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The Aura of Love

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Enchanting and amazing is Kathy J. Marsh's The Aura of Love. Her characters come to life as she introduces each one. Remy Renee, the story's heroine, meets the handsome writer Jace Williams. Thus begins a love story that is made in heaven.

Not so! The story takes place east of the Caribbean in what is called "The Island." Its inhabitants are African-American. Yet, among them is a secret society called the Auralites that make up the blue and purple people. As Remy is one of the purple beings and Jace is among the blue ones, their love seems doomed from the start. Yet, the author takes us on a journey filled with espionage and enlightenment.

Remy and Jace face opposition from friends, family and total strangers. Remy takes great pains to hide her budding friendship with Jace. Yet, secrets are more than often revealed. This one has dire consequences. You will delight in turning each page, wondering what lies ahead for both of them. Not only is this story of a gallant love affair. It also sheds light on how foolish is the common act of "prejudice."

A gifted writer, Marsh, has told a story that will leave her readers wanting more. Will these coven-crossed lovers survive? Enter the world of The Aura of Love and find out. You won't be disappointed.

Armchair Interviews says this is a four-star read.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book- the concept is so fresh and innovative and the characters so relatable that you can't help but wonder what will happen next!

Remy is a young up and coming fashion designer operating her own seamstress business. She is concentrating on launching her summer line and expanding her business as she meets author, Jace in the local bookstore. In their initial meeting, they discuss a range of topics and Remy has to reign in her intense feelings for an Auralite of a different coven. You see Remy is a "blue" coven while Jace is a "purple" coven, so what's the big deal? Why, interracial dating, of course.

Remy and Jace contend with a myriad of issues concerning their relationship or lack thereof. In the meantime, the Auralite community is under attack. "One of their own" is threatening their secretive lifestyle by chronicling their existence to the humans in NEWSNOW, the largest distributed publication in the world. Remy could lose it all - the love of her life, her family, and her business.

Marsh adds a unique flavor to the silent arena of paranormal romance. The Aura of Love will draw you in and make you think. The sociological issues dealt with in the story were: the politics of interracial relationships, importance of diversity in the banking industry, and the significance of socializing with your family. Marsh is a superb storyteller who will indisputably be pushed to the forefront of this genre because of her ability to lure readers into the world of the characters and keeping them spellbound until the last page. If you like paranormal romance, this will be one of your all time favorites!

Reviewed by: M. Bruner
Email: deltareviewer@yahoo.com

Kathy Marsh's offering, The Aura Of Love, introduces readers to the blue and purple Auralites. The romance of Remy and Jace is explored through out the story. Remy is a single, purple Auralite. She soon meets Jace who is a fine blue Auralite. Due to their differences in color, Remy finds it hard to go into a relationship with Jace. This couple seems made for one another, but there are people who beg to differ. Will their relationship go the distance?

In the backdrop, there is a journalist that continues to dream of another world. In the journalist's dreams, someone is revealing the existence of the Auralites. This soon becomes a mystery when this information is revealed. Who has leaked their secret?

The Aura Of Love gives readers a look at "Intercoven Dating", which seems to be closer to interracial dating. This book has its share of romance, but includes mystery which keeps the reader guessing what will happen next. This read was well-written and held my attention to the end. I recommend this book to readers of paranormal fiction and readers that are willing to use their imagination further than the norm.

Reviewed by Phyllis Ann
APOOO BookClub

Remy Rene is a purple Auralite who has fallen for the man she has least expected. Jace Williams is a renowned author, and a blue Auralite who has stolen Remy's heart. Remy never expected to fall for a man that was of a different aura and now she is faced with the questions of whether to follow her heart and be with the man she truly loves and how her family and friends will accept the man she loves, despite the color of his aura, when Remy herself has trouble truly accepting all of Jace?

The Aura of Love by Kathy J. Marsh is a fresh novel that taps into the paranormal world and Kathy does a great job of it. Along with the romantic storyline, the book touches on the themes of segregation, acceptance, and topics that parallel today's look at interracial dating and marriage in our society. Kathy Marsh also does a wonderful job of creating mystery as the reader tries to figure out who is exposing the secret island and lives of the Auralites to the human world.

I enjoyed the book and would suggest The Aura of Love as a definite read for your bookshelf!

Let me begin my review by stating that I've never read a science-fiction romance novel before and never had any intentions of doing so. However, after seeing this book posted everywhere on the Internet, I decided to give it a try. And I'm so glad that I did. After reading the "The Aura of Love," I quickly ordered the author's two short stories from Amazon.com, and I'm looking forward to reading more from this ultratalented author. This ficitional story was well-written, believable, and left me feeling many emotions all at once. With its many twists and turns, I was on the edge of my seat reading, trying to turn the pages as fast as I could.

The two main characters, Jace and Remy, were so well-developed that I felt like I knew them as well as their friends and other family members. I found myself cheering for them to remain a couple in the midst of their relationship problems. With the conflicting storyline between the purple and blue Auralites, I learned that the color of love is always beautiful and so was this story. If you're looking for something different to read with a gripping plot, fascinating characters, and exotic places, give this one a try. And if you're disappointed, you can personally contact me for discussion.

