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Adventure is sure to follow wherever Aubrey goes in Dark Revelations. Readers of previous books in the Madonna Key series will remember Dr. Moon, the infamous art thief plaguing Europe. This is her story… Aubrey was forced in to a life of crime by the Adriano family, due to circumstances beyond her control. She even had to give up her beloved daughter so the young girl would be protected and safe from the evil Italian family determined to use Aubrey for their own personal gain. Aubrey’s life takes a fantastical bend though when she of forced to steal an ancient manuscript, believed to be from the pen of Joan of Arc herself. The discovery of this document, and the secrets found within, reveal a destiny Aubrey never knew she had. Now she is on the run, with only Eric Cabordes to assist her. He is the personal bodyguard to the Adriano heir, but shockingly Dark Revelations lead him on a new path. If only he and Aubrey could find time to explore the intense feelings between them. The third book in the Madonna Key series reveals even more secrets about the mysterious and near mythical Black Madonnas. It also shows the expansion of the nefarious plot a small sect of men have to permanently bury the legend of the Madonnas and the women who worshipped them. Time is of the essence for the Marians to win this war. One thing I love is how each book delves deeper in to the past, crossing the centuries backwards, to reveal the story of the Marians, the protectors of the Madonnas. We’ve visited the 18th century, the 17th century, and now the 15th century in successive books, as we learn more about the women from whom Aubrey is descended. In this chapter of the saga, we discover one unique spin on the story of Joan of Arc. Romance, though most definitely present between Aubrey and Eric, plays a lesser role in this story, but is still key to the plot. The focus here is on Aubrey, as she comes to terms with her past, and strives to protect her future. Readers will cheer her on to the resolution of her dramatic life. Eric’s story is important too however, as we see his acceptance of Aubrey and what she stands for, even if it’s in direct opposition to what duty asks of him. In a departure from her usual works, author Lorna Tedder has written a fascinating story in Dark Revelations that is more than up to the expectations of Madonna Key followers. She knows just the right recipe for a good romance/adventure novel. I hope to see more works by this talented author in the future. © Kelley A. Hartsell, August 2006. All rights reserved.
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The Madonna Key
Book 3: Dark Revelations
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Posted August 2006 |
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