Right away, I loved the dark tone Crystal Collier used to tell Alexia’s story in Moonless. Alexia is an intriguing character because she’s not beautiful, and in 1768 she feels no gentleman would want to be matched to her due to her too-thin frame and sunken jowls. Just in the first chapter we are thrust into a mystery revolving around a cloaked stranger with the brightest blue eyes, Alexia’s nightmares, and Weeping House (a mansion said to be haunted). When Alexia wakes in the middle of the night to find she is utterly beautiful and then moments later stumbles onto a murder, we are promised an intriguing story with countless twists and mysteries.

Kiren, the strange man with piercing blue eyes, captivates Alexia with his presence. He also captivated me. I wanted to know more about him. The little bit Crystal Collier shared with us in the beginning was excruciating! I wanted more. But it was worth waiting for. Trust me!

Crystal Collier is a master at creating a haunting tale and memorable characters. I couldn’t read this book fast enough! The romance is breath-taking. The suspense is nail-biting. The mystery is intoxicating. I am thrilled Soulless, book two, will be coming out soon. You can bet I’ll be reading it. I am a big fan of Crystal Collier!