Aphrodite's Kiss (Time of Your Life) [Mass Market Paperback]

A heroine whose senses are so ultra-sensitive, she's almost orgasmic just eating a chocolate bar........she's also got x-ray vision and can see thru things, including men's pants! A heroine who has a very important decision to make before her 25th birthday.....you see, Zoe Smith is a halfling.......her mother is a mortal, her dad a Protector (from Greek and Roman mythology) and that makes Zoe a "goddess"....If she decides to become a complete mortal, she'll lose all memory and association with her dad and half-brother, Hale..... If she decides to become a Protector (rescuing mortals from various perils, such as fires, car crashes and the likes) she must pass various tests without any advanced notice...AND she must tell her mortal mom, who, years ago, left her husband when she found out he was a Protector! As if Zoe didn't have enough problems, enter George Bailey Taylor, ex-cop, now turned PI...........as soon as Zoe saw him, her insides were turned all around.....she knew she wanted him, but how could she possibly make love to a man, especially a mortal, when she practically burns at the slightest touch! Imagine the heat emanating when making love! Besides having to make these difficult decisions, Zoe had another job...........unbeknownst to her, the fate of the entire human population was in her hands! Could she save the world?? Could she get her man?? Could she learn how to levitate objects properly?? This book had everything...zaniness, romance, tenderness, unique plot, laughter on every page, best group of characters (including Deena and Hoop from The Cat's Fancy) who could play off each other, thrills,plenty of action, and villains!! ........It reminds me of the great screwball comedies of the 30's....only better (and funnier!) It's the work of a genius (or, at least, of an author who must have been a great stand-up comedienne in another life) This author hasn't disappointed me yet....for some reason, even though she writes romantic comedies, her characters not only keep me having to cross my legs from laughing so hard, but they also warm the cockles of my heart......I find them unforgettable, likeable and certainly not the run-of-the-mill type of heroes/heroines!! I do believe that the author, herself, is not an ordinary author...she, too, is exceptional! Julie Kenner is one extremely talented woman, whose books I just can't get enough of....I truly and highly recommend this book to one and all! If we had a 10-star rating, I'd want to give it at least a 15!!

Fans of THE CAT'S FANCY will love the return of Julie Kenner's zany characters in her latest release, APHRODITE'S KISS. Irrepressible as ever, Ms Kenner has outdone herself in this outrageous, sexy, savvy love story of superhero proportions.

Controlling superhero powers is like living an episode of The Twilight Zone for Zoë Smith. The taste of chocolate bring about uncontrollable responses. X-ray vision can be controlled by glasses, but other senses register with fearsome clarity. Yet Zoë has yet to levitate or steer a propulsion cloak with any degree of control. Considered a halfing, because she's half mortal and half Protector, Zoë has to pass her twenty-fifth birthday tests to become a member of the Counsel. In her case, the test includes saving the world.

George Bailey Taylor isn't the typical hero. His endearing qualities make George remarkably human, such as when he meets assistant librarian Zoë, and he finds himself turning into a "tongue-tied idiot." Undeniably sexy, George also has money trouble, seeking lost change in his car to buy a soda and hotdog for supper. So when a man promises $10,000 for the recovery a family heirloom, with a worthwhile deposit, George leaps at the opportunity. Little does he realize how his quest for the family heirloom will dovetail with his new romantic interest.

With her characteristic flair, Kenner will have the reader laughing till tears come at the marvelous antics and sparkling dialogue. Richly created characters, an outrageous plot, and a loveable ferret make APHRODITE'S KISS is a keeper. Do I see another promise of a story line from Zoë's overly protective brother? Very highly recommended.

George Bailey Taylor, " was having a rotten day. The police department wanted to put him behind a desk just because he had a bullet in his leg; his private investigator job was going nowhere, and his love life sucked.. His foster sister, Lane, kept trying to play matchmaker with all her weirdo friends, but when he finally met "The One," he managed to anger her with his questions about her co-worker The first time Zoe Smith saw Taylor her highly tuned senses went into overdrive. He was gorgeous, exuded masculinity and had that protective air about him that made her feel all safe and loved when around him. He also made her want to look over her glasses and see what he looked like under his clothes. But until she had her super powers under control, the Council would not let her use them. She was a halfling, descendent of the goddess Aphrodite, and a mortal. This rollicking tale of supernatural powers, saving the world and falling in love all at the same time is nothing short of hilarious. And when the two of them finally start concentrating on each other, the fireworks literally explode! A wonderful tale of true love conquering all, in both worlds!