Tuesday is for Romance.... sort of...

As I catch up with my reviews of books sent to me, today I’m going to share some love with twists….

Forget Me Not by Vicki Hinze
What would happen if you lived your life on the run, something unexpected happens and you no longer remember you are supposed to be hiding? That is the dilemma faced by Kelly in Forget Me Not. Part murder, part drama, part action, part romance and part spirituality, Hinze has brought all the elements together in a spellbinding tale that will have you asking yourself, “how strong is my faith?” Forget Me Knot starts out a little confusing, leaving many unanswered questions. One being, “should I keep reading?” Hang in there, because the dots do start converging and you will be hooked, flying through the pages until all the questions arre answered. Despite the rough start, Hinze has woven a superb tale of suspense. Four out of five stars. This book was provided by Waterbrook Mulnomah Publishing.

Lucifer’s Last Lover by Dana Warryck
Ok, first of all you have to love the title; it screams classic bodice ripper. In a way it is a classic romance told in a new way with the last character you think of as romantic.

What if Satan walked among us and was nothing like what we have been taught to believe? What if everything we know about good and evil is wrong? Those are the premises behind Warryck’s book. After thousands of years being reviled and having casual dalliances, Lucas Santani (aka Lucifer) has finally met a woman that makes him feel human, but there are forces working against them. This book is a fun romp, but I think I enjoyed the “what if” religious connotations more than the romance. An interesting read, however if you are super religious this is one you should pass on as it will probably offend those who follow popular religious doctrine. Personally, I found it intriguing and a fresh look at an age old subject, even if a little over dramatic. 3.5 out of five stars. This book was provided by Penumbra Publishing.

Lover Avenged by J.R. Ward
Ward has given us another delectable view into the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood. I have to admit Ward is one of my go to authors. I read a lot of books, different types of books. However, when I want a book I know is going to be packed with action, scintillating interpersonal connections, a touch of romance and a dash of the paranormal, there is less than a handful of authors that I grab. Because let’s face it, sometimes we just want a guaranteed great read. Ward never disappoints me. I love the Brotherhood series. The characters continue to evolve, the action propels you through the story and the books are long. Really long, yet I always end up finishing them the same day I start them. It takes a good author to make nearly 650 pages feel like 100; where on the last page you are saying, “What? That’s it? But I want more!”

Lover Avenged tells the story of Rehvenge. He may be a vampire but he’s also half sympath and is forced to keep that part of his identity secret. It is hard to live a life where you must hide who you are. For Ehlena, who has given up her life to take care of her ailing father, she hates everything Rehv stands for but finds herself drawn to him. Will they be able to overcome the obstacles standing in their way? If you are familiar with Ward’s style, you know the answer won’t be simple. Five out of five stars. Purchased