Two years have passed since the events of the last book. Two years since Ancient Archangel Alexander rose from his sleep and Archangel Lijuan disappeared after the epic battle. The cascade seems to be in a pause and Elena feels twitchy. She just wants to get over with it not to mention she kinda feels bored too.

The summons for the Cadre from an ancient order of angels, Luminata, to come to a decision regarding Lijuan and her territory which is slowly being ravaged by rogue vampires, changes things. Looking forward to visit the birthplace of her grandmother and solving the mystery of her origins, Elena is prepared for anything. But she doesn't expect the shroud of mystery, anger, fear and unease in a place built solely to find lumiscence and peace and the hungry way Gian, the Luminata, stares at her. All is not what it seems and in the heart of it lies a woman with moonlight hair and striking resemblance to Elena.

With her beloved archangel, Raphael, by her side and the building allies amongst the Cadre, Elena is determined to get to the bottom of things before it is time for them to leave. But will she be able to face the mystery behind the ancient order?

Nalini Singh proves herself the queen of paranormal yet again. She is one author that never fails to disappoint. Her ever evolving worlds and characters seem so real and very a part of my life in the time am engrossed in the book and even till much later. There is no stagnant moment in her world. ARCHANGEL'S HEART is the ninth book of Guild Hunter series and is just as refreshing as the first book. I adore Raphael and Elena's relationship and how they keep evolving with each book, instead of their relationship becoming stagnant, we go deeper in their growing love and understanding of each other. They do not lose their essence, their very being as they grow as it happens with some other series with same characters. I love how subtly yet effectively Ms. Singh touches base with all the characters and their personal lives. The new insight into Aodhan and how he has finally becomes to come out of his shell is one of the highlights. I cannot wait to see how he further evolves and comes into his own like he was before he was broken.

ARCHANGEL'S HEART is slightly slower in pace then the previous books, more like a filler before things are expected to pick up pace again but it is just as compelling. I read it twice before writing this review and each time ended pulling an all nighter because I just could not put it down. All those who haven't tried this author and series, I urge you to pick it. You will not regret it. Can't wait for is next in store in the Guild Hunter series.