Siren's Call (Rainshadow, #4) (Harmony, #12)

by Jayne Castle

In the mysterious world of Harmony, there are places filled with unexplored marvels. But Rainshadow Island isn't about to give up its secrets . . .

In the alien catacombs of Rainshadow, there are creatures whose compelling songs lure the unwary to their death. That's why Rafe Coppersmith, hired to clear out the catacombs for exploration, needs a music talent. He knows the perfect one, but she probably doesn't want anything do with him . . .

Ella Morgan had once fallen hard and fast for Rafe, but then he disappeared for months and he's not about to tell her why. Ella, too, has secrets that only her dust bunny knows. She's not just a music talent, she's a Siren: a paranormal singer capable of singing men to sleep - or to their deaths.

But once on Rainshadow, Rafe and Ella will learn that surrendering to passion doesn't come without risks - and fighting fire with fire only adds to the flame . . .

Praise for Jayne Castle:

'A suspenseful tale complete with murder, mayhem, and escalating danger . . . best dust bunny EVER.' -Caffeinated Book Reviewer

'A riveting plot filled with plenty of sexy twists and dangerous turns.' - Booklist

• ISBN10: 034940948X
• ISBN13: 9780349409481
• Publish Date: 28 July 2015
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: GB
• Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
• Imprint: Piatkus Books
• Format: Paperback (B-Format (198x129 mm))
• Pages: 336
• Language: English

Reviews

[celinenyx]

Singing dinosaurs, dust bunnies, and a dash of romance. A fun science-fiction story that is easy to get into.

The setting is Rainshadow, on planet Harmony. Aliens have left the planet long ago, leaving behind ethereal cities and mysterious technology that some humans can use. Ella has a talent - she's a Siren, and can sing paranormal harmonies that kill. That doesn't make her much suited for dating, until she meets Rafe, who knows what she is yet isn't repulsed by it.

Siren's Call is the second book I've read by Jayne Castle and I definitely see a pattern here. Castle's hero's are steadfast men with a secret or two, but nothing too dramatic. Her heroines are ladies with dreams and goals, usually have a business of their own, and aren't very reticent in going for what they want. Castle's characters and stories are comforting. Nothing too bad happens, just enough to create some suspense. The romance gurgles along nicely without any overly contrived happen-stances keeping the hero and heroine apart. The science-fiction/paranormal element is fun, easy to understand, and just interesting enough to provide a nice backdrop for action.

Siren's Call is probably best described as a powdered sugar doughnut that features so prominently in the story.

[Cocktails and Books]

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Singing crystal dinosaurs, a passionate affair, and adventure awaits Ella Morgan and Rafe Coppersmith in another action packed Rainshadow adventure.

Ella is a strong talent, officially a musical one, but she’s more than that. I loved that she was pretty powerful and that Rafe looked to her and respected her abilities. I also loved that she didn’t just roll over and say love me when he showed back up in her life. Especially when he doesn’t have the best explanation for why he never showed back up for their date.

The dust bunnies, especially Ella’s, make a lot of appearances and bring the hijinks I’ve come to love from them. They almost steal the book as always.

This is a scifi romance with a heavy leaning on the science fiction side but it is also a fiery and passionate romance between Ella and Rafe.

I definitely recommend this addition to the Rainshadow series, and look forward to more adventure and dust bunnies in the future.

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[wyvernfriend]

I know that there are silly parts of this but the story kept me reading and I enjoyed the characters, including Lorelei the Dust Bunny. Ella Morgan is a Siren, her voice has psychic power behind it and when she is summoned by a dust bunny to help, she has to use that power, and Rafe Coppersmith enters her life, they have to part but he promises to get back in contact, when he doesn't she's annoyed and when they meet again there have been changes, things aren't as they were and they have to adapt.

I enjoyed it, nothing earth-shattering but entertaining.

[kimbacaffeinate]

Ella Morgan is a rare music talent and when a dust bunny pleads for her aid, she manages to help the furry fuzz ball but it also exposes her secret to Rafe Coppersmith. He claims he will keep her secret, asks her out for coffee and then never shows....

Months later Rafe shows up in her offices to hire her. He needs her very special talent to clear some catacombs known as Wonderland, on Rainshadow Island. They are trying to mine these catacombs but they have been overrun with dinosaurs. Yep, I said it dinosaurs! Ella has a secret, one that has left her with a string of unsuccessful dates. She is a rare-talent, a Siren who can sing men to their death. Men usually run from her, but Rafe has secrets too. Intrigued by the job and if she is honest the man himself she accepts the job. Soon the two are thrust into danger as someone or something wants them.

Castle provided a suspenseful tale that kept me curious and opened the door to more adventures with hints of a secret city. The action was intense and our couple found themselves trying to escape capture. The clues, villains and betrayals were well crafted as we learned about two groups. One wants to stop alien-technology and the other wants to possess and control it. I loved that Ella was a Siren and her talents were interesting. We met a new adorable dust bunny named Lorelei who has an affinity for donuts. Siren’s Call is heavy on the suspense/mystery aspect but the romance weaved throughout was delightful. We get banter, see growth and enjoy a few lightly detailed moments with the couple. It was fun seeing them share their secrets and trust each other.

Copy provided by publisher. This review was originally posted on Caffeinated Book Reviewer