The greatest trick the First Vampire ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn’t exist.Before the now-infamous Count Dracula ever tasted his first drop of blood, Sorin Ambrogio owned the night…and now he’s back.History collides in present-day New York City. The various supernatural factions are splintering and growing desperate to maintain their seats of power.And one man hungers for … power.
And one man hungers for nothing more than to burn it all to the ground. Because he learns he has been lied to all along, that his centuries-long slumber may have been intentional.
Betrayal doesn’t get better with age. It just grows sharper and hungrier.
Violence is a virtue in the tale of the world’s First Vampire. The name Sorin Ambrogio will go down in the history books—even if he has to write it himself.
Other books in the Shade of Devil Series:
Devil’s Dream—Book 1.
Devil’s Cry—Book 2.
Devil’s Blood—Book 3
If you like Bella Forrest, I.T. Lucas, Laurell K. Hamilton, K.F. Breene, J.R. Ward, or Shannon Mayer, you won’t be able to put down the highly addictive Shade of Devil Series.
“Shayne Silvers, Jim Butcher, and Kevin Hearne are easily my favorite Urban Fantasy Authors. In that order.” — Michael Anderle, Amazon Top 25 Bestselling Author
More than 1m books downloaded and tens-of-thousands of five-star reviews. Available in digital, print, and audiobook formats.
What Amazon readers are saying about Shayne’s other books:
★★★★★ ‘His foul-mouthed unicorn murders rainbows!’
★★★★★ ‘Move over Dresden!’
★★★★★ ‘The Temple Verse HAS to be picked up by Netflix soon.’
★★★★★ ‘Silvers could write a grocery list on a dirty napkin and make it an international bestseller.’
★★★★★ ‘I went from crying my eyes out to laughing uncontrollably, repeatedly.’
★★★★★ ‘It’s like the characters walked off the page, joined me at the bar, and bought me a drink.’
★★★★★ ‘I am astounded as to how the author keeps the story fresh and exciting.’
★★★★★ ‘I usually see plot twists a mile away. Shayne has proven me wrong. Every time.’
★★★★★ ‘Best books I’ve read in thirty years.’
★★★★★ ‘His intense actions scenes let you see the fangs and claws, hear the gunshots, feel the magic, and smell the fear.’
★★★★★ ‘Everything you thought you knew about vampires, shifters, dragons, wizards, fairies and gods is flat wrong.’
★★★★★ ‘Publishers who didn’t snap up his books are missing out on a gold mine.’
Silvers has pleasured over one million readers with his stories. Now it’s your turn for a little pleasuring…
★★ SILVERS WAS A DRAGON AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST FANTASY NOVEL OF THE YEAR IN BOTH 2017 AND 2018. FIND OUT WHY… ★★
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This is a review I’m thrilled to write. The last 2 were so hard for me to write because I am a huge Shayne fan, and when I first started Blood, I thought, no, not again! But, thank heavens, it was “not again”!
I’m not going to do any spoilers here like so many seem to feel a need to do. I will say I don’t mind the way this book went. As a matter of fact, it was so much more in keeping with Shayne’s writing that I didn’t care about any “downsides” to this one. Every good book has laughs and tears, so why should Shayne’s books be any different? I want laughs and tears! Otherwise it’s all one tone. Yuk.
This time we finally have action. Real action where there’s drama, fighting, good guys, bad guys, and, yes, laughs and tears. And lots of fun in between because, well, it’s Shayne. We get to see Sorin in action, and out of action so we can see others in action as well. We get to see more of Hades and a few other characters that we’ve been waiting to see make an appearance. And there’s some real surprises, which is also a trademark of Shayne’s that was so sorely missed!
I will admit I’m not a huge fan of vamp novels these days. I guess the truth is, I’ve become bored with them. But, thankfully, this one was very different from the usual vamp books. There were things in here that don’t usually follow in vamp books. Things like injuries from unexpected sources, curses that you wouldn’t think would work on a vamp, and different types of nourishment, which were also unexpected.
I particularly like Adam and Eve. Very clever characters. This particular series incorporates much more of the gods of Olympus than his Temple series, even though they both have some elements of the gods. Here, though, we see exclusively Olympus gods, including Titans, rather than branching out into other mythologies. And I’m a huge fan of the gods of Olympus. Even if I don’t like them, I love them. So that is also an element that I enjoyed, particularly in this last book of the beginning of the series.
