Caressed By Ice (Psy-Changelings, Book 3)

The Psy- Changeling Series: Slave to Sensation Visions of Heat Caressed by Ice If you haven't read this series before, definitely start from the beginning. The background of the species is important for understanding the trials each character faces. The human species and changeling species (half human/ half beast) are pretty self- explanatory. However the Psy species is a creation of Nalini Singh's alone. You'll want to read the first book to get all of the character background. You'll want to read the second book because it is just so darn GOOD! This third book will make your heart break in hope for an impossible bond between two people who love each other deeply. Caressed by Ice: Brenna is a wolf changeling in the SnowDancer Pack. Her life was turned upside down when she was abducted and tortured by a member of the Psy Council. She has lost both control of her thoughts and her ability to change into wolf form. Worst of all, she has lost her freedom. Her two very protective brothers keep her locked in the wolf den where they know she can't be hurt again. Judd is a former Arrow soldier of the Psy. The Arrows are so notorious for their strength and power, many believe they are only a myth. Judd's powers are so great, the Psy put blocking programs in his brain to control his abilities and to prevent him from accidentally causing death through telekinesis. These blocks cause severe brain pain and hemmoraging if he allows himself to experience emotion or physical contact with other people. Judd's family has been marked for death by the Psy Council. Because of his position as an Arrow, the Council offers to hide his bloodlines and allow him to continue his life when his family is killed. Judd has lived his life as a cold Psy, but finds he can't watch his family die. At risk of his own life, he takes his family into SnowDancer territory. The alpha SnowDancer wolf is known for kindness towards children. Judd expects to be killed by the wolves on site, but believes they will save his niece and nephew. It is a sacrifice he willing to make. Brenna isn't sure what it is about the ice cold Psy, but something about Judd touches her heart. She is willing to do whatever it takes to teach him that he is capable of feeling love, then win his affection for herself. Judd can't deny that his shields against emotion are getting weaker where Brenna is concerned. He decides that no matter what the cost, Brenna is his. His brain is slowly losing the battle against the blocking programs, growing from sharp pains to hemmoraging through his ears and nose every time Brenna touches him. He knows his only hope is to break the programming before it kills him. During his time with the SnowDancer pack, Judd learns just how extraordinary his gifts are. His powers can move people and objects, destroy his enemies bodies and minds, read their thoughts, and even perform miraculous healing. His gifts have caused the SnowDancers to accept him a

Judd Lauren is an Arrow, a Psy specially trained to be an enforcer of the rules of Silence on other Psy. He's seen too much and done too much in the name of the Council, only to be sentenced to the hell of rehabilitation along with his entire family. Instead of submitting to rehabilitation, he has taken his family and defected to join the Changelings. Brenna Kincaid is the only Changeling to have survived abduction and torture by a sociopathic Psy serial killer. Though she's recovered physically, she's been changed forever by what happened to her. Those changes go far deeper than the hacked off hair and eyes of brown shattered with ice blue. Now she seems to have gained Psy powers as well. Can the woman who grew up and thrived on emotion and touch, really reach the man who was trained to shun all emotion? I will admit that I am a rabid fan of Nalini Singh's Psy-Changeling series and recommend them to just about anyone I can corner long enough. Caressed by Ice is another incredible book in this series. Nalini mixes the passion and hunger of the Judd and Brenna with the societal expectations and complexities to come out with a story that made me devour it in a single sitting. I couldn't bear to put it down while so completely engaged and there wasn't a single spot in the story that I wasn't eagerly awaiting a new development. I'm completely in awe of Nalini's storytelling abilities and the fascinating world she has created. Now I can't wait for the next story to come out. I highly recommend Caressed by Ice to anyone who wants a rich, complex and often heart-wrenching story that culminates in a most powerful love. Maura reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed

