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Winds of the Storm

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It was good to be invited back to the House of Le Veq. Not only did we get another African American history lesson from Beverly Jenkins but we also got romance and some amusing situations. Again Ms Jenkins has done it again with her story of Archer Le Veq and Zahara (Butterfly/Madame Domino). Ms Jenkins can't write them fast enough for her fans, but when she does they are well worth the wait. Keep it up, Lady B.

Archer Le Veq's story was long awaited. He is the oh-so-sexy (and I do mean toe curling SEXY) younger brother of Raimond Le Veq (Indigo, Through the Storm) and he meets the seductive Zahra Lafayette also known as "the Butterfly."

The story centers around Archer's and Zahra's from-the-beginning attraction to one another, their lives as spies and a mission that brings them together. I was pleased to be able to catch up with Raimond, and his wife Sable, as well as Archer's other brothers, the "Brats" and their mother, Juliana.

As with all Beverly Jenkins books, this story (I read it in a day) is filled with excellent history lessons, intrigue and passionate, heart-pounding, mind-blowing love scenes that hold you until the last page. Archer was all that and then some!!

I hope to hear more about the other Le Veq siblings. I've read all Beverly's books and each one takes my breath away. I can't wait until her next one due in November. Until then, it may be a long summer!

Read this and all Beverly's books!

I read all Bev Jenkins' books. Her Historicals and Contemporaries are all great. However, I felt just a little something had been missing since her first five novels were written. This Book makes up for everything. The Heroine is totally admirable and awesome. The Hero is gorgeous and a gentleman. A sexy gentleman. A female Spy during the civil war and afterwards. He is a Gens de coleur, rich and a former spy. Great combo. Tons of Action. Totally Erotic. And, the scene between Zahra (Heroine) her straight razor, Archer's (Hero) Former Mistress and her Voodoo using Aunt is Great! Read it just to be proud of Black Folk contributions during the Civil War. (And the Erotica). Or just for the pure enjoyment and excitement.

Beverly Jenkins has written another wonderful, romantic, phenomenal story.

Zahara LaFayette, known as the Butterfly, is asked by Harriett "Araminta" Tubman to assist the President with seeking out "Death Books". (I don't want to give too much away) Accepting the challenge, Zahara assumes the roll of Madame Domino and she travels to the City of New Orleans to begin her serach. While there she encounters Archer Le Veq, brother of Raimond Le Veq. (Through the Storm). Zahara rescued Archer in a prior mission and their paths are about to meet again.

Like all of Jenkins novels, the history is wonderful, the characters are fasinating, funny, mysterious and loving. The romance is breathtaking and it leaves you panting for more.

I can't wait until the next romance begins.

Peace and Blessings!!

In 1871 South Carolina Harriet "Araminta" Tubman informs Zahra Lafayette that President Grant wants her to look how strong the storm winds are blowing in New Orleans that could undo much of the freedom the former slaves have obtained. Her prize for helping the President is land for her parents though by law they should have gained the acreage as freedmen by now. Reluctantly she agrees to go undercover as renowned Madam Domino.

In New Orleans, Domino meets wealthy Archer Le Veq, whom she rescued from certain death in 1863; still she hides her identity behind her domino mask. Hotel owner Archer is intrigued by the rumors of the owner of the most exclusive brothel in town. He plans to unmask her and more in his bed. Though attracted to Archer, Zahra must stay focused for distraction could lead to a fatal mistake as dangerous murders with "death books" frequent her part of the city.

WINDS OF THE STORM, the sequel to THROUGH THE STORM, is a great Reconstruction Era romantic intrigue starring two courageous individuals supported by a captivating historical foundation. The story line is action-packed with historical tidbits cleverly interwoven into the invigorating plot. However, it is the cast especially the romance between the lead pair and the insight into the city that makes Beverly Jenkins latest tale a must read for Americana fans.

Harriet Klausner

After a friend loaned me Indigo a few years ago, I have become a true fan of Beverly Jenkins books. This book has not disappointed me. In her unique writing style of history, romance, heroism, and hot black love, Winds of the Storm is unforgettable.
Archer LeVeq (love the name), and the union dispatcher Zahra Lafayette made quite a team. In an Era when murder and mayhem to people of color were acceptable, it was good to read the early accounts of a black CIA organization led by Harriet Tubman to end this type of violence. Zahra was smart brave and strong. She exemplified what we've know all along, strength come in all races of people. The love story and the hot lovemaking scenes were the cherry on top of the sundae. I look forward to the stories of the other LeVeq brothers. Beverly, keep em coming. I'm a big fan for life!

I have all of Beverly Jenkins stories and this one doesn't disappoint!! As always with her novels, I read it in one day! Masterfully told love story with a historic account of the happenings of the race at that time. I anxiously await the next novel due out in November!!

As usual Beverly, the gracious lady of African American Historical romance has written a scorcher. Loved the heroine and Archer Le Veg is sexy sexy sexy. The cover art is tremendous too. If you want a history lesson with a lot of heat, you've come to the right place.

I really don't want to say much about the book only that it was an incredible, fantastic, and an intelligent read. Ms. Jenkins just keeps getting better with each book. I don't know how she does it, but I must say that she takes much pride in her work and offers an enormous amount of detail to the times and causes inwhich she writes. "Winds of the Storms" offers this and so much more. And, I must add that the love scenes are heated, passionate, and they deliver. I found myself dreaming about what I previously read. I can't wait for her next mordern tale to come out in November. Ms. Jenkins is by far the best romance writer of all times. Thank you Ms. Jenkins and may God continue to bless you.

This was a fascinating novel. I'd love to go back in time and befriend these characters. Ms. Jenkins is not only a great storyteller but her stories are filled with insightful history. Archer and his brothers are so suave and debonair, and Zahra is beautiful and graceful...just like a butterfly!