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Blame It On The Duke is the third book in the Disgraceful Dukes series. I have had such a great time discovering the author and her new work because she is quite talented and is guaranteed to suck you into a story....and her writing voice is very similar to some older romances that are heartwarming (AKA ---Lisa Kleypas, Lorraine Heath and Gayle Callen). I was actually pretty excited to pick this one up and I have to say overall it was a great romance and even though I had some issues with the heroine, the story was superb and I couldn't put this one down.
Now I don't know if its my curse or what, but I have the biggest problem with characters that are written in historical periods that just don't match the era. I am not sure it it was the authors idea or the push of the publisher since these more modern like heroines tend to be more popular. But it bothers me so much, because I really don't want to read a historical and feel like I am read a contemporary. I know that I am not in the popular opinion in this book but the heroine just didn't always work for me. But I did love her sassy personality just some things that would pop out of her mouth I was like HUH? Really? No woman from the 1800's would ever say that. So it just didn't speak out realistic at any time.
The plot was a bit overdone and highly dramatic at times. I felt like if these two had actually communicated a bit better, then it would have been smoother sailiing. I did find the premise of the hero being sold off to marriage a bit unrealistic, especially in the way that it played out in the story. I don't think it was the set up really....because honestly I don't mind the set up at all....it just had a feeling of cheesiness at times that just didn't fit this author's writing style or that actual built up of the romance.
What I found intrigued was that the fact that the heroine was a very scientific type of lady but she wanted more than knowing languages. She is researching the Kama Sutra, and I really enjoyed the way she goes about it, and we see how curious she is about her body and her sexuality even though she tries to hide the truth from the hero about why she is so determined to research this document.
So even though I had a couple of problems with the story, honestly I still had a fun time with this story. And from the main characters that are quirky, to the sensual built up romance, the snazzy side characters that leaves the reader with a smile and seeing the charm and wit enter in the story at all the right times. A romance that will lift up your spirits and give you tingles!!
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Blame It On The Duke is the third book in the Disgraceful Dukes series. I have had such a great time discovering the author and her new work because she is quite talented and is guaranteed to suck you into a story....and her writing voice is very similar to some older romances that are heartwarming (AKA ---Lisa Kleypas, Lorraine Heath and Gayle Callen). I was actually pretty excited to pick this one up and I have to say overall it was a great romance and even though I had some issues with the heroine, the story was superb and I couldn't put this one down.
Now I don't know if its my curse or what, but I have the biggest problem with characters that are written in historical periods that just don't match the era. I am not sure it it was the authors idea or the push of the publisher since these more modern like heroines tend to be more popular. But it bothers me so much, because I really don't want to read a historical and feel like I am read a contemporary. I know that I am not in the popular opinion in this book but the heroine just didn't always work for me. But I did love her sassy personality just some things that would pop out of her mouth I was like HUH? Really? No woman from the 1800's would ever say that. So it just didn't speak out realistic at any time.
The plot was a bit overdone and highly dramatic at times. I felt like if these two had actually communicated a bit better, then it would have been smoother sailiing. I did find the premise of the hero being sold off to marriage a bit unrealistic, especially in the way that it played out in the story. I don't think it was the set up really....because honestly I don't mind the set up at all....it just had a feeling of cheesiness at times that just didn't fit this author's writing style or that actual built up of the romance.
What I found intrigued was that the fact that the heroine was a very scientific type of lady but she wanted more than knowing languages. She is researching the Kama Sutra, and I really enjoyed the way she goes about it, and we see how curious she is about her body and her sexuality even though she tries to hide the truth from the hero about why she is so determined to research this document.
So even though I had a couple of problems with the story, honestly I still had a fun time with this story. And from the main characters that are quirky, to the sensual built up romance, the snazzy side characters that leaves the reader with a smile and seeing the charm and wit enter in the story at all the right times. A romance that will lift up your spirits and give you tingles!!
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Blaze is the second book in the Burn For You series. Now you would think that this would be Harper and Knox’s happy ever after right? They defeated their enemy, Harper won her boy and now its live happily ever after….well it doesn’t always work out that way and Knox and Harper are going to be in the fight for their lives. Harper’s life has just become even more complicated. What was once a very simple life has grown into being a co prime in one of the largest and powerful lairs and it doesn’t help that her mate is way overprotective.
