Reviews:

4 1/2 Hearts RT! "Jordan packs sensual, lust-filled steaming erotica into an all-too-short story. The plot always stays on focus and never becomes overshadowed by the sexual encounters of the main characters -- who hold their ground and never fail to hold our interest." - Katherine Turcotte, Romantic Times BOOKclub

"If you're in the mood for hot, sexy men, who will fill your every erotic fantasy and with a dash of suspense on the side, then this is the book for you. Isabella Jordan gives her readers all the hot sex they can handle, along with a tale of love and a legend of demons and curses. I was drawn into the story from the first page. The action and suspense held me in it's clutches as I discovered the leopard's secret. This book is suitably titled. Nicole does exactly as it says in the title as she discovers who and what she is. The need for love is as old as time itself and Vitali will do what ever he needs to obtain Nicole's heart. Isabella Jordan will take you on a jounery through legends, curses, and the need to mate. You will be swept away by the passion and fever that threatens to swallow Nicole and Vitali. There is also a nice little surprise, with an unspected turn of events, I'm sure the readers will find very stimulating. I recommend Eyes of the Leopard: Discovery for a story you'll remember. Enjoy!" - 5 Hearts, Diane Tugman, The Romance Studio

"Shape-shifters are one of my favorites and this book roles it into one great story. Nicole is completely in the dark about her heritage, but feels a strange connection to the leopards. Vitali is the only one who does know what's going on, but first he has to unleash a little passion, all right a lot of passion. The sex is hot and animalistic in nature so keep a fan close at hand. This interesting tale of the paranormal is an excellent way to pass the time and a must have for all shape-shifter lovers everywhere." - 5 Hearts, Angel Brewer, The Romance Studio!

"Eyes of the Leopard: Discovery is a fascinating look at the ancient practice of black magic and how this can affect an entire people. Isabella Jordan has done a wonderful job of bringing the past into the present with the conflict within Nicole. Vitali is a strong alpha male ready to do whatever it takes to keep Nicole safe, even if this means standing back and allowing his brother to kill. This is a fascinating story and I can't wait to find out what happened to the leopard, Misha." - Chere Gruver, SensualRomance Reviews

5 STARS JERR! "A shapeshifter novel with a difference; instead of turning into a furry thing that wags its tail and howls, Vitali becomes a sleek, graceful feline. A leopard. I was so pleased to find a shapeshifter who's not a wolf. Vitali is 100% pure grade A male. He's sexy, with a good physique and a panty-wetting accent. Therefore, it is no surprise that the sex is hot, sweaty, steamy and raunchy. (Please note, one of the sex scenes is a threesome.) Nicole undergoes a huge amount of change in this short book. I'm surprised that the poor girl could even think coherently, never mind do what she does. To tell you exactly what she does accomplish, would spoil the fun. Ms. Jordan does an incredible job with this book. It is action packed, but yet I never felt lost. There are just enough details about Vitali and Nicole's past to fill in the blanks, yet not too many to slow the pace of the book. There are a few loose threads left at the end of this book, but just enough to make me eagerly await the next installment." - Michelle Naumann, Just Erotic Romance Reviews

"DISCOVERY is short, but intense. Right from the first page, readers will sense a bond between Vitali, Nicole, and the leopard. Vitali is drawn to Nicole at first sight and intends to help her understand what she really is, something Nicole is not aware of yet. It's up to him to enlighten her...and to deliver the news that he intends to make her his mate for life. Vitali is very persuasive, both at convincing Nicole who she is, and then becoming her lover. To help with the rest of his plan to make her his mate, he enlists the help of his brother, Ilia. The brothers share everything -- including women.

"Yes, it results in a threesome, and also anal sex, with a hint of BDSM, but it fits well into the story. The realization of who Nicole is becomes a shocker to not only her, but to the reader also. The aforementioned leopard becomes a source of conflict toward the end of the story, but it is dealt with quickly. The ending was somewhat abrupt, but it sets up further adventures for the characters.

"Isabella Jordan has written an adventurous and captivating tale in DISCOVERY, with searing heat that will likely have readers anxiously awaiting the next installment of the Eyes of the Leopard serial." - Patti Fischer, Romance Reviews Today

"Ms. Jordan pens a dark and sensual novella with this first installment in the EYES OF THE LEOPARD series. It is animalistic and carnal, all the while being frighteningly arousing. I found myself captivated by the storyline; the stark sexuality of Vitali was amazingly stimulating. Who could blame Nicole for falling under his spell? He is a stunningly sleek, sexy character that indeed possesses some animalistic qualities. He would surely bring out the beast in any female. This novella is a sizzler for sure. However, a note to the reader, there is a group sex scene involving Nicole, Vitali, and his brother Ilia. If group sex scenes offend, this might not be the novel for you. But, given the contents of the book, the scene was written tastefully and erotically, fitting in with the illusion that Ms. Jordan has created." - Ansley Velarde, The Road to Romance

"This story is a mix of gripping mystery and hot, tantalizing sex...That's definetly a keeper for all who love their mystery novels with spice. I'm really looking forward what will happen next." - Frauke, Mon Budoir

"Isabella Jordan has created a shifter world that is unique and more. With certain laws and rules that regulate their lives, they can recognize each other and only mate with those who have even the tracest amounts of the demon as it's called in them. This erotic tale has twists we don't expect and an ending that is exciting and leaves you wanting more. Isabella has done a terrific job making you want to know more and satisfying the need for erotic love." - Cyndi Witkus, In The Library Reviews

"This short story has detailed sex scenes. This story gave me chills, and makes me wonder at the possibilities of people like this really living among us. It’s an interesting story, with intriguing ideas. I'm looking forward to reading more about these people and hope the author is writing more." - 5 Wands, NightOwl, Enchanted Ramblings

