Priscilla Archer has been in India only a few weeks. Following the death of her father-in-law, Priscilla and her husband Jon have the task of putting the old man's tea plantation into order, and though she's interested in the new culture that surrounds her, Priscilla is also a little bored. Jon spends all his time working and she's lonely. They haven't made love in months, and part of the reason is because Priscilla can't get pregnant. She knows her marriage is crumbling and she is both sad and resentful.

Her father-in-law's solicitor Anil Kumar calls on her, and Priscilla finds him incredibly attractive. After Anil and Jon talk business, the conversation turns to sightseeing. Jon suggests that Priscilla should visit a local temple with Anil as a guide. Later, Jon finds himself attracted to Anil, and struggles with his desires just as Priscilla struggles with her own need for the handsome Indian. When a landslide destroys the local village, Jon, Anil and Priscilla must come together to save everything they hold dear, including each other.

I loved this story! Monsoon Fever is not only an extremely sexy read, it's also pitch perfect with place, attitude, and voice, with enough politics and society observations to please the most discerning reader. It reminded me of an erotic version of E. M. Forster's A Passage To India, with the way the forbidden attraction between Priscilla, Jon, and Anil is played out. The sensuality starts off very subtle then blazes into life, mimicking the rainfall of the monsoon. Anil is a wonderful character who brings the central couple back together and heals them. An unforgettable tale-and a Recommended Read.

Reviewed by: Maija