Review: Edge of Sight by Roxanne St. Claire
December 2, 2010 
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- Edge of Sight by Roxanne St. Claire
- Mass Market Paperback, 376 pages
- Published November 1st 2010 by Forever
- Genre: Romantic Suspense
- Source: Publisher
Amy and Tracy are chatting about Edge of Sight by Roxanne St. Clarie today.
Amy: So, Tracy. I read the first two chapters of Edge of Sight before knowing about the prequel (available for free at Roxanne St. Claire’s website). Then found out about it and read it. I recommend that everyone read it before starting Edge, don’t you? The prequel gave a lot of information as to the individuality of the characters and how their relationship began.
Tracy: I completely agree and appreciate you telling me about the prequel before I started. The novella gives a great introduction to Sam and Zach’s initial short, but passionate relationship. It was interesting to see how they both changed as individuals while they were separated for three years. I liked that Sam was a smart woman who didn’t play the helpless damsel in distress, but sought help and put her safety above her reluctance to be close to Zach again.
Amy: Yes, and while her feelings were still intense for Zach, she was cautious and did not immediately act on them even though she was dying to jump his bones!
Tracy: Well Zach did have that ex-military, protective alpha male thing going on, so I’d probably want to jump him too. I also liked that Sam was cautious. However, it felt like their relationship turned on a dime. One minute they were uncertain of one another and the next Zach bares his soul, all is forgiven and clothes hit the floor.
Amy: And once the clothes hit the floor, there were no inhibitions from either one. They were definitely hungry……….for each other!
Tracy: Yes, the passion was definitely there. Roxanne St. Claire also added a good dose of suspense. The journey to find who was after Sam kept me engaged throughout the book. And I don’t know about you, but I was surprised by the identity of the killer.
Amy: Totally surprised! Not knowing who she/he was kept the suspense on the front burner of the story. I also liked that Zach teamed up with his former military cousins to execute some clever strategies to identify the murderer and protect Sam.
Tracy: I always love stories that show a family banding together to support one another. This was particularly true in Edge of Sight as you saw siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles pitching in their expertise to help keep Sam safe.
Amy: Yes, and an Italian family to beat! I’m talking manicotti and ziti galore! And homemade vino made by Uncle Nino!!
This was my first read of Roxanne St. Claire, however her writing style has definitely “hooked” me and I am excited to continue this series. Ms. Claire defines a well rounded set of characters with an exceptional whodunit plot combined with steaming hot love scenes. I mean, the “self-pleasuring” scene alone had me drooling for more!
Tracy: Ditto on all counts!! I definitely fanned myself a few times reading.
I’d wanted to read some of her work, but was hesitant to start the Bullet Catcher series which already has 10 books. And while Bullet Catchers was mentioned, it didn’t play a significant role in the current series. However, after getting a taste for Ms. St. Claire’s writing, I’m sure I’ll work the Bullet Catchers into my to-read shelf along with the upcoming Guardian Angelinos books.
Favorite Quote:
Amy:
“I won’t lie and tell you I knew I loved you when I got on that plane to Kuwait.” Her eyes, even lit by the candles, showed he’d mad a direct hit. “But I think I did by the time I landed.” She lifted her fork, then set it down again. “That must have been some flight.”
Tracy:
“He tried to speak but nothing came out of his mouth, and his throat was so tight, he knew all he was good for was a sob. He pulled her up to him so they were kneeling face-to-face and this time he took her face in his hands and kissed her. He kissed her as gently as he could, trying to use his mouth against hers to say all the words she deserved to hear. Appreciation. Adoration. Affection. Love.”
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This one sounds so good! I like this review format too!
Loved this post.
I agree about the prequel. I really enjoyed the banter between these two. It was sexy/hot. When I read the book it made it all the more sad that they were separated. This was my first book by Roxanne so now I have a nice backlist to get through while I wait for the next one.
This is one of my top faves of 2010.
I have been on a ‘romantic suspense’ kick recently. This books sounds like it will fit the bill. Nice discussion ladies! I’m definitely adding this one to my TBR list.
And thanks for the tip about the prequel!
Fab review. I loved this book and will def check out the next one.
BV–I love Romantic suspense. If you’re going to be on a kick, RS is a good one LOL.
Tori–I know I really want to read this one. I’ve read some really favorable reviews.
Nice way to review it
I do want some more romantic suspense in my life
I love romantic suspense but it’s got to have a good balance of both to keep me reading a series! Edge of Sight definitely had it and I’m looking forward to the next two books!