When I first heard the Jim Butcher's wife was writing a novel, I was rather sceptical. I had read a few of the Dresden File books and loved them, and figured Shannon was just jumping onto his coattails. (Can you blame me? Stephen and Tabitha strike a bell with anyone?) When I read No Regrets however, I was immediately hooked, and had to eat a small serving of crow. Damn that woman can write- and Burning Alive, her first paranormal romance is no exception. Right away the chemistry between Drake and Helen sizzled on the page- I couldn't get enough of these fantastic characters and the intriguing world that Shannon had created. My only criticism is that I have to wait NINE months for the next installment!