So Tempting

by Jean Brashear

Newly-minted detective Jace Carroll's innocuous first case plunges her into a world of shifting realities. At the center of the tangled knot is the mesmerizing and mysterious Dante Sabanne, a wealthy recluse whose proficiency with ancient poisons, mystical lore and exotic sexual practices makes him by turns a crucial expert witness, a devastating lover...and possibly the man behind a cult whose profane rituals have turned from depraved to deadly.

Dante is the last of the Light Walkers, guardian of an amulet with healing powers—but that amulet has been stolen, and Dante's powers are fading. As he seeks to fight the evil intent on perverting the amulet's powers, Fate plays a cruel joke—the beautiful detective—who only believes in logic and the tangible—is his Prism, able to separate Light and help him walk the path back to his birthright.

The powerful attraction between them complicates everything, as the Jace who thought she knew exactly who she was and what she wanted becomes both pawn and queen in a battle between the dark and the light. Innocents will die if she makes the wrong choice between the evidence before her eyes and the yearnings of a heart she is no longer sure she can trust.

A scorching tale of suspense, passion and magic from USAToday bestselling author Jean Brashear

"Jean Brashear has that 'it' factor. She is an incredibly talented writer who can hit every note with enough clarity to bring the reader tears, laughter or just, 'Oh, my, this is an amazing story.'" ~New York Times Bestselling author Stella Cameron

"Sizzles with sensuality and suspense from beginning to end!" ~New York Times Bestselling author Sharon Sala

Genres: Paranormal, Romance, Fiction, Paranormal Romance

First published July 29, 2011

About the author

A letter to Rod Stewart resulting in a Cinderella birthday for her daughter sowed the seeds of New York Times and USAToday bestselling author Jean Brashear's writing career. A lifelong avid reader, at the age of forty-five with no experience and no training, she decided to see if she could write a book. It was a wild leap that turned her whole life upside down, but she would tell you that though she's never been more terrified, she's never felt more exhilarated or more alive. She's an ardent proponent of not putting off your dreams until that elusive 'someday'—take that leap now.

Over fifty published novels later, the five-time RITA finalist and RTBookReviews Career Achievement Award winner has accumulated a whole passel of war stories to swap and loves nothing better than talking writing and books with readers and fellow writers.

And she'd still take that leap, war wounds and all.

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a paranormal romantic suspense full of intrigue and twists that will keep you guessing to the end.


Jace doesn't trust easily and has spent her life trying to find a place she belongs, her work is her life. When she goes undercover during a murder investigation her eyes are opened to a world she didn't know exists and she begins to question everything she has ever known including herself. Jace enlists the help of zillionaire recluse, Dante when researching exotic toxins and finds herself inexplainably drawn to him but just what is he hiding? Exactly how much is he involved with the rape & murder of the victims?

I can't say too much without giving anything away there are so many twists and turns to the this story some you see coming, some you don't. The sex is hot but the tension is scorching! I had trouble putting this book down, I just had to know how it would end. I did thoroughly enjoy this book and I would be iterested in reading more from the author.

I award Surrender 4 1/2 Stars.

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[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book. Wasn't exactly what I was expecting. It delves into the world of fantasy/magic and has flashbacks. One of very few free books where I actually wished it was part of a series!

[Jacquie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A master of suspense and romance! This book was impossible to set down

[Carol J. Carman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intense

I read this because I love her Sweet grass stories. The Light Walker is a very compelling read. Is there mire to their story? I look forward to the next installment whether it is about Sweet grass or the Light Walker.

[Chelcie · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author's attention to detail, especially the fantastical and spiritual aspects of the story are what really drew me in. I also appreciated having the multiple side characters' point of views driving their development. I really liked both main characters, Jace and Dante. However, the only thing that kept this from being a 5-star read was that I wish there had been more direct interaction between them. I think it is almost like 40% in before they actually meet and then after that only a handful of times for them to be face to face.

[B.L. Hewitt · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story almost has too much going on... The new female small town cop, trying to prove she can play with the big boys. Two strange deaths, seemingly unrelated. Elements that place the story in the here and now, then add an ancient secret society with a magic amulet...a Cane and Able element of two warring brothers, the legitimate son and the abandon Bastard both seeking the power of a cult of sorcerers. A twisted tale that draws you in and holds you there.
Thoroughly enjoyable.

[Ellie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would shelf this more as an urban fantasy than a PNR. I enjoyed it although I thought the dialogue got a little clunky in places. It felt more like the first book in a series rather than a standalone. I didn't feel like all of the plot lines got tied up and it ended rather abruptly.

[Stephanie Gallegos · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two brother that dislike each other..... good brother winning and getting his love

[Sherylb · Rating 2 out of 5]

Dnf 57%...could not get into this.

[Janka · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good

great story by Jean Brashear. So different from other books I've read from her. Fab story line, full of suspence. Plenty of drama.

[Mitzi]

Free Kindle book June 7, 2012.

[Kim · Rating 3 out of 5]

The copy of my book is "The Light Walker"