Love's Dawning — Lynn Hardy

In a blinding flash of light, five strangers are yanked from this world and thrust into a land of sorcery as they are granted the looks and abilities of the people they were playing. This band of wannabe heroes soon discovers that having the powers they have always dreamed of, does not make life a dream come true. The Crusaders of the Light struggle to form a cohesive band as they blend twentieth century technology with the supernatural powers of this new world, fighting to liberate the kingdom of Cuthburan from the evil horde threatening humanity.

Battle is also waged within Reba, an ordinary housewife who has become the most powerful mage on the planet, as she struggles to remain true to her wedding vows. Drawn against her will to the arms of Prince Alexandros, Reba must choose between a marriage to a handsome prince in a magical world or returning to the husband she left behind.

YA Rated - Young adult?

This is the first book in the Prophecy of the Flame series. Although classified as Fantasy, it has a dash of romance with a contemporary slant. The romance is intertwined with the fantasy, so neither is overwhelming. Many teen readers have been drawn to this book, though it was never intended for a teen & young adult audience.

The original author's edition was edited so that the romance is now more suspenseful than steamy. It still pushes the boundaries of what may be considered appropriate for a teen audience, but my conscious is soothed by changes.