I have to say I have never been as happy to read a fantasy romance before this one. I grabbed this one on a lark because of the unique synopsis. I had high hopes it would be a deep romance and not a wild family rom-com and I was right!
For a unique and special story, check out my thoughts below.
Lightning in Her Hands by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland
Publisher: Berkley (October 15, 2024)
ISBN-13: 978-0593548592
Synopsis:
Teal Flores is desperate for two things—control over her gift of weather, and a date to her ex’s wedding. The first isn’t possible until she finds her long-lost mother, but the second has a very handsome last-ditch solution: Carter Velasquez.
Carter needs Teal too. His chance at receiving an inheritance is dependent on him being married by age thirty (blame his traditional Cuban grandmother), so who better to pose as his wife than Teal? But fake marriage and cohabitation prove tricky when mutual attraction charges the atmosphere—quite literally for Teal, whose volatile emotions cause lightning strikes.
Together, Teal and Carter embark on a quest to find her mother and the answers she’s searching for. But along the way, they’ll discover something even better: a love that can weather any storm.
Lightning in Her Hands by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland Review
This one hits all of the feels with its blend of second chance, friends to lovers, and fake marriage tropes going on. Then add in the witchy wiles and it becomes a wonderful romance that is witty, spicy, and a bit wild too!
There are so many things to love about this book. For me, much of it was that the main character and her sisters all have very unique gifts. Another thing I love is that while the sisters are together quite a bit, this story focuses more on the relationship between Teal and Carter. Thank goodness! There have been many similar books I have read that put most of the conversations and focus on family stuff and the romance is secondary.
The author is gifted at spinning a tale that is believable yet offers the fantasy aspects we are looking for. The plot is unique and interesting. It is a tough story to put down because Gilliland writes in such an addictive manner.
I love the connection between the two main characters. We get all of the spice and heat, plus the added bonus they were besties in the past which means a special bond and connection.
Lightning in Her Hands is a great choice for a trope-filled romance with a fantasy and paranormal romance twist.
4 STARS!!
Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.
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