Review: Excellent first read from a newly discovered author
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 09 30, 2012
I should start by saying I've never read a book by Nicole Luiken before, but I hope this won't be my last - as in, I really hope there's a sequel to this book, and soon!Sara, the heroine, is a pampered rich girl sent on a political mission for her father and people, along with the story's hero, Lance, who dislikes Sara's culture. Their individual growth throughout the story is matched only by their growth as a couple, and they truly seem to belong together by the end, despite their differences. What makes this book really great is its world building. I suspect the author drew from history, perhaps Roman times, but she gave it a unique spin and created her own world that totally drew me into the story. What makes this book excellent are the twists and surprises within the story along the way. I'm still surprised by some things and was left wanting more, because the story was so compelling. Looking forward to the sequel (because I will be crushed if there isn't one)!