The Night Side (23 page)
Also, lovers of Shakespeare will think they see a misquote from
As You Like It
in chapter 19 (men have died from time to time and worms have eaten them—but not for love). But as Shakespeare had yet to pen this play at the time of the story, I ask you to believe that the worm my characters speak of is the one in Hell that eats and never dies. This is more applicable, as at that moment they are discussing murder and not romance.
Please drop me a line and let me know how you enjoyed the story. E-mail can be directed to melanie [email protected] or my Web site at http://www.mel aniejackson.com.
Welcome to my imaginary Scotland. Happy reading and
slan leat
(health upon you).
Melanie Jackson
DIVINE FANTASY
[Jackson] “has a wonderful way with descriptive language. There are some great connections with previous books and a surprise at the end.”—
RT Book Reviews
“For a very different type of murder mystery and some very quirky characters and a twist at the end you won’t see coming…in this tale, curiosity does not kill the cat!”
—Romance Reviews Today
“Not to be read quickly, Jackson’s latest is closely connected to the two previous Divine stories…This is an excellent addition to this series.”—
RT Book Reviews
“An intriguing mix of mystery and romance, with shadings of the paranormal, this is a story that pulls you in.”
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RT Book Reviews
“This tale isn’t your everyday, lighthearted romance…Melanie Jackson takes an interesting approach to this tale, using historical figures with mysterious lives.”
—Romance Reviews Today
“Jackson pens a sumptuous modern gothic…Fans of solid love stories like those of Laurell K. Hamilton will enjoy Jackson’s tale, which readers will devour in one sitting, then wait hungrily for the next installment.”
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Booklist
“This visit to the ‘wild side’ is wonderfully imaginative and action-packed…[A] fascinating tale.”
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RT Book Reviews
THE MASTER
“Readers…will not be disappointed. Her ability to create a complicated world is astounding with this installment, which includes heartwarming moments, suspense and mystery sprinkled with humor. An excellent read.”
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RT Book Reviews
“The latest walk on the ‘Wildside’ is a wonderful romantic fantasy that adds new elements that brilliantly fit and enhance the existing Jackson mythos…Action-packed.”
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Midwest Book Review
“The author’s imagination and untouchable world-building continue to shine…[An] outstanding and involved novel.”
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“Melanie Jackson is a talent to watch. She deftly combines romance with fantasy and paranormal elements to create a spellbinding adventure.”
—WritersWrite.com
“Jackson often pushes the boundaries of paranormal romance, and this…is no exception.”
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Booklist
“Part fantasy, part dream and wholly bewitching,
The Selkie
…[blends] whimsy and folklore into a sensual tale of love and magic.”
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RT Book Reviews
DIVINE FANTASY
A CURIOUS AFFAIR
DIVINE NIGHT
WRIT ON WATER
DIVINE MADNESS
THE SAINT
THE MASTER
DIVINE FIRE
STILL LIFE
THE COURIER
OUTSIDERS
TRAVELER
THE SELKIE
DOMINION
BELLE
AMARANTHA
NIGHT VISITOR
MANON
IONA
LOVE SPELL
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August 2009
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