THE BUZZ
From The Romance Reader:
“THE HEART OF A RENEGADE is a skillfully crafted novel, packed with complex characters involved in a well-used plot line; however, it is innovatively done. Loreth Anne White’s pacing is superb, maintaining ever mounting intensity as the story plays out. This story is rich with detail, and a plot that could be expanded to a 450 page hardcover. That said, it does not feel as if it were condensed but evolves in the expected manner only to twist and turn a bit adding interest and suspense. The dynamics between Jessica and Luke are extraordinarily well handled.
White is a very gifted author and whose future novels will be sought out by this reviewer.”
–Thea Davis
A TOP PICK from Romantic Times BOOKreview for THE HEART OF A RENEGADE
“Luke Stone is just like a stone. After his pregnant wife is murdered, he closes up emotionally, until his employer asks him to protect Jessica Chan, who’s a target of the Chinese Triad Dragons for attempting to expose their atrocities. Luke doesn’t want to be responsible for anyone, and he’s surprised to find a kindred spirit in Jessica. When they’re on the run with only each other to lean on, their emotional barriers crumble. The Heart of a Renegade (4.5) is an action ride full of thrills and surprises and a love story that will make your heart beat faster.
Loreth Anne White has expanded her Shadow Soldiers series, and intriguing and dynamic characters continue to make it compelling.
—Sandra Garcia-Myers
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And a five-star review from CataRomance.com:
From the instance THE HEART OF A RENEGADE starts, one will take an indrawn breath and continue to gasp until the explosive ending. The danger is believably suspenseful with heart-pounding threats, and how they are carried out is terrifying realistic. Just when one thinks all is going smoothly for the hero and heroine, more peril crops up and they must once again fight for their lives.
Luke and Jessica are one of the most endearing couples about whom I have had the pleasure to read, and their compelling story profoundly touched me. Whether they are fleeing from the enemy or expressing exactly how they feel on a subject, their actions are authentic and make them seem very true-to-life. Ms. White had me caring for this couple and what the future holds for them, causing numerous tension-filled moments during the story. THE HEART OF A RENEGADE masterfully evokes images and feelings to create an enthralling plus emotional story which never disappoints.
–Amelia Richard
SEDUCING THE MERCENRY earns Cata award
I am thrilled to learn SEDUCING THE MERCENARY has been named a CataRomance Reviewers Choice award winner for 2007. Thank you to the Cata team!
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HEART OF A MERCENARY EARNS CATA AWARD
I am honored to have been awarded a 2006 CataRomance Reviewers’ Choice Award for THE HEART OF A MERCENARY.
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SULTAN is NRCA finalist
A SULTAN’S RANSOM has been named a National Readers Choice Award finalist in the long contemporary category.
Toni Anderson Says:
Good question. Mine started as a way of keeping in touch with family, except my family never read it. And then it replaced my journal as a way of plotting out my thoughts, goals and life.
Basically, I blog because it makes me accountable to myself.
Have a great break–I think everyone should take a few weeks off blogging every so often, to recharge their batteries.
Bailey Stewart Says:
You might as well ask me why I breathe. I think I’m more like Tess Gerritsen, the isolation - blogging as a form of catharsis, connection.
I know, one sentence - but I never play by the rules.
If you go by Konrath’s view, then why write anything - it will all come back to you. But I do think it’s a combination of the two. Name recognition is why I switched to the pen name. Getting my name out there, building up a pre-published readership, etc.
We’ll miss you.
Diane Says:
My blog is my daily-ish journal about my writing and personal life, and it keeps me in touch with my friends and family, who are all scattered.
beautiful day Says:
I just love reading blogs, i dont have one myself. I love the snow scenes. As i look out the window its grey sky with a little blue, its a lovely day though.
beautiful day Says:
The pic Good Place, i have set as my wallpaper, i hope u dont mind x
Peggy Says:
Good question. I’m not sure anymore. At first it was because it was fun. Now, it just feels like an obligation and the fun is all gone. But it does keep me in touch with the writing world—my only source really. And it isn’t too overwhelming like some writing loops. So I guess that’s why I blog.
Lis Says:
I agree with Bailey, its a form of connecting with others.
Loreth Says:
“Beautiful Day” — I am honored