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sassytw's review
4.0
Isabeau has lived with darkness since she was fifteen. She has tempted fate just as long. But when danger ensnares her friend, she decides to stand and fight.
In Isabeau's Eyes by Lora Leigh is first Kentucky Nights series. A spinoff which allows us to return to the Mackay world.
I love returning to this world. I love seeing Angel's brother find someone other than her to look after. I loved getting to know Tracker. He didn't claim many but once he claimed you you were his. And inspite of himself he is claiming Isabeau. I love seeing him protect her even as he tried to protect his heart. And finding out who has had Isabeau in their sights doesn't give him the distance necessary to protect himself especially as he doesn't realize he needs it until far too late.
I thoroughly enjoyed the heat Ms. Leigh brought to this story. I loved seeing Tracker find out he could care for more than family. I loved seeing Isabeau find someone who saw her and not her disability and bad luck. I look forward to where Ms. Leigh will take us next in this world.
In Isabeau's Eyes by Lora Leigh is first Kentucky Nights series. A spinoff which allows us to return to the Mackay world.
I love returning to this world. I love seeing Angel's brother find someone other than her to look after. I loved getting to know Tracker. He didn't claim many but once he claimed you you were his. And inspite of himself he is claiming Isabeau. I love seeing him protect her even as he tried to protect his heart. And finding out who has had Isabeau in their sights doesn't give him the distance necessary to protect himself especially as he doesn't realize he needs it until far too late.
I thoroughly enjoyed the heat Ms. Leigh brought to this story. I loved seeing Tracker find out he could care for more than family. I loved seeing Isabeau find someone who saw her and not her disability and bad luck. I look forward to where Ms. Leigh will take us next in this world.
sassytw's review against another edition
4.0
Isabeau has lived with darkness since she was fifteen. She has tempted fate just as long. But when danger ensnares her friend, she decides to stand and fight.
In Isabeau's Eyes by Lora Leigh is first Kentucky Nights series. A spinoff which allows us to return to the Mackay world.
I love returning to this world. I love seeing Angel's brother find someone other than her to look after. I loved getting to know Tracker. He didn't claim many but once he claimed you you were his. And inspite of himself he is claiming Isabeau. I love seeing him protect her even as he tried to protect his heart. And finding out who has had Isabeau in their sights doesn't give him the distance necessary to protect himself especially as he doesn't realize he needs it until far too late.
I thoroughly enjoyed the heat Ms. Leigh brought to this story. I loved seeing Tracker find out he could care for more than family. I loved seeing Isabeau find someone who saw her and not her disability and bad luck. I look forward to where Ms. Leigh will take us next in this world.
In Isabeau's Eyes by Lora Leigh is first Kentucky Nights series. A spinoff which allows us to return to the Mackay world.
I love returning to this world. I love seeing Angel's brother find someone other than her to look after. I loved getting to know Tracker. He didn't claim many but once he claimed you you were his. And inspite of himself he is claiming Isabeau. I love seeing him protect her even as he tried to protect his heart. And finding out who has had Isabeau in their sights doesn't give him the distance necessary to protect himself especially as he doesn't realize he needs it until far too late.
I thoroughly enjoyed the heat Ms. Leigh brought to this story. I loved seeing Tracker find out he could care for more than family. I loved seeing Isabeau find someone who saw her and not her disability and bad luck. I look forward to where Ms. Leigh will take us next in this world.
jeannethinks's review against another edition
4.0
Welcome back to Somerset, KY. You will not be disappointed. The newest series starts with a dangerous accident and just runs away. Isabeau is fierce despite everything life has thrown at her. Tracker fits in nicely with the men of Somerset. All that broody can't possibly stay for a woman, been there done that. Sometimes, the boys take longer to fall, but it's inevitable.
avid_read's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
tcameron85's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
kristalsty119's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
loverofromance's review
adventurous
challenging
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
This review may contain spoilers, so fair warning, upon reading the review.
Introduction
In Isabeau's Eyes is the first book in the Kentucky Nights series. I really had such a fun time with this one. I had been hearing the best of things for it, and I did get this one in a ARC form and I was so happy that I was able to. I will admit that I was a bit nervous in picking this one up here. It has been a little while since we have received anything from this author so I was intrigued to see what this one would be like and I have to say that this one just kicked booty! I absolutely had so much fun with this one even if it had some tropes that aren't my favorite to read, but Lora Leigh really kicked this one out of the pick. It definitely has the sass and spice that you have come to expect from her and it delivered in so many ways for me.
Summary
Isabeau Boudreaux is being hunted. When her parents were murdered, she was shot and became blind because of it. But she survived, but now she is being stalked and people she cares about are being put in danger, but she doesn't want to reach out to her brother who will just place her in a different spot in the country starting fresh again and she wants to stay with the place she calls home and those she considers family. Then enters the picture...Tracker Calloway, who is determined to protect her and find the killer before anyone else gets harmed. There is an instant connection between them, but Tracker only does casual sex and nothing permanent. As Isabeau and Tracker work together both in and outside of the bedroom, they will discover a fierce love to fight for.
