One Dance with the Sheikh
2 Stars

Laurel Kincaid is tired of being the perfect daughter, perfect sister, and perfect fiancée. She needs a little excitement in her life, and a trip to Las Vegas with a complete stranger fits the bill. Little does she know that her partner on this jaunt, Rakin Whitcomb Abdellah, has more serious plans in mind - ones that include a marriage of convenience.

The books in this Harlequin series have been hit and miss, and this, unfortunately, falls into the latter category.

Laurel and Rakin have good chemistry and their interactions are sizzling. That said, the entire situation is completely contrived and the conflict annoying. Laurel was well aware that Rakin had no interest in anything other than a short and convenient marriage, yet has a hissy fit when he reminds her of the fact. Rakin for his part overcomes his reluctance to remain married and father children far too quickly.

Once again, there is no development in the ongoing mystery of who killed Reginald Kincaid although the identity of the culprit is becoming more clear with the character's every appearance.

The next book is the final installment, and based on the snippets at the end of each of the other books, I am looking forward to Jack and Nikki's story. I really hope it lives up to expectations. ( )