SIMOLIF - Linda Mooney

Runner’s Moon, Book 3

Whiskey Creek Press Torrid - www.whiskeycreekpresstorrid.com

ISBN: 978-1-60313-322-7

April 2008

Erotic Sci-Fi Romance   

Heat Rating: Sensual    

Templeton and Tumbril Harbor, near the eastern seaboard, United States - Present day

Nearly seven years ago Simolif and thirty other aliens landed on Earth. Seeking a safe place to hide from the Arra, an alien race that nearly destroyed their own, they also hope to find the most important thing, or rather, person, a Ruinos can meet, their blood mate. Simolif’s brother and adopted sister have already met theirs, and now it appears as if Simolif has found his. It isn’t until he goes to the local college for a job that he meets her, a professor named Sarah. Finding out she already believes in aliens and is intent on exposing them, puts a whole different light on the situation though.

Professor Sarah Drumman is working hard to secure her place at the Templeton branch of Northern State University. The presentation she’s working on will hopefully gain her tenure, as well as prove that aliens have been landing on Earth. It may sound far-fetched, but Sarah is convinced her research will make the case. Then she meets Simolif “Simon” Morr, and suddenly there’s more to life than work.

You’d think falling in love with someone who already believes in aliens would make it easier for Simolif to reveal himself to Sarah, but it really doesn’t, because there’s not just the whole green and scaly thing, there’s the whole evil Arra still looking to recapture the Ruinos thing. Will Sarah accept Simolif for who he really is, or will she walk away?

Sarah is convinced she’s a plain Jane and would be lucky to ever find someone to marry who’s acceptable, let alone the love of her life. And having that someone be like Simolif? Drop dead gorgeous, sweet and romantic, well, that’s just too much to hope for, in fact, it’s almost unbelievable. Simolif, on the other hand, sees Sarah the way she really is, beautiful, brave and smart, the perfect mate. The Ruinos have always valued family above all else, and there’s no doubt in his mind that Sarah is his family. The passion that springs to life between the two and the connection that binds them together is undeniable, but can it survive the Arra?

If you’re familiar with the Runner’s Moon series, you’re sure to recognize Jeb (Simolif’s brother) and his mate Hannah from JEBARAL (August 2007) as well as Roni (Simolif’s adopted sister) and her mate Thom from TIRON (December 2007). Both couples are happy to welcome Sarah into the family and are thrilled that Simolif has found his mate. Having also made a previous appearance in the series is Sheriff Klotsky, one of the few humans who knows the truth about the Ruinos. All of these secondary characters are integral to the story.

Though this book can be enjoyed even if you haven’t read the first two books in the series, you’re sure to like it even more if you have. Linda Mooney has once again created a story filled with love, passion and danger. Don’t miss the third thrilling installment in the Runner’s Moon series, SIMOLIF.

Lori Ann