Mixing the Blue Blood (My Blood Runs Blue Book 4)

The story continues. If you like vampire books, then you will love this book. Ms. Eaton is the only author I will read about vampires as it is not my favorite type book. But because she does such a fabulous job of writing, I make sure to read her books. Since I don’t know much about vampires, I have been learning so much from this book. This story brings to life humans changing to vampires, unsavory vampires wanting to take over and rule all vampires, lies, betrayals, special gifts and so much more. I found the mating and love of vampires very interesting. I encourage you to read the book. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader’s Copy of this book.

I’ve received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review 4,5 stars

Well, the 3rd book ended up with Kristin finding that she is pregnant with Trent, who apparently is Alexander’s son. Considering Alexander is a very old vampire this makes sense, but what didn’t make sense for me is how everyone forgot to mention that until it was way too late.

The book takes a turn so twisted that it makes you wonder – what is going to happen next. It does make you hooked on the plot because it gets so intriguing and so complicated and full of drama and if you love some drama from time to time then this book really delivers it.

In the 4th book, we’re getting all of our characters back but also some new ones: Olivia and Gabe. Throughout this book, the action focuses more on Olivia and Gabe and the events that happen around them. Olivia is Kristin’s best friend and she is human, Gabe, on the other hand, is a vampire and is part of the Vampire Military Force and he really takes the rules of their academy very seriously, but at the same time, he has never expected to fall so hard and fast for a human woman.

After a night out Olivia meets a new vampire called Leo and instead of staying away from him, she starts flirting and even almost starting a fight with Kristin about her perfect life and how she’s in control of her life. For some reason, she’s falling so hard that she doesn’t care about going with the vampire. Eventually, Kristin convinces Olivia to follow her home but while she’s getting ready to leave – Olivia disappears and no one can find her. Days later she is found near Kristin’s house with her neck broken and this is where things go south and fast. She is becoming a vampire and in order for her to keep her humanity in check is to bond with the vampire that claimed her – which is Gabe.

Once she is bonded with Gabe there’s a twist of events that you haven’t seen it coming. Leo the one who kidnapped Olivia apparently is building an army of humans turned into vampires because they can control the elements like fire, water, air, and earth.

This time the book peaked my interested way more than the previous 3 ones mostly because of the twist of events that kept on happening on and on and also the funny moments and silly banters between the male vampires who are clearly in love over their heels with Kristin – even tho she’s about to be a mom and bonded fully with Trent. If the other 3 books contained some sex scenes and were very detailed, this one was milder and not very detailed. Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing against sex scenes but I feel like if they’re overly done the book loses the essence of the story, but this wasn’t the case of this book.

The narrator did a great job as always to bring each character to life. If at the first audiobook I was confused about who is who based on the narrator’s voice, this time things are way easier for me. The difference in intonation makes a great difference and even if you get more pov’s you don’t get lost on the transition.

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Mixing the Blue Blood (My Blood Runs Blue #4) was another great read by Stacy Eaton. Olivia has been Kristin’s best friend for many years and enjoys living with Kristin. She loves her relationship with Gabe but she knows that it is bittersweet because she’s a human. Gabe is in the Vampire Military Force and never expected to have intense feelings for a human. Olivia is kidnapped and they stumble on a human trafficking ring, only it’s not a sex trafficking ring. It is to destroy the breed. I really enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read more by Stacy Eaton.

Audiobook Thoughts…I have become a fan of Alex Black, narrator. His tone, the emotion he projects, and the way he can bring a story to life has me looking forward to listening to him tell Stacy Eaton’s Mixing the Blue Blood. There are many characters in this book and the way he can change his voice to bring the characters to life make the story come to life as I listen.

Book Thoughts… There is a lot going on in this story. This is the fourth book in the series and you definitely have to read or listen to the ones earlier in the series to know what is happening. The characters are all intertwined with each other, the storylines for each run into each other at every turn, and the new characters keep the story fresh. I love how it all comes together perfectly and even with all that is going on it is easy to follow the story.

There were a few times that I felt it got repetitive. When different characters retell what was happening at a certain time I felt that it was maybe a little too much of the same story but I still enjoyed getting the different perceptive of what was happening.

I recommend picking up your own audiobook copy and losing yourself in Alex Black’s voice and Stacy Eaton’s story or picking up a print book and finding an amazing vampire story.

Brilliant Story, Series & Cast of Characters! Fabulous Audible Listen

Mixing the Blue Blood
My Blood Runs Blue, Book 4
By: Stacy Eaton
Narrated by: Alex Black

I am loving this series, the characters are awesome and the storylines continue to be amazing. Stacy Eaton is a gifted author, she created fascinating and imaginative characters and storylines and made them realistic and easy to relate to and connect with. This book is just as captivating as the first three, maybe even more. All the characters from the previous books appear in this book plus several new ones. Kristin, as always is the star of the book, or rather the Queen. She and Trent are happy and expecting their first child. She is a full fledged vampire now though a young vampire she is stronger than ever and continues to learn new skills, some that are very surprising to the senior vamps. She is still with her police department working the pm shift. When her friend Olivia disappears she finds out several other women have disappeared too. She knows who is behind the disappearance and with the help of the VMF, Vampire Military Force, a team of investigators and enforcers who go after rogue vampires. They set out to find Olivia and the other women and find out what they are using the woman for. Angelina, an unlikely ally or sill foe, returns Olivia but she is in bad shape. Because of dangers they bring to society It is against vampire policy to turn humans in to vampires, but they are forced to make a decision. Trent does not like the choice they make and runs off. Angelina fills them in one what Burke was aiming for and that Leo and Fitz are still working on. But can she be trusted or is she setting them up, will Olivia go rouge. But they are forced to take a leap of faith when Mickey, his wife and Trent are all taken. There is a whole lot of story in this book, it is cleverly plotted and there is never a dull moment. In addition to all the drama with the rogue vampires and what they are intending to do there is relationship drama for Kristen, Julian is there by her side pleading his undying love to her. My heart broke for him. Gabriel is right there for Olivia, he stood by her side and did what he had to do. I loved how it all plays out, learning more about the vampires, their dynamics and different powers. This book has it all, it is an awesome mix of several genres, an entertaining work of fiction that will suck you right in and hold your mind hostage for the entire book. Stacy Eaton, thank you for this awesome story and series. I am looking forward to what comes next for these amazing characters, especially Jules, he needs his very own forever love.

I listened to the Audible edition, Alex Black is a terrific narrator and voice performer, continues to bring these characters and their stories to life. He is going a great job portraying the characters, humanizing them, giving them their voices and personality, as well as heart and attitude. He is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another great listen

The excitement continues in the series with Gabriel and Olivia’s story. He’s a vampire and she’s human…can the 2 mix? A great read to find out – the story is full of romance, action, and suspense! Another page-turner read!

OMG! This is amazing! A fantastic storyline with fantastic characters including those from previous reads. Throw in a mixture of action, suspense, sex, romance, kidnapping, betrayal, mating and vampires and you have yourself a book you will not be able to put down! Can be read on its own but i totally recommend the whole series!