In 1812 Ireland, Kate Raselbury is a governess to young women. One evening at a ball, while she is searching for one of her charges, Kate discovers a pot of gold.  Surprised and her thoughts quickly going over her future with the use of the gold, Kate never considered the original owner of the gold until he makes himself known. She can’t let him have the gold, she found it, and she needs it desperately.

Declan didn’t expect anyone, especially a beautiful young woman to find his pot of gold. His survival depends on keeping the gold and Declan tries to convince Kate to return what is rightfully his. However, Kate is a formidable foe and shows that she’s not just a governess but also quite the woman with a head for business.

Kate and Declan heat up the pages, stir the imagination of the reader and keep us entertained throughout Rainbow’s Desire by Leanne Shawler. With a great blend of the paranormal and erotic sensuality, this story seduces the reader. Declan is enchanting as a leprechaun with a mission who touches one’s heart.  The quick and fun dialogue between the characters keeps up the fast-pace of this great adventure.

Leanne Shawler blends magic, paranormal and the beauty of Ireland, which comes to life in this hot erotic tale, which leaves a reader wanting her very own Leprechaun.

Reviewed by Tracey West for The Road to Romance

November 1st, 2004