In Blaze Harper and Knox are living in their happy ever after….learning each other and living life together and having some hot crazy sex of course. But when one of Knox’s demons goes dangerously rogue who wants to destroy Knox and Harper because he fears them having a child together and what that child would become. So Knox and Harper are searching for him and it doesn’t help that the rogue has kidnapped Harper’s birth mother and some members of her step family blame her for it. Even though Knox is becoming even more overprotective with his demon riding him hard on it, what he doesn’t realize is that he and Harper will have to work together to defeat their enemy.
I found this book to be such a vibrant continuation of the first book “Burn”. I love their interactions including some fun ones from the Wallis family and LUCIFER!! Now seriously Lucifer is not what you would expect…he suffers OCD, is crazy funny and sweet sometimes and not as bad boy as you would expect at times. I love seeing Knox and Harper battle it out in the iron wills and of course the bedroom. Some of their sex scenes are crazy HOT!! So just to warn you, I do believe that this series is probably the steamier of all of her books that I have read so far. I think all I need to say is “Psychic fingers” and your ovaries might explode hehe But no I love seeing their relationship just grow and become stronger and seeing them learn some valuable lessons in honesty and relying on each other’s strengths.
“Just because you’re, like, super powerful doesn’t mean people shouldn’t defend you.” But he was looking at her like she was a cute harmless little bunny that was obviously on drugs. She sighed. “You’re still not fearing my mighty wrath.”
“I’m trying.”
“One day I will unleash it and you will flee in terror. Why are you laughing? It’s only the truth. A sphinx in full-on berserker-mode can wreak major destruction and instill fear into the hearts of all who… stop laughing!”
Now I will say that one thing I have really loved about these books so far is the surprises!! I never know who the true villain will turn out to be and the one in Blaze is someone I didn’t expect AT ALL!! I mean I was shocked, fell off my seat type of shocker so that earns Suzanne Wright with many brownie points in my book. I love a story that will shock me and she did great work in doing that because the villain is the last person you would expect it to be. This is also the book where we learn about the four horseman whose plan is to bring down the primes so that they can have control over the demon in the U.S and bring chaos and feed their thirst for power.
I do say that you NEED to read these books in order though to get the full grasp of the full story going on. Of course, Suzanne Wright does a decent job in giving the reader background information on what has occured previously, but I do think its prudent to read these books in order, you can thank me for it later *xoxo*
Overall I found Blaze to be a vibrant and full of life and spice romance with danger and intrigue to be revealed and a growth of the relationship between Knox and Harper that will knock your socks off!!
In Blaze Harper and Knox are living in their happy ever after….learning each other and living life together and having some hot crazy sex of course. But when one of Knox’s demons goes dangerously rogue who wants to destroy Knox and Harper because he fears them having a child together and what that child would become. So Knox and Harper are searching for him and it doesn’t help that the rogue has kidnapped Harper’s birth mother and some members of her step family blame her for it. Even though Knox is becoming even more overprotective with his demon riding him hard on it, what he doesn’t realize is that he and Harper will have to work together to defeat their enemy.
I found this book to be such a vibrant continuation of the first book “Burn”. I love their interactions including some fun ones from the Wallis family and LUCIFER!! Now seriously Lucifer is not what you would expect…he suffers OCD, is crazy funny and sweet sometimes and not as bad boy as you would expect at times. I love seeing Knox and Harper battle it out in the iron wills and of course the bedroom. Some of their sex scenes are crazy HOT!! So just to warn you, I do believe that this series is probably the steamier of all of her books that I have read so far. I think all I need to say is “Psychic fingers” and your ovaries might explode hehe But no I love seeing their relationship just grow and become stronger and seeing them learn some valuable lessons in honesty and relying on each other’s strengths.
“Just because you’re, like, super powerful doesn’t mean people shouldn’t defend you.” But he was looking at her like she was a cute harmless little bunny that was obviously on drugs. She sighed. “You’re still not fearing my mighty wrath.”
“I’m trying.”
“One day I will unleash it and you will flee in terror. Why are you laughing? It’s only the truth. A sphinx in full-on berserker-mode can wreak major destruction and instill fear into the hearts of all who… stop laughing!”
