Jewel of Atlantis (Atlantis, Book 2) [Mass Market Paperback]

Gena Showalter (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2006

All Atlantis seeks the Jewel of Dunamis, which legend claims can overcome any enemy. Grayson James, human agent of the ultra-secret Otherworld Bureau of Investigation, has orders to keep it from the wrong hands -- or destroy it. What he doesn't know is that Jewel is a woman, not a stone! But once he meets this precious gem, destroying her is the last thing on his mind . . .

Jewel, part goddess, part prophet, is a pawn in Atlantis's constant power struggles. She needs Gray's help to win freedom and uncover the secrets of her mysterious origins. Gray needs her wisdom to navigate monster-ridden Atlantis. But need blossoms into passionate love as they fight demons, dragons, vampires -- and a prophecy that says the bond between them could destroy them both.

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"Sexy, funny and downright magical!" -- USA TODAY bestselling author Katie McAllister

About the Author

Gena is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 25 books.

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: HQN Books (February 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373770960
• ISBN-13: 978-0373770960
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (42 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,166,120 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Gena Showalter is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 30 books, ranging from white-hot paranormal romances set all over the world (and even in some places that do not technically exit), sexy contemporary novels and thrilling young adult novels.

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30 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable read, February 1, 2006

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Deborah Wiley (Winter Haven, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jewel of Atlantis (Atlantis, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)

I never know whether to buy a Gena Showalter book. I absolutely love some of her books and yet haven't been able to finish other ones. This one wasn't as good as the fabulous HEART OF THE DRAGON but is still well worth reading. Gray James is sent to Atlantis by the Otherworld Bureau of Investigations (OBI) to obtain the Jewel of Dunamis. According to the Book of Ra Dracas, the Jewel of Denamis can predict the future and ascertain if someone is lying or being honest. Unfortunately for Gray, the Book also details a world full of vampires, demons, nymphs, and other creatures only found in myths. In the midst of fighting for his life, Gray hears a female's voice that guides him to safety and to her rescue from Marina, Queen of the Demons. The female identifies herself as Jewel, but doesn't tell him she is the Jewel he is searching for. In the process of rescuing Jewel, Gray is injured by both a demon and a vampire, creating a poison in him that would have killed him if not for the assistance of Jewel. Gray begins developing both vampire and demon characteristics while he and Jewel fall in love. Darius and Grace reappear from the HEART OF THE DRAGON and play a pivotal role in the conclusion of the novel. Overall, I enjoyed this book although I thought it took Gray too long to figure out that the female Jewel was in actuality the Jewel he was searching for. I particularly enjoyed the world of Atlantis that Ms. Showalter has created.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, Amazing, Amazing, February 19, 2006

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L. Hill "Author Extraordinaire" (Florida, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jewel of Atlantis (Atlantis, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)

This book blew me away. I'd come to expect great story telling with Ms.Showalter, owing both The Stone Prince and The Pleasure Slave and also The Heart of the Dragon.
Lovable characters, exciting places, fun scenarios, are what you get everytime, but with Jewel of Atlantis Ms.Showalter really out does herself. I was enthralled. In My opinion THE BACK OF THE BOOK DOES NOT DO IT JUSTICE, it's a much more complicated story line.
Jewel is a darling character who you come to care for, Gray is the perfect blend of Macho and Amusing. He's not too alpha in that it turns you off, he's just enough, and able to tease.
I HOPE SHE STICKS WITH ATLANTIS FOR A FEW MORE BOOKS, I'D BUY THEM ALL.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Highly polished writing!, February 12, 2006

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Anna Hope (PA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jewel of Atlantis (Atlantis, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)

Gena Showalter has shot forward as one of the best & most prolific fantasy/romance writers around.With new books by Showalter popping onto my wish list almost every month I was eager to read her follow up to the inspired Heart of the Dragon.

Showalter continues to build Atlantis into a vivid world that leaps off the pages. This time we meet far more of the creatures who inhabit the under water kingdoms.Grayson James, a sort of paranormal soldier of fortune, knows that there are weird lands & creatures out there. It's his job to plunder the alien secrets for the betterment & protection of the human race. But when he is sent after the Jewel of Dunamis he nearly meets his doom. The experience changes him...The Jewel ends up being, well Jewel. She's the woman who has haunted his dreams his entire life. She has watched him, through childhood & all the way through adulthood with his dangerous missions & erotic affairs. And now she knows he's coming for her.

Jewel must decide if she reveals her identity to Grayson. They pair up to survive the dangers of Atlantis with absolutly everyone after them. They end up seeking aid from the dragons and we meet up with several well known characters who I hope to see again in more showalter books. What are the vamps up too? Can we see the dragons get naked again in human form? Hmmm, yum.

My only critisism is that the ending was very rushed. Suddenly tho book which had built & built just ended with very little explanation. Maybe it's a tease to keep us interested? Well, I'm hooked!