INSTINCT. His was to bite me. Mine was to run.Death has never been so tempting. No one ever cares that they’re dying, when it feels this good to die. Farah’s life is over in this PNR Novelette from USA Today Bestselling Author, Hanleigh Bradley.I’m not like the vampires in your books, little girl. I’m not agonising over my own soul or the ethics of drinking your blood.I don’t want saving or to … drinking your blood.
I don’t want saving or to find some great love that will alter my very existence. I’m not a monster. I’m the devil himself and I have no problem playing that role.
I take what I want and right now, what I want is you… And there’s nothing you can do to stop me.
“This is a one seating type of read. It flows well and the it grabs you from the beginning. And boy, the scenes are super hot.” – A Reader’s Review
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Not a sparkly vampire story, yet existence changing for both the elder vampire and his chosen more than a little naive human
Intense and seductive!
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A very interesting start to a serious. Nicely written with lots of detail. I can’t wait to read the next one and see where the story goes.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Everett’s a vampire who’s been around for a while. He’s not interested in being a good guy. He’s content with the monster that he is. So why is he so drawn to Farah? As he learns more about her, he can’t decide if he wants to love her or kill her.
An interesting little piece. I loved the contrast of Everett’s personality to Farah. This is a perfect listen for fans of PNR.
I loved the way the narrator used a whisper soft voice for Everett’s POV. It brought his character to life.
This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.
This author wrote a vampire as he should be, evil and a predator. Everette is an Elite, vampire royalty. He is known for being ruthless and giving no mercy. He has his sights set on Farah. She is meant to be his next victim. For some odd reason, one that is bothering him to his core, he can’t get himself to hurt her. He can’t make her his victim. He has a pull towards her, an attraction that he can’t explain. Farrah is immediately drawn to him to. Everette is going against all he believes in when he comes to her rescue from another vampire. Also letting himself act on his growing feelings. This is such a great start to this series. I need to know what happens next! Get ready vampire romance fans to be hooked. You won’t be able to pick up the next book fast enough. For audio listeners, you’ll be impressed by this narrators switch from Everette & Farrah. Her voice represents both characters well. How she tells the story is perfect with an errie feeling mixed with a romantic element.Whether you read or listen to this story, get ready to become addicted!
Instinct is one of the best “Vampire” books I’ve ever read with its unique point of view and the constant inner thoughts that flow from Everette and Farah’s minds. Everette is an Elite Vampire, royalty as it were. He has wandered the world, waiting for just the right human to be his to do with as he pleases. Farah is the perfect foil, with her mind full of literary and big screen vampires. One of the first interactions between the vampire and the waitress is when he grabs the book she’s reading (in a nanosecond!) and of course she’s Team Edward. Cleverly done, indeed. There is a seductive feel all throughout and Farah is drawn right into Everette’s universe. She’s frightened at the thought of being stalked, but comforted by who’s doing the stalking. Everette is so sure of himself and certain that he will love playing with the human for awhile and then, naturally, drain her dry. But he has certain behaviors that he’s not quite sure where they’re coming from. Why does he wait to take her blood? Why does he want to take her home and let her stay with him, have breakfast in the morning? He’s so much more humane when he’s with Farah and he even enjoys sitting on her window sill watching her sleep at night. And Farah feels safe and definitely desired, even though she feels danger lurking all around. This is a magnificent set-up for the sequel, Craving, and I need to start it right now!
I listened to the audio book and am thoroughly impressed with the job Debbie Soelter did with the narration. Her Farah was sweet and fearless while Everette was sensual and hypnotic. The voices made the audio book even more enjoyable!
Instinct by Hanleigh Bradley
WOW!! I loved this vampire tale
The story grabs you right from the start. I was instantly intrigued, loved the characters and wanted more! It’s very fast paced and intense. My only complaint is how very short it is.
I need more!!!!!
* New to me author
Instinct is a PNR book that took me by surprise. Although this is a shorter story and does end in a cliffhanger the characters took me on a joy ride that kept me engaged to the very end. I was happy that I did not have to wait for the next book.
Everett and Farah are enjoyable characters that need to be read.
