Heart Quest

“If you've been waiting for someone to do futuristic romance right, you're in luck. Robin D. Owens is the author for you.”

—Jayne Castle

Praise for the futuristic fantasy of Robin D. Owens

“The romance is passionate, the characters engaging, and the society and setting exquisitely crafted.”

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Booklist

“Character-driven story, brilliant dialogue…terrific writing with a very realistic and sensual romance, make
Heart Choice
a fantastic read.”

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Romance Reviews Today

“Maintaining the ‘world-building' for science fiction and character-driven plot for romance is near impossible. Owens does it brilliantly.”

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The Romance Reader

“[A] well-written, humor-laced, intellectually and emotionally involving story, which explores the true meaning of family and love.”

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Library Journal

“
Heart Choice
is a wonderful book to lose yourself in for a while! I'll be anxiously awaiting the next book in this wonderfully imaginative series.”

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Romance Junkies

“[A] sexy story…Readers will enjoy revisiting this fantasy like world filled with paranormal talents.”

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Booklist

“An exhilarating love story…The delightful story line is cleverly executed…Owens proves once again that she is among the top rung of fantasy romance authors with this fantastic tale.”

—Harriet Klausner

“With engaging characters, Robin D. Owens takes readers back to the magical world of Celta…The characters are engaging, drawing the reader into the story and into their lives. They are multilayered and complex and grow into exceptional people.”

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Romance Reviews Today

“I loved
Heart Thief
! This is what futuristic romance is all about. Robin D. Owens writes the kind of futuristic romance we've all been waiting to read; certainly the kind that I've been waiting for. She provides a wonderful, gripping mix of passion, exotic futuristic settings, and edgy suspense. If you've been waiting for someone to do futuristic romance right, you're in luck; Robin D. Owens is the author for you.”

—Jayne Castle

“The complex plot and rich characterizations, not to mention the sexy passion…make this a must-read…I just wish Robin D. Owens wrote faster. I hope she's got a huge pile of ideas for future Celtan stories, and I for one can't wait to go back.”

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The Romance Reader

“Owens spins an entrancing tale…Although the setting is fresh and totally captivating, it is the well-developed characters, both human and animal, that make this story memorable. Crafty villains, honorable, resourceful protagonists, and sentient pets drive the plot of this fast-paced, often suspenseful romantic adventure. As have others before her(e.g., Anne McCaffrey, Marion Zimmer Bradley), Owens has penned a stunning futuristic tale that reads like fantasy and is sure to have crossover appeal to both SF and fantasy fans.”

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Library Journal

“Owens has crafted a fine romance that is also a successful science fantasy yarn with terrific world-building.”

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Booklist

“A tremendous science fiction romance that affirms what many fans thought after reading the prequel (
HeartMate
): that Robin D. Owens is one of the sub-genre's giant stars. The story line is faster than the speed of light, but more important is this world's society seems so real that psychic powers feel genuine…[a] richly textured other-planetary romance.”

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BookBrowser

Winner of the 2002 RITA Award for Best Paranormal Romance by the Romance Writers of America

“Engaging characters, effortless world-building, and a sizzling romance make this a novel that's almost impossible to put down.”

—
The Romance Reader

“Fantasy romance with a touch of mystery…Readers from the different genres will want Ms. Owens to return to Celta for more tales of HeartMates.”

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Midwest Book Review

“
HeartMate
is a dazzling debut novel. Robin D. Owens paints a world filled with characters who sweep readers into an unforgettable adventure with every delicious word, every breath, every beat of their hearts. Brava!”

—Deb Stover, award-winning author of
A Moment in Time

“A gem of a story…sure to tickle your fancy.”

—Anne Avery, author of
All's Fair

“It shines and fans will soon clamor for more…A definite keeper!”

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The Bookdragon Review

“This story is magical…doubly delicious as it will appeal to both lovers of fantasy and futuristic romance. Much room has been left for sequels.”

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Paranormal Romance Reviews

HEARTMATE

HEART THIEF

HEART DUEL

HEART CHOICE

HEART QUEST

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HEART QUEST

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Copyright © 2006 by Robin D. Owens.

Excerpt from
Heart Match
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To my editor, Cindy Hwang.
There are not enough words to express my thanks.