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.

19 Nov

Review: Rayne’s Thunder, Part 5 by Jami Brumfield

Paranormal Romance

Things are looking bleak for the Manchester family and their allies. Death surrounds them as the rogues move in for the kill. In the midst of all the chaos the games continue. Rayne is on a time table and so is the rest of the family. In The Battle Begins and the Games Continue Rayne finally chooses her mate.

5.0
14 Nov

Review: Wolf Trouble by Paige Tyler

Audio

Alpha wolves sizzling with action, suspense and romance. Khaki and Xander will have you on the edge of your seat until the end.

5.0
11 Nov

Review: Everything I Left Unsaid by M. O’Keefe

Contemporary Romance

Innocent, intriguing, suspenseful, heart wrenching and off the charts scorching! Annie and Dylan’s story will leave you wanting more.

4.0
10 Nov

Review: Exposure by Annie Jocoby

Contemporary Romance

One homebound paparazzi photographer and an altruistic billionaire with secrets equates to a compelling and scorching read.

5.0
04 Nov

Review: Acceptance by K. K. Gould

Paranormal Romance

The suspense mounts as the battle lines begin to form. Evil maybe coming to town.. or is it already here? Jo and Owen have a few challenges and a stalker on their hands while trying to come to terms with a hot relationship that just screams “Right!”

5.0
03 Nov

Review: In A Bad Way by Karin Tabke

Contemporary Romance

Working together to solve the disappearance of her half sister, Izzy Fuentes and Special Agent Flynn Ryker may disagree on tactics. But there’s no denying the sizzling chemistry between them. Will the secrets they hide from each other ruin their chance for love?

4.0
30 Oct

Review: Broken Moon by Catherine Vale

Military Romance

New threats on the horizon aren’t enough to make this heroine back off from finding love and living life to the fullest.

4.0
27 Oct

Review: Brake by Skye Callahan

Contemporary Romance

This installment is the darkest yet. Colt fears the worst when Devlin is nowhere to be found, and Aubrey has gone missing.

4.0
20 Oct

Review: Ignition & Torque 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.

4.0
17 Sep

Review: Rayne’s Thunder, Part 4 by Jami Brumfield

Paranormal Romance

Rayne has found herself in over her head in a sea of men. These alpha males are hot and ready to settle down. Each one of them competes to win a date with her and everyone tries to outdo the next one. The Mating Games begin.

4.0
17 Sep

Review: Rayne’s Thunder, Part 3 by Jami Brumfield

Paranormal Romance

Rayne Manchester’s adventures in dating continue as she meets her newest suitor, Senator Archibald Bachiemer, and he makes one heck of a first impression but is it enough to grab Rayne’s attention or is he better suited for another wolf at the compound? Will wolves from her past come back into the running for her hand?

4.0
17 Sep

Review: Rayne’s Thunder, Part 2 by Jami Brumfield

Paranormal Romance

In The Veterinarian of the Dating a Werewolf Series, Rayne returns home from college to find her mate. Lincoln, a veterinarian is her second suitor. Disaster strikes. Watching a person deal with pressure can reveal a lot. Will these two find love together or will their spark fizzle out before it even begins?

4.0
29 Aug

Review: Awakening by K. K. Gould

Paranormal Romance

When old flames reunite the sparks fly, especially when one of them is a phoenix. Join Liza, Brax and their cohorts in their continuing struggle against evil as Liza’s personal savior, Jace gets his HEA with Adara “Torch” the phoenix. This couple is truly flaming hot!

5.0
28 Aug

Review: Vengeance by K. K. Gould

Paranormal Romance

Rising from the ashes of tragedy and out for little payback… this hybrid heroine packs a can of whup ass in her new role as the Immortal Savior. With the help of her hot new mate, Brax and her pack she’s out to give evil the boot.

5.0
10 Aug

Review: Rayne’s Thunder, Part 1 by Jami Brumfield

Paranormal Romance

Dating a werewolf can get a little hairy, literally and metaphorically. Rayne Manchester’s suitors learn this pretty quickly. Rayne’s Thunder is Rayne Manchester’s journey toward finding a mate and walking down the aisle. Part One, Master Chef. Someone is cooking up some romance.