54 of 55 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
It's Hot Up in Here!, January 11, 2003
This review is from: Delaney's Desert Sheikh (Paperback)
A cabin getaway retreat in an isolated location , a young recent medical school graduate about to do her residency craving a much needed break, a sheikh from the Middle East country of Tahran on recess from conducting business deals for his country, and miscommunication about who is supposed to reside in the cabin. These are the makings for a hot adventure that is a combustion of passion and sensuality enough to light the night. Brenda Jackson brings it all together in Delaney's Desert Sheikh.
Jamal Ari Yasir likes those beautiful legs that are walking into the place he has borrowed from his old Harvard College roommate even if she is in the wrong place. Delaney Westmoreland did not expect to have any company especially not a handsome prince who lights her fire just by looking at her. But there he is standing there devouring her with his eyes and at the same time telling her she cannot stay there. Delaney is incensed. Her cousin promised her the use of the cabin for a month of R & R. After talking it over they decide they both will stay and proceed to go their separate ways but the heat between them is undeniable. Delaney's life is all mapped out. She will finish her residency, get married and have six children. Jamal's life is also a part of a master plan. He will return to his country, submit to an arranged marriage, keep his mistress, and be ruler of his country one day. He has no time for Western women and their headstrong ways, especially a curvaceous, curly-hair brown-eyed wonder who is disturbing his peace. She is too sassy and independent to suit him. But it is hot up in here, so take off all your clothes and it is not because of the summer climate.
Ms. Jackson has written an entertaining, erotic tale of two people who veer from their prescribed paths. Sensuous love scenes that will make you squirm and holler and dream of a prince of your own. The prince has skills including the Kiss----- an advanced form of French kissing. This is the first story in the Westmoreland Family series; Delaney has five older hunky bachelor brothers who make an appearance in this story just waiting for their stories to be told. I look forward to reading more.
Dera Williams
APOOO BookClub
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Delaney's Desert Sheikh, August 25, 2003
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This review is from: Delaney's Desert Sheikh (Paperback)
Looking for a read that will hold your interest? Well, have no fear, DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH is here! This work marks Brenda Jackson's debut venture with Silhouette Desire. DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH is steaming with sexual tension and truly unforgettable love scenes. Jackson brings it all using the plot of strangers falling in lust, mutual respect and then love. So, find that comfortable spot, get a cool drink and let's not forget that fan - because you're going to need it!
What happens when you place a liberated, forthright pediatrician and a charismatic, desert prince, with politically incorrect ideas about women in a cabin alone together? You get F-I-R-E-W-O-R-K-S! Delaney Westmoreland and Sheikh Jamal Ari Yassir are due for a much needed vacation from the stresses of their occupations. Delaney just finished medical school and is in desperate want of relaxation and most importantly sleep. She's also seeking to escape her family's devoted attentions with some solitude. When her cousin suggests a cabin of which he is part owner, it's the perfect solution. While Jamal has just finished intense negotiations concerning his country, he's also seizing this time to mentally prepare himself for his upcoming, arranged marriage. With the summit over, Jamal's mind wanders and he's soon missing the affections of his long-time mistress. Likewise, the offer from his friend to have the cabin for his leisure is met with enthusiasm. That is until he meets Delaney.
From the moment Jamal sees Delaney, he wants her. At first, it's because he has been on a self-imposed hiatus from intimacy to concentrate on the conference. However, despite their hostile attitude toward each other, an instant chemistry binds them together. Their admirable sparring only hides the passionate feelings that are barely beneath the surface.
When two determined individuals are placed in a strange situation, confrontations for superiority are soon to materialize and Delaney and Jamal do not disappoint. Delaney firmly states her desire to keep her virginity until love and marriage comes along. Though Delaney's parents are good role models for a loving relationship, she observes how her charming, but domineering five brothers treat the women in their lives as playthings until that one woman who can challenge them comes along.
Despite her wanting no part of that, she remains intensely attracted to Jamal. Jamal is equally unwavering in his obsessive craving to have her for himself. He offers an alliance with "no strings," just for the time they remain at the retreat. Of course, Delaney says no, initially, but finds herself ready to relinquish her innocence so that she can experience the power of making love. Delaney becomes a temptress and a willing victim of Jamal's allure. Jamal's magnetism is evident in his inventive kissing technique that leaves Delaney dizzy with wonder and anticipation. What ensues next is a love so filled with caring, ardor and sensuality that even time and distance cannot disrupt the memories or the love from continuing.
Kudos to Jackson's engaging attempt at introducing an expansive romance audience to characters who are fresh, intelligent and exciting. Jackson validates African American women as encompassing the same personal concerns and professional tenacity that women of all races do. DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIK is refreshingly void of concentrating on the differences between persons with diverse backgrounds, but celebrates those distinctions instead. DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH proves love knows no boundaries and comes when you least expect it - even with a foreign prince!
Jackson makes a valiant effort in making the characters come alive. Jamal and Delaney had no insecurities about themselves and they expressed that confidence with the acceptance of the other's social values and religious practices. Though other African American authors paved the way in published mainstream series romance, Brenda Jackson's entrance stands as a great romance read period - not just a great African American romance novel.
Also, the format for launching Jamal and Delaney's relationship was well written. We are given an exclusive look at their connection without interference from "outside forces." The reader becomes that "fly on the wall" and is allowed to appreciate this special love. There was good use of secondary characters who will eventually have their own stories. It is those secondary players', especially Jamal's stepmother, whose advice propels Jamal to act on his fate with Delaney. Still, we get an all too brief glimpse of the Westmoreland brothers. But what we do receive is the knowledge their stories will sizzle as well. The forecast is that the Westmoreland family will become just as popular as Jackson's Madaris family series.
DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH is a quick and thoroughly enjoyable read. Once you begin it, you will not want to put it down! I am anxiously anticipating Delaney's brothers' stories. If they can live up to Jamal's example, let's just say, "Keep those fans handy, girls!"
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32 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Your Highness, My Sheikh, January 1, 2003
This review is from: Delaney's Desert Sheikh (Paperback)
In Brenda Jackson's Delaney's Desert Sheikh, we are introduced to Delaney Westmoreland and the entire Westmoreland clan. Delaney, a recent medical school graduate, travels from Atlanta to the woods of North Carolina for some rest and relaxation. Upon her arrival she stumbles upon Jamal Ari Yassir, a prince from the Middle Eastern country of Tahran. Both Delaney and Jamal were promised the use of the cabin for one month, each refuse to leave and therein lies the problem.
Delaney, the youngest and only female within a family of five brothers, is independent and headstrong and romance is the furthest thing from her mind. Jamal, his father's right-hand man when it comes to deal-making for his country, is arrogant and just as stubborn as Delaney. The only thing on his mind is seducing Delaney if only for one night.
Will Delaney ignore her upbringing and succumb to passion? Will Jamal ignore the expectations and obligations placed upon him by his family and countrymen? Brenda Jackson explores two vastly different cultures with a unique realism of their natives' behaviors. Her romantic scenes are explosive but tastefully done and the introduction of the five Westmoreland brothers, Dare, Storm, Thorn, Chase and Stone leaves you anticipating more from this family.
Reviewed by Dawn R. Reeves
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