Rating: 3 1/2 stars
Carina Fardelle's father, Ciro, holds the position of Supreme Commander of the Imperial Universe. Carina is disgusted by her father who treats her mother like dirt and has decided to marry Carina off to an odious man without regard for her feelings.
Carina’s mother, Esta, has lost two sons; one to death and the other to desertion because of her husband and she doesn't want Carina to suffer like she does.
Esta has figured out a way for Carina to escape her tyrannical father—steal very important information and bring it to The Federation.
The Federation Military Corps tries to keep the peace and keeps a close eye on the Imperial territory. Daniel Yaws, the leader of the secret Phantom Corps, will help smuggle Carina out to safety. There is great risk on Daniel's part and he assumes Carina is a fragile, spoiled princess who will barely be able to make the long, dangerous journey. Daniel is in for a big surprise, as Carina is not some weak woman and is more than willing to do whatever it takes to help those in need and to stop power hungry men like her father who kill to get what they want.
Both Daniel and Carina hide in the shadows; wearing disguises as they run. Because Daniel has support from many undercover agents, he is able to keep Carina safe; but, the close quarters bring to light their growing attraction and Carina longs for Daniel to make her his woman. They just have to stay alive in order to have a future together.
Lauren Dane is one of the best authors out there writing exciting, on-the-edge-of-your-seat science-fiction romance; Insatiable (Phantom Corps #1/Federation Chronicles #3) delivers that and more—especially with two amazing characters.
Daniel is one swoon-worthy hero; he may have issues because of his past, but he lives by a moral code and loves deeply. Carina is not some simpering, living-in-fear female; she takes on a great sacrifice bravely and proudly walks by Daniel's side. Once she claims him for her own, Daniel doesn't stand a chance.
I would say that Insatiable is also a great suspenseful thriller where the chase will leave some readers breathless. Borderline-erotic and sensual definitely comes to mind when reading the ways Daniel and Carina love one another; but, there is always a deep respect between these two and a yearning for a future that is just out of their reach.
You can't go wrong with Lauren Dane and Insatiable is a perfect example why.
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Paperback: 352 pages
Publisher: Berkley Trade (July 6, 2010)
ISBN-13: 978-0425235263