Play of Passion

Table of Contents

 

 

“This is a paranormal author who is at the top of her game! . . . You will want to revisit this love story again and again.”

 

“Another incredibly strong entry in the Psy-Changeling series, my very favorite in paranormal romance.”

 

“When it comes to delivering stories that grab you by the throat and don’t let go, Singh is in a class by herself!”

—Romantic Times
(Top Pick)

 

“Singh has really run with her Psy-Changeling world . . . a standout series among the paranormal romance on the market today.”

 

 

“An emotional masterpiece.”

 

“Another superb entry in what is easily my favorite paranormal series in romance.”

 

“An amazingly talented writer . . . She grabs the reader and doesn’t let go until the very end and leaves them begging for more . . . I give
Branded by Fire
and Nalini an enthusiastic 5 hearts.”

 

 

 

 

“Nalini Singh has penned another keeper . . . If you want a thrilling read with action, danger, passion, and drama, don’t miss Nalini Singh’s
Hostage to Pleasure
.”

 

“I continue to be amazed by Singh’s ability to draw the reader into the Psy-Changeling world.”

 

“An intriguing world that’s sure to keep readers coming back for more.”

 

“This series just continues to get better and more vibrant as it goes.”

 

“I commend Nalini Singh for writing a completely unique and utterly mesmerizing series.”

 

 

 

“Singh has done it again.
Mine to Possess
grabs you and never lets you go. This may be the best book of an already outstanding series.”

 

“WOW! ‘Brilliant’ is the best description for
Mine to Possess
. . . It just doesn’t get better than the best!”

 

“This book was fast paced and riveting. I can truthfully say that once you start reading it, you’ll find it impossible to put down!”

—Publishers Weekly
’s Beyond Her Book

 

“Ms. Singh’s world-building is as fascinating as the characters with whom she populates it.”

 

“Nalini Singh has done it again . . . [A] must read!”

—Fallen Angel Reviews
(Recommended Read)

 

 

 

“A sensual, dangerous adventure not to be missed.”

—Lora Leigh,
New York Times
bestselling author

 

“A compelling read with wonderfully developed characters and the strong world-building that has made Singh a star.”

 

“With a truly inspired mix of passion and danger, this story will keep you on the edge of your seat. [It] will surely earn itself a place among your favorites.”

 

 

 

“Breathtaking blend of passion, adventure, and the paranormal. I wished I lived in the world Singh has created. This is a keeper!”

—Gena Showalter,
New York Times
bestselling author

 

“This author just moved to the top of my auto-buy list.”

 

“Brace yourselves because . . . [it] will set all your senses ablaze and leave your fingers singed with each turn of the page.
Visions of Heat
is that intense!”

 

“I don’t think there is a single paranormal series as well planned, well written, and downright fantabulous as Ms. Singh’s Psy-Changeling series.”

 

 

“I LOVE this book! It’s a must read for all of my fans. Nalini Singh is a major new talent.”

—Christine Feehan,
New York Times
bestselling author

 

“An electrifying collision of logic and emotion . . . A volcanic start to a new series that’ll leave you craving for more.”

 

“Make room for [
Slave to Sensation
] on your keeper shelf.”

 

“A sensual romance set in an alternate reality America with just a bit of mystery to keep readers flipping pages.”

SLAVE TO SENSATION
VISIONS OF HEAT
CARESSED BY ICE
MINE TO POSSESS
HOSTAGE TO PLEASURE
BRANDED BY FIRE
BLAZE OF MEMORY
BONDS OF JUSTICE
PLAY OF PASSION

 

ANGELS’ BLOOD
ANGELS’ PAWN
(A Berkley Sensation eSpecial)
ARCHANGEL’S KISS

 

AN ENCHANTED SEASON
(with Maggie Shayne, Erin McCarthy, and Jean Johnson)
THE MAGICAL CHRISTMAS CAT
(with Lora Leigh, Erin McCarthy, and Linda Winstead Jones)
MUST LOVE HELLHOUNDS
(with Charlaine Harris, Ilona Andrews, and Meljean Brook)
BURNING UP
(with Angela Knight, Virginia Kantra, and Meljean Brook)

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PLAY OF PASSION

 

A Berkley Sensation Book / published by arrangement with the author

 

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Berkley Sensation mass-market edition / November 2010

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In alphabetical order by first name

 

Abel Riviere
SD soldier, father of Indigo and Evangeline

Andrew Kincaid
SD tracker, brother of Riley and Brenna

Anthony Kyriakus
Psy Councilor, father of Faith

Ashaya Aleine
Psy member of DR, former Council scientist, mated to Dorian

Ben
SD pup

Brace
SD juvenile

Brenna Kincaid
SD tech, mated to Judd, sister of Andrew and Riley

Devraj Santos
Director of the Shine Foundation, one of the Forgotten (Psy who dropped out of the PsyNet over a hundred years ago and intermarried with the changeling and human populations)

Dorian Christensen
DR sentinel, mated to Ashaya

Elias
SD soldier, mated to Yuki, father of Sakura