Raine Tallentyre always tried to heed her late Aunt Vella's advice—and keep her paranormal abilities a secret. But when she journeys to Shelbyville, Washington, to clear out her aunt's house, Raine's highly developed sensitivity leads her to a horrifying discovery: a young woman is held captive in a basement storage locker. And her kidnapper is on the loose.
Without warning, a new man enters Raine's life—investigator Zack Jones. While Raine hears voices, Zack sees visions, and suddenly Raine experiences an intense, thrilling intimacy with him that she never dared to expect. There's one complication, however: Zack is working for the secret Arcane Society. Dedicated to the study of paranormal phenomena, the organization lost Raine's trust long ago, when it shattered her family with an act of betrayal.
Now, as a killer makes her his target, and a cabal of psychic criminals known as Nightshade operates in the shadows surrounding them, Raine and Zack must rely not just on their powerful abilities but on each other as well.
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"This is a cute summer read. Raine has psychic powers but is not a member of the Arcane Society because her father was thrown out years before. She meets up with Zach Jones a member of the Society assigned to watch her. They become mixed up in murder and mayhem, while trying to figure out what happened to Raine's Aunt."
— Holly (4 out of 5 stars)
" This was a pretty good story not a favorite but riveting. "
— Casey, 2/15/2014" Woman with paranormal abilities helps solve cold case crimes "
— Rebecca, 2/15/2014" I enjoyed the story while hating the paperback format. (The make-my-hands-cramp stupid venti mmpb.) "
— ms, 2/14/2014" As I said before whatever name she writes under - be it Jayne Ann Krentz, Amanda Quick, Stephanie James, or Jane Bently - she always hits a home run with me. "
— Paula, 2/4/2014" I loved this story, the mystery part had me guessing until the very end and the romance was hot. But I must admit that I'm a die hard Jayne Ann Krentz fan I love everything she writes under all her different names. I think I must have every book she has every written or close to it. "
— Ann, 2/1/2014" This is an interesting series - though the writing is not great. "
— doug, 1/23/2014" Love it! My favorite along with White Lies, it definitely sizzles and burns! "
— Cam, 1/22/2014" Raine's family have steered clear of the Arcane Society because the society destroyed Raine's childhood. Now someone is killing "witches," and Raine needs the help of Zack Jones from the Arcane Society. SIZZLE AND BURN is more unpredictable than most of Krentz's popular novels. "
— Joy, 1/20/2014" I really liked this book. I have read other books by Jayne Ann Krentz but I had not read previous Arcane Society books. Now that I read this, I would like to read the others. I have recommended it to others I know would appreciate the content. "
— Kelly, 1/20/2014" Good paranormal mystery--as are most of her books written from this perspective. "
— Cheryl, 1/15/2014" another compelling story in the Arcane Society series. I loved Raine and Zack. The villain is terrifyingly portrayed. Expect a few chills when getting into his head! I am fascinated by all the different kinds of psychic talents explored in these books. "
— Kelley, 12/9/2013" Enjoyable. I'll keep reading this series, but there's nothing to rave about like in some books. "
— Minde, 11/24/2013" Intrigue and romance work well together. Good read. "
— Stephy, 11/16/2013" This book didnt work as a mystery or romance. Kinda tired of the Arcance Society theme too. "
— Pat, 10/5/2013" Yum, yum, yum, lovely, lovely, lovely... "
— Carrie, 10/1/2013" I'm following her arcane society books so when I find one I read it. They pretty much are the same book over and over, the plots are always the same but since I started reading them I've just continued...lol "
— Sonia, 9/15/2013" Pretty good escape reading. Fun romance, mystery, and paranormal abilities. "
— Laura, 8/15/2013" Oh it makes me think that Zack so cute and manly. like bossing people around but he still sounds sexy :P "
— Tabitha, 5/9/2013" It's fluff reading - perfect with a cup of coffee. "
— Lee, 4/15/2013" I was scared when right in the beginning an aura camera was mentioned, I thought it was going to be like the first one again... It wasn't there were different gifts in this one, but it still felt very much the same. Wish we would hear about the previous couples. "
— Laurie, 11/29/2012" Spent a lazy Saturday morning reading this, but I think I'll take a bit of break before continuing on with the series. I wouldn't want to get tired of it since I'm really enjoying it right now. "
— Jennifer, 11/8/2012" I enjoyed reading more about the Arcane Society, and all its members with paranormal talents. The talents are real ones that people have, they are not made up. The plot is kind of predictable, but it's a fast paced and fun read. Something good for when you are in the mood for something light. "
— Jean, 7/7/2012" I enjoyed this light read, it did have a plot and interesting characters, if at bit of the wall premise. "
— Elizabeth, 5/23/2012" I'm in love with the Arcane series. The paranormal element is minor in the scheme of an excellent contemporary romance. The only thing I did not like was how quickly the heroine ended up in bed with the hero. "
— Mollie, 2/25/2012" very good, i enjoyed it "
— Jeanette78, 9/27/2011" The books in this series seem to be alike in the theme, just different characters... "
— Sharon, 6/13/2011" Spent a lazy Saturday morning reading this, but I think I'll take a bit of break before continuing on with the series. I wouldn't want to get tired of it since I'm really enjoying it right now. "
— Jennifer, 4/26/2011" The books in this series seem to be alike in the theme, just different characters... "
— Sharon, 3/3/2011" Yum, yum, yum, lovely, lovely, lovely... "
— Carrie, 1/29/2011" best arcane book ive read yet! "
— Alisa, 1/28/2011" still think it's great.<br/><br/>ini juga talent yang cukup menganggu klo dimiliki, serem d "
— Sienny, 1/11/2011" This story line is additive. Each book has new characters, but all follow the same theme. "
— Alex, 12/30/2010" The Arcane Society series of book are always smoking hot! Once I picked it up I couldn't put it down. "
— Toya, 12/27/2010" Raine's family have steered clear of the Arcane Society because the society destroyed Raine's childhood. Now someone is killing "witches," and Raine needs the help of Zack Jones from the Arcane Society. SIZZLE AND BURN is more unpredictable than most of Krentz's popular novels. "
— Joy, 12/11/2010" I kept thinking a page or two was missing here and there. Little gaps in the story. Nevertheless it's my favorite so far of the Arcane books. "
— Barbara, 11/28/2010" I love the arcane society "
— Michele, 11/13/2010" Same ranking and review as the previous 2-the 2nd book has a better review written because I actually wrote the review right after reading the book. "
— Kara, 11/5/2010" Nice light paranormal romance, continuing on the Arcane Society series of novels that started under Krentz's Amanda Quick pseudonym "
— Carol, 10/30/2010Amanda Quick, the author of numerous historical romances, is a pseudonym for Jayne Ann Krentz, the author of many New York Times bestsellers. She writes contemporary romantic suspense novels under the Krentz name, as well as futuristic romance novels under the pseudonym Jayne Castle. There are nearly thirty million copies of her books in print.