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A Dance with Danger

By Jeannie Lin
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Publisher Description

A promise sworn on the edge of a sword 

After a failed assassination attempt on a corrupt general, Bao Yang is a wanted man. Taking refuge with an ally, Yang accidentally compromises the man's daughter when they're discovered alone. To save her honor, he must marry the beautiful Jin-mei immediately! 

In Yang's arms, Jin-mei feels alive for the first time. She's determined not to lose him, even if it means joining his perilous mission… But when she realizes just how destructive Yang's path could be, can she convince him that their life together could be so much sweeter than revenge?

5 Reviews

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“In some ways, A Dance with Danger has the most in common with Regency and Victorian romance novels compared to anything else Jeannie Lin has written. The hero and heroine hastily marry because the two have been found in a compromising position. The heroine's reputation is tarnished unless they marry immediately. However, this is where all similarities end. As soon as the two are married, everything goes to hell. Yang and Jin-Mei must find their way back to each other both literally and figuratively. While most romance novels have a filthy rich hero living in a luxurious mansion so readers can fantasize both about the romance and the money, Jeannie Lin bucks tradition. For the majority of the novel, Jin-men and Yang are on the run. They wear practical clothing as they hide in the bulk of a ship, take shelter in a rural town, and seek refuge in forests and caves. There's nothing glamorous about this story, but it more than makes up for it with adventure. Pirates, intrigue, fantastic locations like the Stone Forest. It's all so exciting, and all through these events, our hero and heroine get closer and more intimate. Their romance is so satisfying, probably one of the most satisfying of all of Lin's couples, and definitely more satisfying than a lot of romances out there. One of Lin's shortcomings, I feel, are her endings. They often feel too rushed. However, this is one of those times where she sticks the landing. Everything is deliciously dramatic. The final showdown, the final conflict that pulls the couple apart, their reconciliation. So much angst. So much excitement. The only actual shortcoming of this novel was Jin-mei. Overall, I really liked her character, but a driving force for her character is honesty. When her father proves to be dishonest (by her logic), she runs away with her husband Bao Yang. Yet, Yang is no better than her father, but the mental gymnastics she does to justify staying with Yang versus staying mad at her father is just dizzying. I felt she was too naive and didn't really see how she was "just as crafty as her father". Her character could've been tightened up. Overall, another great novel by Jeannie Lin that is worth the read. Such a shame this was her last Harlequin novel. I would read all of them.”
“It's not insta-love, it's more insta-commitment. Then comes lust, like and finally love. This is a progression that I like. And in true Lin fashion, it exceeds expectations. Great use of classic romance conflicts. Reread worthy. I feel guilty for liking Bao Yang. He is inconsiderate in big way. Luckily, it's a part of the conflict. And while I do like how Lin goes about the story, it is a quicker resolution than I prefer. Caveat:”
“I was worried after Sword Dancer that I would be disappointed again but this book was delightful. The chemistry between the characters and the gorgeous scenery really drew me in.”

About Jeannie Lin

Jeannie Lin grew up fascinated with stories of Western epic fantasy and Eastern martial arts adventures. When her best friend introduced her to romance novels in middle school, the stage was set. Jeannie started writing her first romance while working as a high school science teacher in South Central Los Angeles. Her first two books have received starred reviews in Publishers Weekly and Library Journal and The Dragon and the Pearl was listed among Library Journal's Best Romances of 2011.

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