Now I will say that one thing I have really loved about these books so far is the surprises!! I never know who the true villain will turn out to be and the one in Blaze is someone I didn’t expect AT ALL!! I mean I was shocked, fell off my seat type of shocker so that earns Suzanne Wright with many brownie points in my book. I love a story that will shock me and she did great work in doing that because the villain is the last person you would expect it to be. This is also the book where we learn about the four horseman whose plan is to bring down the primes so that they can have control over the demon in the U.S and bring chaos and feed their thirst for power.
I do say that you NEED to read these books in order though to get the full grasp of the full story going on. Of course, Suzanne Wright does a decent job in giving the reader background information on what has occured previously, but I do think its prudent to read these books in order, you can thank me for it later *xoxo*
Overall I found Blaze to be a vibrant and full of life and spice romance with danger and intrigue to be revealed and a growth of the relationship between Knox and Harper that will knock your socks off!!
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Nate Dean is part of a military unit along with his brothers. The dean brothers were part of a government experiment to be genetically engineered soldiers. Each of them have an expiration date and time is running down for the brothers, unless they can find the right codes to deactivate the chip in their backs that will explode and kill them if they don't find the codes, and soon. Nate and his brothers are loyal 100% to each other and will fight and protect each other with every breath they take.
Nate knows that he will have to reconnect with the woman that broke his heart five years ago. She is the one person that he will have o to trust again if he wants to get the information that he needs. Audrey Madison is shocked when she spies Nate across the ballroom while she is on her job. Audrey never stopped loving Nate, and he still takes her breath away. She knows how dangerous Nate is, but no one can know what she is really doing working with the senator. She has to keep up appearances or her plan to reveal the truth about the Commander and put him in jail where he belongs will be ruined, and Nate could ruin all that she has worked hard for. As Nate and Audrey rebuild a trust and a second chance, they will have to fight to be with each other and may lose their lives in the process.
Nate Dean, was genetically enhanced and like his brothers have certain abilities the other enhanced soldiers never had. They have kept is a secret from the commander and Dr. Madison (Audrey's mother) because if they were to discover the real truth about the Dean brothers, then everything could be lost. Nate is protective of his brothers but tends to lose control over his emotions, most especially anger. Audrey was a woman he fell in love with and he still can't get her out of his head, despite the betrayal and how her actions hurt his family. Nate has dedicated himself to keeping his emotions locked away and fighting to keep himself and his brothers alive. What I loved most about this Dean brother, was how dedicated he is to his family. And there are times he is almost like a child and has those moments he never had as a child. He isn't ashamed of it either.
He is protective and loyal, has the perfect blend of sexiness and dangerous appeal. We really see how determined he is to survive and his strength mentally and physically and we see how he is tested in this story but never breaks...just becomes even more formidable.
Audrey Madison never knew her father, and still doesn't know his true identity. For Audrey's mother, Audrey was just an experiment to see what pregnancy and rearing a child would be. Audrey has always wanted to create a bond with her mother, to find a connection and has always searched for it all of her life. Audrey, though she is an adult, still hasn't given up that there must be something redeemable in her mother. But Audrey also knows that her mother and the Commander have both manipulated her, and she ended hurting the one person she would never hurt. Audrey is a stunning heroine and my heart just broke for her. Especially when we learn how much pain she has gone through around the time she and Nate ended their relationship.
You see how driven she is to bring the Commander down, and she knows the danger that if he ever discovered she will be killed. Audrey is passionate, loves with her full heart and has quite the courage and spirit that comes out in this story.
Blind Faith is a story I have been eager to read ever since the first book. We see hints of Nate's love for Audrey in the first book. So I was really excited to see these two come back together. In the previous two books, there were only hints about what really happened between these two five years previous, but we see how both Nate and Audrey were manipulated by the commander and Dr. Madison. These two are nutcases (quite literally) they are really perfect for each other because of how crazy they are in the name of science. But we really see how insane Audrey's mother is. One of the focuses of the story is the relationship between Dr. Madison and her daughter Audrey. Now in this book we see how split Audrey is from her determination to create a family bond with her mother and her love for Nate and his brothers. We see Nate's side of things, he doesn't understand Audrey, because her actions are becoming contradictory, and he means to discover her secrets and exactly what she is keeping from him. There is also another danger that rises up in this book, a fanatic cult that views the creations like the Dean brothers as "unholy" and must be destroyed and this aspect really stirs things up in this book. I liked the multiple sides of danger that Audrey and Nate have to learn to deal with in order to survive. The supporting characters were pretty great. We see more of the brothers and hints that their youngest brother is still alive, but they are unsure. Another character I really was charmed by was the Senator or as he likes to be called later "Grand-Pop". He is a widow and you see how he treats Audrey like a loving father would for his child. Audrey needs that because she has never had any kind of parental love, and she has always searched for it. There is also something else that happens to Audrey, thanks to her mother using her, that really adds a new twist. (I want to say what it is but would hate to reveal it for those who have never read this book). But those who have read Blind Faith probably know exactly what I am talking about. It binds Nate and Audrey in a certain way that cements the relationship they are been rebuilding. I love romances like this, because we see how much these two care for each and always have...but they were both used and love how they stuck with each other this second time and didn't let anything tear them apart.
