UNEXPECTED FIND
BY
NANCY CORRIGAN
BLURB:
Since
the murder of her best friend, Jazz is stuck in a safe but lonely way of life.
She’s willing to sacrifice everything to keep herself and her family safe from
the shifter world. The sexy stranger who struts into her friend’s bar changes
all that. From the first glance Jazz knows she’s sunk—their chemistry sizzles
from across the room, it’ll be undeniable up close.
Jazz
is the most beautiful female Rafe has ever seen and he wants her from the
second he sets eyes on her. The depth of the need that swamps him every time
he’s near her surprises him. It takes every last ounce of his self control not
to pounce on Jazz and make her his. Only her distrust of his shifter nature
holds him back. He counts it as a win every time his beloved human gives in to
their passion and takes him to her bed. But Rafe’s patience isn’t infinite and
he’ll do whatever it takes, face any danger—past or present—to ensure that Jazz
becomes his. Forever.
REVIEW:
Unexpected Find -
This is the first book in the Royal Prides series, and the debut novel of Nancy Corrigan. I have to say, I will definitely be picking up the rest of the books in this series as they come out. The author definitely has talent, and knows her way around a story.
Jazz is a human who is very wary of shifters. She has already lost her best friend, and will do anything to keep her family safe from shifter threat.
Rafe is the shifter that comes along, and changes her world and beliefs..
This shifter story really took me by surprise. The world building is superb, and the vivid imagery unique. She allows the reader to "walk" beside the characters and see what they see, hear what they hear, feel what they feel. It was very well done, and took me on a journey that I was unable to stop until the end.
Jazz and Rafe are very likeable main characters, the emotions they feel come across as you read. You can empathize with them, hurt with them, and cheer beside them. The sexual aspect of their relationship was smoking hot, sizzling even. A few times I thought my kindle would spontaneously combust. Lynn sure knows her way around a bedroom scene...
The plot was fast paced, well thought out, action packed, and sincere. I was thoroughly entertained from beginning to end.
This was a fantastic read, and I recommend it to all the shifter lovers out there. You will not be disappointed.
5 STARS/5
Excerpt:
The butterflies in Jazz’s belly took flight. The man was a
romantic. “You know, I’m starting to enjoy the odd way you talk. It makes me
feel as if I walked into a world where princesses wait to be swept away by
their knight in shining armor.”
Rafe grinned, the sad look replaced by amusement. Releasing
her hands, he slid his around her waist. “You would make a beautiful princess.”
“Would I?”
“One to be fought for.” He twirled a lock of her hair around
a finger. “What about me? Would I fill the role of your knight in shining
armor?”
She smiled, completely charmed by this man. She ran her
hands over his chest, luxuriated in the layers of muscle under her palms. “I
don’t know if any horse would be able to carry you for long. I see you more as
a warrior, a conqueror.”
“One who demands the bonny ladies as his reward after a
battle?” He swept her into his arms. She gasped and grabbed his shoulders. Lust
heated his eyes as he mapped her face. “Oh yes, I like this fantasy and in it I
get to choose you as my booty.” He bent his head closer so his golden eyes
filled her vision. “I think I might keep you, Jasmine.”
Her breath hitched. “I think you have a wild imagination.”
“Or a hopeful one.” He eased back but watched her with that
focused gaze she was starting to associate with him. “I want you.”
The lust-hazed glint to his eyes told her exactly what he
wanted. For once in her life, she did too—but it couldn’t happen. She had
responsibilities. Spontaneity and motherhood did not mesh. The little episode
in Josh’s office proved that. She would’ve been mortified if Sara walked in
while they were having sex. Everyone in town would’ve known within the hour.
The other playgroup moms would find out, maybe shun her or at least look at her
negatively. No. Any liaisons she had would have to be planned and kept hidden.
She licked her upper lip. “I haven’t had sex in a really
long time, Rafe.” She dropped her gaze and stared at his chin. “What we did
tonight wasn’t like me either. I’m not like that. Easy.”
He brushed his lips over her forehead. “I know.” He set her
on her feet and took her hand. “Come, let’s get you home.”
AUTHOR BIO & LINKS:
I've always
been an avid reader and encourage everyone to escape the hectic daily grind
with a few minutes a day in your favorite book.
I'm lucky
enough to share my cat's home with my three wonderful children, husband, dog
and snake. When not writing, I work as a chemist in a pharmaceutical lab.
My passions
beyond reading and family include music, classic cars, tattoos and animals (all
of which have found their way into my writing in one form or another).
So that's a
little bit about me...
Nancy
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