Untouchable Lover
A Warriors of Lemuria Novel, Book 1
Book 1 in a complete series and 2017 RONE award finalist! Forbidden love or a challenge in disguise? King Noeh has a problem… His temperamental goddess gave him an ultimatum—bond to a female shifter or lose his throne. However, finding a mate is easier said than done, especially for a king. While Noah has no lack of acceptable female suitors, none of them make his pulse race like the woman he rescued from enemy captors. He’s mesmerized… …and in serious trouble. She may very well be his fated mate… But she is completely off limits. And definitely not what the goddess had in mind. With the kingdom in the midst of a war against a formidable enemy, how can he choose between love and his duty to his people? You'll adore this paranormal romance because everyone loves a story of star-crossed lovers fighting for their happily ever after. Check out the teaser and the blogger reviews below...
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Here's a little teaser for you...
“You escaped. Perhaps I should put you in the dungeon.” Noeh’s voice was low and threatening.
The resulting shiver that skated across Mellissa’s arms wasn’t from fear. “I’ll just pick my way out of there, too.”
“Don’t bet on it.”
She stilled as he approached, and without thought, squeezed the wet rag in her hand. Water dripped onto the exam table. The stone was slightly concave, and the moisture ran into a small groove down the center.
He placed his palms on the surface of the table and leaned in. Up close and personal, he invaded her space as if he had every right.
“I don’t usually have trouble with disobedience, but you…” His eyes glowed, gold flecks mixing with the blue.
She met his gaze and didn’t flinch. “I think you like the challenge.”
The skin around his eyes creased as a smile broke across his face. “You might be right about that.”
His actions were contradictory to who he was. As king, he needed to find himself a queen, one from his own race. Yet, here he was, alone with her.
He walked around the exam table and approached her from behind, closing the distance between them. “Nice, very nice.”
As she continued to scrub the table, his warm breath tickled her nape, sending shivers of desire down her spine. He placed his palm over the back of her hand. Heat, hot and intense, flared between them.
She gasped, and a shiver of pure need raced along their connection.
He chuckled. The sound reverberated through his chest and flowed deep into her heart. He moved their hands together over the surface of the stone, and they polished the table together.
“Like this?” he asked as he leaned over her back. The brush of their bodies burned like fire.
“Yes,” she whispered.
“You escaped. Perhaps I should put you in the dungeon.” Noeh’s voice was low and threatening.
The resulting shiver that skated across Mellissa’s arms wasn’t from fear. “I’ll just pick my way out of there, too.”
“Don’t bet on it.”
She stilled as he approached, and without thought, squeezed the wet rag in her hand. Water dripped onto the exam table. The stone was slightly concave, and the moisture ran into a small groove down the center.
He placed his palms on the surface of the table and leaned in. Up close and personal, he invaded her space as if he had every right.
“I don’t usually have trouble with disobedience, but you…” His eyes glowed, gold flecks mixing with the blue.
She met his gaze and didn’t flinch. “I think you like the challenge.”
The skin around his eyes creased as a smile broke across his face. “You might be right about that.”
His actions were contradictory to who he was. As king, he needed to find himself a queen, one from his own race. Yet, here he was, alone with her.
He walked around the exam table and approached her from behind, closing the distance between them. “Nice, very nice.”
As she continued to scrub the table, his warm breath tickled her nape, sending shivers of desire down her spine. He placed his palm over the back of her hand. Heat, hot and intense, flared between them.
She gasped, and a shiver of pure need raced along their connection.
He chuckled. The sound reverberated through his chest and flowed deep into her heart. He moved their hands together over the surface of the stone, and they polished the table together.
“Like this?” he asked as he leaned over her back. The brush of their bodies burned like fire.
“Yes,” she whispered.
