Review: So many elements to enjoy are packed into this novella
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 8, 2013
So many elements to enjoy are packed into this novella; it's difficult to choose just one stand-out moment or character.  Jade is beautifully described and voiced, with the right touches of sensual greed and virginal innocence, and a highly developed curiosity.  Alrick reminds me of Erik in the True Blood television show (Don't Judge!) with his arrogant demeanor and his highly sexualized and sensualized approach to the world that belies a myriad of untapped emotion and secrets.Not only are these two characters really well placed and defined, but the tensions between the two are palpable; the sex is steamy and weaves into the story never feeling gratuitous or unnecessary - but developing the character's connections and providing them with a feel of connectedness even in the midst of the secret that could tear them apart as it endangers them all.  The addition of the trafficking, and the emotions Jade experiences with her little brother endangered all managed to add another layer of complexity to the story, without feeling contrived or unnecessary; Court manages to tightly control the plot and still develop both stories to being a satisfactory conclusion.I received an eBook copy for purpose of honest review for the Jeep Diva. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.