Thank you, Shayne, for listening to your fans, and for making this one so much more enjoyable. You went with your strengths and left your weaknesses behind, and it made for so much better a book. I said in my last review, I believe, that authors tend to have a niche that they fit into, and once they find it, they find it’s best if they try to stick to it. Well, Shayne may be a bit of an outlier with niches, since he does seem to be able to move from a more Upper YA to an Adult level series (although there’s some rough language and innuendo in the Nate Temple and company series, there’s no flagrant and overdone sex, so I tend to refer to it as Upper YA). But, he also seems to have realized that there are certain storylines that he does best, and certain ones he’s not that good at writing. So, kudos for recognizing this and making this one more to your style and level of excellence. I’m so very glad to be able to write a good review for this series!
So, Very Well Done, Mr. Silvers! Very well done, indeed. And seeing that there’s going to be a branch of this series coming this year, I’m hoping you keep up with your own language and style so I can love the rest as much as I did this one.
And, Not A Single Spoiler!!!!!
I really enjoyed the third installment of the Shade of Devil Series! This book was quite a ride, had all the feels and truly kept me guessing the entire time! So many fun characters that I can’t even pick a favorite! Really well written, all the wit and charm that you’re used too with Shayne. Can’t wait for more to come, what shananagins will ensue this time? Definitely some twisted, shifty characters in this story too! Baddies get what’s coming to them and you’ll love every second of it, I promise! Ah, sweet revenge! Pick up your copy today, you won’t be disappointed!!
Yet another wonderful read!!! This is a great series and the book get better and better. I love the characters!! Soren is new favorite vampire!! Or is he my oldest favorite? I don’t know and you won’t either if you don’t read this series!! You won’t be sorry. The characters are great and you won’t be able to or even want to put it down.
AN EXCEPTIONAL FANG – BLOODY -TASTIC SERIES THAT’S BIGGER THAN MOUNT OLYMPUS!!!
Shayne Silvers remains one of the most innovative exciting inventive and influential writers in the Urban Fantasy genre today.
Constantly breaking new ground with cutting-edge stories with diverse and unique characters which you love & of course there’s those you love to hate.
Silvers’ has conceived a fresh spin and take and with a massive twist to this much loved vampire genre.
If you Love Charlene Harris Sookie Stakehouse Series (True Blood) or J.R. Ward’s The Blackdagger Brotherhood Series, You’ll lovingly offer up your jugular to Shayne Silvers Shade Of Devil in Sorin Ambrogio.
This is the ledgend of the first ever created Vampire, Sorin Ambrigio, (Sorin meaning Sun and Ambrigio meaning Of the Gods),
This man was tricked and cursed by vengeful Gods & Goddesses.
Changing the man into a Monster!
A monster the people of Europe declared ‘The Devil’ as he washed the streets of Europe in Blood.
Ambrogio is the man who sired Dracula and unlike every other Vampire who was sired, this man was not, he was created. Then Mr Silvers decideds to tweak the story some more and combines it with the parthenon of Greek Mythology’s Gods & Goddesses of Mount Olympus.
But after 500 years things have changed and the monster has become more of a man again wanting a peaceful life, leaving it all behind and now wants to right some wrongs, two actually!
The first : Eradicate his sire Dracula. Whom truly became a worse monster than his Master.
The second : Allowing everyone to believe Dracula was the original vampire, a problem he will fix if costs him everythin & it may just go that.
Sorin’s continuing mission is to eradicate the thorn in his side, but it is nothing compared to the multi-faceted battle he faces in this book!
So calling on all lovers of the urban fantasy genre here is everything you’ll ever want or crave of things with claws, fangs, blood, lust, sexuality, bloodlust, carnage, violence, and gore.
Of Witches (both Dark & Light) who cackle, throw potions and weave spells. Of Gods & Goddesses with exceptional powers & blood the likes you’ve never seen. The Olympians.
In one word…Supernatural’s, but Supernatural’s Galore : Vampires, Werewolves, Nephilim/Vampires, Gods & Goddesses, Skinwalkers, Light & Dark Witches, Dracula and more.
Your notice had formerly been served,
Seriously if you thought book 1 or 2 was the ultimate battle for true supremacy then you’ve read absolutley nothing yet!
