Quinn Harlow has come to Texas to bury her real father Bart Fitzpatrick, a man she never knew existed. She never knew why her mother kept him a secret from her all these years. Now a father she never knew has left her half of his ranch along with his partner, Joe McKinnon, as part of her destiny. Sexy and incredibly overwhelming Joe has her ready to shed her clothes along with her inhibitions without a second thought.

A look, a touch, and the smoldering heat of desire ignite between Joe and Quinn and a mating dance as old as time takes over. The wolf sensing his mate must claim the sassy and seductive woman who would rule beside him for a lifetime.

Destiny and desire must fight against the forces of evil, intent on ruling the Wolf Creek pack. As alpha of the pack, it is his right and duty to protect not only his people but the fiery and sumptuous beauty that holds his heart.

Once again, Ms. Carlysle has created a sizzling page turner for her fans. Lone Star Lycan captivates from the very first page holding the reader hostage to the mesmerizing and sensual delights along with the humorous and touching thrills between Joe and Quinn. This is a luscious, fast paced adventure that never stops entertaining as well as thrilling the reader. Joe is a sinfully delicious alpha who will play on the reader's fantasies with his touching humor, sex appeal, and his sense of honor. Quinn is a sassy female who is determined, believable as well as enchanting. A heroine who seems to take life in stride without letting it get the best of her. Within both characters there is a wildness that carries over to the story bringing a sense of animal magnetism and heat that is primal in its intensity. When these two destined lovers come together, the sparks fly and the passion heats up to combustible levels as the delightful and very naughty loving entices the reader drawing them further into the story. The pack as well as the memorable town's people of Cloverfield work well as secondary characters, adding an additional dimension to the plot. The danger of a scorned woman and a pack of rogue wolves add to the building level of suspense of the story as well as creating the premise for the next book in this wonderful series.

Hold on tight for a magical tale that is sure to entertain.

Overall rating:
Sensuality rating: Very sensual

Reviewer: Shannon
August 13, 2009