Power of Persuasion (Arabesque) [Mass Market Paperback]

A.J. Grayson is truly believable as the 20-something-year-old computer geek PhD whose science and computer knowledge has developed an artificial intelligence system which may predict events as intriging as espionage and military operations. Recruited to use her system "Poppet" for something other than predicting consumer trends and product acceptance for the Grayson conglomerate, she is tasked by a US government espionage agency to help protect the newly enstalled king of Jafir, Damon Toca. The new king is anything but happy about the mantle that has been layed on his reluctant shoulders, but he tries to cope with his new and totally unexpected status with the help of the facinating A.J. Grayson. Mysteries and intrigue surround and abounds making for one of the most interesting and entertaining novels I've read this year . . . and the intimate interludes will have your toes curling!!

I truly look forward to Ms. Montgomery's next novel . . . hopefully in mainstream fiction with the length of the story equal to "The Emperor of Ocean Park" or "War and Peace" in the bedroom!! Five hardy cheers, Ms. Montgomery!!

Newly crowned king of Jafir, Damon Toca, has spent
most of his life honing his craft as a gallery owner;
but now must succumb to the life and the duties of
being the king. His cabinet has hired a consultant,
A.J. Grayson, without his consent. While skeptical of
A.J.'s highly touted secret invention, Damon is
looking forward to seeing A.J. again. Their brief
meeting at a wedding ceremony a few months earlier
sparked passion that Damon had never imagined he could
feel. As he and A.J. work to uncover the truth behind
the various [dangers], his feelings for A.J. simmer.

With deception, espionage and murder attempts
abounding, Damon isn't sure who he can trust. Damon
soon realizes that A.J. arouses more than just Damon's

suspicions. Treacherous adversaries [endanger] his
throne, his nation's peace and his possible future
with the woman he loves.

Selena Montgomery crafts an absolutely fascinating
storyline that weaves espionage, political unrest,
treachery, passion and love with ease. She presents
viable characters with depth and integrity that bring
life to a complex story of military intrigue. As
Damon and A.J. battle their own insecurity, they must
find strength and trust in one another to survive and
to find love. Power of Persuasion is a romantic
suspense story sure to bolt you to your seats and keep
you riveted as you turn each page.