Title: Allure
Author: Nina Lane
First published May 14, 2013
336 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9780988715806 (ISBN10: 0988715805)
Rating: 4.23
Overview
The second installment in the Spiral of Bliss series by Nina Lane, Allure, takes readers on a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Dean and Olivia West are determined to reignite their passion and fix their marriage after facing lies and betrayal.
Their love for each other is palpable, but a family crisis forces Dean back into a feud with his relatives, unearthing a painful family secret that threatens to destroy their relationship. As they navigate through bitter family conflicts, Liv and Dean must confront events that could damage them in unimaginable ways.
Will their love for each other withstand the trials that life throws their way? Find out in Allure.
About the Author
Nina Lane, a bestselling author with works featured in the NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY, was born and raised in California. She currently resides in Wisconsin where the winters are bitterly cold, but the cheese is exceptionally good.
Nina is a mother to two teenagers and a neurotic dog. Her daily routine consists of managing laundry, Girl Scouts, horses, and football games.
However, the other half of her life is full of passionate, alpha male characters and the women who captivate them.
Nina is fond of popcorn, print magazines, exercising, and keeping tabs on the weather with her husband, a meteorologist. Although she holds a PhD in Art History and an MA in Library and Information Studies, her true passion lies in writing epic, emotional romances.
She feels grateful and overjoyed to be able to share her stories with her fantastic fans.
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Editoral Review
The book “Allure” by Nina Lane is a romantic novel that was first published on May 14, 2013. Lane is an American author who has written several books in the romance genre.
“Allure” is a standalone novel that tells the story of two individuals who are struggling to find their way in life and end up finding love in a series of complicated circumstances. The book is set in New York City and follows the lives of two main characters, Liv and Dean.
Liv is a struggling artist who is in a dead-end relationship with her long-term boyfriend, while Dean is a successful businessman who has everything he wants but is still unsatisfied with his life. The story revolves around the development of their relationship as they navigate past obstacles to find true love.
Lane’s writing style is elegant and flows beautifully, conveying emotions in a simple yet powerful way. The characterization is also strong, and readers can easily relate to the struggles and feelings of the main characters.
Lane’s descriptions of the setting are vivid and draw the reader into the story. One of the strengths of this novel is the pacing.
Lane takes the time to develop the characters and build the relationship between Liv and Dean. The plot structure is also well-crafted, with just the right amount of tension and conflict to keep readers engaged.
The themes in the book, such as self-discovery, love, and redemption, are timeless and relatable. One of the potential limitations of the book is that it may be too predictable for some readers who are well-versed in the romance genre.
Additionally, some of the plot twists may seem cliché for those who are looking for something more complex. Overall, However, “Allure” is a beautifully written novel that will appeal to fans of the romance genre.
It is an engaging and heartwarming story that captures the essence of true love. I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy a good love story with strong characterization, elegant prose, and a relatable setting.
I give Allure by Nina Lane a 4 out of 5 stars.
