Author Mary Hughes’ newest release
NIGHT’S CARESS is book one in The Ancients series. Brie Lark has given up her
hometown and vampires. Too bad the FBI
just teamed her with the perfect male specimen, special agent and ancient
vampire, Seb Rikare.
Night's Caress
The Ancients #1
By Mary Hughes
Releasing September 25th, 2017
Entangled Publishing
In Night's Caress (The Ancients #1) by Mary Hughes, going back to her hometown was something Brie Lark swore she'd never do, but there's no way Brie can pass up helping FBI Special Agent Seb Rikare with his investigation into a series of murders. However, he's a vampire and Brie swore never to give another vampire a chance not after what her ex did. But the further into the investigation the pair get, the higher the risk of Brie getting hurt unless Seb can protect her. Will the pair be able to survive the danger closing in on them to achieve their happy ever after, or will the pair go their separate ways because they can't let go of what happened to them in their pasts?
It's been a while since I've read a book by Ms. Hughes, but I'm glad I chose to read this first book of her new series, because it was fantastically-written and a very entertaining read due to the enchanting main characters that face a good dose of danger during the investigation; and riveting dialogue that had me wanting to know whether these two could overcome the disasters of their past relationships to be together. The way this story started was exciting and certainly drew me into this story immediately, because of the discovery that's been made and whether Seb can find the person responsible for the killings. However, it was from the moment the hero and heroine come face-to-face for the first time that had me wanting to know more about Seb and Brie because it's palpable that the heroine doesn't think highly of vampires due to her ex? How long will it take Seb to win Brie over?
As for the dialogue, it was intense due to the investigation and the danger the hero and heroine face, as vampires can be quite deceptive and determined to get their way, no matter what they have to do. Moreover, the heroine is strong, brave and I liked how determined she was to help the hero, even when things became too dangerous. I also liked how she didn't give up on the hero, even though she's had a bad experience with a vampire in her past. Yet, what I liked most about the heroine was her willingness to face her past, even though Meiers Corner and vampires were two things she swore she's never have anything to do with again. While Seb, he's been through so much in his past with the danger he found himself in as a human and being turned into a vampire. However, he's resilient, courageous and I liked how determined he was to keep the heroine safe, even though she knows how to protect herself.
Overall, Ms. Hughes has penned a wonderful and enthralling read in this book where the chemistry between this couple was intense; the romance satisfying and full of passion that shows how good this pair are together; and the ending had me smiling because of what Seb does for the heroine that proves how much the hero wants Brie in his life, despite being adamant that love makes him weak. Really, how could he possibly think that when they're so good together? I would recommend Night's Caress by Mary Hughes, if you enjoy paranormal romance or books by authors Nina Croft, Shelly Laurenston, Mina Carter and Cynthia Eden.
In this small town, nothing is as it seems…
When artist Brie Lark left her vampire ex and her straitjacket
of a hometown to breathe free in New York City, she promised herself two
things: she’d never go back to Meiers Corner, and no more vampires. The last
thing she expected—or wanted—was to be sent back home on an assignment. But her
boss at the FBI needs her undercover on a murder case, working with a
black-haired, black-eyed giant god of a man who’s her idea of perfection,
except for one thing—he’s a vampire.
FBI
Special Agent Seb Rikare is an ancient vampire hardened by loss. He’s cut all
emotions to protect himself and leads a deliberately steady, almost sterile
life. The brash young woman forced to pose as his lover irritates him, with her
jangling bracelets and colorful hair. But as much as she irritates him, he
finds himself drawn to her lively spirit and he’s tempted to make fantasy a
reality.
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I
was intensely aware I was alone in a bedroom with Seb Rikare.
My
whole body clenched.
His
eyes changed. Heated. Darkened.
I
swallowed hard. My heart started to beat faster. What would it be like to
caress the silky-looking skin of his face? Nibble that honed jaw? Touch my
mouth to those perfect, masculine lips? All I had to do was take a few short
steps to find out.
I
took one without even knowing it.
His
nostrils flared and he drew in an excited breath.
He
wants me, too. At the thought, my belly
thrilled and my heart thumped hard. He’d touch me in return. Hold me secure in
his strong arms. Cup my face in his big hands, press his lips to mine,
communicating his need in a passionate kiss.
I
took another step toward him.
He
took a single, unconscious step toward me.
Oh,
yeah. In that moment, I wanted to play
with fire.
Sure,
Derek had me under his spell within weeks. Seb, as strong and handsome as he
was, could no doubt do it in days.
But
just once wouldn’t hurt, right? I wanted to, so badly.
Couldn’t
I touch him once, to see if his skin was silk or cream? Nibble his jaw, to test
how honed it was? Taste his mouth, to satisfy the curiosity burning in my body?
Just
a taste.
Somehow,
while I argued with myself, my curious feet had brought me to stand before him.
He gazed down at me. At nearly six feet myself, I was usually the one looking
down. Even with me in heels, he was over half a foot taller. The novel
experience sent another thrill through me.
I
made a small noise, like a whimper.
His
black eyes lit with fire, a hunger so primal I could see it burning in his
gaze. His hands rose. Slowly, so I could have stopped him, he cupped my face in
both his hands. My whole face. Damn, the man had big hands. He bent closer, his
intent clear.
He
was going to kiss me.
Mary Hughes writes steamy
paranormal romances and wickedly fun romantic adventures, stories that crackle
with action and love. Challenging, smart alpha men—and women not afraid of a
challenge. Oh, do the sparks fly when he meets THE woman guaranteed to
infuriate and inflame him most.
In real life she's an
author, a spouse and mother, a flutist, a computer geek, and a binge-TV-watcher
of The Flash, Elementary, NCIS, and Wynonna Earp.
Thank you to Book Magic-Under a spell with every page for having me here today! Huge thanks to Bec for the absolutely luscious review <3 <3
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