I
was waiting for this book to come out because I’m a huge Jane Harvey-Berrick
fan, and it did not disappoint! This author has another winner on her hands! The
writing was exquisite and the characters were amazing. And, that ending –
totally EPIC!!! Holy crap! This was one amazing story! I loved it! I was
definitely swept away by the passion of the dance. Two characters that are
intensely portrayed while helping each other without any ulterior motive. I
wouldn’t say that this is a dark read, but it was pretty graphic with some of
the abuse portrayed. As much as the two main characters are compassionate and
kind, the villains were depicted equally as realistic. They were vicious and
showed no mercy. I cringed numerous times as they destroyed the hero’s spirit.
Aljaz (Ash) Novak is a very sensual man. He’s a Slovenian born ballroom dancer
that’s just newly arrived in America. Las Vegas to be exact. When arriving in a
van at the hotel in which the theater is housed where he’ll be working amongst
other dancers, he realizes that something just is not right here. He eventually
finds out that it is run and owned by the Russian Bratva, which do not want
their motives questioned. Poor Ash! He just wanted to live and dance in
America, and what he stumbles into is horrifyingly tragic. The man is damaged
beyond belief, and the one person who is a witness to it all is Laney
Hennessey. She decides to help him to her disbelief, and together they leave
Las Vegas behind. Laney was such a sweet and caring young woman who,
unfortunately, suffered from a debilitating medical condition that was not
always the easiest to deal with. She lives a pretty simple life, and when Ash
barrels into it, she can’t help but standby him as he tries to help his friends
when he knows their lives are in danger. The couple’s relationship starts out
as just friends, but as they spend more time together it becomes more romantic
and sexual.
I
can’t say enough of how much I loved both main characters. Ash being so
exciting and erotic with that sexy dancer’s body. And, Laney being so beautiful
and confident as she commits to helping Ash wholeheartedly. She believes in
him, and he genuinely protects her as none other could. And, when they come
together it’s beautiful and sensuous. HOT and STEAMY!! Totally arousing! Their
love story is moving and tender. And, like I said, I loved that ending! It was
perfect! It just showcased the “slave to the rhythm” concept completely. This
was one entertaining read which I would highly recommend!
And, that gorgeous cover
just lures you in to read this book!! AMAZING!!
Review Written, 3/15/16
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