I’ve no idea if either of us will survive—each other, or the evil headed our way.When a monstrous tragedy in my past forged me into the Dark Hunter I am today, I mistakenly believed I’d become invincible. But when she ran into one of my clubs, everything changed.Ariana Harmon ignites something inside of me, driving my inner beast insane. Our paths crossed, and now our fates are sealed. If I can’t … now our fates are sealed. If I can’t protect her, my beast will be released to wreak bloody vengeance, but worse: Ariana will die.
Find out what lurks in the shadows of DARK HUNTER, book one in this dark paranormal series. If you love romantic suspense filled with action scenes, romance, a brooding, dark Vampire with flaws, and a sassy female who’s more than a match for him, then you’re sure to love Ava K Michaels’ Warrior of Darkness series and Lazarus and Ariana’s epic adventure.
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Readers can indulge in a deliciously dark and sensually appealing experience with this new vampire romance. Lazarus and Ariana are strong characters with a secretly alluring dark side that readers want to get to know better. They stand out and speak to readers on a deeply hidden level that leaves readers wanting more. Lazarus is a vampire with a dark hunter side that demands to be let out in dark and deadly ways while Ariana has experienced great trauma that sparks a dark and deadly side to her psyche as well, and together their chemistry explodes from the pages with lots of sizzling sparks that readers can practically feel. The relationship of course, is being denied with strenuous objections and disbelief due to their emotional issues and secrets which keeps that happily ever after is suspense throughout.
Thrilling suspense builds as Ariana and Lazarus’ worlds collide causing some heated exchanges and tough, snarky attitude runs into charming but totally alpha attitude which keeps things real interesting throughout his fast paced and smooth flowing plot. Secrets are discovered and surprising twists has Lazarus questioning whether they will both survive what is headed their way including the attraction between them. The only downside to this exhilarating and deliciously dark read is that there is a cliffhanger and readers have to await the next book with enthusiastic and impatient anticipation.
Both of these main characters have a dark side they keep hidden, and they both try to deny the attraction they feel. This is dark, sexy and left me full of questions. Very well written, great world building and intriguing characters, with an entertaining storyline. I very much look forward to reading what happens next!
Warrior Of Darkness: Dark Hunter
Ava K. Michaels
Lazarus B`ais – deadly hunter is an ancient vampire who owns many night clubs as well as other types of business. One night while at one of his clubs a women runs into him (literally), she is battered, bruised and a bit bloody. Ariana Harmon was running away from some bad men when she ran into a handsome man who decided she wasn’t getting past him. Lazarus is used to people fearing him, not Ariana. She was very angry and trying not to show fear of the big vampire in front of her.
He recognizes the darkness in her, not as dark as his but there anyway. They both hunt for the same types of people, those who deserve punishment, deadly punishment.
She is hiding secrets, secrets Lazarus is determined to unravel.
Can two broken souls filled with darkness find a way to help each other? Are they destined for more?
When danger comes for Ariana how far will he go to protect her?
This book does end with a cliffhanger but no fear books two and three are available.
This is not your everyday paranormal romance, it is a bit dark but is worth the read.
If you like your paranormal stories without all the mushy stuff then this is the one for you.
Follow along the bumpy road with Lazarus and Ariana and see just how much to dark hunters can do together.
Love this new novel by Mrs. Michaels! There’s everything I like in a story: action, suspense, slow-burn love story, tortured alphas, and kickass heroines! Looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
Dark Hunter by Ava K Michaels is the first in her Warrior of Darkness Series. The spice between the main characters is a slow burn – both have tragedies in their pasts that have shaped them into who and what they are. But they don’t know just how alike they are.
Lazarus Báis is a centuries old vampire with a past so dark, he struggles to control it. He’s as happy as he expects to be, running his clubs and companies, and playing vigilante for a friend in the FBI. Until she walks in, and everything changes.
Ariana Harmon fights against debilitating fear constantly. She’s learned, practiced and mastered every fighting and defensive art she can, going all over the world to learn from the best. She runs her Information Technology company and practices Krav Maga as often as she can. She exists, determined to fight back the fear. When she’s chased into his club, everything changes.
AK Michaels has created a world, and a set of characters, that is impossible to ignore. I couldn’t stop swiping pages until the end, and can’t wait for the next book. Well earned 4.5 stars rounded to 5.
This author always amazes me with her stories and oh my gosh what a story this is.
We get a dark story and it’s captivating and grips you pulling you in with every word.
Lazarus is a broken man, he fights demons of the past on a daily basis.
What will happen when he happens upon a female, one which he desires above all else who is also like himself?
Will these two broken minds find solace in each other?
Well grab your copy and find out.