Barbara Joe-Williams, Author of
"Falling for Lies"

To the naked eye, Jace, a bestselling author, and Remy, a fashion designer who owns her own shop, Urbane, are two average African-Americans who just happen to fall in love. However, to the Auralites, a light-emitting, superhuman nation, they are traitors to their races. Centuries before, the blue and purple Auralites lived in harmony. Creating a secret council, the blue Auralites devised a plan to capture and enslave the purple Auralites, restricting the development of their power, and consequently, dooming them to death.

Years after freedom, some are unable to forgive their oppressors. While Jace loves and adores Remy for the person she is, not her heritage, Remy struggles with losing her identity and even her family and friends all for the sake of love.

When a family secret is revealed that threatens the existence of the Auralites, romantic ties, friendships, and familial bonds are tested. One question remains: is clinging to the painful past more culturally appropriate than embracing change and accepting difference.


I was charmed from the beginning. . . Marsh skillfully crafted a magical alter-reality infused with an unfortunate reality similar to our own prejudiced mankind. The devilishly handsome Jace and the stunning and independent Remy share "real issues" that we all can relate to, such as trust in relationships, sibling rivalry, and family loyalty. She even tackled hot, controversial issues such as the politics of interracial dating and the aftermath of cultural exploitation. The Aura of Love was written in a clear concise style that is not only refreshing, but witty with a flare of humor. A riveting suspense with unexpected twists and turns, I found myself flipping pages well into the late hours of night. At the end of the novel, I was still left with the question, "Where did these African-American like beings come from?"--which leads me to think there will be a sequel . . . I was impressed, and definitely look forward to more from Marsh in the future.

4 1/2 Pink Diamonds
Sistah Tasha of the SistahFriend Book Club

THE AURA OF LOVE by Kathy J. Marsh is the tale of love on an island inhabited by the Auralites, people who hide their island from humans by casting a veil over it. It is invisible even though they are close to Charlotte, North Carolina. Remy Renee falls in love with Jace Williams, best-selling author of a book about vampires. The only problem is Remy is a purple Auralite and Jace is a blue Aralite. The two should never mix, according to most Auralites. Back in the 1800s, the blue Aralites took advantage of the purples and more or less enslaved them, forcing them work for humans and give them, the purples, most of their paychecks. From then on the prejudice between the two groups was rampant. Neither Jace nor Remy could help the way they felt about each other and so they most definitely suffered the consequences of a society brought up in hate.
This is a fantastic story that is so reminiscent of black and white relations in the United States. The parallels are astounding. Jace and Remy, two very well developed characters, falter and sometimes fall as they attempt to deal with not only the prejudice of friends but also of family. Jace's mother is particularly virulent, with Remy's not far behind. It forces Jace and Remy to make hard choices, as I am sure people in black and white relationships must do. Marsh keeps the tension going and the interest up. It's hard to put down. I would highly recommend this book for those who like intrigue and romance.

Reviewed by Alice Holman
of the RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

"The Aura Of Love is a creative use of imagination that rings true to life. Brilliantly written with interesting characters and innovative technological devices that enrich the setting of this romantic, suspenseful book of science fiction. This is a wonderful spin on life from a unique realm."

"In the world of Auralites there are the Blue and Purple Auras. These beings exists on an island in the Caribbean, the exact location is unknown. These Auras possess special powers and appear to be human. Their existence is unknown to man."

"The Blue and Purple Auras experience the same types of drama that humans endure, including relationship issues, racism and addiction."

"Remy Renee is a successful business owner who finds herself attracted to Jace Williams, a famous author. After a chance meeting they become involved romantically. Their relationship is challenged due to the fact that Remy is a Purple Aura and Jace is a Blue Aura. Some family members, friends and most of the Auralite community consider their relationship unacceptable."

"Past discretions, race relations, secrets and betrayal are major components of this novel. Readers will be introduced to another world that they will soon discover is not so different from their own."

"Kathy J. Marsh is truly a talented writer who has created an enticing read."

If you've never read anything before that entailed dream casting coupled with telekenesis, the paranormal and coven bearing, you are in for a treat when you read Kathy J. Marsh's "The Aura of Love."

The Flava of Love is what you can call it if you don't understand it or can't quite comprehend it. What is love? To some it's just a 4-letter word, but to others, it can mean the world. Everything in a persons' being, from who they are to who they can and will become. Does color mean one is better than the other? Racial inequality has nothing to do with my question of color. Although some would disagree.

Remy Renee' and Jace Williams, the two main characters in this story of unequated love will take you on a roller coaster ride that will bring out so many emotions, that you will have to ask yourself, "Could this be a true story in all actuality?" This story takes so many twists and turns until you find yourself, engulfed in all emotions, even though you know this isn't your love story, you're only reading about a love story.

Aura's will be tested, rejected, and so many more things, until it will literally piss you off, have you laughing and wondering all in the same moment. Those who we think so much of, will surprise us with their complete turn-arounds. The Island - although hidden from the natural eye, is a place of beauty and peace that's hidden under the veil. The Aura of Love is a journey all it's own. Sometimes, wishful thinking on our parts to want to be there and walk those sandy beaches, gaze into the sunset or get lost in the endless voyage of the ocean, but where-ever you find yourself, make sure your aura is shining it's brightest.

Kathy J. Marsh, the author of "The Aura of Love" has written a novel that once you get engulfed into reading it, you will have the hardest time putting the book down. This book can be looked at and ranked with Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. Some of the same issues, decisions and outcomes...I welcome Kathy J. Marsh to have me review any of her work in the future. I really enjoyed this book. Such a phenominal read.