Good Story Premise-Great characters! One of the HOTTEST of book covers too! Nice Man-flesh….grrrrrWhen a story makes me wanna smack the heroine………..I call it good writing! When the book has you drooling and breaking out the tissues over the poor Hero………..well, now it’s guaranteed my attention overnight even! I loved Gavin from page 1! The man was truly a “dark knight, in shining armor” as well as hopelessly and totally in love with Sophia. You have to hope his persistance will pay off, don’t ya?Tough catgory (I think it’s still hard sometimes to talk or think about civil war stories)and Keta does a fine job showing us some of the pain and shock it was -especially for the South to recover from.The general feel of neighbors growing up as friends and a time when families still subjected their children to “arranged” marriages was conveyed with a lot of emotion-page after page after page. Gavin’s “voice” was loud and clear from the start-loving Sophia since he was 13-and
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A great many thanks to Keta for writing such a damn good book!
I couldn’t wait after reading Decadent Deceptions that I had to run over to Ravenous Romance to buy Land of the Falling Stars after I quickly read the blurb! And wow, blow me away, it was knock your socks off, better chug some Dunkin Donuts French Vanilla Coffee (XL), cause baby…. it’s going to be an all-nighter…. again kind of book!
To say I loved this book is an understatement, so let me tell you a little about what I thought without (I hope), not giving away too many spoilers.
Sophia has been is the only one left, her brother and parents are killed in a fire during the Civil War just outside Fredericksburg, VA. Her heart longs for her betrothed and childhood friend Jesse who joined the south in their fight so long ago. Fighting to survive everyday for food and just another day on run down home of her childhood, she shoots a Yankee coming up the path to the house. Too far to see his face she fires her gun hopefully killing him. Or so she thought until she realizes it is Gavin, her other childhood friend and panic at possibly killing him sets in. Thus setting the wheels in motion for the turbulent months ahead that neither Sophia or Gavin could have seen coming. Gavin was only coming back to Sophia to tell her his terrible secret, Jesse isn’t coming home. Through an emotional scene at the beginning of the story which without reservation captured my heart and squeezed it, we learn of Jesse’s fate at the hands of his best friend Gavin. Knowing he must deliver the news and the last letter to Sophia, Gavin is startled when he wakes up in Sophia’s home being mended back to health. A man of honor and so torn between his deep love for Sophia and the disparate need to honor Jesse’s last wishes a friendship he can’t fight the need he has for her. The bone crushing, heart on fire, passionate yet carnal need he has to rip Sophia dress off and throw her down on the best, spread her legs and make her his kind of need. Oh yes, he wanted her, ever since she was 10 and he 13 Gavin knew he was in love with the feisty girl when he saved her life all those many years ago! Now that girl was a lucius woman, to bad she was promised and in love with his best friend. Or so he believed.
Sophia WAS feisty, strong-willed to have survived on her own (w/the help of two ex-slaves), but she too is having a hard time with her feelings (a.k.a., wanton thoughts, desire) for Gavin. How can this be! She loves Jesse! No longer able to hold back Gavin takes Sophia in one of many smokin hot sex scenes I must admit I couldn’t get enough of!
But hold on to your skirts because what happens next is the catalyst for my sleepless all-nighter! Sophia learns of Jesse’s death and not in the best way. Oh how is she going to ever forgive Gavin. So lost in his own self pitting thoughts sometimes, poor Gavin, all hope for a happy ending feels so far fetched as new danger arises. Or rather one that has been there for some time. The murderous father-son duo that not only wants Sophia but her land. Before the end Sophia will lose everything she holds dear to her heart, unless she can get past her own fears and let Gavin in. She takes him for an emotional ride, so much guilt and sense of duty he will have to give her more than just a little tough love if he wants to get past the walls she has built up. So much pain for Sophia, truly loved her spirit, although at times I wanted to pinch her into submission, oh why did she have to be so stubborn and toss away Gavin’s heart! Through circumstances beyond their control Gavin and Sophia must travel to Boston, only making it as far as Maryland, were ….. he leaves her. Yes, I said it, with a reluctant and heavy heart they part. Circumstances be damned! A love like theirs is once in a lifetime. What are they thinking!! Too stubborn those two!
The aphrodisiac is love, love with a heeping side of forgiveness and acceptance. Makes for one phenomenal read that will keep your heart pumping and the pages turning, not just from the delightfully sinful sex, oh no, the drama and suspense will carry you through till the end!
