"The Bounty Hunter gets her man!"

Jarla, a bounty hunter, is searching for a man who can conquer her, a man who will do more than simper and pretend. A man she can believe in and fully give herself to. She's also, incidentally, searching for a murderer on the run. Her two quests meet head-on in Stone City, where a fire puts her right beside her quarry as they fight to save slaves who have been trapped in the blaze. As she learns more about Thallin, though, she starts to wonder about where her job should end, and her pleasure should begin.

Don't let the title fool you. Though it sounds contemporary, TOO HOT TO HANDLE is a fantasy title set in the world of Ms. Morgen's popular Way of the Wolf series. It is a short story, so there isn't a lot of in-depth development, but Ms. Morgen still manages to fit in a lot of characterization and a bit of world-building. Her sex is hot, too, but it doesn't overwhelm or control the plot. For those who haven't read the Way of the Wolf books, this might be a good place to start, and for those who already love the series, this is a great little filler between titles. There are a few references to the first of the series, but it is not necessary to have read it to understand and enjoy TOO HOT. This story is highly recommended to anyone who enjoys a good fantasy tale.

Reviewed by Ann Leveille
Courtesy Sensual Romance
Posted August 11, 2002

Summary

Erotic short story. Part of the Way of the Wolf series, but can be read on its own. Jarla is a professional -- A Bounty Hunter -- and one of the best in the business. She's also a seeker of pleasure. The two have never interfered with each other...until now. She's hot on the trail of Thallin, a rogue Barbarian. But there's more to her quarry than she ever expected...