Hear Me

Dark Sides, #2

by

Lynn Crandall

Well-crafted world, much like our own, overlaid with a unique paranormal layer.

Hear Me is the second book in author Lynn Crandall’s unique urban fantasy series, Dark Sides, and is an intriguing story of light vs. dark and good vs. evil as modern-day descendants of the people of Atlantis strive to save this world from those who’ve chosen the Dark Side. With its suspenseful story, atmospheric setting, engaging characters, and tantalizing romance, the story had my attention from start to finish. While it can be read as a standalone, I recommend reading the previous book in the series first to experience the full impact of these satisfying stories. 

The Aeons of Auralia team up and coordinate their efforts to understand the goals of the Dark Aspects and to influence the choices these minions of the Dark Side make, especially Diane Butler, a particularly persistent foe and one of their own. Each of the remaining Aeons has an unusual ability or gift that they discovered when they were children and use for the good of all. The creepy Dark Aspects seemingly appear out of nowhere, adding to the suspenseful nature of the story. However, a unique element of the story was the ability of the Aeons to project their inner love and light to those lacking in goodness, such as the Dark Aspects, and I enjoyed their various reactions when they were impacted. 

This book focuses on the relationship between the couple, Ainsley and Keegan. They are both conflicted individuals who have known each other since childhood. As they’ve matured, so have their feelings for each other, but both have reasons for holding off from acting on them. The push-pull of their desires was a tantalizing one, keeping me wondering if they’d finally come to realize they would be better together. 

I recommend HEAR ME to readers of romantic urban fantasies. 

I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving an Advance Review Copy from the author through Goddess Fish Promotions Book Tours.