"Eyes of the Leopard: Discovery by Isabella Jordan will have you visiting the zoo to eye the keepers instead of the animals. Vitali is absolutely delicious in every way. Nicole is delicate and sweet. Together they heat up the pages as Ms. Jordan pens their moments of togetherness in a manner guaranteed to heat your panties. The secondary characters are there just enough to move the story along and add spice. The plot is wondrously, decadently yummy. Ms. Jordan has created a world rich in emotion, steeped in legend and throbbing with action before she even gets to telling us of the amazing sexual encounters. This is definitely destined to remain a permanent fixture on my bedside table so that it is at hand when I feel the need to peruse its pages again." - 5 Stars, Keeley Skillman, eCataromance

Excerpt:

Nicole didn’t notice the cab pull away. Instead, she stood trembling, in fear and something she couldn’t name, as she gazed up into his dark green eyes. She could feel the heat of his skin, smell his excitement, a rich, musky scent, though she stood a few feet away. His large hands were clenched at his sides, the tension in his body evident in the rock-hard display of heavily muscled arms and legs.

Whatever had her in its clutches had affected him too. Vitali was struggling with a myriad of powerful emotions. She could feel it. His desperation was like a living thing.

“Do you know why you are here?” he demanded, his gaze never wavering.

Nicole swallowed hard. She didn’t understand anything that had been happening since she’d first encountered him.

“No.” Even as Nicole’s heart raced, the sensitive flesh between her legs heated and softened. The fact that she shouldn’t have been there, that she put herself at great risk by meeting this beautiful stranger, only heightened her excitement.

In a flash, he captured her wrist in his powerful grip and fairly dragged her through the zoo entrance, never stopping to lock the gate behind them. He didn’t pause at all.

Now she was afraid. The empty path with animal cages along each side was normally a source of comfort to her. The trail’s sandy stones raced by under her feet as he pulled her along, the zoo’s residents screeched and cried as if they shared her awareness that something was about to happen. And then they reached the leopard.

The leopard lunged at the bars, growling and hissing fiercely as they approached. Heat throbbed in Nicole’s chest and her stomach clenched into a tight knot as finally Vitali’s pace slowed.

But he didn’t stop.

To Nicole’s amazement, he growled back at the leopard, a deep fierce sound that a human shouldn’t be able to produce. There was a preternatural quality to his menacing growl that made her heart lurch. When one of the leopard’s paws snaked through the bars to swipe at them, her survival instincts took over. She began to yank her arm away from him, tugging fiercely, trying in vain to free herself from Vitali’s grip and flee.

“Nicole, stop.” His voice was rough. “Do not fear me.”

“Let me go!” she shouted, hoping someone would hear.

She fought him with all she had, but he was so much bigger, so much stronger. Finally, despite her struggles and cries, he came at her with his shoulder lowered. Before she knew what happened, he threw her over his shoulder and began to run away from the leopard.

Nicole was jostled and bounced as he ran, pounding her fists on his back in vain. Whatever he meant to do to her, he likely would. And if she lived through it, there wasn’t a jury in the world who would hear her case. After all, she’d come to him. What had she been thinking? How could she have abandoned reason for lust?

The strong fingers that slid up the back of her thigh were a sharp reminder of why she’d returned to the zoo. The simple pressure he applied to her flesh beneath the denim flooded her with excruciating pleasure, making her stop fighting him. Nicole wanted those fingers in her jeans, in her panties, and the thought had her soaking wet by the time he reached a small building and ducked through the doorway to carry her inside.

He lowered her to the neat wooden surface of a huge desk in the center of the office, the harsh rasp of his breathing the only sound in the room. Vitali watched her from the shadows as he closed the blinds of one window and then another. Nicole watched him, awed by his power and beauty, as he locked the door and secured the deadbolt. Her mind scrambled to think of a way to get around him, to get through that door to escape.

But did she really want to get away? When he turned those golden-green eyes back on her, the flames engulfed her body once more. Her nipples tightened painfully, and her pussy was wet with need. She wanted him, this stranger, with a savage hunger she couldn’t explain.

And he meant to have her, she realized. Vitali slowly moved towards her, stalking her. Her heart raced in her chest, the fear piquing her desire to a nearly unbearable level.

“Nicole,” his voice was rough, low, “do not be afraid. I know you do not understand now, but believe me when I say that I would never hurt you. Trust me. I will explain all later.”

“What do you want from me?” Nicole backed away from him, scooting towards the center of the desk.

Vitali’s smile was small and tight. “I want you. I want you to know that my hunger for you goes beyond necessity, Nicole. It’s your eyes. There are so many secrets there, so much feeling… They make me want to know everything about you.” Lowering his head between her thighs, he inhaled deeply. “You want me too. Your body is weeping for me. I can smell your juices.”

His large hand lightly clasped her slim ankle and she yanked it away as if his touch burned her. “You are scared, but you need not be,” his voice was a seductive purr as his thighs pressed against the edge of the desk. Vitali planted his hands on the shiny surface, surrounding her body. “You don’t understand what is happening within you. Why you burn, why you crave red meat. I can help you. We can help each other.”

How did he know what she was experiencing? Nicole’s heart pounded so loudly she was certain he could hear it.

“Did you d… do something to me?” she whispered, watching his hand slide across the desk and snake up between her thighs. His fingers lightly stroked her through the rough denim, as warmth and pleasure raced through her body. She couldn’t bring herself to fight him, to move. Instead, she opened her thighs wider, welcoming his touch.

“No, but I am going to.” His eyes darkening as he watched her come undone. Nicole moaned as the pressure of his touch increased, her body burning to have him inside her.