Blind Faith was such a fantastic book because the previous books led up to this one a bit, and every delicious moment kept me captivated.
I absolutely adore this cover...I mean who wouldn't right? I love the green background, and the dangerous stance and boy is that man one gorgeous piece of yumminess.
Summary
Nate Dean is part of a military unit along with his brothers. The dean brothers were part of a government experiment to be genetically engineered soldiers. Each of them have an expiration date and time is running down for the brothers, unless they can find the right codes to deactivate the chip in their backs that will explode and kill them if they don't find the codes, and soon. Nate and his brothers are loyal 100% to each other and will fight and protect each other with every breath they take.
"I told you to stay in Montana, and I'd bring Audrey to you." What the hell were his brothers thinking? They couldn't be this close to the commander - not all three of them at once. It was too risky.
Matt shook out his wet black hair. "Oh. Is that what you meant by telling us to stay the fuck out of DC?"
"Yes." Exasperation filled Nate's head with static.
"Humph." Shane gingerly stepped back onto the rug. "We must've got that wrong. We thought you were in trouble and needed help." His lip lifted in a smart-ass grin. "Ooops."
Nate knows that he will have to reconnect with the woman that broke his heart five years ago. She is the one person that he will have o to trust again if he wants to get the information that he needs. Audrey Madison is shocked when she spies Nate across the ballroom while she is on her job. Audrey never stopped loving Nate, and he still takes her breath away. She knows how dangerous Nate is, but no one can know what she is really doing working with the senator. She has to keep up appearances or her plan to reveal the truth about the Commander and put him in jail where he belongs will be ruined, and Nate could ruin all that she has worked hard for. As Nate and Audrey rebuild a trust and a second chance, they will have to fight to be with each other and may lose their lives in the process.
The Hero
Nate Dean, was genetically enhanced and like his brothers have certain abilities the other enhanced soldiers never had. They have kept is a secret from the commander and Dr. Madison (Audrey's mother) because if they were to discover the real truth about the Dean brothers, then everything could be lost. Nate is protective of his brothers but tends to lose control over his emotions, most especially anger. Audrey was a woman he fell in love with and he still can't get her out of his head, despite the betrayal and how her actions hurt his family. Nate has dedicated himself to keeping his emotions locked away and fighting to keep himself and his brothers alive. What I loved most about this Dean brother, was how dedicated he is to his family. And there are times he is almost like a child and has those moments he never had as a child. He isn't ashamed of it either.
"We're going to watch a movie? I haven't seen the new Disney one. I love monsters that talk."
The commander glanced over his shoulder. "You're under the influence of potent truth-inducing drugs. You really do love Disney movies."
Nate tried to shrug. Disney movies rocked.
He is protective and loyal, has the perfect blend of sexiness and dangerous appeal. We really see how determined he is to survive and his strength mentally and physically and we see how he is tested in this story but never breaks...just becomes even more formidable.
He was an experiment created in a test tube, maybe without a soul, perhaps without any hope. But for a brief time, with this woman, he’d felt whole. Real. Good. Even if they just had the night, he wanted that feeling again. Before he sacrificed everything.
The Heroine
Audrey Madison never knew her father, and still doesn't know his true identity. For Audrey's mother, Audrey was just an experiment to see what pregnancy and rearing a child would be. Audrey has always wanted to create a bond with her mother, to find a connection and has always searched for it all of her life. Audrey, though she is an adult, still hasn't given up that there must be something redeemable in her mother. But Audrey also knows that her mother and the Commander have both manipulated her, and she ended hurting the one person she would never hurt. Audrey is a stunning heroine and my heart just broke for her. Especially when we learn how much pain she has gone through around the time she and Nate ended their relationship.
