ISBN: 978-1-607667-077-3

Title: Entwined by Fate by S.A. Price {144 pages}

Genre: Erotic/Paranormal Romance

Release Date: January 19^th 2010

This is an uncorrected proof ARC given to me by the author

Thirty females of the Ophidian race have gone missing. Believed to be dead by every Archon in the states, Merrick leads a quiet and unassuming life, saving those of his race that are lost and need it most. It’s a solitary existence, one that he hates every day. He yearns for his mate, the woman he left over a decade before, and the woman who thinks him dead to this day. When Elise Rizdon gets the official invitation to the Archon meeting in Ohio, she never expected to see the love of her life at the woman’s side, a man she was told was dead and buried. She lost him once upon a time, and she never fully recovered. Focusing on the issues, and not the man that has always made her body burn is not going to be easy. A disturbing event is on the horizon, one that threatens all Ophidian’s and their way of life. In order to survive they will have to work together, give up old grudges and take chances on the things that matter most. Love, life and the continuation of their race.  ARC OF A PRINT RELEASE COMING JANUARY 19th 2010

So much of the erotica and paranormal market is flooded with the usual vampires, demons, and shapeshifters.    Where may I ask, is the love for Weresnakes?  Hmmm?  I will say that I have read many an ebook about tigers, lions, wolves and bears.  But snakes…? This was unchartered territory for me!  To get in the zone, I put on my sparkly snake bracelet, tucked my juicy sweat pants into my uggs and prepared myself to go where not many readers have gone before.

To start off, I began Entwined by Fate by Googling Ophidian.  I found it interesting that this was an actual term used in conjunction with serpentine or ‘snake-like’, go figure. This is what I liked about the book. The author s really spent her time gathering her research to build a believable reality in her fantasy world of were-snakes.  There are not many authors out there who can write the word nest and not have me run screaming in the other direction.  She really delved into the intricacies of how this race of people survived, their dynamic and I was impressed with her attention to detail. I enjoyed doing a little research just to make sure I was ‘in the know’ about some of her terms.  Besides we all I know I heart Google.

My Take

Merrick and Elsie were destined to be mates when Merrick is called to South America.  Elsie is told he is dead and has been morning his loss ever since.   Fast forward 10 odd years later, Elsie still wearing the promise ring Merrick gave her long ago, sees Merrick at the Archon meeting in Ohio.  She is devastated to find that he is alive and in the arms of another Archon female.  Merrick has never forgotten the love of his life; he waits patiently to be together with her again, only after he finds out who is behind the kidnapping of the Ophidian  females.  I liked how the story jumps right into the present day of Merrick’s and Elsie’s relationship. We also get to meet Aiden, a lady’s man weresnake, who also happens to have Ophidaphobia. Love it! I really enjoyed the multiple character point of views.   It provided a unique personality and glimpse into each character.   I may make a wide berth to avoid the snakes in Petco, but for my reading pleasure, weresnakes are a okay.

Another key highlight for me was the author’s ability to make what most of us find as squeal-worthy into something sensuous and enchanting.  A difficult feat since snakes and I haven’t gotten along since the Temple of Doom.  I found myself captivated by their world and watching reruns of the MTV music awards when Brittany came out on stage with a boa constrictor.  Lucky girl.   I want my own snakie to rub my fantasy scales with!   Move over werewolf’s there’s a new game in town.

Rating

Would you read about Weresnakes?

Author’s  Website: www.stellaandaudra.com

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