Review: Fabulous Intro to a Wonderful Series
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 21, 2011
As the first book of the new Wiccan Haus series, Shifting Hearts has a lot of work to do, and this book really sets the stage wonderfully. Rekkus is the head of security at a mysterious New England island spa that specializes in healing people body and soul. Why should such a place need a head of security? Perhaps because that spa not only serves humans who need healing but also paranormals as well. Yep, vampires need spa treatments too!Of course, for lovers of paranormal romance, the stage is set for all kinds of pairings and hookups! But what Eastwick does so very well in this first book is introduce the stage and the players for many many wonderful books to come. From the mysterious desk clerk Myron whose cards seem to know everything to the teenage werewolves whose "kennel" is part bootcamp, part hangout, the backdrop draws the reader into this wonderful, magical world that is not without its dangers and perils. After all, Rekkus, the black weretiger, is chief of security for some very serious reasons. The minor characters who slide through the story - a siren with a seductive song, a pair of glamorous but ravenous vampires, even our heroine's horny best friend - give a depth to the story that belies its length.But the heart of the story is of course the relationship between Rekkus and the human Dana and I loved their romance. Dana is such a great character with her doubts and her struggles, and Rekkus is the perfect mate for her, having a dark past of his own. Plus, the love scenes are steamy and emotionally fulfilling.If you like your fantasy/paranormal/supernatural stuff with a good dose of hot romance, absolutely give Shifting Hearts a try. Then hang on for the next book in the series!