Review: 4.5 stars - A Heart of Steel follow-up - Must Read!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 10 15, 2013
Another satisfying steampunk by Meljean Brook. Archimedes Fox fell head over heels in love with 'heart of steel' Yasmeen. How could such a strong woman need him? Yasmeen captained her own airship. She could defend herself and her capable crew against pirates, nearly anything would fall under her vicious fighting skills. Yet he won her heart and they built a place for each other in each others lives."Tethered" shows how romantic this couple can be and how much they have grown. There isn't any mushy stuff to be found, but there are tender moments that reveal the depth of their love. (It is deep and overflowing.) Not only will readers find romance, but also adventure! (Sorry, no zombies, krakens, or sharks.) A plus is Zenobia and Archimedes letters. They are priceless!This story doesn't stand alone. Heart of Steel must be read in order to thoroughly enjoy this novella. "Tethered" delivers the romance in spades! I loved it!***Quote from Story***She blinked away the burning in her eyes, swallowing hard. "You," she said. I was all that she could manage. Incredible man."And you're still dressed," he said softly.She rose from the cushions and met him halfway. His lips parted against hers, yet a kiss wasn't enough. Through the swelling in her chest, the ache in her throat, she said, "I love you.""Of course you do." Despite the teasing reply, his voice ws rough with emotion. "I'm far too manly to resist."