Hot Spell

Hot Spell cover
Good Books rating 4.0
Technical
  • ID: 3469
  • Added: 2025-10-18
  • Updated: 2025-10-18
  • ISBN: 9781101461716
  • Publisher: Penguin
  • Published: 2006-11-07
  • Reviews: 3

Hot Spell invites readers into a realm where the supernatural and the mortal intertwine in a dance of dark desires and dangerous alliances. The story weaves together the lives of vampires, werewolves, demons, and a few daring humans, each with their own voracious appetites and hidden agendas. This is a world where the ordinary is shattered, and the extraordinary becomes the norm. The narrative is rich with the raw emotions and intense relationships that drive the characters to unleash a potent spell, one that could change the fate of their world forever. The blend of dark fantasy and erotic tension creates a unique atmosphere that is both captivating and unsettling, promising a reading experience that is as thrilling as it is provocative.

Reviews
Alpha Heroes · 2008-12-15
captivating 4.50

The story features a repressed noblewoman and a sexually charged peasant, with subtle power exchanges and lush sensual writing. The reviewer praises the complex dynamics and vivid descriptions.

This reviewer was captivated by the dynamic between the repressed noblewoman and the sexually charged peasant. They appreciated the subtle power exchanges that occurred between the characters, finding it added depth to the story. The lush and sensual writing style was also a highlight, creating a vivid and immersive experience. They felt the story explored complex relationships and desires in a way that was both engaging and thought-provoking. It's a great read for those who enjoy exploring the intricacies of power and passion in their romance novels.


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    You have a repressed noblewoman, a sexually super-charged “peasant” guy; subtle power exchanges in both directions, lush sensual writing, a ...

    The subtle power exchanges that occurred between the characters, finding it added depth to the story.

    The lush and sensual writing style was also a highlight, creating a vivid and immersive experience.

intriguing 3.50

The world-building is exceptional, overshadowing the love story. The reviewer appreciates the intricate details but feels the romantic elements are less compelling.

This reviewer was really taken with the world-building in this anthology, calling it some of the best they've seen in the romance genre. The richly detailed setting drew them in, but they felt the love story took a backseat to the world itself. While they enjoyed the immersive experience, they wished the romantic elements had been given more prominence. It's a great read for those who love deep world-building, but might leave romance-focused readers wanting more. The reviewer's overall impression is that the strength of the story lies in its setting rather than its central relationship.


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    The world-building in this story is some of the best I've seen in Romancelandia.

    Unfortunately, this means that the love story took a backseat.

    The richly detailed setting drew them in, but they felt the romantic elements are less compelling.

amazing 4.00

All four stories in this anthology are enjoyable, with Meljean Brook standing out as a promising newcomer. The reviewer appreciates the variety and quality of the tales.

This reviewer found themselves enjoying every story in this anthology, which is a rare feat. They particularly highlighted Meljean Brook as a standout, noting her as a relative newcomer with great potential. The variety and quality of the tales kept them engaged throughout, making it a standout collection. They appreciated the different styles and themes each author brought to the table, creating a well-rounded and satisfying reading experience. It's a great choice for those looking to explore different voices in the genre.


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    Hot Spell is the rare anthology in which I find myself enjoying all four stories.

    Amazing, really.

    While Meljean Brook is a relative newcomer, she stands out.