The story he hears is beyond believable. According to Ava her brother, sister and herself were kidnapped from their home and brought to England and sold. She was able to escape by jumping in the river. Deran promises to help find her family hoping she will admit to lying. What he did not count on was how determined Ava was to locate her siblings. He soon finds himself searching all over England trying to find clues to their location. While also playing a game of chase and retrieval with Eva who is impatient to set out on her on and begin looking. He also did not count on falling in love with the highly spirited and stubborn Ava.

Almost Taken is a very passionate historical romance that takes the reader on an exiting adventure. The compelling characters of Deran and Ava find themselves drawn together as the search for the missing siblings. All the while the bad guys are searching for Ava. The excitement comes from watching Deran chase after Ava and his hard work to keep her safe. Intrigue and surprises lie in store for the readers as the kidnappers identities are made known.

The romance between Deran and Ava is difficult from the start. Their different stations in life seems to be just one of the things that make their future together impossible. But there is also an age difference and Deran’s desire not to be married.

Their attraction though is there from the very beginning and only becomes stronger the more time they spend together. This attraction soon becomes desire which turns to passion that no matter how hard they try will not be denied. Readers will watch in interest as they fall in love and overcome obstacles. They will thrill in the passion and hope that they find happiness together. This is a very sensual romance that wins the heart of the readers.

This is a creative and fast moving storyline that will enthrall readers. The character’s personalities will fascinate readers and win their concern. Ava who is highly spirited and stubborn will win the respect of the readers for her courage and determination. Deran who is rumored in the beginning to be an ice king, not caring about anyone, will prove how wrong people’s perceptions can be. Almost Taken by Isabel Mere is an emotionally moving historical romance that I highly recommend to the readers.

Overall rating:
Sensuality rating: Very sensual

Reviewer: Anita
January 11, 2007