This was my first Hanleigh Bradley’s book. This novella is the first book in The Elite Series, a paranormal romance. This is a great introduction to this new vampire Series. Everette and Farah’s story is fast-paced, and intriguing. The story ended with a cliffhanger. Looking forward to listen to the next book in the Series, Craving. Debbie Soelter did a good job with the narration.
This seems more of a prequel than an actual book 1 to me. There doesn’t seem to be too much going on, just some inner turmoil and a bit of background information. That being said, it is very interesting and I would get the next book to see how this progresses.
Instinct (The Elite, Book 1) is a novella that will have you on the qui vive. Told in dual pov giving you glimpse into the characters thoughts. A paranormal romance about a vampire obsessed with a human. I’m ambivalent about this audio as I’m not sure how I feel about the characters and writing yet, as the length may be a factor. I do think its partly due to the narators performance. I would like to dig deeper into the characters and the storyline. This ends in a cliffy leaving you craving more. Im hoping to learn more about the characters in the next novella.
Narator Debbie Soelter wouldn’t be my first choice to narate this audio. I didn’t enjoy her depiction of Everette. I found her inflection too raspy. I did fancied her draw of Farrah. It wasnt as much of a smooth sailing listen that I would have enjoyed.
Overall, a zippy listen that just creates more questions than answers.
Audiobook Obsession
Instinct was a short, fast-paced read and I enjoyed every moment of it. This story is focused on a vampire Everette’s intense obsession with a human Farah. This is my first book by this author and it won’t be my last. It was entertaining and although it ends in a cliff-hanger I can’t wait to see where this story goes. I would highly recommend this for those looking for a quick vampire novella.
The audiobook version was narrated by Debbie Soelter who is a new to me narrator. Although her voice was pleasant to listen to there were certain parts of the audiobook where she sounded a bit robotic however after a while I got used to it.
AudiobookObsession
Instinct by Hanleigh Bradley is a Paranormal Romance Novelette that I listened to on audio narrated by Debbie Soelter.
This is the first book of Hanleigh’s that I have read and it definitely won’t be my last. The story does end on a cliffhanger but that was no surprise since it is the first book in The Elite series. I can’t wait for book two Craving to be released on kindle on January 24, 2020.
Debbie did a great job on the narration. I look forward to listening to more of her work in the future.
An entertaining quick read. He’s a vampire and Farrah is suppose to be his next meal, but she quickly becomes that and his newest obsession that he can’t let go.
WOW. That perfectly describes this book. It is full of hot sexy man, intrigue, perseverance, and perfection. I fully recommend this book.
“I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.”
I loved it. The unflinching stare, the darkness that surrounds Everette, his blatant desire for Farah. His quandry of does he drain her of her blood or slowly savor her? Hmmmm….decisions, decisions.
I read and reviewed a copy of this book.
I purchased this book through Amazon and am leaving my review voluntarily.
Overall storyline is 4 stars – no sparkly Vampire here and he actually seems to be deadly, contemplating the h’s death. 3 stars for a few minor grammatical errors, and for being a very short read, and mixing in English words and American words.
**spoilers**
This is a serial book so be prepared for a quick read with a cliffhanger.
I initially thought the story took place in England because there are several English words in the story but I guess it’s just as likely to be in America.
Farah is a waitress in a coffee shop. Everette is the Vampire who is stalking her.
Everette toys with Farah like any predator does with his prey. He eventually takes her to his home. Bites her and they have sex. Farah seems entirely too calm about it all. I think the average human would be terrified and not so complacent about the fact a Vampire has said he will probably eventually kill her. But not today.
I do look forward to reading the next installment.
I’m not sure where this series is going. But I’m on board. I don’t think either of them know where this is going. This a short story, but I wish there was more
I absolutely loved the first-person narrative. I enjoyed how Farah seems to change Everette, not in a dramatic way because he still in his eyes a monster. But he begins to feel for her. He doesn’t know why he is feeling the way he is but he does.
I think Hanleigh did an excellent job in the emotions of both of these characters. It makes me wonder what is going to happen in the next installment.
One of my favorite books by hanleigh. Its amazing and I love it
so different so thrilling
intense broken beautiful love story of Everette and Farah
ready for more