Judd Lauren is a Psy, he is also an Arrow, one of the elite fighting forces of the Psy Council. He and his family now reside with the Snowdancer, Changling Clan. His family was ordered to be reeducated which means their minds would be destroyed. They escaped to the Wolf-Changling Clan thinking they would be killed but the children would live. However, the Snowdancers have accepted the whole family into their protection. The children are assimilating and learning to face and use their emotions. But Judd is still Psy and his mind is locked into the protocol of Silence. Any amount of emotion causes the pain of dissonance and can ultimately cause his death. Brenna Kincaid was tortured and her mind destroyed by a Psy. He abducted her and over a week tore through her mind and cut and hurt her body. When she was rescued she was in a coma, and Sasha a renegade E-Psy who is the mate of Lucas, leader of the Leopard Clan was the only one who could reach her. She is steadily drawn to Judd. She finds it hard to understand why since he is Psy, but he calls to her in every way. She is determined to reach his emotions and she knows, somehow, that he is not indifferent to her. Judd constantly pushes her away, but when he realizes someone is out to hurt her again all his walls start to crumble. Judd is a dangerous Psy not just to Brenna but to everyone. He is able to kill with a thought, only with the protocol of Silence is he able to control his emotions. Judd is able to use his abilities for the Clan and to protect those things important to him. Brenna is one of those things and someone is out to hurt her. The one thing Judd will not allow. The action is fast the plot involved, and the animosity between the Psy and Changling communities growing. I have loved each of the novels in this series. The world and our knowledge grow with each book. Along with the JR Ward series of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, these are my two favorite series at this time. I encourage you to start with A SLAVE TO SENSATION, then read VISIONS OF HEAT and finally this book. But you can read them in any order. Well worth the time and money.

Incredible! Caressed by Ice is the 3rd book in Nalini Singh's Psy-Changeling series. I was lucky enough to be chosen to post an early review and I have to say this book exceeded my high expectations. I thought the Psy-Changeling world couldn't get any better. . .Wow was I wrong! Anyone who doubts a Psy male can equal a changeling male in sexiness and alpha male yummy-ness be assured Judd, the elite Psy soldier, more than earns his own alpha male category! Judd's background story is finally revealed and his family members' back story is explored further. There is even a startling revelation about Hawke that really makes for an exciting development for that sexy wolf's future story. The connection and desire between Judd and Brenna is just scorching! I loved how Brenna wouldn't let Judd ignore what was between them and how even as Judd struggled to stay away, he always sought her out. Every scene with Judd and Brenna carried an intensity that has become a trademark for Singh's work. In actuality each character's interaction from Brenn's brothers and packmates to Judd's niece is just so poignant. The plot moves along fast as we find ourselves in a sort of quest by Brenn and Judd to figure out what her kidnapper (from Visions of Heat, 2nd book in series) has done to her mind. The political agenda of the Psy council is a continuing engrossing subplot, its like watching a chess game. This story delves further into the Councils underhanded dealings and the changelings counter moves. Singh pulls the reader into the story by creating a graphic world with gripping characters. I hate leaving Singh's world when I've finished her book but I look forward to my next visit! This book is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Caressed By Ice (The Psy-Changeling Series, Book 3)

Judd Lauren is a Psy Arrow, trained to kill. The Silence enforced by the Psy Council is all that reigns him in, and so he maintains that Silence, even after his defection from both the Council and the PsyNet. Brenna Kincaid, a changeling from the SnowDancer clan, threatens the Silence encasing his emotions, but Judd can't turn his back on Brenna. Brenna survived the ravages of one madman already, but now another is threatening the safety of her world. Will Judd be able to keep Brenna safe? CARESSED BY ICE is the third installment in what is proving to be a top notch series. Nalini Singh has crafted a fabulous world, populated with humans, the Psy, and an assortment of shapeshifters. CARESSED BY ICE can be read as a stand alone, but the intricate details of this complex world will be missed if one overlooks the two previous books. SLAVE TO SENSATION and VISIONS OF HEAT. Brenna had a difficult role in SLAVE TO SENSATION and it is very rewarding to see her healing so well in CARESSED BY ICE. Nalini Singh has solidified her spot as one of the leading authors in the genre with CARESSED BY ICE. I simply can't rave enough about this series! The flawless prose draws the reader into this compelling story. The power of love and physical touch is so aptly described and the visual images are nothing short of spellbinding. Nalini Singh perfectly captures the mythology of her world through the strength of her characters. One cannot help but love Judd, even as he struggles with his inner demons. CARESSED BY ICE is a must read for fans of the genre! Nalini Singh takes readers on a whirlwind thrill ride in which the power of emotions is fully conveyed. CARESSED BY ICE is a very satisfying and exceptionally well-written book that easily vaults Ms. Singh to the top. Don't miss out on CARESSED BY ICE as the journey is well worth every moment spent savoring this beautiful tale. COURTESY OF CK2S KWIPS AND KRITIQUES