Reviews:
5 Stars "Crowned Heart" - by Lynn-Alexandria McKendrick on InD'Tale Magazine:
It is no small feat to find a book that keeps a reader hooked, with description so vivid the reader can close their eyes and actually see the world created, going through the journey with the characters like a personal movie. That’s exactly what Rosalie Redd has done! She has created characters that are so likable and created a world so vivid and real that the book comes to life. Noeh is the ideal Alpha male who is strong but at the same time has a sensitive side that readers will love. Melissa is written in such a way that it’s easy to feel sympathy for her and cheer when she begins to get better and develop feelings for Noeh. Considering how well this book was written, if the rest of the books in the series are as good then this series will be fantastic! - See more at InD'Tale Magazine
5 Stars - "Top Pick" by LiaL on The Romance Reviews:
The author does an excellent job of creating this world and its characters and getting the reader invested in the premise. There is an interesting mix of characters that will appeal to those who enjoy stories featuring shifters, vampires and mages. Noeh and Melissa earn the loyalty of the reader from the beginning based on their tragic pasts and their strength of character in the face of much pain. Their relationship balances them and gives them the strength to continue the fight for the people of Earth. It is a very strong start to what I hope will be a series. - See more at: The Romance Reviews
5 Stars - by Nik on Romance Authors that Rock:
I gave this book 5 fangs. It was very well written, started off a little slow with the explanation but once you got past that there was wonderful action. It reminded me a bit of the black dagger brotherhood in the sense that the Gossum make me think of Ward’s lessers and the warriors fighting them are an ever dwindling number. I loved that melissa and noeh didnt just fall together and that was that, I loved her defiant I can take care of myself attitude. This is definitely a book that I will reread and I am looking forward to seeing what happens next in the lemurian battle for earth. - See more at: Romance Authors that Rock
4.5 Stars - "Top Pick" by Deidre on Night Owl Reviews:
Rosalie Redd begins a fascinating series with this first book in the Worlds of Lemuria: Earth Colony series. The book is a fast paced and enjoyable read. The characters are well developed, the plot flowed well and the pages sizzled between the main characters as they became more intimate. I did not want to stop reading it once I started and the only bad thing I can say about the book is that it ended. I am looking forward to reading more from this author in this series. Unforgettable Lover is up next for me I can't wait to begin reading it. - See more at Night Owl Reviews
4.5 Stars - by Angel on Fanatical Paranormal Romantical:
This is a great series. The first four books are available now. The story does carry from one book to another and I don’t recommend reading these as stand-alones. There is a lot of action and just enough romance to keep interest. The paranormal aspect is perfect, but it may get a little confusing, since this series takes place in several different locations. I can’t wait to read book five and see what the future holds for these characters. I’m particularly partial to one character, but I won’t give the name, so readers can chose their favorite. - See more at Fanatical Paranormal Romantical
5 Stars - Ana on Read Our Thoughts Book Blog:
I loved this story, what a deep, suspenseful and overwhelming series this is going to be. So much action and suspense not only with the clash between the two sides, but also between Melissa and Noeh, this story had me enthralled from the very beginning to the end. There were moments when I even cried, great story! - See more at Read Our Thoughts Book Blog
4 Stars - by Merissa on Archaeolibrarian:
This is a fast-paced book, with a well written history, and a smooth plot that is just the right speed. With plenty of characters and species to get your teeth into, there is a wonderful story-line being fulfilled. With no editing or grammatical errors to disrupt the reading flow, I would definitely recommend this book. An excellent start to the series. Archaeolibrarian
5 Stars - Marie on Marie's Tempting Reads:
HOW HAVE I NOT FOUND THESE GLORIOUS BOOKS SOONER?? Seriously, Untouchable Lover was PERFECT! The amazing worlds, the gods, the different types of paranormals was all so stunning and descriptive. I could picture everything so clearly, like I was standing there witnessing it all face to face. I absolutely ADORED King Noeh! He is strong, protective, caring, surprisingly gentle and the way he was with Melissa left my heart clenching and my entire being just lite right up with happiness! I LOOOVE a strong, sexy, caring alpha and we get JUST that with King Noeh. And Melissa she is strong but kind, compassionate but tough, and bold but caring and she just matched Noeh's inner strength to perfection. OMG I want to hold Untouchable Lover close to my heart forever and ever!
Rosalie Redd writes some sizzling, passion filled romance that leaves my heart flying with pure joy. Her characters are brilliant, fun, full of life and the sex is bold and sexy and the romance...SIGH WORTHY FOR SURE. Untouchable Lover is completely fresh and oh so sexy and one of a kind and I can't WAIT to read the next one!
