RED HOT DRAGON (Dragon Heat #2) by Lolita Lopez-a review
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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date October 1, 2013
Griffin Cadogan is shocked to see Avani Monroe, sworn enemy of his dragon family, walk into his gym. With his mating phase soon approaching, Griffin is curious as to why she has to come enemy territory knowing the risks. Not only does she surprise Griffin and his cousin, Mad, by coming to enemy territory, but what she wants is borderline insane-Griffin must help her have a baby.
After her mother’s line was annihilated by the Knights, Avani accepted her duty to ensure the continuation of their unique dragon breed. She’s searched the dragon registries and Griffin is the most likely candidate for her crazy plan. Working up the courage to approach a man who considers her an enemy wasn’t easy but she manages to calmly lay out her carefully orchestrated plan.
But Griffin isn’t about to agree to her harsh terms. If she wants him to father her child, he intends to play an active role in his offspring’s life, not simply walk away as she requires. Shocked by her instant attraction to him, she agrees to his terms. Once together, they realize their connection is about more than creating a child, but that happiness is short-lived when Mad suddenly disappears. Knowing the dragon slayers are behind it, Griffin must risk it all to save the ones he loves.
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REVIEW: RED HOT DRAGON is the second storyline in Lolita Lopez’s Dragon Heat paranormal dragon shifter novella series. This is Griff and Avani’s story and once again our dragons are entering their mating phase which places them in danger of discovery by the Knights who have sworn to destroy all dragons.
The storyline focuses on Avani’s need to mate. As the only surviving dragon of her kind, it is imperative that Avani continue the line and there is only one dragon of which she knows that is in his mating heat at the same time. Enter Griffin Cadogan who wants nothing to do with mating, raising a child or propagating the species but to his surprise his internal dragon wants only one thing-to mate with Avani Monroe.
The world building is limited due to the length of the novella, but the reader is pulled into a storyline where the history of a blood feud between Avani’s line and the other dragons has place Avani in a precarious position. She is in possession of something the other dragons want.
There is also a secondary storyline building as Griffin’s best friend and fellow dragon goes missing following a series of prophetic dreams and nightmares. As the other dragons must deal with the attack against Griffin and Avani, they are all in danger when one of their own goes missing.
The sexual heat is high as the mating phase pulls our couple towards one another. There is no denying that their inner dragons want nothing more than to mate, but it is the human side that sees a future when the mating phase is complete.
If you like a story with strong alpha males, dragon shifters and protective alpha mates, than Dragon Heat is the perfect series. These are fast paced, short storylines that can be read in one sitting.
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Reviewed by Sandy
Great review Sandy . Sounds like a Hot, Fun read . And who doesn’t love a dragon shifter. Nummy
Thanks Lori. I love dragon storylines. If you ever get a chance to read G.A.Aikens Dragon Kin series-absolutely fantastic and soooo much humor.
OMG LOVE love G.A. Akins Dragon Kin , My only wish is more reads please like 3 a year would just rock.
Love those awesome tattoos. Great review, Sandy. I enjoy Dragons and novella’s is also fun and quick.
Thanks Amy. Always have time for a novella!
Great review, Sandy. The premise looks good, and a quick read in one sitting is perfect when you’ve just finished a book, and just want something different before you start the next.
Thanks Barb and yes, there is always time for a novella before bed.
Great review Sandy… sometimes a quick read is all a person has time for, other times it can be used to change the mood another book can get you into.
Thanks Mary Ann. I agree. I can always throw in a novella in between bigger books.
I dig the storyline!!! And I remember the introductory novel (her name is catchy!). I’m in complete agreement over the joy of a novella! Especially in between the headier series we adore.
Great job, Sandy!
Thanks Carmen. I sometimes look for the novellas first. There are days where the bigger books just don’t or want to grab my attention.
I am beginning to like novellas I will pick this one up Sandy. Great review.
Thanks Fran. Novellas are always welcome!
Wonderful review Sandy. I have always loved the dragon shifters. Thanks.
Thanks Sassy–me toooooo!!!
Nicely done Sandy. I know how u love your dragon books, And wouldn’t steer us wrong. I do enjoy a good dragon shifter book myself
Thanks Marcie and you are correct. I love a great dragon storyline.
Sounds like a really sexy novel. Thanks Sandy for the review.
Very nice review, Sandy. Love the cover.
Great review-who doesn’t like a dragon shifter?