And If you thought this fight was between Sorin Ambrogio and Dracula, you’re in for one hell of a shock!
Because Its Sorin Ambrogio vs. Dracula vs. The Gods & Goddesses of Mount Olympus vs. The Witches of The Cauldron vs. The Sister’s of Mercy Witches and the Stakes are higher than ever with 3 hostage taken captive & held 4 ransom.
I found book 3 lacking some of the authors usual witt snark & humour, but it was also more of a serious novel, more about battle, revenge & justice rather than the fun & flirty of books 1 & 2.
I RATE DEVIL’S BLOOD
4.8 Out Of 5 !
Dying To Sink Your Fangs Into An Extrodinary Series, With A Fresh Twist? Then Shade of Devil’s, Devil’s Blood is Unlike Anything You’ve Read Before!
I received ARC copy of this book from the author and this is my fair, honest and impartial review as always.
Reviewed By : Jewelz Pederick
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Long ago, Count Dracula was the First Vampire, Sorin Ambrogio’s second-in-command, who then went rogue, leading to the deaths of Sorin’s family and, as punishment was imprisoned in Sorin’s Castle Ambrogio. The whole site was finally transferred to Central Park in New York, so the premise goes in Shayne Silvers’ epic series, Shade of Devil, of which Devil’s Blood is the third and last of the trilogy…(no! no! I hear your anguished cry).
Cursed by the Ancient Greek gods Artemis and Apollo, Sorin was killed and later brought back to life, bringing us through the starting point of Sorin’s story in the first two volumes, so we now have the grand denouement in the third.
After many trials and tribulations, Sorin must prove his worth to these same Gods, in order to keep Dracula imprisoned and also try to bring back to life his Sorin’s Devils, killed in battle.
Sorin and his foul-mouthed unicorn must together face off against two covens of witches, The Cauldron and the Sisters of Mercy, in a final conflict. Can justice be done, or will Sorin be left alone?
Although part of the Templeverse, Shayne Silvers has shown his talent and diversity in creating a new pantheon of characters, totally different to Nate Temple and his particular style of adventure.
A very long book at 460 pages, but Devil’s Blood is so engaging and captivating, that you’ll be sorry to see the end of Sorin’s story – or is it? Even a cold-blooded undead blood-sucker can have feelings of love and longing for their children, (especially given their normally near-immortal lifespan) when they are believed lost forever. Friends may come and go and even betray you when you let your guard down, yet still be mourned in a strange kind of way for the lost familiarity.
Devil’s Blood, by the esteemed fantasy writer Shayne Silvers,will get under your skin and worm its way into your brain in the most satisfyingly unexpected way and it’s guaranteed to be the most exciting vampire story you’ll read in a very long time. Get all 3 books and don’t forget the garlic!
The master of the rollercoaster ride delivers as always. Twists, truths and the unexpected will keep you reading long past bedtime. If you haven’t read the first two hurry up and get caught up. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll curse Shayne Silvers name. And you’ll wait with great anticipation for the next one. Having read Anne Rice and yes even Stephanie Meyers and many authors in between I thought I knew what a vampire book would entail. What I got was a fresh viewpoint and a new favorite vampire. Come enjoy.
Another great book by Shayne!
Think you know where the story line’s headed? You.are.wrong. As an avid Master Silvers reader, I thought I knew where it may go….holy sheeeet, I was wrong. You’re going to love this book. Lots of action, snark, and gratuitous kicks in the feels. Get this book, call in sick due to withdrawal, because this will leave you wanting the next book!
Oh. Dear. Lord. I am so loving Shayne Silvers’ newest series, Shade of Devil. It’s star, Sorin Ambrogio, is freakishly fantastic. A wildly imaginative take on the vampire mythos, the paranormal and mythological gods and goddesses this is a fantastic and perfectly executed story arc so far, and that (more than) certainly continues in its third book, Devil’s Blood. Go the the publisher’s blurb for a perfectly decent and non/spoilery (if that’s not a word it should be) summary. Just know that this is a fantastically fun thrill ride of a novel and highly recommended.
