Search - Mesmerized

The framing story, with ghosts, mediums, and the Victorian seance fad, was interesting and better than in most romance novels. The love story, however seemed more like an afterthought. I didn't get a very clear picture of the hero at all. It was still an enjoyable read, though.

All her life, Olivia Moreland has denied her clairvoyant abilities, working instead to disprove the mediums that flock to London. But when Stephen, Lord St. Leger, requests her help in investigating an alleged psychic, she can't ignore the ominous presence she feels within the walls of his ancient estate. Nor can she ignore the intimate connection she feels with Stephen, as if she has somehow known him before...

Story of Olivia Moreland and Stephan St Leger. A story that is hard to put down, full of evil spirits, real and fake, and a saga from Medival times that has many unusual twists and turns.

This was actually a really good book. Romance with a 'ghost story' as the main plot. I was pleasantly surprised...

I had originally purchased this book because the series was recommended by the 2006 Book Lover's Calendar. Unfortunately, I couldn't get into it because the beginning wasn't gripping enough for me. The story didn't get off to a fast enough start, and I felt like too many characters were being introduced all at once and I couldn't keep up without taking notes. Overall it could have been a nice enough romance, but not good enough to keep my interest.

interesting storyline. worth the read.

nice romance. not sappy or drawn out.

Suspense tale that is action-packed, sensual love story of clairvoyant
who helps a Lord investigate an alleged psychic.

London, 1876
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The only way to fight a powerful evil is with a powerful love...

HER CROSS TO BEAR

All her life, Olivia Moreland has denied her clairvoyant abilities, working instead to disprove the mediums that flock to London. But when Stephen, Lord St. Leger, requests her help in investigating an alleged psychic, she can't ignore the ominous presence she feels within the walls of his ancient estate. Nor can she ignore the intimate connection she feels to Stephen, as if she has somehow known him before....

HIS GIFT TO TREASURE

The last time he'd lived in Blackhope Hall, Stephen had watched as his elder brother claimed both the family title and the woman he loved. Now, following his brother's death, Stephen reluctantly returns home and finds his family ensconced in scandal. Who is behind his brother's murder -- a dark spirit or the psychic who claims to have channeled it? And what is it about psychic investigator Olivia Moreland that awakens his long-dormant passion?

As they search for answers, Stephen and Olivia discover that the only way to fight a powerful evil is with a powerful love....