**Courtesy of CK2S Kwips & Kritiques**

For hundreds of years, they have repeated the same pattern. Kalyss is reborn and, aided by the trusty Geoffrey, attempts to restore her lost love to life.

Trapped in stone, Dreux has watched, helpless, as the love of his life is murdered again and again.

But this time the cycle has changed, and the differences may mean success for our heroic couple. It must, else all they’ve fought for is lost forever.

Newcomer Jamie Leigh Hansen tackles a complex and intriguing story in her first published novel, Betrayed, proving she has the mettle for a career in the writing arena. Ably crafting a fascinating tale that spanning a full millennium, the author never loses the reader, even with numerous flashbacks interjected throughout the story. Indeed, the way these flashbacks are strategically placed keeps the suspense high as the story unfolds.

In Kalyss, Ms. Hansen creates a heroine who is powerful in her own right, both of spirit and body. Although she certainly has help from her companions and hero at times, Kalyss is fully capable of defending herself and is never hesitant to come to the aid of another. She is truly a woman to be admired, and it is no wonder that our hero falls passionately in love with her.

Dreux is the stuff dreams are made of – a hero who is more than willing to protect those he loves, but is quick to recognize when his heroine needs to do for herself. His unending patience and consideration for Kalyss will melt the readers’ hearts, if his absolute hunkiness doesn’t get them first!

Jamie Leigh Hansen should be proud of her first book. Betrayed is a story of love, forgiveness, and loyalty that will be certain to have her readers eagerly awaiting her next release!

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