Review: 5 stars = I freaking LOVED this book
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 19, 2014
That was a quick and thoroughly entertaining read. As a child, Gabby was abducted and experimented on by a scientist convinced he could turn the human brain into a computer. In Gabby's case he was extremely successful and she is able to download files from computers, tablets, smartphones, etc. without touching them. Because of her abduction and her ability, she trusts no one and is constantly on the move to avoid detection and capture. To say hers is a lonely existence would be putting it mildly. While she longs to be able to trust and form connections, she knows she can't and has never been tempted until Sean.As cool as Gabby's ability is, I found Sean's completely fascinating and I don't know that I have ever encountered it in my reading. Sean can harness and control shadows; not blend into the shadows, but actually call them to him and have them surround him and whatever else he chooses (including the vehicle he is driving). But with his ability comes darkness that slowly suffocates those around him, so he doesn't form many attachments, especially romantic ones. And just like Gabby, he has learned to deal with his lonely existence and avoid making connections with women, until Gabby. The draw between the two is intense and when they finally give in, it makes for a spectacular sex scene - in the shower (my favorite).Temptation in Shadows is an action-packed thrill ride that is part romantic suspense and part paranormal romance that has just the right amount of sexual tension. It kept me engaged from beginning to end and I can only hope that there are more books planned for this series; seriously, Rowan deserves to have his story told and can only imagine how entertaining it would be. I will definitely be checking out Ms. Showalter's other books.I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.Reviewed by Angela at Crystal's Many Reviewers!