She'd given her heart to Nate years ago, but no future existed for them. She had this moment, and she wanted to experience every second, no matter how quickly it ended.
You see how driven she is to bring the Commander down, and she knows the danger that if he ever discovered she will be killed. Audrey is passionate, loves with her full heart and has quite the courage and spirit that comes out in this story.
Plot and Story Line
Blind Faith is a story I have been eager to read ever since the first book. We see hints of Nate's love for Audrey in the first book. So I was really excited to see these two come back together. In the previous two books, there were only hints about what really happened between these two five years previous, but we see how both Nate and Audrey were manipulated by the commander and Dr. Madison. These two are nutcases (quite literally) they are really perfect for each other because of how crazy they are in the name of science. But we really see how insane Audrey's mother is. One of the focuses of the story is the relationship between Dr. Madison and her daughter Audrey. Now in this book we see how split Audrey is from her determination to create a family bond with her mother and her love for Nate and his brothers. We see Nate's side of things, he doesn't understand Audrey, because her actions are becoming contradictory, and he means to discover her secrets and exactly what she is keeping from him. There is also another danger that rises up in this book, a fanatic cult that views the creations like the Dean brothers as "unholy" and must be destroyed and this aspect really stirs things up in this book. I liked the multiple sides of danger that Audrey and Nate have to learn to deal with in order to survive. The supporting characters were pretty great. We see more of the brothers and hints that their youngest brother is still alive, but they are unsure. Another character I really was charmed by was the Senator or as he likes to be called later "Grand-Pop". He is a widow and you see how he treats Audrey like a loving father would for his child. Audrey needs that because she has never had any kind of parental love, and she has always searched for it. There is also something else that happens to Audrey, thanks to her mother using her, that really adds a new twist. (I want to say what it is but would hate to reveal it for those who have never read this book). But those who have read Blind Faith probably know exactly what I am talking about. It binds Nate and Audrey in a certain way that cements the relationship they are been rebuilding. I love romances like this, because we see how much these two care for each and always have...but they were both used and love how they stuck with each other this second time and didn't let anything tear them apart.
“No way in hell am I letting you go this time.”
Blind Faith was such a fantastic book because the previous books led up to this one a bit, and every delicious moment kept me captivated.
The Cover
I absolutely adore this cover...I mean who wouldn't right? I love the green background, and the dangerous stance and boy is that man one gorgeous piece of yumminess.
Overall View
Blind Faith is a thrilling tale of a Dean brother, a story of passion, rekindling of a lost love, and fighting for what holds most dear and standing up for what is right no matter the cost. A quick paced edgy romance that will keep you coming back for more. EXHILARATING!!
She'd never trade the few moments of true happiness she found with him--not for anything.
Forgotten Sins (1)
Sweet Revenge (2)
Blind Faith (3)
Total Surrender (4)
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Bliss is a re issue of a medieval historical era romance that was first published in 2001. I am a huge fan of this author, and her historical's are so lightehearted and fun to read, and not books you should take seriously, they are just a relaxing respite. At first I thought I had read Bliss many years ago, but I remember setting this aside, because I just wasn't in the mood for this type of angst romance. Its not your typical angsty romance, its pretty hilarious at times. This couple they are a hoot especially in all the tricks they play on each other. So the gist of the story is, that both Lord Holden and Lady Helen are at odds with each other, constantly complaining to the King about their problems. Well, the King is tired of getting numerous complains about these two parties, so he and his advisor come up with the idea that they should marry, and that way it would solve his problems. So these two are to marry and while settling the "agreement" Helen comes up with the idea that she can't marry Lord Holden, and starts to play horrible tricks on him. Eating cloves of garlic so her breath makes him never wanting to kiss her, cooking his food so its hard as rocks, spoiling his wine and even pushing his fear boundaries. But Lord Holden isn't a pansie, and plays his own tricks back. And boy does he do a good job with it too. He definitely holds his own again Helen especially she is the one that starts these tricks.
You see at the beginning why Helen holds such an animosity toward Hethe. Its basically a misconception about his actions towards his tenants, which she has had to take in. But as the story progresses, we learn that the problems in the very beginning of the story, that causes their conflict has more to do with actions of a third party. But boy is it fun seeing this couple battle each other's wills and passions. I will say that once it got to about half way, their relationship started to mellow out, and this is where I started to really become captivated by this pair. They begin to see certain truths about each other, and act on their growing feelings for each other. The small and gentle ways they begin to let go of their anger and frustation towards each other, and begin to have more understanding and caring towards each other is what really wins me over. Now don't get me wrong, the first half of the story is highly entertaining and I guarantee that it will make you laugh at their antics. But we also see other sides to their relationship, and even the way they learn early on to admire each other.