5 out of 5! Keta Diablo has done it again!
“Land of Falling Stars lured me in immediately with its lyrical title, and hot cover art. I was instantly captivated by the haunting love story of Gavin and Sophie. So much so I bought it on the spot.
And, I am very glad I did. Engaging, fully realized characters, with a passionate love story that is at once steamy and tender. Gavin won me over as a intense hero fighting against his demons, and Sophie as a heroine trying to reconcile her heart and the past. Complexly layered plot and conflicts added to this poignant tale of star crossed love. Keta Diablo has created a historical romance that manages to blend all these elements with a subtle maestro’s touch. I will definitely look forward to reading her work again very soon!”
~Chloe Waits’ Review
I love historical books that take place during the Civil War Era, this book did not disappoint me. This book contains steamy scenes and graphic language. The characters make this book.
Sophia, Gavin and Jesse have been friends since childhood. Jesse and Sophia have been pledged to marriage from birth. Gavin hides his deep love for Sophia. Gavin was a Yankee and fought as one.
Near Fredericksburg, Virginia. May, 1864
The war is coming to an end and Sophia Whitfield has lost everything, her friends, her family, Jesse and Gavin. Lately she has been having dreams of Jesse. She just knows he will return safe and they will be married.
She didn’t recognize Gavin when he walked down the road in his Yankee. She shot him. He has a bullet hole in his chest. She and two slaves try to save Gavin.
Gavin is a besieged man. War is hard on a person and he is carrying secrets that torment him. He has news for Sophia but as the days go by their passion for each other grows. Sophia is waiting for Jesse to return. Her feelings for Gavin grows as Billy Cooper swears he will have her as his wife She know it is only because he wants Arbor Rose, Sophia’s homestead.
Eventually Sophia finally learns the real reason why Gavin returned to her home. Her feelings are mixed. The relationship waffles from hot to cold .
Land of Falling Stars is filled with passion, heartache, and pride. I hope there is a sequel in the works. This is a good read.
Land of Falling Stars
“If you haven’t read Keta Diablo, you haven’t lived!” Crave More Romance. Five Stars!
Keta Diablo has created a historical romance that manages to blend all these elements with a subtle maestro’s touch. Five Stars. Chole Waits Blogs, Erotic Romance Author
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“This is one steamy hot erotic historical book I devoured as soon as I got a couple of pages in. I recommend all erotic romance readers go out and buy this book. It’s a keeper.” Phoebe Jordan, Talk About My Favorite Authors, Five Stars!
“Keta Diablo has woven a tale set in Civil War times that is truly engaging.” The Girls on Books Blog – 4 Martinis
“I thoroughly enjoyed Land of Falling Stars and hope to read more of the people of Arbor Rose and Fredricksburg.” Whipped Cream Erotic Romance Reviews – 4.5 Cherries
“If you enjoy passion and emotion in your romance, Land of Falling Stars is one you won’t want to miss!” Jennifer’s Random Musings – 4.5 Stars
“A story that has the ups and downs of a roller coaster and keeps the reader hanging on with bated breath, Land of Falling Stars is captivating. The author has a great knack for weaving words together to bring a vivid picture to the reader’s mind.” Bookwenches – 4.5 Stars
“Land of Falling Stars is filled with passion, heartache, and pride. I hope there is a sequel in the works. This is a good read.” Reader Reviews, Four Stars!
“Historicals are my favorite genre so when a friend who frequents HSN told me these were listed, I had to order them. I read “Land of Falling Stars”. This was beautiful. I truly enjoyed it. The author really brought out the desolation and fear of the war.” Christinereader, HSN, Five Stars
“Keta Diablo is a new author definitely worth checking out. Her book Land of Falling Stars, an erotic historical romance set during the Civil War, is an excellent read.” Goodreads Reader
Will Sophia and Gavin’s passion be enough to see them through the trials that they are about to face or will the truth and circumstances tear them apart? Or will a band of cutthroats kill them both before they ever have the chance to find out? And there is much, much more to this story but you are going to have to buy this one to find out more! Night Owl Romance BRAVO Ms. Diablo, Bravo! 4.75 Stars!
“Keta Diablo has penned a beautiful and haunting love story full of passion, deception, danger and the epic War Between the States that will leave you breathless and longing for more! I loved this story from beginning to end. Sapphire Realm Blog, Top Reviewer pick and 4.75 Stars!