:: Dragon's Heart
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Necessity demands some sacrifices.

Sydney Johnson is living a double life. No, make that a triple life.

The demand for answers forces the ex-policewoman/Private Investigator to seek a job undercover at Virtual Lexigen, a software design company. She hopes to find the link between the exorbitant amount of money Lexigen offered her brother for his computer gaming code and his suspicious death.

In an effort to learn the computer gaming business from the players' perspective, Sydney goes online as 'Skylar' and meets 'Kered', a generous gamer who offers to teach her to play Lexigen's top rated video game, Dragon's Heart. Online camaraderie between Skylar and Kered starts to get hot. When Kered asks to meet her, Sydney refuses, knowing her double life, as Sydney Jones, Virtual Lexigen's Assistant Art Director, won't allow her the freedom she needs in a face-to-face relationship.

But the heart has demands of its own.

Jake Trask has his own agenda for working at Lexigen. He needs to know why the owners of Lexigen won't take "no" for an answer when it comes to a computer code he helped write years ago. Working undercover as Jake Taylor, he needs all his wits about him to get close to the company owners. Going online as Kered, Jake discovers the hot and talented Skylar, a woman with as many layers as he himself has.

And now, Jake can't believe the irony when he discovers Lexigen's sexy new employee, Sydney Jones, is really his cyber Skylar-the woman who made him believe in relationships again. He goes after Sydney full-throttle, but as Jake Taylor, VP of Marketing for Virtual Lexigen, not Kered. He wants Sydney more than he imagined possible, almost as much as his quest for answers.

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Spotlight on the Hero

I'm an all-or-nothing kind of man. After losing several loved ones in my life, I swore off emotional attachments. Instead, I spend my time focusing on my job, and helping others when I can. Currently, I'm seeking answers to questions concerning a computer code I wrote in college that might now be in the wrong hands.

During my quest, I didn't expect you to pop up on my screen, to seduce me with your on-line charisma and spunky attitude. Even though I'd promised myself I'd never get close to another again, somehow being on-line with you didn't seem like getting close...until I was already hooked.

I formed a plan to convice you to meet me in person, but a chance face-to-face meeting pushed my time table up considerably. I'm going after you full-throttle. There's more to our connection then a cable modem, gorgeous, and I'm damn determined to prove it to you.

~ Jake Trask
Vice President of Marketing
Virtual Lexigen, Inc.

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Reviews

4.5 Rating

"...I highly recommend Dragon's Heart. The suspense elements are few and not very pronounced, but the characters are lovable and the storyline is well-developed. Sydney is capable and fearless in her line of work and needs no rescuing. Jake is a very special hero with a sense of humor who never gives up and when he goes dancing he is absolutely adorable."

                                                  ~Reviewed by Ina D for Mon-boudoir.de

Five Flames

"...From the suspense, the intrigue, the highly erotic love scenes to the computer techno-jargon, DRAGON'S HEART is pure enjoyment from start to finish.  Ms. Michelle has written a tale that is a one sitting read.  Once begun, it is impossible to stop until the last word is read, and then the reader has the urge to read Sydney and Jake's story all over again immediately.  I look forward to the story of Cameron, Jake's Bounty Hunter brother, who we are given a clue on his coming to town very soon.  This is one sequel I won't be missing!
 
DRAGON'S HEART wins the heart of readers and can be found on my keeper shelf.  I urge readers to find a copy and allow this author to show them an example of her writing talents as she writes everything from werewolves and vampires to Stetson wearing cowboys and business executives with ease, style and perfection. DRAGON'S HEART is another tale to add to one's Patrice Michelle library with no hesitation."

                                                             ~Reviewed by Tracey for Sizzling Romances



4 1/2 Hearts

"If unique situations in contemporary erotic romance interest you, then this is a book for you.  Patrice Michelle has managed to take computer gaming and make it an extremely sexy story line....

Will Sydney and Jake learn the value of trust before it is too late?  You have to read to see if love conquers all. Sparkling dialogue, vivid description and sexy characters will leave readers satisfied.  This is a truly enjoyable sensual adventure.  The chemistry between Sydney and Jake heat up the pages.  Computer gaming has never been this hot.  Dragon Heart is a sensual read that will not disappoint."

                                                          ~Reviewed by Cheryl for Love Romances

"...Patrice Michelle's Dragon's Heart is an engaging romantic contemporary suspense. Although the story centers mostly on the developing relationship between Sidney and Jake and the resulting fireworks (and what fireworks!) it has plenty of twists and turns to keep the suspense lover in all of us interested in the underlying mystery. As someone with first hand experience on the workings of online relationships (be they romantic or not) the way in which Ms. Michelle handled the subject was remarkably close to reality. Dragon's Heart is a well written book with equally well written and developed characters. This book belongs on my "keeper" shelf."

