| From RomanceJunkies.com Paranormal/Futuristic
Crystal Lane owns the Bride’s Inn jewelry concession. Her jewelry is as unique as the proprietress herself. She longs for a normal life but accepts that normalcy isn’t something that will ever be associated with her. She’s no stranger to unexplainable events but a ‘confrontation’ with the Inn’s ghost bride is enough to send her into the arms of the MAGIC MAN, who just happens to believe that there’s no such thing as magic.
‘Mind Freak’ Anthony Zodan is a mentalist and magician. Despite making his living through magic, he’s a non believer. As far as he’s concerned there’s a scientific reason for all ‘magical occurrences.’ He’s been hired to entertain the guests of Bride’s Inn during the holiday. Meeting Crystal and discovering that there are some wonders he can’t explain away forces him to admit that some magic may be more than just an illusion.
Anthony may not believe in ghosts but he is thankful when Crystal’s belief that she was visited by the Lady in White sends her racing into his arms - even if she believed him to be someone else. She passes out and reawakens in his arms but when she explains about what caused her distress, it’s obvious that Anthony doesn’t believe her story. Fortunately the other people present have had experiences with ‘The Lady in White’ and are well aware of the impact of that first encounter. Anthony’s convinced they’re all crazy but then Crystal begins to cry and he discovers a mystery that even doctor’s have been unable to explain - Crystal’s tears are actually tiny crystals that shrink and disappear after a few seconds.
Anthony’s completely captivated with Crystal. Not just because of her unique tears but she’s a beautiful woman who displays a vulnerability and trusting personality which he can’t resist. He’s determined to find out how she does that ‘trick’ with her eyes. If he’s looking for just a good time or to exploit Crystal’s unusual trait he’s quickly dissuaded from this notion by her loving friends. There’s no denying their sexual attraction but can she trust a man who refuses to believe in magic or unexplainable phenomena.
MAGIC MAN is the third tale in Catherine Chernow’s BRIDE’S INN series. This series just keeps getting better and better. I’ve been fascinated by the Bride’s Inn and its resident ghost since the very first story in this series, but MAGIC MAN really captivated me with Crystal and Anthony’s volatile relationship. There are several unexpected surprises and a shocking twist that caught me completely by surprise. This is a series that continues to evolve and bring new and exciting aspects to the characters, Bride’s Inn and the resident ghost who I must admit I’ve come to care about and really hope for a happy ending for her.
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