Deputy U.S. Marshal Jake Kirby has followed his brother, Matt’s, footsteps (THE LAST ENEMY, 12/99) and is currently assigned to capture a band of cyber thieves.  He is able to track one of them, Oliver Smith, but he arrives too late.  At the crime scene, he unites with FBI Agent Bryn Bailey.  They team up on their quest to find their mastermind, Phagan.

Before long, the trail leads Jake to a gorgeous singer, Phoebe Mentel.  He is not aware that Phoebe works for Phagan, and she has her own agenda.  She is determined to find out who is responsible for her sister’s murder.  While Phoebe and Jake fight a growing attraction, Jake becomes aware that Phoebe may well be involved with the band he is hunting.  As he works his way through the layers of a complex cyber world of intrigue and murder, will he open his heart to love?

Ms. Jones does an incredible job of using words to paint the backdrop surrounding this lush tale of romance, suspense and intrigue.  Jake is a strong, determined Marshal who kept the action at a max throughout the story.  Phoebe is also headstrong, smart and sexy, as she provides a great partner for Jake.  The romance adds charm to BYTE ME.

BYTE ME has already gained quite a following, and I feel that the re-release from Hard Shell will gain a number of additional fans.  Look for more information on Ms. Jones’ website.  www.paulinebjones.com