Review: Finally!  A prequel way before the HEA
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 19, 2013
I'm labeling this as "Romance," though it really isn't. It is the prequel to a series, and it was great. I downloaded this for free from amazon. I read it in one sitting, then bought the first book in the series "Embattled Hearts." I can't wait for the next book in the series. I found reading this prequel helpful, though not necessary. Frequently, in Romance Land, we read about tortured heroes, and get a basic synopsis of what they went though via internal and external dialogue. It was nice to meet these characters, learn their stories, and in general, have an idea of where they're coming from. While other generas have this, it doesn't seem as common in romance. Especially since we meet these guys way before they find their heroines and HEA's.I can't wait to see what Madden comes up with next. I'm so glad I downloaded this and found her. She has zoomed to my "Favorite New Author" list.