In a world of perpetual night, vampires rule and humans have no chance of escape.On the surface, my life must appear one of lavish design. As a courtesan for the vampire royals, extravagant gowns are tailor-made to hug my curves, ensuring I look my best as an ornament decorating a luxurious palace. What is the cost of all this splendor? My blood, my body… and my soul. After being arrested for … body… and my soul.
After being arrested for war crimes, I volunteered to become a consort to the three kings to allow my family time to escape. But when the malicious leader of the human rebellion demands I betray my new lovers, even I’m surprised to discover my loyalties have shifted.
My body now craves the touch of my vampiric kings, awakening a burning passion within me to protect them from an uprising that could bring them to their knees. Can I find a way to protect all those I love, or will I pay with my life for daring to care for both sides?
The Fire & Blood series, written by Alexa B. James, is an 18+ Reverse Harem Romance weaved together by secrets, fangs, and passion. This is a full-length novel of 81,000 words (341 print pages).more
Well this book is very twisted, intense and steamy. It starts off slow but picks up speed real quick. As you read, you will get betrayal, tragedy and emotional turmoil. So we are in an era where vampires rule and humans are food. However, if the humans have blood magic they can become part of the Vampires court. That is the interesting twist about the book. If you have blood magic, depending on the magic, you can make a vampire very powerful. Right now we are in middle of a war between Vampires and the rebel humans. Humans are trying to take back a town because the human population is dwindling. While this war is going on Kori meets 3 vampire warriors who become kings. Ruin, Ash and Death. There is something there between the four but that gets explored later in the book. Lets say that it gets hot at that time. Then tragedy strikes and everything changes. Is Kori strong enough to accept the consequences of what she does? Will she give herself to the Kings? Does she end up betraying her people? So many questions and not enough answers. Then you get that ending that just about kills you because you need to know what happens. Over all this is good story to read.
Amazing!
Fantastic from beginning to end. This amazing author does a fantastic job of weaving a story that will keep you at the edge of your seat fully entertained and enthralled! The ending will have you saying OMG!
This story is steamy, action packed, witty and suspenseful. I can’t wait to read the next book!
Holy hotness, this books starts out with a bang and never lets up. If you are looking for a HOT vampire story with descriptive scenes, interesting characters and a very, very steamy plot then this is the story for you. I really enjoyed the idea of a strong female character, both needing and wanting the protection of a strong man. The plot was well written and kept me engaged.
The action and passion was well balanced and enjoyable. I loved the coldness that one of the characters presented, it really fit what I would think a vampire would be; but there were also times when he showed his “other side” and that was a fun contrast to read about. I received an ARC and am leaving an honest review. I will be reading book two and soon!
Pretty great intro to the series
If I’m not mistaken, I already have read a book or two from the author. But I do admit that this one is the most charming.
At first, it feels to me that I’m somehow missing a substantial background story. But the more I cover more chapters, the more I get interested in the book. Hell, I can even say I’m pretty much devouring the second half of it.
There is also something with the main characters…something that feels innocent and unassuming. Like they seem contradictory to their apparent roles.
For example, the heroine is supposed to be this highly-favored courtesan slash strategist for the human rebels. Yet, at the same time, she seems so polite and quite disoriented at times. Not weak per se…but surely has potential left to be explored further.
The heroes are obvs more warrior-ish than politicians so I want to see them grow and earn the respect they deserve.
Also, is King Ravager truly the villain or am I getting antihero-ish vibes from him? Very curious…
I looove this series so much. The first book was ah-mazing, and the second only made me love it more. Don’t miss out on this hot, steamy, RH vampire series. You won’t regret it!
* First-time reading author
** KU read
Okay, so as you can see, I have never read this author before. I am a vast PNR and reverse harem fan, but this book is just fantastic. I love when humans come out against what they think is wrong, even when it is against something as strong as vampires. This story takes you over a span of time (not horrifically long) where humans and vampires fight each other but in the middle of all of this three king vamps and one human woman that could rule everything if they could only get ahead of all the twists and turns going on.
Great beginning to a series or duet. Not sure yet. However, I do know that I can’t wait for the next book to come out!
A riveting start to this series of vampire kingdoms
—>>> This story was a riveting start to this series of vampire kingdoms which had me engaged with its many uniquely woven twists and connections, with its strong heroine Kori being pulled between family loyalties and her attraction and lust for three vampires. As a mage courtesan, she has to watch her back and those of her siblings as well, with many secrets to guard to protect all she loves. This first book occurs over at least a couple years’ time, and the second half of the book is where the real action takes place, where it ends on a thrilling cliffhanger. Looking forward to Book #2 in November!
