Angela Knight Reviews

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Added July 29, 2004

The Dark One

Author: Angela Knight
Publisher: Changeling Press
Available At: www.changelingpress.com
Publishing Date: May 2004
Genre: Romance: Erotic/Fantasy/BDSM
Format: Ebook download in PDF/HTML/LIT
Price: $3.49
ISBN: 1-59596-015-5
Author Email/Website: www.angelasknights.com
Reviewer: Sharyn McGinty

A follower of the Dark God, Kaska of Artane was a skilled warrior. On his way to give information to his lord Prince Britar, he hears a woman cursing the brigands attacking her. He rides to her rescue and sees a beautiful Battlemaid holding her own against the brigands. Yet even her abilities weren't enough to defeat them all. He lends a hand, determined to claim her for his own, a sacrifice to his god, after the brigands are routed.

Kaska knows she will not submit willingly and is looking forward to challenging her. It is only when she faints does his honor prevent him from challenging her immediately. As he stitches her would, she introduces herself as Matia, follower of the Maid of Light, and speaks of her decision to join Prince Britar's forces. What is he to do? The Prince will need all the warriors willing to serve him to win the upcoming war. His honor and oath to Prince Britar will not allow him to challenge and claim her until after the war is over.

While her vow of service to the Maid of Light demanded celibacy, Matia nonetheless enjoyed the feelings Kaska's appearance raised in her. Her vow would never allow her to act on her feelings, but she could still fantasize.

As the two fight side by side in the war, they become close friends and shieldmates. Even share the same tent. Both know over the course of time they've fallen in love. Yet will their love survive when the war ends and Kaska challenges her, determined to claim her in the name of his god?

Wow. Ms. Michaels has written a rich detailed world, filled with strong warriors, enigmatic gods and strong desires. I was caught up in the story, drawn by the obvious love Kaska and Matia had for each other. I couldn't stop reading; I had to know if they would still be together. If Kaska would succeed in claiming Matia. Beautifully written, The Dark One isn't for the faint of heart as the religion and rituals of the Dark God are just that, dark. Yet even then, there is still a great deal of sensuality and eroticism. Those brave enough to read this erotic tale will be surprised and delighted by Ms. Michaels' ability. An intriguing read from start to finish.

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Added May 26, 2005

Master of the Moon

Author: Angela Knight
Publisher: Berkley Sensation
Available At: Bookstores Everywhere
Publishing Date: May 2005
Genre: Romance: Fantasy/Paranormal/Werewolf/Vampire
Format: Paperback
Price: $7.99
ISBN: 0-425-20357-3
Author Email/Website: www.angelasknights.com
Reviewer: Cyndi Witkus
Rating: 7.75 Gargoyles

Diana London is city manager of a small South Carolina town. She's also a Direkind-- a werewolf. When a vampire starts slaying mortals, she's on the case and willing to make sure the vampire is destroyed-- even if it means hunting down the Magekind. But she's not without resources-- King of the Cachamwri Sidhe has vowed to fight the female vampire and others of its ilk from poisoning mankind. When Direkind and Sidhe meet-- sparks fly through the air and things won't be the same again.

Llyr Galatyn is king of Cachamwri. He's dreamt of this woman for many a night, but now he knows she's real-- and a werewolf. This could pose a problem if they were involved. But when the rules of the game change-- including Llyr losing his abilities-- the only thing he can rely on is his passion for Diana and the fact that he's the Dragon chosen. Cachamwri's chosen leader and no one can take that away-- not even his brother.

I really enjoyed this story. This is the next book in the Mageverse series and one that further explains what happened post Master of the Night. A love story that goes through many hurdles, you'll find yourself rooting for Llyr while at the same time wanting to shake your head at his alpha tendencies. Diana is a woman that many females will enjoy reading about-- kickass and strong in her own way. This is not a sweet love story. This is erotic, passionate, and deep.

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