Nope, not for me. ( )

Well rounded story of a psychic working with the police to find a serial killer. Good suspense elements and wonderful romance. ( )

4.25/5 creepy bald serial killer stars



This is the second book I've read by Linda Howard. She sure knows how to write romance and suspense - where both will keep you at the edge of your seat. I'm not going to write a huge review about this book, because honestly - it would ruin the mystery.

I liked this book a little less than the first book I read by her - [b:Mr. Perfect|469901|Mr. Perfect|Linda Howard|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1327960914s/469901.jpg|487629] when it comes to the romance. I did like Dane and Marlie together, but at around 80% Dane does something that kind of ruins the romance of their relationship for me. Dane is a strong, tough detective who isn't going to win awards for being mister nice and pleasant or mister social. Marlie has been having visions of violent crimes since she was a child and she can stand up for herself. When the two of them meet - the sparks fly.



The crime in this book was a lot heavier than in [b:Mr. Perfect|469901|Mr. Perfect|Linda Howard|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1327960914s/469901.jpg|487629]. I enjoyed it, because it was actually creepy - where the other book did lack that. If you however don't enjoy a creepy serial killer, being in the mind of this creepy serial killer, descriptions of horrible crime scenes and visions of the murder from the eyes of the killer - than I suggest you stay away from this book as the creepy factor in this book is rather high.



This book contains multiple POV's. Mostly that from Marlie and Dane. But also from the killer and his victims. It didn't annoy me that the POV kept switching, since every character had his or her own voice and therefore it wasn't confusing.

If you like romance novels and a good crime novel, than this book is the perfect marriage for you! :) ( )

Dream Man
4 Stars

Marlie Keen is finally getting her life back on track following the loss of her psychic gift. But now her abilities have returned full force with an horrific twist - she has seen a murder through the eyes of the killer. Detective Dane Hollister is skeptical of Marlie and suspicious of her claims, but he finds himself irrevocably drawn to her and knows that she may be the only key to solving a series of terrifying crimes. Can Marlie and Dean put aside their differences to catch a monster?

A gripping serial killer plot and an intense romance make this a fantastic romantic suspense read. My one small caveat relates to the hero's actions toward the end, but more on that later.

Marlie is a very sympathetic heroine and Howard's portrayal of the physical and emotional toll that the visions have on her is exceptionally realistic, which makes it easy for the reader to empathize and suspend disbelief. Dane is a typical alpha male who finds it difficult to accept that psychic abilities exist and makes no bones about his views. The love/hate dynamic between Dane and Marlie ratchets up the sexual tension and makes for some very steamy scenes.

Now to the big problem with the story. Dane not only exposes Marlie to the press knowing full well that it might ruin her life; he also sets her up as bait for the killer. Both of this acts are simply unforgivable, and if the suspense plot weren't so good, they would ruin the book. As it is, they put a huge damper on the romance.

Despite this issue, Dream Man is well worth the read for lovers of hot heroes, spunky heroines and bone-chilling serial killer tales.
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This book was great! I loved Dane.. and the plot kept me reading.. the only downfall for me was the epilogue... It felt hokey and odd. ( )