Search - The Smoke Thief (Drakon, Bk 1)

After picking up this book in the local supermarket, I wasn't sure I'd like it (although I gave it a chance because it sounded like it had a fantasy element, which I like). I found this a very enjoyable paranormal romance; the writing, at times, is absolutely exquisite. FYI, there are a couple of sex scenes, but I felt they were tastefully done.

Wonderful, Wonderful book, Written like a fairy tale. The whole story just flows. The second book, The Dream Thief, is just as wonderful. If you like being transported into a whole other world, check this one out.

Why didn't I love this book? I'm not sure; the story had a lot to love...dragons, alpha male trying to woo his lady love. A heroine who is strong and stands up to those who try to bring her down.

I think I couldn't completely enjoy the book because parts of the dragon culture bothered me. To protect themselves, the dragons kill those who try to leave the dragon community and live among humans. The dragon council was made up of domineering men and Kit, the dragon leader and hero, didn't have a supportive comrade. The author's excuse was that it's the way of the 'drakon' but it felt stifling.

This is an unusual story about Dragons. Not the kind from Medieval Tales but of those who hide in our midst, walking, talking, appearing as we do. The Smoke Thief is set in the English Countryside and London of the mid 1700's...when skinny, dirty street urchins survived by stealing and proper Lords and Ladies wore powered wigs and shoes with precious stones for buckles. And the diamonds, rubies, and emeralds sang to the dragons and The Smoke Thief heard them.

It is well written, very enjoyable, and it went by fast. The heroine is strong, but the hero stronger.

I was annoyed by the hero. I would have liked for him to eat crow at some point in the story. The heroine gave in much too quickly. I also don't like the way the tribe treats women.

The ending is left open for the next of the books. I will be reading it.

This was a really cool book!! Its based around a fae/dragon type of clan that resides in a remote area around London (like 6 days by coach). I thought that it was very well written and the characters were developed to a T. There is a sequel but its based on some characters that are in this book, and I look forward to reading it! If you are into fantasy and historical romance, this is THE book for you!!!