Rul Kyne Cathor is the ruler of Castle Vareck and sworn enemy of Edric DiSanti, the man responsible for the murder of his brother. Kyne had proof that his daughter Laila helped to lure Audin to his death. Laila, who insists her name is Sianna, wasn't what he'd expected. He could sense an innocence about her. Kyne knew something wasn't right about his captive. She seemed to be two different people.

DiSanti has used a drug called nika, a highly addictive mind-controlling drug to gain control of the kingdom. He is mad for power and would use anything to gain it, even his own daughters.

Sianna lets Kyne think she is her sister Laila, to protect her and the child she carries, a child that belonged to his dead brother. Could all the things Kyne said about her father be true? Why is it when they touch she feels a connection to him, as if they belong together? Sianna falls deeply in love with Kyne; can he possibly see past her tainted blood and feel something for her as well? Will the dark evil called Edric DiSanti destroy all Sianna holds dear?

Elysa Hendricks can write romance that touches the heart and soul of the reader. Her heroes are like the dashing and sinfully handsome Robin Hoods and William Tells of legends. Her heroines are just as strong and courageous. Ms. Hendricks puts word to paper like an artist puts paint to canvas. Her stories are full of life and adventure. The pages just melt away as the story comes to life in your mind. Kyne finds his heart torn between the love and loyalty for his brother and his growing love for Sianna. Sianna is a true healer and her heart knows only love. How can she accept that she comes from a man so evil? Can she make Kyne see who she truly is? Sianna fears her very ka is in danger if Kyne rejects her. So take a break from day to day reality and join Kyne and Sianna then step into a world of fantasy and love. Be sure to look for the third book in this series called Shadow Moon coming soon. I give Crystal Moon Five Hearts. Enjoy!

Overall rating:
Sensuality rating: Very sensual

Reviewer: Diane T.
August 5, 2004