Danger, Betrayal, & Love - Royal Caleva: Gabriel by Nancy Herkness

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Royal Caleva: Gabriel by Nancy Herkness, book one in her Royal Caleva series, created a unique world of modern day life in a special monarchy that is filled with hope, mystery, danger betrayal and soul deep love; drawing me in and not letting go, until I turned the last page. This story pulls readers into the intrigue, the beauty of a small kingdom, the determination, strength, and cost of leading a country that wants to find its place in the world; and the life in a tight-knit family that takes its responsibilities to heart. Take a strong, reserved heroine, tasked to find the perpetrator who badly wounded a prince, and protect the crown and his family, she hides behind her computer, head down, to weave together clues to find the culprits. When she has to interact with the victim of the crime and his entire royal family, her confidence takes a back seat.


Ms. Herkness, through her words, allowed the reader to feel the sun on their shoulders, smell the scent of the Caleva’s prized lilies: fragrant and medically beneficial, visualize the beautiful Mediterranean landscape of the hilly, lush land meeting the brilliant blue of the ocean, taste the flavors of the cuisine, and hear the intensity of the flamenco guitar. The reader can also deeply sense every ache and insecurity of Don Gabriel and Quinn as they work together, desire each other, and eventually the sparks will fly as they realize they are two pieces of the same puzzle, fitting together perfectly, belonging together, forever. During their journey Gabriel and Quinn discover a renewed faith in one's own abilities to overcome darkness as well as an unexpected benefit; a passion for not only justice but also each other. This is a story rich in emotion, angst, growth, a quilt of settings, wonderful cuisine and music, along with the combination of a sizzling, instant attraction, and a slow build to sweet, forever love. I highly recommend Royal Caleva: Gabriel to other readers and cannot wait to read the next one in this series.

 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book prior to purchase.

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