Karen S. (kalynn) - reviewed Original and Refreshing on 12/28/2008 + 6 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 5

This is not your typical paranormal romance. This, to me is a good thing, especially considering the young sheltered virgin heroine and the sex demon hero bent on revenge against her brutal fiancee. Those elements scream cliche and left me expecting the typical tortured bad boy falling in love with a self sacrificing twit who couldn't find her way out of paper bag. Instead, the heroine actually grew up throughout the story, and rather than having a martyr complex, she actually was a blend of giving and selfish like an actual believable human. The hero also changed throughout the story in a good way. Also, the story was sexy, with lots of inventive dream seduction.

The book's main flaw is that it ends too abruptly, given the wonderful build up and the growth the author allows her characters to have. I think if the resolution had been more developed this would be an unqualified keeper for me. Instead, it has me curious and looking for more of Lisa Cach's books to read. Since I love paranormals, yet often want to scream at the cliches, I found this book refreshing and lovely, so if you are looking for typical fare go elsewhere. If you want something a little different, consider giving this a try.

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