Review: 4  stars!  The Token, part 4 (6).  Everything comes to a blow in Faren & mysterious Jared McKenna's world!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 19, 2014
"A token of his former tenderness that I'd thought was lost comes back as his body moves against me, deeply, thoroughly-- savagely perfect."There'll be 6 parts to The Token series.  I recommend these novellas be read in order:Part 1: The TokenPart 2: The Token 2Part 3: The Token 3Part 4: The Token 4Part 5: The Token 5Part 6: The Token 6In The Token, part 1-3 we met physical therapist, Faren Mitchell who after being diagnosed with a brain tumor was hit by a Harley Davidson driven by billionaire Jared "Mick" McKenna.  For reasons that will unfold, Faren decided to keep both her illness and the fact that, in order to pay for her mom's medical care, she works grave yard at one of his strip clubs.  But their budding romance was quickly overshadowed by traumatic pasts, shocking revelations, menacing villains, lies, deceit, crimes, secrets and with hints of corruption and more...The Token, part 4 will be the culmination of the many events that built up and unfolded in part 1-3.  Mick and Faren take things to the next level allowing for some steamy sex scenes. Oh la la!  Secrets are revealed, villains make themselves known with everything tying together in an eerie way only to  unravel into a huge blowout and public scandal....FAREN MITCHELL: 22 years/physical therapist, part-time exotic dancer/caramel blond hair/light gray eyes/5'9"/ex-ballerina/virgin.Faren Mitchell is a very compelling heroine.  Maybe it's the combination of her brain tumor diagnosis, slightly deformed hand, innocence, her secrets and past trauma.  Seven words to describe Faren: Lonely, reflective, loyal, broken, innocent, strong and nave."My desire turns to something heady and more sinister. Fear."JARED MCKENNA, "MICK": ~30 years/Billionaire/Mogul/Owner of Gentleman's clubs/$$$$/Dark auburn hair/dark brown eyes/tattoo.Jared "Mick" McKenna is turning out to be an amazing hero.  Seven words to describe Jared: Enigmatic, mysterious, noble, caring, jaded, elusive and determined."There are some things I don't wish to delegate," he says. "Don't emasculate me by robbing me of that option. I'm rich, but I'm still a man."The Token, part 4 answered many questions and allowed for huge progress in the unfolding of mysteries, but like the previous installments of part 4 ends with a shocking cliffy!  If I was reading all parts in one sitting, I am pretty sure it could be a 5-star.  I am looking forward to part 5, The Token 5 for the continuation of their story.Eclectic and poignant story-telling.  Suspenseful plot!  Scorching sex scenes! Compelling heroine!  Mysterious and enigmatic hero!"He tips my head back and kisses me, slow and peaceful. As though my clock isn't ticking. As though we don't have a ton of messy sh~ t to discuss that waits in the shadows of our happiness."***Hero rating: 4.5 starsHeroine rating: 4.5 starsSex scenes rating: 5 starsSex scenes frequency: 4.5 starsStoryline concept rating: 4.5 starsStorytelling skills rating: 4.5 starsStory ending rating: N/ABook editing rating (5 = no edits spotted): 4.5 stars************************************************Overall rating: 4.5 starsWould I recommend this series: Yes.Would I re-read this series: Maybe later.Would I read future books by this author: Yes.A gifted copy was provided by author/publisher for an honest review.