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When Dr. Jena Mallory learned of the existence of vampires, she never expected to be saddled with her own watcher – nor did she expect to find herself drawn irresistibly to the 800-year-old vampire! Ian Sinclair was assigned to ensure Jena does not reveal the existence of the Vampire race to the world, but can’t bring himself to end the assignment, even long after he has assured himself she will keep the secret. Seized by a furious jealousy when he follows her on Valentine’s Day date, he realizes he can no longer sit on the sidelines merely watching her… When Ian discovers Jena’s dangerous secret, he realizes he must protect her at all costs! Caught by Cupid: Forever Valentine by Bianca D’Arc is the fourth story in her Vampire Tales saga. While I have thoroughly enjoyed each of the four tales, I have to say that Forever Valentine is by far my favorite of them! In a sense, this story feels like more of a beginning to the series than the first book in the series did, as it launches a mystery that promises to unfold in subsequent releases. While the other stories definitely laid the framework well for the Vampire Tales saga, Forever Valentine whets the appetite for more, laying the groundwork for stories that might involve 2 other couples we meet in this book. In addition, Forever Valentine reveals revelations concerning all four of the current Vampire Tales stories that answer some of the questions I know had crossed my mind more than once. D’Arc has taken the readers’ willingness to suspend disbelief in some areas, and rewarded it with an exciting, yet logical explanation for apparent coincidences! But enough of that – you want to know about Ian and Jena, right? Ian falls into love with all the fierceness one would expect from an 800-year-old vampire who had finally given up all hope of ever finding his true mate. Fully alpha male, he is also amazingly tender with Jena, as well as perceptive. He respects Jena for the intelligent doctor she is and still sees the desirable woman underneath her independent exterior. Jena’s story is heartbreakingly noble, and the reader is led through her fears and emotions concerning not only Ian, but the secret that endangers her very existence. While Forever Valentine is enhanced if read in sequence, it does serve well as a standalone novel, should the reader choose to read it first. But I definitely recommend reading them consecutively to enjoy the impact of the revelation this story brings!
Reviewed by Jennifer
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Caught By Cupid:
Forever Valentine
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