Veiled Truth

I love Viv Anna's Valorian Chronicles to pieces, and of the three books so far, this one is the best overall. The series has matured in terms of quality of writing: there's fewer instances of awkwardly chosen words and the world-building has continued to develop incredibly, so that we get an even better sense of the political and social web that makes up Necropolis and which governs the lives of its paranormal denizens. The scenes in Mistress Jannali's mansion made me think a lot of a setting in World of Darkness's Vampire: The Masquerade roleplaying games, and I'd like to see more scenes like it in future books! From the moment she first appeared in the series, I was curious about Lyra Magice, one of the supporting characters so far, and it was great to get to know her better. I love the way that she and Theron, the dhampir hero of the story, dance around their deep affection for each other and how their two very strong personalities bounce off each other. It's like seeing two strong-minded romantic in a late nineteenth-century operetta verbally sparring with each other in a bid to try and keep each other at arms length. But the power of love conquers their inhibitions toward each other, and it is this love that helps them stay strong as they work to help Necropolis's CSI solve the string of strange murders that have claimed the lives of several young women who bear a strong resemblance to Lyra.

I loved this book. The series is great. It is a book and series to get.

A RARE FIND!(at least for me) Imagine an author who actually moves forward with the plot, unencumbered by useless verbage, develops each character intelligently and maintains an interest level throughout the entire book! I must admit that I have never read Vivi Anna before this, but I will surely remedy that situation. The purchase of this book was hastily done in an airport without any thought on my part and by the time I had reached my destination I was 'hooked'. To summarize the action: Five years ago, virginal Lyra Magice had fled powerful dhampir Theron LeNoir's advances. But now an ancient text he possesses holds the key to solving murders that have plagued Lyra's home town. Lyra works for Caine Valorian, a vampire, who is director of an otherworld forensic crime solving unit. He orders Lyra to work with Theron (against her will) but that soon changes. And so the story goes on in a fast paced manner and to the exciting ending. In my long and vast reading experience to discover an author that I enjoy is a refreshing experience. If you too are not familiar with her, and you enjoy the paranormal etc. go for it!

Can the killings be stopped? Lyra Magice is determined to have the grimoire, no matter what Theron LeNoir says! After all, she recognizes the symbols in it from a recent spate of murders in Necropolis and San Antonio. Surely the grimoire is the key to solving the motive behind the murders. Soon, Lyra finds herself forced into working closely with Theron but will she find herself in the role of potential victim? Just who is behind these murders? Vivi Anna never disappoints as her books are always a must-read-immediately for me. VEILED TRUTH is yet another fantastic story in The Valorian Chronicles! Readers already familiar with the series will be as thrilled as I am to see Lyra get her own book. Who hasn't wanted to read about this magical witch who talks to her grandmother's spirit? Lyra has long been a character I've loved and Vivi Anna outdid herself with VEILED TRUTH! Lyra is exactly the sort of heroine who captivates the reader. She is funny, intelligent, and determined to seek the truth. Theron is an interesting hero for her as he has a dark side, one he's reluctant to share with Lyra. The sparks fly between these two characters! VEILED TRUTH can easily be read as a stand alone. However, I can't imagine anyone wanting to read just one book in The Valorian Chronicles as frankly this series just rocks! Vivi Anna perfectly meshes a phenomenal paranormal story with her signature heat to create one spectacular book in VEILED TRUTH. Highly recommended! COURTESY OF CK2S KWIPS AND KRITIQUES

Vivi Anna is so talented and she just gets better and better! The first book is an adventure read, the second makes you tingle and this one's just great, it's hard to put down. Find out who's responsible for the crime in all the other books with this one. Blood Secrets (Silhouette Nocturne)Dark Lies (Silhouette Nocturne)