Arian's Angel

Planetary Passions

by Tara Nina

When burned-out action star Arian Adams arrives at his parents' home, he stumbles into bed and lands in the arms of a mysterious stranger named Angel. Their connection appears to be fated, bringing to life the predictions of his agent-manager danger and an angelic beauty will be his next great adventure. Shaken by visions of his astrological sign drinking from the water of Aquarius each time he touches Angel, Arian's strong belief in astrology warns him she's his Venus, his life mate. But she can't be, he knows nothing about her other than she's beautiful and makes him aroused just by standing near him. Though Arian wants her, he's got one big problem not knowing her past. Angel is on the run, desperately hoping to evade her past. She seeks solace in a small town named Chance, hoping the town's name will signal a normal life. But it's far from normal when a gorgeous hunk jumps in her bed and ignites an insatiable need for hot sex. Though Angel wants him, keeping her secrets from Arian could destroy their connection forever.

Genres: Erotica

222 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2005

About the author

Tara Nina is a southern transplant living in a quiet corner of New Jersey. People think of NJ as the armpit of the nation. But, believe it or not… black bears, deer, gorgeous hawks and other fantastic wildlife manage to sneak by her three dogs at least once or twice a week.
If she’s lucky, she actually takes a moment to enjoy the beauty of nature before tackling the task of mother to her two teenagers and wife to her husband (who she considers to be her third child.)
Occasionally,the family hikes the Appalachian Trail near their home. The outdoors can be a great inspiration for the illusive muse inside of everyone.
When asked what she does for a living… “I’m a romance novelist trapped in the body of an MRI technologist.”

Reviews

[Julie (jjmachshev) · Rating 3 out of 5]

"Arian's Angel" is a very sweet erotic read by Tara Nina. It's part of the 'Planetary Passions' series released by Ellora's Cave. The plot reminded me of a Harlequin romance (and NO, there is not a thing wrong with Harlequin or any other series romance).

She's an innocent, raised by nuns, and now accused of murder. She's on the run from a demented priest and the night she can't remember.

He's a Hollywood action star who needs a rest so he heads home. Only to find his bed occupied by Angel. His parents have taken her in to help with his mother's recovery. All his senses tell him she is THE ONE. But she's keeping secrets and he just can't stop digging...and she refuses to dream of any future until she remembers what happened.

Hot, sweaty sex, a gorgeous hunk, an innocent (but soon converted) sex-kitten, and a demented killer. The only reason it only got three stars was because this plot is so overdone and I didn't think Nina brought anything new or especially interesting to the book.

[Jess · Rating 2 out of 5]

cheesy yet entertaining and short

[MK · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the story of Angel, a runaway orphan who is accused of killing her caretaker, and Arian, an actor who currently nursing a broken heart and possibilities of a future beyond acting.

So far the plot is really interesting, the added suspense of who the real killer is makes you read it more. The passion between them is sizzling, the sex scenes hot. My negative comment is that the author describe chapter after chapter how Arian adjusts his fly whether he thinks and sees Angel. Overall it is an enjoyable story to read.

[Ti · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ok the cover art needs some work. But the story is very nice. There were a few things that could have been improved, but they NEVER interfered with my enjoyment of the story. I like the inclusion of astrology, an unusual touch.