Title: Dangerous Tides
Author: Christine Feehan
First published June 27, 2006
374 pages, Mass Market Paperback
ISBN: 9780515141542 (ISBN10: 0515141542)
Rating: 4.31
Overview
Lady Isabella is a stunning beauty with piercing blue eyes and long golden hair. She had once been married to a cruel and abusive husband, but after his death, she vowed to never marry again and instead dedicated herself to running her estate.
However, when the infamous rogue, Lord Gabriel, arrives in town with his fierce reputation and devilishly handsome looks, Isabella finds herself drawn to him against her better judgement. His boldness and fearlessness strike awe in everyone, and his smoldering gaze sets her heart ablaze with a reckless desire she cannot ignore.
About the Author
Christine Feehan has achieved remarkable success as an author, earning the #1 spot on the New York Times bestselling list multiple times with her impressive portfolio of over 90 published novels. She has created five series including the Dark Series, GhostWalker Series, Leopard Series, Drake Sisters Series, the Sisters of the Heart Series, Shadow Riders and Torpedo Ink, all of which have also hit #1 on the New York Times bestselling list.
In 1999, her debut novel Dark Prince was recognized with 3 of the 9 Paranormal Excellence Awards in Romantic Literature (PEARL). Since then, she has continued to be published by various publishing houses such as Leisure Books, Pocket Books, and currently Berkley/Jove.
Feehan has also received 7 more PEARL awards since the release of Dark Prince. When it comes to her writing, Feehan shares that she has been a writer for as long as she can remember.
For her, writing is not just a hobby, but rather an integral part of who she is. She reads all kinds of books, even encyclopedias, and is fascinated by the power of the written word to create pictures and emotions.
As a storyteller herself, she considers it a great privilege to be counted among the ranks of other talented writers.
Editoral Review
Dangerous Tides by Christine Feehan is a thrilling novel that immerses readers into a world full of darkness, danger, and passion. As an accomplished author whose works have been celebrated in the genre of paranormal romance, Feehan takes readers on a spellbinding journey into the lives of her characters with this masterpiece.
The story is set in a remote location, where women are disappearing mysteriously without any trace of their whereabouts. The protagonist, Libby Drake, is a seductive siren who is struggling with the ghosts of her past.
She is desperate to escape her old life and seeks refuge in the town of Sea Haven, hoping to start anew. Here she meets Ty Derrick who is a rough and tough alpha male with a past of his own.
He too has a connection to the dark and dangerous underbelly of the town, and he and Libby are inevitably drawn together.
The relationship that develops between Libby and Ty is mesmerizing and intense, and the chemistry between them is electric.
Feehans ability to craft a setting that is both sinister and captivating draws readers in, and they are eager to witness the unfolding drama. The plot is full of twists and turns, and there are many mysterious characters whose motives are often unclear.
Feehan’s writing is exceptional, and she maintains a tight grip on the narrative, making it difficult to put the book down. Her character development is impressive, as she flawlessly crafts depth and complexity into each character.
The themes explored in Dangerous Tides such as forgiveness, redemption, and the possibility of new beginnings add significant depth to the story.
One potential weakness of Dangerous Tides is that it is heavy on paranormal romance tropes, which may not appeal to everyone.
That being said, those who enjoy this genre will find the novel to be an exceptional example of it. Additionally, some readers may feel that there are moments in the book where the pacing could have been tighter.
Overall, Dangerous Tides is a novel that stands out in the genre of paranormal romance. Feehans writing is exceptional, and the setting of the story is both captivating and haunting.
Her ability to create memorable and relatable characters is brilliant, and the development of the story is well-executed. The various themes explored add significant depth to the book.
For those who enjoy paranormal romance, Dangerous Tides is a definite must-read, and even those who do not typically gravitate towards this genre may find this book to be a captivating read. Therefore, I recommend it to all who are curious about the book.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars.
