In the Company of Witches (Berkley Sensation) [Mass Market Paperback]

Joey W. Hill (Author)

Book Description

Release date: May 1, 2012 | Series: Berkley Sensation

Experience Joey W. Hill’s scintillating blend of modern-day witchcraft, ancient evil, and the magical tricks men and women play in the name of love…

All witch and part succubus, savvy businesswoman Raina has converted a Southern plantation house into an extremely profitable old-fashioned bordello. Because of her abilities as a witch, the demons under Raina’s protection can feed off the sexual energy of their clients without killing them—definitely a good thing for repeat business.

 

But when a rogue incubus shows up on Raina’s doorstep begging for asylum, the witch’s well-run business is put in jeopardy. The incubus has stolen an object of great power from Lucifer, and Underworld Dark Guardian Mikhael will do anything to get it back—even if it means incinerating the incubus on Raina’s porch to get the answers he seeks.

 

Not to be trifled with, Raina enters a dangerous match of wits with Mikhael to achieve their mutual goals—only to discover that the reluctant attraction between them is the most hazardous game of all…

Editorial Reviews

Review

“In theory, a story about a madam who runs a brothel full of demons and a sadistic guardian of the Underworld should not hold such appeal. But Joey W. Hill not only makes it work, she also creates characters with whom I would like to be friends.….Raina is hands-down one of the best female characters I have encountered in fiction. She is strong in witchcraft and in character and acts as a combination of mentor and mother for her succubi…. Mikhael makes the perfect foil for her by matching her in strength and allowing her to be vulnerable with him. Dominant to the core, he’s able to give Raina the boundaries she needs to feel truly secure.…. I’m pleased to say [In the Company of Witches] exceeded my already lofty expectations….The release of the third book in the Arcane Shot series cannot happen soon enough for me.” –All About Romance (Desert Isle Keeper review)

 "Joey W. Hill impresses me with every word she writes." --Joyfully Reviewed

"Everything Joey W. Hill writes just rocks my world." --Jaci Burton

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Berkley; Original edition (May 1, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0425250849
• ISBN-13: 978-0425250846
• Product Dimensions: 4.1 x 1.1 x 6.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #891,558 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Joey W. Hill writes contemporary and paranormal erotic romance. Her characters include everything from vampires, mermaids, witches and angels, to boardroom executives, cops and simple housemaids. With four series and almost thirty titles available, she has been nominated three consecutive years for a Career Achievement award in Erotica by Romantic Times.

Free excerpts from all her works are available at www.storywitch.com, and additional vignettes, character interviews and graphics inspired by the work are at the fan forum site, www.jwhconnection.com. Subscribe to her newsletter from her home page and receive the latest info about appearances and releases.

Though much of her work is BDSM, she has built her reputation on award-winning romances with absorbing characters who not only attract fans of the genre, but readers who would "never" read BDSM romance. "Whatever genre you're writing, if the characters are compelling and sympathetic, the readers are going to want to see what happens to them. It can be the coolest storyline ever, but if the reader could care less whether the hero or heroine survive (in fact, in some cases they may be rooting for their destruction just so they can be done with the darn thing), then it's not a story worth reading."

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding second offering in this series May 1, 2012

By Betty

Format:Mass Market Paperback

If you haven't read the first story in this series, "Something About Witches", I recommend reading them in order, however this book is great as a standalone also. The description sums the book up nicely so I won't repeat that. I highly recommend reading this book, you will not be disappointed. If you follow Ms. Hill's work, you will find this book close to the style we all know and love her for writing. The chemistry between Mikhael and Raina sizzles and leaps off the pages. Yes, that translates to very hot sex!! This is a contemporary story, and there are some laugh out loud moments along the way that all women can relate too. The story flows very well and keeps the reader turning the page for more throughout the entire book. While there are some moments of "will there be a happily ever after", don't despair, the books ends very well and you will find this is another keeper for your bookshelf. I can't wait for the next offering in this series.....

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Kisses, TwoLips Reviews June 26, 2012

By Linda D. Crooks

Format:Kindle Edition

Reviewed for TwoLips Reviews
5 Kisses
2 Peppers, M/F BDSM (more implied than explicit)

We first met Raina in the first book of the series; she's one of Ruby's closest friends. Raina has turned an old southern plantation into a modern day bordello, and her employees are succubi and incubi. Raina herself is half sex demon. She's able to control the powers of her employees so they're able to feed from the sexual energy of their clients without killing them, so the business is pretty successful. It also means she's got some very loyal employees.

A rogue incubus shows up on her doorstep, being chased by a Dark Guardian. And wouldn't you know it, that pursuer is none other than Mikhael Roman, Ruby's former booty-call squeeze, a coldhearted bastard who has a taste for rough sex. He's intrigued by what he sees beneath Raina's surface, and she can't resist the opportunity he presents, because with him she doesn't have to hold back when they have sex, for fear of killing him. And the fact that he's very sexually dominant adds yet another layer to his irresistibility. But that rogue incubus is being hunted by a demon far more ruthless than Mikhael, and now Raina's heart isn't the only thing in grave danger.

It takes a deft hand to make a hero out of a villainous character from a previous book, and Joey W. Hill apparently has the right brand of genius to do it. Raina and Mikhael are amazing together. They're well matched, strong, and uncompromising. Neither has ever been in a real relationship, and they're surprised by what they're feeling. Raina has found someone she can trust for the first time in her life, even while she's sure it's temporary. Be ready for intense emotions, a new view of the balance between light and dark, really great supporting characters, vivid details, a fast pace, less violence than what was in book one of the series despite the darker hero, scorching hot sex, and one of the most surprising heroes you may ever read. Yeah, In The Company of Witches is all that and more.

I would recommend reading this series in order so you can get a true appreciation for just how amazing Mikhael is as a hero.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This Joey Hill fan is still smiling July 23, 2012

By P. Godwin

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Witches and seduction. This series will bind the characters to your soul as they run from demons, fight with magic and free fall into the very bowels of hell. I devoured the first two books in the series and anxiously await the next release.