This book is an interesting look at paranormal powers and what happens when they are abused. While it wasn’t clear to me where this ‘foreign race’ originated that wielded these powers, the resulting story was quite intriguing. The build-up was slow, yet drew me into the circle of the main characters with irresistible force. Both Lucas and Kyle were wounded, but had very different means of fighting back. The contrast made for a good story.

Lucas has been on the run from the men who wanted him to join their illegal activities. His answer was to hide, since he had no way to fight back without dying. Faced with the choice of protecting Kyle, he gives it all up to a point. I can’t say more without giving away too much of the plot, but the way he finally asserts himself and what he believes in was very touching.

Kyle is a battered soul, but his inner strength is amazing. That he is a sub who wants some of what has been done to him makes it difficult for him to come to terms with his needs. He has to learn the difference between coercion and willing submission and how they are nothing alike, even thought the effects may look the same to the casual observer.

If you like stories that explore a D/s theme in a slightly different way, are interested in paranormal abilities and want to read about a strong alpha male protecting and falling for a physically weaker but very determined man, you may like this book.




NOTE: This book was provided by Torquere Press for the purpose of a review on Queer Magazine Online ( )