THE MASTER

Author: Jean Johnson ISBN: 042521706X 9/2007 PARANORMAL Publisher: BERKLEY TRADE

Kidnapped from the Isle of Nightfall and taken captive by slavers, Dominor is sold to a lovely mage who promises freedom. But Lady Serina has plans for him; she needs another powerful mage to re-enact a mating ritual, to help reverse a Tantric spell cast centuries ago. Agreeing to help her, Dominor doesn't suspect the secret she holds back from him: there is more to this magical mating than the Arithmancer has revealed. Once the ritual is complete, he will be returned to Nightfall. But when that secret finally shatters, baring the truth behind the misunderstandings now separating them, Dominor is determined to retake possession of the woman who is his Destiny...

RRAH's THOUGHTS AND PONDERINGS:

Yippee! I was right. The third time is the charm for Jean Johnson's novels of The Sons of Destiny. Though the first two kept me reading, this one, THE MASTER brings what the premise promises—an intriguing plot, interesting characters, fun and sex. Let's just say a good time is had by all, even under strained circumstances!

I honestly have looked forward to all of The Sons of Destiny stories, but have been slightly disappointed in them. THE MASTER is finally what I expected and knew could be. Actually, it has set the bar for the other five that are to follow. But, since they get better each time I bet you the last one will earn a Top Pick. Until that time, though, I am content to be mastered by this one.

Shannon Johnson