Melani Blazer

I really don't want to keep Angie in suspense forever, so here's the name of the previously unnamed author I mentioned in a previous blog entry: Melani Blazer. Angie is actually the one who introduced me to Blazer's books. I read Hot Rod Heaven a few weeks ago, so when I saw Legend of the Leopard in the bookstore, I picked it up. It is another winner: 4.5 out of 5.

One of the things I liked about Hot Rod Heaven was the emotional resonance. Legend of the Leopard has plenty of emotional depth as well, and Blazer has a gift for writing characters that come to life quickly. I felt like I knew Salvatore and Julia, and I love that they are multidimensional characters with strengths and flaws. The sensuality level is excellent as well--there's plenty of sex, but I never felt like there was too much or that it overwhelmed the story. It's simply part of the story, like it should be in a good romance.

I complained earlier that Blazer doesn't have dozens of other books. She does have several books and novellas I can choose from, though, so all is well. I just have to figure out where to start. I have to admit that when an author has e-books, I always wonder whether they will be coming out in print. Thus, I have to decide whether to buy now or wait. I'm sure that authors have no problem with me buying now. ;) But it is an issue I always consider. My next two purchases will be Dante's Relic and Legendary Tails III, both available in print.



P.S. As a side note, can someone explain why Ellora's Cave has a series called Legendary Tails? I noticed this in the bookstore. Do they all include animals or other creatures with tails? If they refer to stories, then the series should be Legendary Tales.