Romantic Suspense

Romantic suspense involves an intrigue or mystery for the protagonists to solve. Typically, however, the heroine is the victim of a crime or attempted crime, and works with a hero, who tends to be in a field where he would serve as a protector, such as a police officer, FBI agent, bodyguard, or Navy SEAL. By the end of the novel, the mystery is resolved and the interaction between the hero and heroine has evolved into a solid relationship. These novels primarily take place in contemporary times, but authors such as Amanda Quick have broadened the genre to also include historical and futuristic timeframes.

Like all romances, romantic suspense novels must place the development of a relationship between the protagonists at the heart of the story. The relationship “must impact each decision they make and increase the tension of the suspense as it propel the story. In turn, the events of suspense must also directly affect the relationship and move the story forward.” Romantic suspense novels tend to have more “clean” language, without the “emotional, intimate” descriptions often used in more traditional romances. Because the mystery is a crucial aspect of the plot, these novels are more plot-driven instead of character-driven.

5.0
24 Oct

Review: To Love A Wolf by Paige Tyler

Paranormal Romance

He’s a werewolf
She’s his mate
Her family would kill to keep them apart

5.0
24 Oct

Review: Her Fierce Warrior by Paige Tyler

Paranormal Romance

Can she trust the way he makes her feel when she’s not even sure she can trust herself?

5.0
11 Oct

Review: Girl in the Water by Dana Marton

Romance

He doesn’t mind breaking rules, just never his own. Rule #1: You don’t seduce the woman you protect.

5.0
14 Sep

Review: The Talented Mr. Rivers by HelenKay Dimon

GLBTQ Romance

HelenKay Dimon’s suspenseful, provocative series of double agents and dark desire continues with a novel featuring two men bound by a dangerous job—and by the cravings they feel for each other.

4.0
15 Aug

Review: Through The Fog by S.J. Lynn

Mystery

When nurse Adalind Carter’s new assignment takes her to England to care for the Duke of Warlington, she gets much more than she bargained for. Namely, intrigue, danger, and a rich, sexy, patient.

14 Aug

Review: Capturing Kate by Alexis Alvarez

BDSM Romance

Capturing Kate By Alexis Alvarez, Genre: Contemporary Romantic Suspense with light BDSM Released: July 6, …

5.0
13 Aug

Review: The Man With All The Honey by Cathryn Cade

Contemporary Romance

She’s a cool, BBW blonde who works for law & order. He’s the hot, dangerous president of the Devil’s Flyers MC. When they end up neighbors for the hottest nights of summer, what could possibly go wrong?

4.0
25 Jul

Review: Wicked Lies by Lora Leigh

Contemporary Romance

Jazz Lancing can have any woman he wants in the state of Tennessee. Except Annie Mayes. The beautiful, innocent teacher refuses to fall for him because she’s hiding a secret more powerful than her own temptation….

4.0
14 Jul

Review: Garen (Rubicon International, #1) by Ann Gimpel

Paranormal Romance

Undercover Shifter Bad Boys = Alphas With Serious Attitude
Tumble Across the Rubicon Into the Death-Riddled World of International Espionage

5.0
30 Jun

Review: Buried Lies (Hidden Truths #3) by Brittney Sahin

Contemporary Romance

“Some people say that time heals all wounds, but no. Time only deepens the wound. And when I saw Olivia that night in the club, I realized I hated her now more than ever.”

4.3
30 May

Mini Reviews for the month of May

Anthology

Six entertaining tales for an afternoon’s read

4.0
28 May

Review: The Redline Series by Skye Callahan

Contemporary Romance

Skye Callahan has created a dark and sinister world where Aubrey has no choice but to rely on Colt, a cold-hearted car thief, for her survival. The Redline Series combines all 5 books in the serial.

5.0
25 May

Review: Glass Ceilings by A. M. Madden

Contemporary Romance

When a perfect new love is shattered, two hearts will do anything to pick up the pieces. In this sizzling novel from the bestselling author of Stone Walls, irresistible heat leads to sensual thrills—and a secret that changes everything.

5.0
25 May

Review: Mr. and Mr. Smith by Helenkay Dimon

GLBTQ Romance

Secrets and seduction make for an explosive combination in HelenKay Dimon’s edgy, thrilling new series, which kicks off with a novel about two men who can handle any threat—except the one posed by desire.

5.0
17 May

Review: Working Stiff by Blair Babylon

Contemporary Romance

Here’s the problem: when Rox was hired, she told her smoking-hot boss Cash that she was married, but she’s not. Now, three years later, she’s kind of accidentally living with him, and he’s being a perfect gentleman, dang it.