Megan Hart is a talented author who writes in a variety of genres. Some of her previous stories are Playing the Game (contemporary erotica), Passion Model (sci-fi erotica), Trial by Fire (fantasy erotica), and Lonesome Bride (historical romance).

In Moonlight Madness, Rhea finds herself sidetracked by a one night only "Moonlight Madness" closeout sale. In the shop, she finds racks with furs of all different kinds and a clerk willing to do anything for a sale to the right customer. As she talks to him, she becomes uncomfortable and realizes he knows too much about her. Just as she goes to leave, the clerk decides that he has just the coat for her. But is it the coat for her?

As she wears it, she feels things differently and people see her differently. Always the person that no one noticed, Rhea was used to being part of the background. Under the coat's influence she's now seen, and she plans to take advantage of it. But will there be a surprise waiting for her in the end?

I like a good short story as much as anyone, but this one didn't do it for me. Even a story this short needs to have some kind of background detail, and I found that lacking in Moonlight Madness. Over all it was a good read; it just needed more details.

Reviewed by Tammy Adams
©February 2005