In this tantalizing collection, four New York Times bestselling authors invite you into the alluring worlds they’ve created in the Demonica, Guardians of Eternity, Nightwalkers, and Dragon Kin series. Each mesmerizing page will leave you craving more. . .“Vampire Fight Club” by Larissa IoneWhen a wave of violence forces shapeshifter Vladlena to go undercover, her first stop is a haven of … stop is a haven of vice—with a dangerously sexy vamp in charge. Both Vladlena and Nathan are hiding something, but they can’t conceal the lust that simmers between them . . .
“Darkness Eternal” by Alexandra Ivy
After being held captive by one vampire for four centuries, Kata had no intention of taking another one to the underworld with her. Yet even in the pits of hell, there’s no ignoring the intoxicating desire awakened by his touch. . .
“Kane” by Jacquelyn Frank
Kane knows Corrine was meant to be his. . . just as he knows that truly possessing the lovely human is forbidden. But on the night of the Samhain moon, the beast in every demon is stronger than reason, and Kane’s hunger is more powerful than any punishment. . .
“Dragon on Top” by G.A. Aiken
Escorting the highborn Bram through deadly Sand Dragon territory will try Ghleanna’s patience. . . and her resolve. For Bram is determined to enhance the journey with a seduction no female could resist. . .
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3.5 stars
The overall rating is the average of the following ratings.
A few of these books I have already reviewed separately and so I have just copied them into this review.
Vampire Fight Club (Lord of Deliverance #1.5) by Larissa Ione: 4 stars
Nathan is a daywalker who has dedicated years to bring down his enemy. Unfortunately with each year that goes by the less he feels, until the beautiful Vladlena starts working as the clubs medic.
This was a quick novella in the Demonica world. I really enjoyed it. I liked both Nathan and Vladlena. I am fascinated by who turned Nathan and really want to see that meeting. I don’t remember if it will come up in future books. Reading this novella just makes me want to reread the Demonica series because I have missed the world and characters.
Darkness Eternal (Guardians of Eternity #7.6) by Alexandra Ivy: 3 stars
Read April 24, 2019
Kata and Uriel. This was interesting because of the whole bond to the evil twin. I won’t say more because I don’t want to spoil it for anyone.
Kane (Nightwalkers #1.5) by Jacquelyn Frank: 2 stars
This was a very quick story about Kane and Corrine. Corrine was found close to dying at the end of the first book, Jacob, and only her mate, Kane, could save her. So this picks up a few hours after that when Corrine finally wakes up. Unfortunately it’s the night of Samhain and the demons are overwhelmed with lust on that day. Basically this is the story of them quickly coming to terms with their relationship and consummating it.
I had issues with this story because Kane is a mind demon which means he can control people, including Corrine. He uses it to control her briefly in the beginning. This relationship didn’t feel like it was equal because of that and it’s hard for me to see them as a successful couple because of that power imbalance.
Dragon on Top (Dragon Kin #0.4) by G.A. Aiken: 5 stars
Read November 19, 2019
Ghleanna the Decimator is ordered by the queen to escort and protect Bram the Merciful on his trip to negotiate peace between the Sand Dragons. While Ghleanna has mostly ignored Bram for all his life, he can’t ignore her. He has been in love with her since he first saw her but it takes this trip for her to actually see him.
I loved these two. Ghleanna is a hardcore warrior who can seem to get anyone to follow her. She was a troublemaker, like most Cadwaldr. Bram may be a negotiator and lover of books but he can still defend himself when he needs to. I really could have used more for this book because these two are so much fun.
I love everything about this world and the characters in it. They are a hoot and I don’t want to stop reading.
Great anthology.
This is one of my all-time favorite anthologies. It includes some of my favorite authors and their amazing worlds. Honestly, any fan of these authors needs to read this one!
So far I’ve unread Vampire Fight Club but I’m eager to read the other stories from new-to-me authors.