Galena and Reese - slight overlap with the first book (Reese in the battle), then on from there. Like the first book - interesting setting, well-done characters (though a trifle sketchy - it took me a while to figure out what Galena's hangup was), and really rotten editing. The most common error this time was site for sight (they ducked out of site, it was a wonderful site...arrrgh). It's still enough to bump me out of the story every time. I was a little annoyed about the new extra "magical" race, that's been there and influencing people all along - talk about retconning. A lot of very explicit sex, too. There's still enough of a story that despite all these annoyances I enjoyed reading it and want to go on to the rest of the series...but it's never going to be a favorite. ( )

Title: Healing Eden
Author: Rhenna Morgan
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Series: The Eden Series # 2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Healing Eden" by Rhenna Morgan

My Thoughts.....

I liked how this paranormal romance story picks up where the first series left off, so I would definitely suggest you read the first series so you will know what has happened in the past especially for two main characters Lexi and Eryx [the king and his wife]. Now, we find this this series is featuring Reese and Galena. It was quite a interesting journey for Reese who becomes a prisoner and Galena seeming to be falling for him. Will these two be forced to come to some decisions that will change their lives as 'Individuals and as a couple? This was one interesting read of where 'the world is divided basically into those who wish to overthrow the rulers and enslave humans against the Myren's of Eden.' This rebellion issue that involved Maxis [Reese's half brother] was quite a interesting one seeing how it all plays out with its twist and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat turning the pages to see what is coming next. Will Reese and Ery's sister, Galena find their HEA? I don't want to tell to much other than say if you like a good paranormal series you have come to the right place to get a good read. Now on to the next series for me: 'Waking Eden.' ( )

We got a bit of a preview of the main characters in book 1 Unexpected Eden; Reese Theron and Galena Shantos. Reese is injured, captured and treated as the enemy. Galena's duty is to her gifts and as she heals an injured Reese, she realizes that he is her fated mated. Reese has loved her for ages from afar, when he trained with her brother Ramsay as part of the royal guards. Having betrayed the royal family and reluctantly becoming a part of the rebellion, he is determined to reveal the truth behind his defection. He must prove to them, especially to Ramsay who was once a close friend and confidante. that his intentions are honorable and he will do everything to gain their trust and aid them in their quest to capture Maxis and end the rebellion.

But there are darker forces at work and they are the driving force behind Maxis' pursuit of the rebellion. Reese must reveal his deepest darkest secrets so that he can win the favor of the Shantos family, make Galena his mate and help save the Myren race and Eden. A passionate and emotional book with plenty of action and supernatural elements.

ARC provided in exchange for an honest review. ( )