I will say that even though there were many aspects of the story I truly enjoyed, I felt like the lightheartedness in the beginning and humor was a bit too high strung for me. I enjoyed it quite a bit, however I did struggle at times with this story. I wasn't able to fully connect with the story as much as I wanted to. There are many wonderful aspects to this story, but I did have a more challenging time engaging with the characters occasionally.
Overall Bliss is a wildly hilarious romance that will give you barrels of laughter, and delivers a witty and intrigue packed romance of the medieval era.
Bliss is a re issue of a medieval historical era romance that was first published in 2001. I am a huge fan of this author, and her historical's are so lightehearted and fun to read, and not books you should take seriously, they are just a relaxing respite. At first I thought I had read Bliss many years ago, but I remember setting this aside, because I just wasn't in the mood for this type of angst romance. Its not your typical angsty romance, its pretty hilarious at times. This couple they are a hoot especially in all the tricks they play on each other. So the gist of the story is, that both Lord Holden and Lady Helen are at odds with each other, constantly complaining to the King about their problems. Well, the King is tired of getting numerous complains about these two parties, so he and his advisor come up with the idea that they should marry, and that way it would solve his problems. So these two are to marry and while settling the "agreement" Helen comes up with the idea that she can't marry Lord Holden, and starts to play horrible tricks on him. Eating cloves of garlic so her breath makes him never wanting to kiss her, cooking his food so its hard as rocks, spoiling his wine and even pushing his fear boundaries. But Lord Holden isn't a pansie, and plays his own tricks back. And boy does he do a good job with it too. He definitely holds his own again Helen especially she is the one that starts these tricks.
You see at the beginning why Helen holds such an animosity toward Hethe. Its basically a misconception about his actions towards his tenants, which she has had to take in. But as the story progresses, we learn that the problems in the very beginning of the story, that causes their conflict has more to do with actions of a third party. But boy is it fun seeing this couple battle each other's wills and passions. I will say that once it got to about half way, their relationship started to mellow out, and this is where I started to really become captivated by this pair. They begin to see certain truths about each other, and act on their growing feelings for each other. The small and gentle ways they begin to let go of their anger and frustation towards each other, and begin to have more understanding and caring towards each other is what really wins me over. Now don't get me wrong, the first half of the story is highly entertaining and I guarantee that it will make you laugh at their antics. But we also see other sides to their relationship, and even the way they learn early on to admire each other.
I will say that even though there were many aspects of the story I truly enjoyed, I felt like the lightheartedness in the beginning and humor was a bit too high strung for me. I enjoyed it quite a bit, however I did struggle at times with this story. I wasn't able to fully connect with the story as much as I wanted to. There are many wonderful aspects to this story, but I did have a more challenging time engaging with the characters occasionally.
Overall Bliss is a wildly hilarious romance that will give you barrels of laughter, and delivers a witty and intrigue packed romance of the medieval era.
I received a arc copy in exchange for a honest review, thanks to Sourcebooks Casablanca for the opportunity.
