The King of Shadowland is looking for a new wife. He asks surrounding kingdoms to send him their most worthy maidens so he may decide. Aldora is chosen by the King and Queen of Hesione to be their representation. An alliance with Shadowland is essential to combat the vicious Kellian warriors and keep peace within the kingdom.

To reach Shadowland, Aldora and her guards must voyage through the dangerous Kellian jungle. They are attacked and Aldora's guards are killed. Marak, the Prince and heir to the Shadowland throne, comes to her rescue. Not knowing her true purpose for traveling to Shadowland, he keeps his true identity a secret. Aldora falls in love with Marak but knows her duty. If chosen, she must marry the King.

Tempted is a steamy fantasy romance. The world the story is set in is rich and vivid. The chemistry between Marak and Aldora sizzles. Aldora is a sympathetic yet strong character. There are hints that there's been great tragedy in her life. Marak admires her strength and resilience as much as he does her beauty. The wonderfully paced sex scenes consist of hot jungle love and complement the budding romance. Tempted is everything an erotic fantasy romance should be.

Reviewed by: Kimber