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Beguiled: A Queen of the Otherworld Novel (Signet Eclipse)

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Maggie Donovan defeated evil fae Queen Mab in a classic cat fight (see BEDEVILED). Although the part human part Fae woman will never forget what she witnessed especially never listen to ABBA on a full stomach again, she knows she will never return to her previous lifestyle. Culhane the warrior says she is the Chosen One and struggles with being called Queen Maggie.

Outraged by having her butt kicked in by an impure female, former Queen Mab escapes incarceration and prepares for a rematch as she still believes she, as a purebred fae, is superior to a hybrid fae "diseased" with human blood. Maggie adapts to being the Queen of the Otherworld especially with Culhane as her adviser and lover. As Mab vows not to underestimate her foe, she raises their personal war to higher levels when she kidnaps her adversary's niece at a time when Maggie has doubts about Culhane's motives.

The conflict in this wonderful sequel is on two levels as the heroine begins to question where her lover's loyalty lies and the upcoming war with her evil rival. The story line is fast-paced and filed with action, but it is the strong cast, not just the lead trio, who makes Otherworld seem genuine.

Harriet Klausner

Evil Fae Queen Mab has been let loose from her prison and is back to conquer Queen Maggie: unwitting usurper, part-human, part-Fae. Maggie is getting used to her role as queen in Otherworld, which includes loving Culhane, Warrior and advisor to the queen. Her trust in him dwindles when she suspects he's more after her power than her love. When Maggie's niece is kidnapped by Mab, the two have to come together to rescue the girl and defeat Mab for good.

A wonderfully magical world of Fae and otherworldly creatures. The interaction between plucky Maggie and intense Culhane add magic of its own. Interwoven internal and external conflict throughout the story make it an entertaining page-turner but the secondary characters add such tremendous color to the story that one could say they almost stole the show. A great turnout by Maureen Child.

Maureen Child continues this Queen of the Otherworld Series with another book that will have the reader feeling enthralled by the Fae. It's hard to put down as Culhane's male chauvinism has us gritting our teeth, hoping someone can bring him into the twenty-first century. But he's so loveable we hope he can handle it. Bezel, an ornery but loveable Pixie, isn't gorgeous but he fills the pages he's on with smiles at his skills as chef and his loyalty to Maggie,

The Dullahan and Mab manage to do everything they can to keep the book intense with suspense and their truly nasty dispositions. Maggie's family and friends like Claire, the psychic witch, are excellent characters who give us hope that the future might be secure. Throughout, the romance between Culhane and Maggie is one of those love stories we love to read. On again off again with her feelings, Maggie stands up to the warrior, refusing to give in until he can treat her with respect. Readers can't help but admire her even though she seems to want to sit on the fence if she can, like many of us, when decisions will change lives. Maureen Child continues to prove her writing skills will keep her among my must-read favorites with another excellent tale. - Dee Dailey

Maggie Donovan is officially Queen of Otherworld; a world inhabited by all types of fae.

Problem is, she's not quite ready to give up her life in her old world just yet. She enjoys living the life she was accustomed to before Culhane the warrior came into her life, spouting things about destiny and Maggie's future role as queen.

Sexy, strong Culhane is ready for Maggie to take her place on the throne and finally rule her people. But Maggie's not ready - for ruling, or for his bed.

Things change when the former queen, Mab, comes back, gunning for Maggie. Mab is pulling out all her secret weapons and Maggie is going to have put her queen hat on or all is lost.

This sequel to Bedeviled follows the same whimsical lines as the first book. The writing is just as light, while still making sure the plot moves along. Mab's return makes for a great reason for why Maggie has to take control and when she does, it's great. All the pieces work well together and Beguiled is an excellent addition to the Otherworld series.

Niki Lee
Reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed

I thought the previous one was better. Maggie is the new queen of fairy after defeating Queen Mab in the previous book. Unfortunately Maggie is a reluctant queen. Culhane seems to be bending over backward for Maggie to feel at home and accept her new role. Yet, she turns against him and accuses him of attempting to rule through her. Even when she receives visions of her childhood of Culhane treating her with the upmost care, love, and respect, she continues to accuse him horribly.

I also thought the plot was off in this one. Child jumped around from man-woman relationships to parent-child relationships, to fighting the escaped Queen Mab. The author's thoughts were flightly throughout. The neice went from being smart and witty in the first book to being a whiney and annoying preteen. It made me wonder why they missed her. I'm not sure if I want to read more by this author.