Okay, I really should be working this morning, but unfortuntely I’m not because yesterday I bought DARK LIGHT. Instead writing my latest Paladin story, I’m lost in the wonderful world Jayne Ann Krentz (writing as Jayne Castle) has created for her stories set on Harmony, an Earth-like planet where the human settlers have developed interesting Psi powers. I truly love her Hunters, strong alpha males who always fight hard to protect what’s theirs. Equally appealing are her heroines, who have their own strengths and a fierce sense of loyalty. All good stuff, and that alone would have me rushing out to buy these books on their release dates.

However, there are other characters in the books who have definitely won my heart—the Dust Bunnies. Native to Harmony, Dust Bunnies choose their owners or perhaps a better term is their human companions. The bunnies are fluffy and gray, just like their namesakes. However, they come equipped with six legs,two pairs of eyes, and the deadly sharp teeth of a true predator. Trust me, you don’t want to mess with a bunny when they’re on the hunt!

If you haven’t met Jayne Krentz’s Dust Bunnies, you really need to. Each one has a definite personality and sense of style, whether it’s a predilection for all things sparkly or a preference for pretzels. In DARK LIGHT, we meet yet another bunny who . . . well, I leave that for you to discover on your own.

So, despite a looming deadline of my own, I’ll be out of the office today–curled up in my favorite chair and savoring this latest installment of life on Harmony and wishing I had my very own Dust Bunny to keep me company. Enjoy your day–Alexis