                                       ~Reviewed by Mireya Orsini for The Road to Romance


"...DRAGON'S HEART
is filled with intrigue, action, drama and passion. This is a read that, once you've picked it up, you are stuck with it, because you will not be able to put it down. Patrice Michelle is a wonderful storyteller who captivated me from the first line. My interest was kept up page after page, especially as the mystery grew. And, even though there were mysteries to be solved, Jake's desire for Sydney grew, raising the sensual tension in this book.

Whether you are reading vampires, cowboys, werewolves, or just plain business folk, Ms. Michelle will captivate you in any book you read of hers. Be sure to visit her website to see all the other treats she has in store for her fans at www.patricemichelle.net."

                                             ~Reviewed by Robin Taylor for In the Library Reviews


"...A compelling romantic suspense, DRAGON'S HEART is a one-sitting read. Although the climax of the mystery is glossed over (actually a refreshing change for the genre,not having an overly melodramatic confrontation), I really enjoyed this latest entry from Ms. Michelle. I'm guessing that there will be at least one or maybe two sequels to this story. Jake is a truly memorable hero, who learns that there's more to life than wheeling and dealing. With Sydney by his side, they can achieve anything they put their minds to do."

                                            ~Reviewed by Denise Powers for Sensual Romance


"...DRAGON'S HEART is full of action-adventure, comedy, suspense, romance, and lots and lots of sex! Sydney is a kick-ass heroine who is searching for her brother's murderer. She is attracted to both Jake and Kered but fights the attractions because of her "undercover" activities. Jake is smart, self-confident, and oh so sexy. He is enough to make every woman drool instantly! The temptation and sensual build up between these two characters was so hot that by the time they finally came together it was orgasmic! Ms. Michelle proves with every book why she is an auto-buy author for me. She writes with such descriptiveness that I constantly feel like I'm watching a movie instead of reading a book. Every action, smell, touch, and bit of dialogue produces a visual image. I absolutely recommend DRAGON'S HEART to everyone and believe that those who have found their own true love on-line will find this love story personally touching!

                                  ~Reviewed by Vikky Bertling for Just Erotic Romance Reviews


"...DRAGON'S HEART is fantastic; this romantic suspense book has all the substance I like in a contemporary story. Sydney is an independent woman who still has enough femininity to entice any full-blooded man. Jake is just as courageous as any alpha male, he knows what he wants and doesn't hesitate to go after it or Sydney. Their passionate love affair is intense and will leave you breathless. Readers who have a love for suspense and mystery will find this book to be very intriguing, and the sensual readers will find this story just as spicy and hot as all of Ms. Michelle's other books. All in all, I will be adding this story to my home library and you should too."

                                 ~Reviewed by Susan Holly for Just Erotic Romance Reviews



"...DRAGON'S HEART is an engaging tale of suspense and romance.  Jake and Sydney are well-written characters, and the heat between them is palpable.  Their sexual escapades, in and out of the office, will singe readers' fingers as they turn the pages.   A great way to while away the wintry nights, DRAGON'S HEART is not to be missed."
 
                               ~Reviewed by Kathy Samuels for Romance Reviews Today

 

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Blue Ribbon Rating: 5!

"...DRAGON'S HEART is a fabulous book with a touch of suspense and extremely sensual. I found myself totally and utterly immersed in the story. Jake is a wonderful character that you can not help; but love him. I really liked Sydney too, who tries so desperately hard to keep from giving in to Jake and her own desires, even though she knows he is the first man who has truly appealed to her and wants her.

DRAGON'S HEART by Patrice Michelle is her first venture into the world of suspense and a fantastic job she has done too. DRAGON'S HEART is a thoroughly engrossing and engaging tale that I will be reading again and again."

                                                 ~Reviewed by Gail Northman for Romance Junkies

Angels Rating: 5!

"...This reviewer absolutely loved this book for the fact that she was stupid enough to start it at midnight, and couldn't go to sleep until she had finished it. Ms. Michelle quickly draws you into Sydney and Jake's world. First three words that popped into this reviewer's head to describe the story were edgy, engaging and erotic. Jake is a man who won't give up and Sydney is a woman who won't give in. The sparks they strike off each other are electrifying. The background of video game development and a light overlay of international intrigue add spice to an already hot story. There is a tantalizing hint at the end of the story that this is not the last the reader will see of Jake and Sydney, and this reviewer is happily awaiting any future stories with them in it."

                                ~Reviewed by Lady Luck for Fallen Angel Reviews

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