Title: Drink of Me
Author: Jacquelyn Frank
First published January 1, 2010
371 pages, Mass Market Paperback
ISBN: 9781420109856 (ISBN10: 1420109855)
Rating: 4.13
Overview
In a world where danger lurks around every corner, one woman holds the key to survival. “Trust me,” she whispers, her eyes pleading for help.
The Sange, feared for their sensuality and rituals, are the only ones who can protect her. Reule, the most gifted of them all, is tasked with keeping her safe.
But nothing could prepare him for the power of her emotions. Mystique, battered but beautiful, breaks down his barriers and leaves him helpless to resist her.
As they come together in the heat of battle, he knows that their connection can only end in one way – with blood, knowledge, and a passion that defies all reason.
About the Author
I’m a resident of Asheville, North Carolina, and I’ve authored a handful of books – or maybe more like ten.
Editoral Review
Drink of Me by Jacquelyn Frank is an enthralling tale of passion, power, and forbidden love. The novel was first published on January 1, 2010, and since then, it has gained a wide audience due to its captivating plot and well-drawn characters.
Jacquelyn Frank is a New York Times bestselling author, known for her spellbinding paranormal romances, and Drink of Me is no exception. The book falls under the paranormal romance genre and is set in a world where vampires and humans coexist in uneasy peace.
The story revolves around a vampire prince, Saloman, who has been cursed by a powerful sorceress to wither away unless he finds a mate that matches his strength. This task seems impossible until he meets his soulmate, Olivia, who is a driven and independent human woman.
The plot follows Saloman and Olivia’s journey as they navigate the treacherous paths of their respective worlds and their growing love for each other. The story is fast-paced, and the writing style is fluid and engrossing, making it hard to put the book down.
Frank’s knack for building tension and creating vivid imagery are evident throughout the book. The setting of the story is well-crafted, with a mix of gothic and contemporary elements.
The characters are multidimensional, and their motivations are credible, making it easy for readers to relate to them. At its core, Drink of Me is a story about the transformative power of love, a theme that is relevant and resonant in today’s society.
It touches on themes of power, inequality, and the enduring spirit of humanity, making it a compelling read for lovers of paranormal romance. However, the book is not without flaws.
Some of the secondary characters could have benefited from more fleshing out, and certain plot points felt predictable. Nevertheless, these minor shortcomings do not detract from the overall impact of the story.
Overall, Drink of Me is a highly recommended read for lovers of paranormal romance. Its beautifully crafted prose, engaging characters, and captivating plot make it a page-turner that will keep readers enthralled from beginning to end.
For that reason, I give it a score of 4.5 out of 5, and I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a well-written, steamy romance with a supernatural twist.
