Paperback: 356 Pages
Genre: Paranormal Romantic Thriller
Series: Dirk & Steele: Book 5
“Eye of Heaven”
by Marjorie M. Liu
Book Five: Dirk & Steele Series
“Liu’s screenplay-worthy dialogue, vivid action and gift for the punchy, unexpected metaphor rockets her tale high above the pack. Readers of early Laurell K. Hamilton, Charlaine Harris and the best thrillers out there should try Liu now and catch a rising star.”
—Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
Back Cover Summary:
Dirk & Steele had a creed: Protect the innocent in secrecy. No member of the Agency was “normal”. Each was an outcast, a pariah, a beneficent shadow living under the sun but rarely in its warmth. “Blue” Perrineau was no different. And now, when it was clear that darker shadows existed in the world–people who followed no rule under heaven–every secret was a liability. Blue would soon see.
They came from all over the world to observe Iris’s lithe, catlike body and her affintiy for wild creatures. But beyond the celebrity of the Las Vegas footlghts, a blackness grew. All eyes were upon her, seeking, judging… coveting. But one gaze was that of a savior, a man of electricity and mystery–a mystery as deep and convoluted as her own. And together, they might yet see the dawn.
Excerpt:
“You always like to spy on girls while they sleep?” Iris asked the darkness. The shadow moved and walked toward the pen.
“I’m sorry,” said the man, quiet. “But I was only trying to help. You shouldn’t be here. Not like this.”
“And you’re my protector?” Iris tilted her head. “I can take care of myself.”
She thought he smiled. “I guess that means you’re bulletproof, then. Nice talent to have.”
“Yeah,” she replied, standing. “I’m remarkable that way.”
He was lean, with broad shoulders and narrow hips, garbed in clothers with dark clean lines that looked highly tailored and expensive. Good taste, if nothing else. A man who was primed and ready for a night in a high-end yuppie club, a martini–shaken, not stirred–in his large elegant hand.
Stacy’s Review:
This is the first of Marjorie M. Liu’s books that I have read; and even though I read this “Dirk & Steele” series out of sequence, I didn’t feel as though I missed a thing.
“When Blue, an electrokinetic and a member of the Dirk & Steele detective agency, is sent to Las Vegas to track down his half-brother, he finds himself embroiled in an organ smuggling plot—and protecting a young beauty who is more than she appears.”
–http://www.marjoriemliu.com/books.html
Liu grabbed me in and held my attention from the very first page. I did not want to put this one down until I had read the entire thing. It was that amazing! I love the way she writes: flawless rhythm, wonderful imagery, excitement, intrigue, and terrific dialogue! The action scenes are ‘on-the-edge-of-your-seat’ good. No. They’re outstanding! What a rush! I nearly forgot that I was reading a romance, and let me tell you… Marjorie M. Liu knows how to build the tension in that department as well.
Everything about “Eye of Heaven” was well worth the read, exceptionally entertaining with an original, interesting plot. Her characters come to life on the pages and will stay with you in your memories for some time to come. I have to say that I enjoyed this book immensely, and can’t hardly wait to read the rest in the Dirk & Steele series.
Heck! I want to read every single book that Marjorie M. Liu has written. I really like this author! 
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