Shinobi, Book One:  Concealed in Shadow

This homoerotic story is not for the faint hearted. Luckily I’m not faint hearted or I would have missed the opportunity to read this great book.  The opening chapters are raw and overwhelming and on more than one occasion I hissed in breath as we journey with Yoshi through his brutal mistreatment but the wonderful part is, we come out the other side and I found myself wrapped up in the love stories.

Not only is it high on the sizzle factor but it is a multi layered story about love, passion, loyalty, betrayal and there is some good old fashion romance (in Sessha’s unique man/man way) too.
 
This took me into the world of Japanese ninjas and opened up a whole new dimension for me which intrigued and interested me from the beginning.  
 
With characters that will endear you in Yoshi, Makoto, Souta and Daisuke, a great story to pull you in and hot, hot, hot love scenes, Shinobi has it all.
 
Even if you aren’t a homoerotic fan, this book is worth a read for the rich characters and in depth and powerful story.  The sizzle factor is merely a bonus. 
 
The only negative thing I have to say... I have to wait for Book Two!

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Here is my teaser from Shinobi, Book One: Concealed in Shadow by Sessha Batto 
“I never thought anyone could love me, and I certainly didn’t expect to develop such feelings in return. You helped me become human, in a way I haven’t been for a very long time.”

 
Tomorrow as always I will be review this fabulous book.... if I get time to finish it that is! :)