Review: An interesting concept
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 03 28, 2013
I think Fatal Intent could be classified as a romantic suspense thriller, but I found it had a start with characters who were difficult for the reader to engage with.Garrett is as harsh as her name, and though we are are told she has been raised by her father with a love for insects we never see a soft side of her. Although Ian warns that she has 'issues' she is in the jungle and has witnessed brutality, at the same time apparently falling in love, but still Ryshia Kennie allows her to be closed off, and the reader has no emotion with which to connect to her.Although in the rainforest Aidan and Garrett's relationship seems built on lust, the author explores the fact the fear of losing someone can force heightened feelings to surface more readily, hence the rapid progression of their relationship. Yet, I did not feel that the chemistry between the two translated well from the narrative.Aidan is an interesting character, whose history was slightly more open than Garrett's. I found it amusing that the author would choose to dress him in a loincloth, but then this allowed for several Tarzan jokes which lightened the mood!Although we are aware of Aidan's Iban history and his place in the jungle I found him another emotionally closed off character; I therefore found myself feeling indifferent towards him, despite the events taking place.The mystery starts when the group of entomologists Garrett is leading finds their guide shot and beheaded. Ryshia Kennie successfully writes a story full os suspense, and whilst the author has made the reader aware of who is responsible for the crime, we wait with baited breath for them to be uncovered by the group. I found this an intelligent ploy Ryshia Kennie and very refreshing.I feel that Fatal Intent would be enjoyed by readers who like their romance with an extra twist, or who like their suspense with a little spice!!!This was given to me as a review copy but has had no influence on my opinion.