Showing posts with label Action & Adventure. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Action & Adventure. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Review for The Beloved by J.R. Ward

 


The Black Dagger Brotherhood series Book 22


  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C7RNKKTR
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gallery Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 9, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  •  Print length ‏ : ‎ 428 pages 
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1982180102


Blurb 

The daughter of a legend finds the love of a lifetime in this passionate, heart-wrenching installment in J.R. Ward’s #1 New York Times bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood series.

Nalla, the blooded daughter of Zsadist, has led a sheltered life. Protected by her father and the Brotherhood, she is chafing against the walls of the very safety that has ensured her survival. One night, she gives in to her restlessness...and finds herself face-to-face with a male whose inner darkness rivals even that of her sire’s horrific origins.

Nate is a fighter with nothing to lose and nothing to live for. Tortured in a human lab as a young, then cursed with immortality, he is all vengeance and no purpose because he cares for no one--not even himself. The Brotherhood knows this all too well and following Nate’s deliberate violation of the cardinal rule in the war, they declare him a dangerous liability that must be dealt with.

When Nalla and Nate find themselves fighting side by side, daggers aren’t the only things that fly. A sizzling attraction is ignited, though Nalla knows her sire will never accept him--and on his side, Nate has made a secret bargain to end his own immortality. As the enemy closes in, and Nalla realizes she must choose between her mate and her sire, what starts with such passion may well end with eternal sorrow and no chance of a reunion--even in the Fade.

Zsadist has always been my favorite brother; it is Zsadist's story that truly touched me in ways I can't fully express. Seeing him struggle with his daughter was heartbreaking. Nalla, feeling like a mere footnote in her parents' epic love story, faces a difficult journey as she falls in love with Nate and distances herself from her father. Nate's reckless behavior poses a threat in the ongoing war against the Lessers, and even his parents struggle to control him. Nalla, embodying her father's strength and courage, proves herself to be a formidable force, standing up to the Glymera vampires and protecting her friend Bitty. As Nalla learns more about Nate's past and the demons that haunt him, she gains a new perspective on her mother's sacrifices and struggles. Meanwhile, Wrath's return after thirty years of separation brings new challenges as the war with the Lessers escalates. His inner battle between duty and revenge weighs heavily on him, but with the support of his brothers and Lassiter, he finds the strength to lead from the throne. The emotional reunion of the brothers, especially Rhage's and Vishous's reactions, adds depth to the story. Bitty's warning to L.W. about controlling his anger and thirst for revenge adds a layer of tension to the narrative. J.R. Ward's storytelling prowess shines in this book, and The Black Dagger Brotherhood remains my favorite vampire series. The characters feel like family, resonating with us throughout the series, making it a truly enriching reading experience. While some books may stand out more than others, each one reinforces the importance of cherishing loved ones in our lives. The Beloved was an intriguing read; we loved it.


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Saturday, April 12, 2025

Review for Asking For Trouble : A Small Town MC Romance (The Fallen Men Book 8) by Giana Darling


Asking For Trouble : A Small Town MC Romance (The Fallen Men Book 8)

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D6ZTMYR8
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Giana Darling Publishing (July 25, 2024)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 25, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 319 pages
Genre: MC Romance, Action Adventure



     
Blurb:
From USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-selling author Giana Darling comes a new MC romance about a girl hiding from her past and the biker who becomes her unlikely saviour…

When four thugs show up at Evergreen Gas Station with cocked shotguns and masked faces, it could have ended in the worst night of my life.

Instead, a gorgeous mystery man in leather, silver, and too many tattoos strolls into the middle of the robbery and becomes my unlikely saviour with a tarnished halo.

Only, what seemed like a random hold-up at first turns into something far more complicated and Aaron Clare isn’t the type of man to leave a woman in distress. Despite my vow not get into trouble again, I find myself following the man dubbed ‘Boner’ into a night of danger and delicious debauchery with long-reaching consequences.

*A standalone in The Fallen Men Series.*


We loved Blue and Boner's story, which starts with a bang. The plot draws you in, and despite the danger the couple finds themselves in, they have no problem with fun and flirtation. Blue is full of sass, brave, and independent. She has the bravery to escape her troubled past and chart her future. Despite the horrors she has experienced, she became a loving, caring, beautiful woman willing to make sacrifices to protect the ones she loves. Boner, aka Aaron, is deeply drawn to the woman from the moment they met, and one he cannot forget. Blue comes with a heap of complications, but Boner knows she is his soulmate and is willing to fight for the woman he has come to love. We love how he was with Blue; it touches our hearts. Their chemistry was beautiful, hot, and sexy. The plot was full of suspense and non-stop drama, making for an engaging tale. The club drama escalates as time goes by. We loved that Zeus and the brothers were willing to have Boner's back no matter the consequences. One minute you're laughing out loud, and the other times you feel like crying as all seems hopeless. We loved it. The story tends to put you on edge sometimes, as the violence and sick deeds of others are thrust upon innocents who are full of nothing but love and light.

  

 
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About the Author:
Giana Darling is a USA Today Bestselling Selling Canadian romance writer who specializes in the taboo and angsty side of love and romance. She currently lives in beautiful British Columbia where she spends time riding on the back of her man's bike, baking pies, and reading snuggled up with her cat Persephone. She loves to hear from readers so please contact her at gianadarling@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments.
 
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