"A classic that stands the test of time"
Experienced with ending the careers of serial killers,
Seattle detective Tristan MacLaughlin is sent to Reno to
head the task force trying to stop the Show Girl Slayer who
has killed three local chorus line dancers. Tristan finds
himself not wanting the job because he detests hoofers,
believing they are high-class hookers. Dancing has been Amanda Rose Charles' life, however
currently she is afraid of the killer who murdered a close
friend. When Amanda meets Tristan, they immediately share
a mutual dislike for one another. He thinks she is a whore
and she believes he is a terse egotist. As they become
acquainted, they begin to realize their stereotyping is way
off base. Tristan sees refined elegance and Amanda
observes a caring soul. Soon the couple falls in love, but
the show stopping Show Girl Slayer still stalks the
ballrooms. Albeit a serial killer thriller, the lead couple's distinct
and opposite personalities turn SHADOW DANCE into a strong
police procedural romance. The investigation is fun to
follow, but the relationship between the cop and the dancer
lightens yet also intensifies the mood, which leads to the
chase to stop the killer seeming real. Readers will
adore the intrepid yet reticent Tristan and cherish the
lively Amanda. Though a reprint of Susan Anderson's debut
novel, the tale remains a strong blending of mystery and
romance that fans of both genres will appreciate. Harriet Klausner
Reviewed by PNR Group Member
Posted September 5, 2002
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