Yelena Casale

I was captivated from the start with Rafe, who was not human but a Fallen, and his sexy body had me drooling! He loved beating on demons, but the knew that he had to get to the woman that had his Val's followers in a tizzy about her power and he wanted it for himself, whatever it was. I felt sorry for Zoey as her parents never loved her and she was glad that her grandmother did. As she grew older, she was haunted by demons with every step that she made, nor did she understand a power that grew in her and can't control. In wish that this been had been longer and I'm excited to read the next!!!… (mais)

I was captivated from the start with Rafe, who was not human but a Fallen, and his sexy body had me drooling! He loved beating on demons, but the knew that he had to get to the woman that had his Val's followers in a tizzy about her power and he wanted it for himself, whatever it was. I felt sorry for Zoey as her parents never loved her and she was glad that her grandmother did. As she grew older, she was haunted by demons with every step that she made, nor did she understand a power that grew in her and can't control. In wish that this been had been longer and I'm excited to read the next!!!… (mais)

Embracing Darkness, The Key Series: Short Story 1.5 by Yelena Casale and Tina Moss (2014)
Reviewed by: Patricia M. Muhammad
Date: August 05, 2021

*CONTAINS SPOILERS*

Embracing Darkness is paranormal novelette set in New York. The story outlines an epic battle between good and evil. The focus is on the proliferation of demons which primarily seem to inhabit New York City. An ancillary character, Cassie, has great power. She is part demon and part human. Her fully human friend who was present at the spiritual fray becomes affected by a touch of this power. Zoey is now haunted by demons wherever she goes.

She has nightmares about them. Zoey attempts to fend them off. Whatever she does she is unable to avoid them. In one instance she is stuck in an alley. The demons appear in human form. They always do. She, however, has the ability to discern who is demon and who is human by looking at their eyes. There is a blackness that permeates them. An evil depth which she attempts to avoid. They approach her incessantly from wayward directions. Zoey reaches for mace. In the chaos she is confronted by an inhuman. She initially does not recognize him. He takes her away from the scene, but not before she remembers that Rafe, this fallen being was there "that night". He was present when Cassie was battling the demons, somehow transferring power to Zoey. This, Rafe believes, is the reason why Zoey is attracting the demons. She has power that she has never used nor understands how to wield.

Rafe is attracted to her. He is aware of Zoey's power from what the demons have reported to him at the beginning of the story. Rafe seeks to ravish her. There is something about Zoey that draws him to her as well. He promises to protect her though he initially desires to obtain her powers in exchange. Zoey only desires a normal life and the author implies that she does not mind being relieved of the source of her demonic haunt. Rafe keeps his word and drives Zoey to Long Island. He takes her to his home in the Hamptons where he promises to keep her safe. She wonders why this place is so special and how Rafe will be able to safeguard her. He brings her to a point of the beach where the sands meet the waters. The area has a different feeling to it. It contains a sort of energy. This is where Rafe reveals that he was among the fallen angels. Zoey can sense the parameters in which the ethereal shield of safety protects them. Rafe desires to be intimate with Zoey and she wishes for the same. Neither denies their attraction to one another. They become especially intimate. Rafe realizes that what he truly wants is to have Zoey. He no longer craves her power. Zoey accepts that as long as she is with Rafe, this being that has encompassed her heart, she will be safe. Neither knows what is left for them in the world, but they both agree that whatever it is, they will confront it together.

Embracing Darkness contains some graphic material. It is a shorter story wherein the author highlights a battle between good and evil. She revisits the issue when Rafe questions his intent towards Zoey. It is she who makes him want to be a better inhuman.… (mais)

** This review is for Desert Hunt by Anna Lowe **

~ 5 Desert Hunt Stars ~

Desert Hunt is the prequel to The Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch series by Anna Lowe. Wither you read the series in order or out, you will fall in love with the characters and world.

Fabulous! Amazing! Another winner!

ALowe is an amazing writer. This novella has everything I have come to love from ALowe. Amazing characters, great plot and world, conflict, and romance. I was pulled in from begging to end. We are introduced to some amazing characters that are well defined and easy to connect with. I became so involved that I felt for each and everyone wither they where the secondary characters or our leads. Rae and Zack complemented each other. I enjoyed the lead up to Rae’s secret and learning about Zack. The plot is enjoyable and the world is interesting. I also liked seeing the characters in their earlier period. It foreshadowing to what is to come for some.

Desert Hunt is full of suspense, action, and romance. I highly recommending picking up The Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch series. Each book is unique and brilliant written. I can’t wait for more from ALowe.

Note: This title is also featured in Masters Of The Hunt Box Set and on it's own.

*Disclaimer: Review copy provided of Masters Of The Hunt: Fated and Forbidden Box Set with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.

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