My Outlook
In Isabeau's Eyes we have a story where the author implements the "Fling" trope and yeah I wasn't sure how that one would fly in this one, but honestly, she really worked her magic for it because I ended up loving it so dearly. It was so endearing the way that these two connect with each other. You can tell that there is some great chemistry but also wonderful attention and care for each other. I really was charmed by the way that they are with each other and the ways in which the hero courts his girl without courting her haha. Tracker only does casual and its for a certain reason, but seeing the way that Isabeau tears down his walls was so delightful. She has a sweet nature but can be sassy when she needs to be. I really loved her character as she was so well balanced. I am on the fence in how the author implemented "the disability" aspect to the story. I think if I am being honest, if she had stayed blind. I wasn't a big fan of the disability being reversed. But I can also see why it worked for this story due to the certain developments of the plot. The villain in the story was a surprise though, I actually thought it was someone else like her brother (I know I know but his dialogue with his friend felt kinda sinister at times haha, and yeah I was off the mark and I need his book). I have to say that I am intrigued to see where the author is planning on taking this one. But curious to see how she plans on developing this series, I have a feeling we have just tipped the spear on what she will build in this series.
Overall View
In Isabeau's Eyes is a brilliantly penned romantic suspense that kept me on the edge with thrilling plot building, sexy sensuality and just enough humor to balance it out and deliver a stunning return from a epic author!
Rating Evaluation:
Plot: 5
World Building: 4
Cover: 5
Hero: 4
Heroine: 4
Steam: 4
Heart & Feels:4
Ending:4
Overall View: 4.25
Introduction
In Isabeau's Eyes is the first book in the Kentucky Nights series. I really had such a fun time with this one. I had been hearing the best of things for it, and I did get this one in a ARC form and I was so happy that I was able to. I will admit that I was a bit nervous in picking this one up here. It has been a little while since we have received anything from this author so I was intrigued to see what this one would be like and I have to say that this one just kicked booty! I absolutely had so much fun with this one even if it had some tropes that aren't my favorite to read, but Lora Leigh really kicked this one out of the pick. It definitely has the sass and spice that you have come to expect from her and it delivered in so many ways for me.
Summary
Isabeau Boudreaux is being hunted. When her parents were murdered, she was shot and became blind because of it. But she survived, but now she is being stalked and people she cares about are being put in danger, but she doesn't want to reach out to her brother who will just place her in a different spot in the country starting fresh again and she wants to stay with the place she calls home and those she considers family. Then enters the picture...Tracker Calloway, who is determined to protect her and find the killer before anyone else gets harmed. There is an instant connection between them, but Tracker only does casual sex and nothing permanent. As Isabeau and Tracker work together both in and outside of the bedroom, they will discover a fierce love to fight for.
My Outlook
In Isabeau's Eyes we have a story where the author implements the "Fling" trope and yeah I wasn't sure how that one would fly in this one, but honestly, she really worked her magic for it because I ended up loving it so dearly. It was so endearing the way that these two connect with each other. You can tell that there is some great chemistry but also wonderful attention and care for each other. I really was charmed by the way that they are with each other and the ways in which the hero courts his girl without courting her haha. Tracker only does casual and its for a certain reason, but seeing the way that Isabeau tears down his walls was so delightful. She has a sweet nature but can be sassy when she needs to be. I really loved her character as she was so well balanced. I am on the fence in how the author implemented "the disability" aspect to the story. I think if I am being honest, if she had stayed blind. I wasn't a big fan of the disability being reversed. But I can also see why it worked for this story due to the certain developments of the plot. The villain in the story was a surprise though, I actually thought it was someone else like her brother (I know I know but his dialogue with his friend felt kinda sinister at times haha, and yeah I was off the mark and I need his book). I have to say that I am intrigued to see where the author is planning on taking this one. But curious to see how she plans on developing this series, I have a feeling we have just tipped the spear on what she will build in this series.
Overall View
In Isabeau's Eyes is a brilliantly penned romantic suspense that kept me on the edge with thrilling plot building, sexy sensuality and just enough humor to balance it out and deliver a stunning return from a epic author!
Rating Evaluation:
Plot: 5
World Building: 4
Cover: 5
Hero: 4
Heroine: 4
Steam: 4
Heart & Feels:4
Ending:4
Overall View: 4.25
vlaniganfoffimreading's review
4.0
Action, adventure and love in this one that mashes up two of my favorite genres.
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Isabeau lost her vision ten years ago after a violent attack. This isn’t the only bad luck she’s had. As each incident piles up it’s beginning to look like this isn’t simply bad luck. This is romantic suspense at its finest.
Huge thank you to @berkleypub and @netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
radusreads's review
4.0
This one was intense. Isabeau has to be protected constantly since there is a threat on her life due to a murder she witnessed years ago when she was as teen. "Accidents" have been happening ever since, and the gunshot resulted in her losing her eyesight and memory of that night.
As she starts to see shadows someone knows she might be getting her sights and memories back.
Tracker is trying to protect her and he's the only one that hasn't treated her like she was disabled and treated her like a woman. He feels too many feels which he wasn't intending. He's been hurt a lot on his life and keeps his distance.
There's a larger plot and so many puzzle pieces. I need to read the Mackay's books which I think I may have missed the background to their relationships but it didn't ruin my enjoyment of it.
Thank you berkley for the gifted copy of the e-ARC for the honest and voluntary review.
As she starts to see shadows someone knows she might be getting her sights and memories back.
Tracker is trying to protect her and he's the only one that hasn't treated her like she was disabled and treated her like a woman. He feels too many feels which he wasn't intending. He's been hurt a lot on his life and keeps his distance.
There's a larger plot and so many puzzle pieces. I need to read the Mackay's books which I think I may have missed the background to their relationships but it didn't ruin my enjoyment of it.
Thank you berkley for the gifted copy of the e-ARC for the honest and voluntary review.