Fane is a guardian, and one of the strongest and most capable. He has dedicated many years of his life to protecting and being part of the Sentinel’s, and recently has lost a woman he has spent many years protecting when she found love. Now he feels a loss, for the bond between a guardian and the one he protects is powerful, but there is one woman he has always wanted…but he knows he can never have, he knows he is not good enough for her, and plans on returning to the training center…but Serra has different plans. Serra has always loved Fane, and is willing to fight for a chance for them to be together. But she never imagined that what would bring them together, could destroy her. Serra is a powerful telepath, but when she is made to find a lost young girl who has been kidnapped, or die, she knows that she has little choice, and Fane despite his reservation will move heaven and earth to protect her. As Fane and Sherra race against time to find the kidnapped girl, a love erupts between them, and soon they realize they have to fight for that love which hard to hold onto…but will Sherra and Fane lose everything or will they succeed and find a future together…
I will say that Alexandra Ivy has surprised me with this one. I have had the opportunity to read one of her historical paranormal romances..and just loved it, but have never returned to reading her until…now. Even though this is the second book in the series, I was hoping that I wouldn’t be too lost…and I wasn’t. Although I would have loved to have the opportunity to read the first book before reading this one, just to have more background information on Fane and Sherra. There are a lot of issues that Fane is dealing with that I think would be revealed in the first book. But the author does a great job in summarizing Fane and past struggles and the loss of his relationship with the woman he was protecting. Now just so there is no confusion, there was no physical intimacy between them…but what I sensed was more of a strong emotional connection and he protected her for a long time. You see how he struggles with that, and he was such a vibrant yet stubborn hero. I truly adored this hero, but tend to let his pride get in the way of happiness and Sherra. Sherra was just awesome…spirited and feisty, has her own abilities and powers, and she definitely knows how to stand up to Fane. These two had wonderful chemistry, and wowzers…can they heat a room up like fire….you might want a fire extinguisher with you when you read it. And you will want a chance to try this one out…an amazing story that won me over. I read this one in one sitting, there was so much detail and the writing was very stimulating and keeps you from straying from the book. Ivy has a certain unique voice that just captures your attention immediately and it’s near impossible to let go.
As for my overall opinion of this one…well you can never go wrong with the sentinel’s. Sexy warriors who have delectable personalities, sassy heroine to make you want to know more, a plot that is thrilling and one step ahead of the reader, and some fierce desire that develops into a powerful and sexy love story….will thrill you to the core!! Get ready for some shocks, adventures, and some good/bade guys, a bit of a cliffhanger to leave you wanting more, and a wonderful ending that will leave you sighing in full satisfaction. Not one to miss out on.
Fane is a guardian, and one of the strongest and most capable. He has dedicated many years of his life to protecting and being part of the Sentinel’s, and recently has lost a woman he has spent many years protecting when she found love. Now he feels a loss, for the bond between a guardian and the one he protects is powerful, but there is one woman he has always wanted…but he knows he can never have, he knows he is not good enough for her, and plans on returning to the training center…but Serra has different plans. Serra has always loved Fane, and is willing to fight for a chance for them to be together. But she never imagined that what would bring them together, could destroy her. Serra is a powerful telepath, but when she is made to find a lost young girl who has been kidnapped, or die, she knows that she has little choice, and Fane despite his reservation will move heaven and earth to protect her. As Fane and Sherra race against time to find the kidnapped girl, a love erupts between them, and soon they realize they have to fight for that love which hard to hold onto…but will Sherra and Fane lose everything or will they succeed and find a future together…
I will say that Alexandra Ivy has surprised me with this one. I have had the opportunity to read one of her historical paranormal romances..and just loved it, but have never returned to reading her until…now. Even though this is the second book in the series, I was hoping that I wouldn’t be too lost…and I wasn’t. Although I would have loved to have the opportunity to read the first book before reading this one, just to have more background information on Fane and Sherra. There are a lot of issues that Fane is dealing with that I think would be revealed in the first book. But the author does a great job in summarizing Fane and past struggles and the loss of his relationship with the woman he was protecting. Now just so there is no confusion, there was no physical intimacy between them…but what I sensed was more of a strong emotional connection and he protected her for a long time. You see how he struggles with that, and he was such a vibrant yet stubborn hero. I truly adored this hero, but tend to let his pride get in the way of happiness and Sherra. Sherra was just awesome…spirited and feisty, has her own abilities and powers, and she definitely knows how to stand up to Fane. These two had wonderful chemistry, and wowzers…can they heat a room up like fire….you might want a fire extinguisher with you when you read it. And you will want a chance to try this one out…an amazing story that won me over. I read this one in one sitting, there was so much detail and the writing was very stimulating and keeps you from straying from the book. Ivy has a certain unique voice that just captures your attention immediately and it’s near impossible to let go.
As for my overall opinion of this one…well you can never go wrong with the sentinel’s. Sexy warriors who have delectable personalities, sassy heroine to make you want to know more, a plot that is thrilling and one step ahead of the reader, and some fierce desire that develops into a powerful and sexy love story….will thrill you to the core!! Get ready for some shocks, adventures, and some good/bade guys, a bit of a cliffhanger to leave you wanting more, and a wonderful ending that will leave you sighing in full satisfaction. Not one to miss out on.
