Review: Magic and history clash head-on in a romance as old as time itself
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 1, 2013
Kellyann Zuzulo weaves a tapestry of magic and intrigue in The Genie Ignites.I found the novel filled with tension and conflict as Bethany O'Brien, a high-profile journalist working in Washington, D.C. uncovers her own history and her link to the past. She's no shrinking violet - Bethany is determined to find out why Zubis, an ancient genie is manifesting himself in her dreams, and her reality. Once a priestess in Solomon's court, Zubis needs Bethany at his side. He's loved her for three thousand years, and he's waited for her rebirth.Across the sands of time, Bethany travels to Zubis in Saudi Arabia, drawn to him like a moth to the flame. Her incredible journey reveals exotic images, ripped-from-the-headlines political intrigue, and historical artifacts leading her to her destiny - a secret society where humans and Jinnji collide for control of the world.The historical elements in this story, religion and royalty bring the characters to life in a race against time. Royalty behaves badly, and the body count rises as Faisal, the antagonist, attempts to take the Saudi throne. He wants to unleash the unstoppable power of Borzal, a Genie who guarantees Faisal world domination.Zubis and Bethany mean to stand in their way.Oh, and did I mention the love story? Romantic tension led me along Bethany's journey to reunite with Zubis, the Genie who holds her heart. Magical, sizzling hot romance weaves throughout the novel, and Zuzulo delivers an ending that prompts me to pick up the next book in her Genie series.This is a good read. Treat yourself.