Complicated Creatures by Alexi Lawless
It is rare to find a book by a first time author that is so engaging that you hesitate to put it down. From page one, this book has been crafted with rich detail and a powerful story that the romance readers will enjoy thoroughly. I was looking forward to checking out this new novel for review and I was not disappointed.
Complicated Creatures by Alexi Lawless
Series: Complicated Creatures
Publisher: VIVRANT Press Publications
Publication Date: April 25, 2014
ISBN-13: 978-0692209653
Synopsis: What happens when curiosity becomes obsession? And when that obsession leads to an unstoppable journey you could never have imagined?
From author Alexi Lawless, the first part in a provocative romantic suspense series…
Luck is Jack Roman’s middle name— and Chicago is his Empire. He lives to work, loves to play, and makes no commitments. But when the mysterious S. Wyatt moves into the adjoining penthouse, he’s immediately drawn to her; a striking, elusive woman who transitions seamlessly from wood-paneled board rooms to high-stakes, high-risk rescue operations in the most dangerous parts of the world.
Intrigued by her self-possession, aroused by her incredible passion, and disarmed by a vulnerability she cannot hide, Jack pursues her into the nexus of her dangerous present and her enigmatic past. An entire world is revealed to Jack, where living for pleasure becomes fighting for survival. And the only woman he wants may be the one he cannot have…
COMPLICATED CREATURES is a mesmerizing, labyrinthine erotic romance that will leave you wondering: Do you really want to know everything about the one you love?
My Thoughts
I love to read books about powerful people. Not in the sense that they are mean and brusk to others, but powerful in a way that commands attention from others. In this first in a series book, all of the characters are forces to be reckoned with. I love strong men and this book is loaded with them. And if that is not enough, the heroine is too! She is an amazing mixture of brilliance, strength, beauty and she hangs out with some hot guys too. I want to grow up to be Samantha (Sam)!
The storyline itself is very unique. It combines the typical boardroom and corporation mergers with military recon and international power plays. It has an added suspense level in between the normal guy and gal interaction. Plus the power plays between Jack and Sam make for some hot, spicy reading. When two powerful people collide, sparks will fly.
This is not a typical romance novel in the least. It is very well written with in depth characters that you will fall in love with yourself. Jack is an awesome book boyfriend and even though this book leaves you with a cliff hanger (ARGH – hate those), it is a strong enough story that I know I will be first in line for the second in the series.
Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.