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Review by TBR Pile
I love a good mystery and this book certainly has that. It is really well done, and kept me on the edge of my seat. Although I had my suspicions on the killer(s), correctly I might add, it is still great to see the story unfold. The romance between Val and Andrew is both sweet and hot. I don’t want to give too much away about the plot. Let me just say, if you like romantic suspense, you’re going to love this book.
Death Dancer is a must read!
Review by Susan Rawlings
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read. This is one of the best books I have read in a long time.
Review by Alpha Book Club
I was hooked from the first sentence, and I expected nothing less of Tara Lain! I would definitely recommend reading this series, but you should read it in order! 5 stars for plot
Review by Wicked Reads
Val, an aspiring principal dancer, is a wonderful character and I thoroughly enjoyed the intensity and drama as the police chase a serial killer targeting the dancers in his company. Skinny, catty, and bitchy, the dancers and management at NYBT reinforce every stereotype about the world of professional dancing. I loved the complex politics and complicated relationships in this story.
The ballet is the star of this story and I really loved both the dancing and the dancers.
Review by Jessie G Books
The chemistry between Val and Andrew-damn! There was a balance that was in turns sweet and passionate. Love how they both come into their own, creating a beautiful love story with more than a few bumps along the way.
Did a little happy dance at the end (yum Daniel) and can’t wait for the next dancer story!
Review by Christie Ochoada
Valentin Aalto is one of the principles of NYBT (New York Ballet Theater) and wants the part in Romeo and Juliet, but gets ousted by little more than a tatrum and empty threats made by his rival, Harry. Which caused confusion and anger with most of the NYBT students. Well, turns out there are all these murders going on within the general vicinity of the theater, and the victims are male dancers. The last of which belonged to NYBT. Queue Detective Andrew Preston. Sexy, tall, built. And, it is instant attraction between the detective and ballet dancer, but they try to ignore it for the sake of the investigation. However, they keep bumping into each other. Then, Harry is murdered and Val is one of their main suspects. I highly recommend this book. Especially if you are a fan of the ballet, gay romance, or simply of Tara Lain’s other books. She is phenomenally talented, and this book is no exception to her brilliant library of works.
Review by Light
4.25 / 5 Stars I really liked Val, he's snarky, witty, funny and absolutely handsome. Sometimes he made me laugh with the things he said/thought. I can't say the same thing about Andrew though, it took me a while to warm up to him. One moment, he was the timid detective who can't stop blushing and next one, he's in full-dom mode. I thought this phase was going to be explored more and mybe I was going to get more dom-like scenes but no such luck. I liked that they didn't went straight to bed despite the attraction. They weren't very slow either. Overall, I pretty much enjoyed it and I would love if the author decides to write a sequel, I want to read more about these characters. *I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book*
Review by Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words
The heat and chemistry between Andrew and Val is off the charts! The supporting characters were great... The mystery itself was done really well. A nice twist or two kept me turning the pages to see “whodunit”. This is the second in the series but easily read as a stand alone.
Review by Rainbow Book Reviews
I love the way Tara ties this story with the first in the series, by having Trelain, Mac, and, very briefly, Daniel, become friends with Val and help keep him safe...If you enjoy stories about ballet dancers, cops, mystery, suspense, sexy interludes, and happy endings, then you may enjoy this book. Thanks, Tara, for being able to visit with Mac, Trelain, and Daniel and for giving Val and Andrew their happy ending.
Review by Love Bytes Reviews
Tara Lain totally knocked it out of the park with this book. Honestly, Death Dancer was fantastic!I highly recommend this book. Especially if you are a fan of the ballet, gay romance, or simply of Tara Lain’s other books. She is phenomenally talented, and this book is no exception to her brilliant library of works. I, for one, plan to get it in paperback when it comes out, then in audiobook form if it ever becomes available.
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