ROMANCING THE DEAD
Tate Hallaway
Berkley
ISBN: 0-425-22133-4
May 2008
Paranormal

ROMANCING THE DEAD is the latest Garnet Lacey novel, and readers wonʼt be disappointed! Garnet Lacey is ready for a new coven. When she and Sebastian post a magical invitation seeking others to create a new coven, they have no idea of the trouble they are inviting in. Newly engaged and uneasy with her new status as a bride-to-be, Garnet is suspicious of Sebastianʼs interest in a potential coven member. In addition, someone wants to steal the Goddess Lilith, who resides inside Garnet. Noticing the presence of a coyote wherever she goes, Garnet canʼt help but wonder if the canine may have something to do with Sebastianʼs disappearance. With the help of Sebastianʼs son, Matyas, and the Goddess Lilith, Garnet is determined to locate Sebastian before she loses him forever.

ROMANCING THE DEAD is Tate Hallawayʼs most interesting novel to date. Extremely fast-paced and amusing, ROMANCING THE DEAD is very well developed. Written from the main characterʼs point of view, the novelʼs tone is witty and wry. Garnetʼs worry about her relationship with Sebastian is central to the tale, and her ongoing relationship with Lilith is challenged repeatedly. These plotlines drive the novel forward and will keep readers hooked all the way to the end!

Reviewed by Angela Etheridge
Rating: 4