Untouchable Lover gets a SINFULLY SEDUCTIVE FIVE SHOOTING STARS! Its breathtaking and beautiful and the Warriors of Lemuria completely captured me heart and soul..ITS UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING! AN ABSOLUTE MUST READ! Maries Tempting Reads
5 Stars "Crowned Heart" - by Lynn-Alexandria McKendrick on InD'Tale Magazine:
It is no small feat to find a book that keeps a reader hooked, with description so vivid the reader can close their eyes and actually see the world created, going through the journey with the characters like a personal movie. That’s exactly what Rosalie Redd has done! She has created characters that are so likable and created a world so vivid and real that the book comes to life. Noeh is the ideal Alpha male who is strong but at the same time has a sensitive side that readers will love. Melissa is written in such a way that it’s easy to feel sympathy for her and cheer when she begins to get better and develop feelings for Noeh. Considering how well this book was written, if the rest of the books in the series are as good then this series will be fantastic! - See more at InD'Tale Magazine
5 Stars - "Top Pick" by LiaL on The Romance Reviews:
The author does an excellent job of creating this world and its characters and getting the reader invested in the premise. There is an interesting mix of characters that will appeal to those who enjoy stories featuring shifters, vampires and mages. Noeh and Melissa earn the loyalty of the reader from the beginning based on their tragic pasts and their strength of character in the face of much pain. Their relationship balances them and gives them the strength to continue the fight for the people of Earth. It is a very strong start to what I hope will be a series. - See more at: The Romance Reviews
5 Stars - by Nik on Romance Authors that Rock:
I gave this book 5 fangs. It was very well written, started off a little slow with the explanation but once you got past that there was wonderful action. It reminded me a bit of the black dagger brotherhood in the sense that the Gossum make me think of Ward’s lessers and the warriors fighting them are an ever dwindling number. I loved that melissa and noeh didnt just fall together and that was that, I loved her defiant I can take care of myself attitude. This is definitely a book that I will reread and I am looking forward to seeing what happens next in the lemurian battle for earth. - See more at: Romance Authors that Rock
4.5 Stars - "Top Pick" by Deidre on Night Owl Reviews:
Rosalie Redd begins a fascinating series with this first book in the Worlds of Lemuria: Earth Colony series. The book is a fast paced and enjoyable read. The characters are well developed, the plot flowed well and the pages sizzled between the main characters as they became more intimate. I did not want to stop reading it once I started and the only bad thing I can say about the book is that it ended. I am looking forward to reading more from this author in this series. Unforgettable Lover is up next for me I can't wait to begin reading it. - See more at Night Owl Reviews
4.5 Stars - by Angel on Fanatical Paranormal Romantical:
This is a great series. The first four books are available now. The story does carry from one book to another and I don’t recommend reading these as stand-alones. There is a lot of action and just enough romance to keep interest. The paranormal aspect is perfect, but it may get a little confusing, since this series takes place in several different locations. I can’t wait to read book five and see what the future holds for these characters. I’m particularly partial to one character, but I won’t give the name, so readers can chose their favorite. - See more at Fanatical Paranormal Romantical
5 Stars - Ana on Read Our Thoughts Book Blog:
I loved this story, what a deep, suspenseful and overwhelming series this is going to be. So much action and suspense not only with the clash between the two sides, but also between Melissa and Noeh, this story had me enthralled from the very beginning to the end. There were moments when I even cried, great story! - See more at Read Our Thoughts Book Blog
4 Stars - by Merissa on Archaeolibrarian:
This is a fast-paced book, with a well written history, and a smooth plot that is just the right speed. With plenty of characters and species to get your teeth into, there is a wonderful story-line being fulfilled. With no editing or grammatical errors to disrupt the reading flow, I would definitely recommend this book. An excellent start to the series. Archaeolibrarian
5 Stars - Marie on Marie's Tempting Reads:
HOW HAVE I NOT FOUND THESE GLORIOUS BOOKS SOONER?? Seriously, Untouchable Lover was PERFECT! The amazing worlds, the gods, the different types of paranormals was all so stunning and descriptive. I could picture everything so clearly, like I was standing there witnessing it all face to face. I absolutely ADORED King Noeh! He is strong, protective, caring, surprisingly gentle and the way he was with Melissa left my heart clenching and my entire being just lite right up with happiness! I LOOOVE a strong, sexy, caring alpha and we get JUST that with King Noeh. And Melissa she is strong but kind, compassionate but tough, and bold but caring and she just matched Noeh's inner strength to perfection. OMG I want to hold Untouchable Lover close to my heart forever and ever!
Rosalie Redd writes some sizzling, passion filled romance that leaves my heart flying with pure joy. Her characters are brilliant, fun, full of life and the sex is bold and sexy and the romance...SIGH WORTHY FOR SURE. Untouchable Lover is completely fresh and oh so sexy and one of a kind and I can't WAIT to read the next one!
Untouchable Lover gets a SINFULLY SEDUCTIVE FIVE SHOOTING STARS! Its breathtaking and beautiful and the Warriors of Lemuria completely captured me heart and soul..ITS UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING! AN ABSOLUTE MUST READ! Maries Tempting Reads