Angel with Attitude

I bought Michelle Rowen's Angel with Attitude at the latest RWA signing, and it was one of the first books I read when I got home. It was a great one to start with: 4.5 out of 5.

Falling naked into the killer whale tank at MarineLand is always bad news, but it's a real bummer when you've just been kicked out of Heaven. Former angel Valerie Grace is determined to reverse her banishment--Earth's just no fun. Her best friend is a slightly perverted human-turned-rat (note to self: never cross a powerful witch) and she's being tailed by a sexy Tempter Demon named Nathaniel who's trying to lure her to Hell with kisses that are almost worth the trip. With the talking rodent sneaking peeks down her shirt and Nathaniel getting more irresistible every minute, this ex-angel has only one hope: find the stolen Key to Heaven and go home. Then the oddest thing happens--Nathaniel starts to show signs of loyalty and love. And soon Val is asking herself if it is such a bad thing to have the hots for a demon.

What do I like about it? The humor is terrific, and I love Rowen's voice. There were a number of great scenes and other things I enjoyed in the story, including phrases that made me chuckle, such as one character having a "tempter tantrum" (look at the first word closely if you don't get it at first). The "human-turned-rat" offers some nice comedic moments as well.

I also thought this was an intriguing world. The idea of a Tempter Demon is a fun one, and the opposing goals of Valerie and Nathaniel naturally heighten the conflict and the romantic tension. They are a fascinating couple, one I enjoyed spending time with, although I would have loved another sex scene or two. ;)

The book kept me engaged from beginning to end. I really love how the story came full circle and did it in a way I hadn't expected.