*Contains Some Spoilers....readers Be Aware*
Blood Cure is the final installment in the trilogy that we have here. I would like to point out that there may be some spoilers for those that suffered from the cliffhanger, although if you have read Linde, you know she won't leave you with a ending such as that. So without further ado....lets talk about this beautiful conclusion.
This is a story that really wraps up this world so nicely, and we see SO Much growth in the characters but most especially in Beckham and Reyna. I just love seeing how much these two really come together in this one.
It starts off with a hard road for both of them. Harrington has broken Beckham's neck, and Reyna is heartbroken thinking the love of her life is gone forever and that she wasn't able to get justice. We see Reyna try to keep it together, and we see how losing her Becks gives her a new purpose in life, and she becomes stronger, she becomes a leader for those left to fight. We see her working with her close circle of friends, to find a safe house, discover the safe houses left and rescue the survivors but unfortunately they learn that Harrington has murdered some in the safe houses. But some they were able to save, including her brother and sister in law. But then what happens is that all that Reyna knew changes and tilts her axis, because while outside checking the perimeter she stumbles into Beckham...who is ALIVE and well and their reunion is as sweet and joyous as I was hoping it would be.
Beckham and his people join forces with those left with the ELLE resistence, they still have their scientist who is working on a cure and doing research into Reyna and Becks blood mating connection. We see them continue on the search for Judie's childhood friend that disappeared when she was kidnapped. We see them continue the fight against Harrington, and we discover what happened to Brian and the tough road he has to recovery after being captured and tortured by Harrington.
The romance between Reyna and Beckham only become more vital and stronger than ever in this final installment we see them face some tough challenges, but we also see how much stronger they are together and what a great team they make. And boy do they kick ass here. What I really liked was that even though Becks worries about the safety of Reyna, he also knows he trusts her compltely and they have a stronger bond than any couple they know. They can feel each other and share each other's emotion and even power and abilities. Their bond has become forged through fire and in Blood Cure, we see that bond tested and how they rise above the ashes and overcome the evil that threatens to destroy the human race.
Overall I found Blood Cure to be a thrilling and edgy paced romance that kept me on edge full of anticipating and heart thumping intensity....a tale of love and fighting for what you believe in, in what is right no matter the cost and that love does CONQUER all!!
Blood Cure is the final installment in the trilogy that we have here. I would like to point out that there may be some spoilers for those that suffered from the cliffhanger, although if you have read Linde, you know she won't leave you with a ending such as that. So without further ado....lets talk about this beautiful conclusion.
This is a story that really wraps up this world so nicely, and we see SO Much growth in the characters but most especially in Beckham and Reyna. I just love seeing how much these two really come together in this one.
It starts off with a hard road for both of them. Harrington has broken Beckham's neck, and Reyna is heartbroken thinking the love of her life is gone forever and that she wasn't able to get justice. We see Reyna try to keep it together, and we see how losing her Becks gives her a new purpose in life, and she becomes stronger, she becomes a leader for those left to fight. We see her working with her close circle of friends, to find a safe house, discover the safe houses left and rescue the survivors but unfortunately they learn that Harrington has murdered some in the safe houses. But some they were able to save, including her brother and sister in law. But then what happens is that all that Reyna knew changes and tilts her axis, because while outside checking the perimeter she stumbles into Beckham...who is ALIVE and well and their reunion is as sweet and joyous as I was hoping it would be.
Beckham and his people join forces with those left with the ELLE resistence, they still have their scientist who is working on a cure and doing research into Reyna and Becks blood mating connection. We see them continue on the search for Judie's childhood friend that disappeared when she was kidnapped. We see them continue the fight against Harrington, and we discover what happened to Brian and the tough road he has to recovery after being captured and tortured by Harrington.
The romance between Reyna and Beckham only become more vital and stronger than ever in this final installment we see them face some tough challenges, but we also see how much stronger they are together and what a great team they make. And boy do they kick ass here. What I really liked was that even though Becks worries about the safety of Reyna, he also knows he trusts her compltely and they have a stronger bond than any couple they know. They can feel each other and share each other's emotion and even power and abilities. Their bond has become forged through fire and in Blood Cure, we see that bond tested and how they rise above the ashes and overcome the evil that threatens to destroy the human race.
Overall I found Blood Cure to be a thrilling and edgy paced romance that kept me on edge full of anticipating and heart thumping intensity....a tale of love and fighting for what you believe in, in what is right no matter the cost and that love does CONQUER all!!