The Heat Seekers
By Zane' 

      The Heat Seekers is a tale of two couples who take very different paths down the road toward love and marriage. The protagonists, Tempest and Janessa, are best friends. Both come from very different backgrounds, but have been friends since childhood. Tempest is clearly Janessa's ticket to a more prosperous future. The crux of the plot begins when Janessa pesters Tempest to go to a nightclub and during this "mission of mercy" they both meet Mr. Right. Their names are Geren and Dvonte'. The Heat Seekers is based on the paths that the resulting relationships pursue.

      Tempest and Geren struggle with guilt and misleading information, but their relationship matures to the point where they can evolve themselves. Janessa and Dvonte's relationship is more hot and heavy and seems to sputter frequently to remain afloat. Reading this book makes you take an in-depth look at the foundations relationships are built upon along with the maturity levels of the two parties involved. The title of the book really hits home with the relationships portrayed in the book.

       I think Zane' is maturing as an author with this book. She is heralded as an up-and- coming literary figure in erotica and her books are reflective of some of that tone. The Heat Seekers is not packed with steamy love scenes as some of her books are. She has matured to demonstrate the feelings the couples experienced, rather than just raw acts. I wouldn't classify this book as erotica in any way. It is a romance novel, with a storybook ending. The Heat Seekers is a refreshing read.