Review: Ready or not, the doors are open...
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 30, 2014
I was absolutely fascinated by the premise of this book, the series. What better way to get into the thick of the complexities of relationships by providing a path to exploring one’s wicked desires?  Forbidden Rendezvous, the introduction to this sizzling series, sets the tone well and gives the reader an enticing look into the methods and the madness of trust and love filled with the intricate exploration with the human condition and terms of the heart. It is an intriguing tale of the art of letting go, expertly told by the fabulous Melissa Blue. On its surface it is a scintillating story of sensual freedom and satisfying curiosities, yet underneath that surface you find a story of redemption and healing for Seraphina, the strictly professional personal assistant of the owner of  the Hotel Beaudelaire, and  Luke, the affable  Winery CEO.I loved that the reader is introduced to Seraphina in such a strong manner; from the start, she comes off as a well put together woman. She’s efficient, thorough, and strong about where she stands. She is the epitome of a strong woman, despite the haunting past she’s run away from, and when she finally decides to put everything on the line, she’s determined to make her dreams of intimacy, true intimacy a reality. Conversely, Luke, who holds everyone just out of arms reach, finally allows someone to get close enough to him to force him to open himself up. Both suffer the pains of their past and are connected by those pain. Pain recognized pain and for Luke and Seraphina, it is the fuel that accelerates an insatiable fire.Forbidden Rendezvous is full of  heart, conflict, and most of all, heart stopping sensuality. It’s perfectly crafted to  incite an inferno while speaking to your heart. Melissa Blue crafts her characters perfectly imperfect and makes it so very easy to root for that well deserved happily ever after.Definitely recommend this sizzling beginning to the world  and loves of the  patrons of the Den of Sin!Kudos, Ms. Blue! Excellent work!