Lauren Seiberling
I REALLY liked this story! The idea is very original. To me, it had sort of a Beauty and the Beast flare to it, but once I finished page 1, I had a hard time putting it down! I think what I liked the most (aside from Dimitri's complete, unconditional and undying love for Dena) was how Dena reacted to meeting, well, a real-life vampire. She wasn't as freaked or put-off as I've read in other books, and I rather liked that she took it all in stride for the most part. Actually, I also really liked Dimitri's dedication to waiting for Dena to come to him, even before he knew who she was or if she was even alive (you'll understand once you read the book). It was very endearing, and it was rather heartbreaking to think about. This is the first book I've read by Kristal, and I really enjoyed her writing. Her smoking-hot writing. Yep, this book ain't no sweet-n-clean holiday tale. This is for adults only. But seriously, the imagery of the scenery, the holiday decorations, all of it is very good. A Happily Ever After is to be had, and this will not be the last book I read by Kristal!