Review: 3.75 stars....short and sweet
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 10 7, 2013
THE WICKED is the latest novella in Thea Harrison’s Novels of the Elder Races and is connected back to the ancient Vampyre Carling and the Wyr. This particular storyline felt more connected to the series than some of the previous novellas and there is just the right amount of suspense, romance, sex and love to keep the reader involved.The storyline focuses on an expedition to recover Carling’s extensive collection of magical books and supernatural library before Julian (one of the vampires she has sired) lays claim to everything on the magical island.Most of the group is somehow connected to the supernatural world, but only a few have the capability to protect the expedition from harm.  Add the pull of attraction between Sebastian and Olivia and there is bound to be sparks.  But someone has their sights set on something more-and this someone will kill to bring back the secrets buried in Carling’s library.Cursed to lose his sight, Sebastian (an owl shapeshifter) begins to realize that the woman under his protection will one day be his mate.  But someone within the expedition has other plans, and Olivia stands between freedom and getting in the way.The relationship between Sebastian and Olivia is both romantic and sexy.  Their connection is instant; Sebastian can feel the pull of his future mate.  The storyline is fast paced ; the characters are easily relatable; and sexual heat is perfect for a sunny afternoon.If you are a fan of The Novel of the Elder Races, THE WICKED is sure to please.  It is a quick read that will fill in some down time between novels and keep the pulse on the world of the Wyr.