This steamy, exciting reverse haram book will not only get you hot under the collar but will also have you on the edge of your seat.
Though life might appear lavish for Kobi and the courtesans to the royal vampires, it is anything but. Used not only for their bodies but also for the power in their blood, life is a tight rope walk of danger and intrigue. When Kobi is accused of war crimes against the vampires, she becomes the consort to the three kings in order to save her family but lines become blurred and she realizes that the sides (human and vampire) are not as clear cut as she once believed.
From courtesans, to war, mages, intrigue, death, vampires and sexy warriors, this story is not only a thrilling paranormal tale but has tender romance and well written sex scenes. Ruin, Ash and Death are hot, caring hunks, each with their own unique personality and the excellent writing let’s you experience the emotions they feel. Kori is a character you become attached to from the very beginning. She is intelligent, kind, a great strategist who is not afraid to go after what she wants both sexually and in her life as a whole. This is a steamy, thrilling, witty story with twists interspersed throughout and the cliffhanger ending leaves you dying for the next book.
Such a great story! You are hooked and curious from the start. Story flowed very well.
You can’t help but fall in love with Kori. She is so fiercely loyal to her family and you can tell she’d do anything for them.
The chemistry between her and Death, Ash, and Ruin is so intoxicating and your just left wanting more.
I cannot wait for book 2!
Ruin by Alexa B James is an awesome story. This is book number on ein this awesome start to a brand new series that I have loved reading. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about vampires, erotic and paranormal romances in their stories.
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This dystopian book about vampires ruling over humans in a post apocalyptic world of domes is full of intrigue and suspense. Kori is a human that has a latent power of fire and part of the rebellion. She has the eye of the neighboring domes three most feared warriors. Their journey is filled with fighting, intrigue, betrayal and death. Can’t wait to read the next book
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I loved the riveting storyline and the paranormal twists that pulled me into the story. This book is filled with Vampires, human courtesans, shapeshifters and so many more fascinating characters. I loved the way Kori was a strong character and was torn between humans and vampires. There is so much going on in this book and I don’t want to give anything away but I will say this author has created a mesmerizing world and I can’t wait to read the next book in the Fire & Blood series. Ruin ends in a cliffhanger but it only left me wanting book two so much more!
Portland and Seattle are domed cities due to earlier catastrophes. There is a population of humans and vampires. Kori and her brother and twin sister were all courtesans for the vampires. All courtesans had mage blood and Kori was a latent Fire and active temps. She had always been interested in the Three Warriors, but wouldn’t pick only one. There absolutely was perfection in the world building and the characters were very well portrayed. Cliffhanger at the end. Great read.
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Damn …. tsss
I absolutely loved this book, Vampires, Mage’s and shapeshifters in a post-apocalyptic world were vampire royals rule the new world, cities under domes and use mage courtesans for their bodies, blood and powers.
Ruin is an intriguing story that sucks you in straight from the start, dark, mysterious and hot sexy scenes that is a defiant panty-melter. The story is complex, rich, action packed with twists at every turn. World and character building are great and I could see myself there, so different and unique all the way through, could not put it down! The ending shook me to my core!
Kobi is a courtesan and has be trained her whole life for it, she is complicit in their eyes but has hidden agendas, she is a strong female lead and I loved her character. The three kings are devilish hot with each their own unique personalities and I would love to be in her shoes. Kobi owes a debt to save her family, being pulled to both sides, can she help everybody she cares about?
Ruin (Fire & Blood Book 1) has me begging for more, this is a MUST read fast-burn Reverse Harem with a cliff hanger, hold onto your seats and panties, or maybe don’t wear any! Lord give me the patience’s until book 2 please!
I am speechless! This book is amazing. This book starts really strong and keeps on going. The storyline is incredible and has great detail including backstories. The ending, what a cliffhanger! I cannot wait for book 2.
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Kori aka Koribella and her family are courtesan’s for the Vampire Court. So Sex and Blood are part of her everyday life. Not the life she would have chosen for herself but the one she has no choice over. Until one night her world collides with three warriors – Death, Ruin and Ash known as The Queen’s Three. Three men who want her as much as she wants them. A dangerous thing for a courtesan and Kori knows it. Life, Love and Lies intermingle in this book. Sides are changed throughout this book and Kori doesnt know who to trust from one page to the next. It makes for an amazing read and one great cliffhanger too. Loved it from the beginning to the end. Cant wait for book 2