Devil’s Blood is one twisted crazy freaking out of this world kind of fabulous! Just when you think you have an inkling what will happen and which way it will turn you are twisted and left asking yourself did that just freaking happen!!!? It is like all of Shayne’s other book it’s unforgettable. Shayne has a way with his writing that I don’t just see words written, Once I start reading Shayne’s books it’s like I’m watching a movie in my mind play out. It’s fantastic! I am voluntarily leaving my honest review after reading this arc, but I loved it so much I purchased my own copy.
Wow, this book has so much happening, it’s really hard to put down! The first chapter drew me in and I was hooked, turning page after page to see what happens next. I love the characters, with Sorin, Aphrodite, Adam and Eve being my favorite. There’s nothing better than amazing story with laugh-out-loud humor and this book delivers it! This book is action-packed with danger, suspense, Olympians, magic, werewolves, vampires, witches, betrayal, souls, battles, secrets, family, laugh-out-loud humor and twists and turns!
I stated at the beginning of this series that I am not a big vampire fan. Oh, I read them, but they aren’t my favorite. This series is so very different, and this latest is probably the best yet. I do want to warn you before reading it, though, that you will need tissues, for both crying tears of sadness and laughter. There are so many things that happen in this one, I’m left at the end wondering how things are going to progress from here. So many revelations I didn’t see coming, and so many interesting things happened. With these events, I am left blindsided and confused at how Sorin is going to go handle what will probably come next. Read this one; it’s a game changer. Highly recommend!
Book 3 of this series brings this story arc to a close
Where Book 1 began this roller-coaster, fast-paced ride with Book 2 unleashing a twist no-one saw coming,
Book 3 not only ups the ante but ramps it up with style. Absolutely brilliant.
Even if you are not a fan of this genre if you love a good read give these a go.
This is everything a reader needs from a book. And so much more.
Sorin is back with more family and more family issues. Big sisters who test one’side patience , Aunties and Uncles who may or may not have a vested interest in what happens, and above all else, dealing with Dracula. In this installment in Sorin’s story we have some of the highest and lowest points in Sorin’s story to date. We have all of the twists, turns and Oh My Gods moments the readers have come to expect, demand, and thoroughly enjoyou from Shayne Silvers.
With the third book in the Shade of Devil series, Shayne continues to take everything we know of vampires and blow them out of the water. This book was fantastic, a thrilling notch in Shayne’s belt, to go along with his other literary conquests. I fully expected a ‘happy’ ending, and instead, I got kicked in the teeth, had my milk money stolen, was was hoisted up the flagpole by my underwear for daring to assume anything about this tale. Love, loss, laughter, revelation and hatred abound in this book, and if you enjoy a gripping vampire story without the typical tropes, this one is for you.
The emotions…the ride…just…the first two books were good. This installment blew me away. I had to put it down and walk away to calm myself down a time or two.
Sorin has issues, truly. Battling Dracula, witches and Greek gods aren’t enough. He also has to struggle with his own parentage, whether or not he’s a baby daddy, and his relationships with the women in his life. Oh, and a giant ghost wolf?
Devil’s blood gets manic, maybe a little shocking, and even wildly inappropriate. Beneath it all run the threads common to Silver’s writing: the importance of family (blood and otherwise), loyalty, self-sacrifice…
The tone of Devil’s Blood felt very different to me from the previous books. I’m still digesting it all, deciding how I feel about the book, and the series. That said, it was a fun read, with surprises, shocks, gore, love… Get onboard, enjoy the ride, and decide for yourself.
In the third installment of the world’s first vampire, Sorin Ambroggio’s story, Shayne Silvers brings plot twists galore and fresh takes on millennia old characters both beloved and vilified. This one has it all!
Forget your suspicions, forget what you thought you figured out, forget all those clues you thought you picked up in books one and two. Shayne manages to take all that and turn it upside down, inside out, sideways, drag it through an interdimensional worm hole and then give you the answers you didn’t even know to ask for, all while breaking your heart even as you raise a fist in pure joy, and laugh so hard, whatever liquid you just tried to swallow shoots from your nose—again. Grab your copy and join me in saying “He didn’t just… No way. He wouldn’t! Oh. My. Gosh. He just did!” Enjoy!
This entire story was captivating from beginning to end. Intricately woven. As usual, no detail was random, facts revealed later within the story. Hilarious, heart-wrenching, vindicating, and at times chaotic but with form. A storytelling victory.