Praise for Allyson Roy
…witty, suspenseful, unique…Aphrodisiac puts Allyson Roy on my must-read list. It is a crafty, fun ride with a savvy, sexy protagonist at the wheel…She is completely unique among mystery protagonists on the market today. If Saylor and Benita were real, I’d have to friend them on every social network, and go out for beers with them…well-crafted mystery…fantastic job of innuendo and red herrings throughout
"Aphrodisiac is a page-turner. Saylor and Benita are invigorating characters . . . I love Saylor's thoughts . . . The storyline is strong with enough blending of well-rounded secondary characters . . . holds the readers interest all the way to the dramatic conclusion."
" . . . I believe (Roy) has a hit . . . This may be Allyson Roy's first book, but it was definitely written like a pro. Roy can sure tell a story . . . has everything from an excellent murder mystery, engaging characters, and a few scenes that will give you a good chuckle or two. I would definitely keep an eye on any future releases by Allyson Roy because Saylor Oz is one character not to be missed."
“Stephanie Plum, meet Saylor Oz. Aphrodisiac is sexy, suspenseful, and laugh-out-loud funny.”
"This sexy, exciting race against time is a gripping, fun read that is hard to put down. Just when things get a bit too tough, we, along with Saylor, are treated to a little romantic reprieve. There is just enough going on to keep the story interesting, but it never gets close to being smutty or too heavy-handed.
Obviously comparable to Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels, APHRODISIAC (the first in a sure-to-be successful series) has a bit more substance and more going for it. It is certainly more diverse, with characters of different ethnic backgrounds and sexual orientation . . . Saylor's and Benita's lives are refreshingly like the lives of a lot of people --- there's some fun and glitz when you can manage it, like attending the launch party of a brand-new designer fragrance, but there's also the pressure of keeping track of friends and family, performing well at your job and paying rent. That depth makes the book a great read.
The plot was fun and just believable enough while being fresh. I've certainly never read another crime novel about perfume, and I'm excited to see what comes next for Saylor."
"Chick lit mystery fans will enjoy this amusing New York City amateur sleuth … fast-paced with plenty of laugh out loud escapades … fun urban frolic."
“This book is full of action and mystery with a touch of local and ancient history. A very interesting read.”
“Aphrodisiac is an action-packed romantic suspense with a strong and complicated mystery. . . very creative in the way it plays out . . . fast-moving read . . . Saylor is stubborn and sassy.”
“Allyson Roy bursts on the scene with a wonderfully original and extremely well-written suspense… APHRODISIAC is a ride that will have the reader on the edge of their seat. Saylor Oz is not only delightfully sarcastic, but she is a heroine for the modern age. Fearless, assertive, and unashamed to dance to her own music, she doesn’t take the easy answers. The reader will empathize with her motivation, laugh at her mishaps, cry with her tears, and be totally caught up in the complex plot. Allyson Roy is a husband and wife writing team that has managed to capture the best in both men’s and women’s fiction and wrap it up in a masterpiece. Very well done. This reviewer can’t wait to see their next one.”
“APHRODISIAC was an enthralling book I simply could not put down. Saylor is a heroine any woman can easily identify with. Each page flew by and I didn't even notice I had read much of the 368 page novel until I was almost to the end. A very strong story from first time author Allyson Roy. I am not normally a huge fan of suspenseful mysteries, but this one has me rethinking that stand. I will gladly read anything this author puts out …”
“Excellent mystery with strong women characters.”
“…Roy’s sense of humor and inventiveness definitely make this an author to watch.”