Lazarus and Ariana take you on the scrumptious voyage into their world. Since I do read Hunter novels this one is right up their with the caliber that engages the reader in wanting to stay in their realm following their every move. This author gives you a suspenseful read thanks to the characters and their dark sides that also carry secrets but when they are together you are given explosive results. Enjoy but also save anticipation for the way you will go next.
Prepare to have your mind blown. This is a bit of a darker romance than usual!
Lazarus has been alive for a long time. He thought he had left his past life behind, including his name, but sometimes you have to confront your past to face your future!
Ariana similarly thought that she was no longer a victim of circumstances. She can and will take down the slime of society, those who seem to slither through the cracks without facing justice. She’ll stick up for all of those faceless victims. But she is on a collision course with Laz and each of them have a dark side. But can they find the light in each other?
Laz and Ariana both think that they are beyond redemption, unable and unwilling to love and be loved. But fate, destiny, call it what you will have decided otherwise! Snarky, fast-paced and adrenaline filled ride. You will love finding out all the “good” that these two are already doing, even when they think they are irredeemable!
Be aware you are left on a cliffhanger!
The fateful day that Ariana ran into Lazarus club life as he knew was about to change for a second time. He did not like the feelings Ariana stirred up in him but at the same time he realized they were stacked together for better or for worse. An Evil is coming & for the first time Lazarus is questioning his immortality. Hold on to your hat for a wild and wicked ride. I loved this story, especially the dynamics between Lazarus & Ariana.
This is Lazarus and Ariana’s story . Lazarus is dealing with the darkness inside him that grew within from what happened in his past and man does he have dark thoughts but you gotta love the way he deals with the ones that seem to get away with everything . Ariana also has a darkness inside and has trained herself to be able to take care of herself and deal with the scum of the earth . These two were made for each other ! This book will have you staying up reading until the very end ! This is a bit darker than what I usually read but I have to say I am glad I did . Ends in a way that you want the next book asap ! Well written and recommended .
Awaken the Beast….
What a great opening for a series, i can’t wait to start the next book right away…..So much action, desire and want.
Lazarus is a very very old vampire, but he’s more than that and a man with a sense of justice like no other, but then that’s what controls what he really is. If he didn’t dole out punishments on those that deserve it, then he will wreak havoc. He can control his beast until a wild beauty bursts into his club and he is hit by something he never knew could touch him, but Ariana Harmon won’t make it easy for him she has her own demons to deal with.
Will these two learn to deal with their demons together, or will they lose themselves because of fear of feeling.
I haven’t even got words for how good this new series is. AK Michaels has created a whole new world for me to get lost in. It’s totally different to all her other series. I loved that it had a darker spin on things. From the start I was captured and held my kindle in death grip till the very last page. So unexpected and exciting. The mystery, action and suspense were off the charts. Vampires, Wolves and Witches! All the new characters are fantastic. I can’t wait to read more..
Lazaro and Ariana had secrets, darkness but also a mission. The action takes the reader through their dark hunters’ deeds because that’s what they do, hunt! With a strange and strong attraction these characters kept the mystery and suspense all the time. They have their own demons threatening their mind but, they were focused in what they had to do. Interesting how Lazaro and Ariana were struggling with their lot and keeping me intrigued. Intense and exciting action, suspense, feelings of fear and dread, romance, passion and violence. Enjoyed this interesting, dark and heart racing story. Eager for the next book.
Lazarus is an ancient vampire who sates his dark hunger by hunting the truly evil humans that law enforcement can’t take care of. He holds himself separate and prides himself on his coldness and lack of feeling. Lazarus is therefore baffled by the emotions he immediately begins to feel when he meets Arianna. She’s different from anyone else and he wants to know her and protect her. For her part, Arianna has plenty of secrets of her own and zero interest in being protected. Their interests intersect when a wolf shifter asks for help finding his daughter’s killer.
Ava K Michaels creates a fascinating new world here with multi-faceted main characters and an engrossing storyline. Not only the current mystery is interesting but so is the mystery of the characters pasts. I received an early copy of this book and voluntarily left an honest review.
I voluntarily offered to review this book with no obligations and my opinions are honest!
It was a great book!
Ariana did not what she was getting into when she went to the club that night.
Lazarus could not resist Ariana.
When they meet, their chemistry is off the chart.
You will have to read the book to know what happens next.
Loved the characters + the storytelling!
It has all the ingredients that you need for a great book!
This will be the book on your top ten list for awhile. There is so much excitement going on you will be on the edge of your seat thru the whole book. You will want to finish it in one reading trust me.
You can feel the characters growing in every chapter, and feel the connection they are feeling towards each other. Two people that have deep feelings for each other but cannot get past their past to do anything about it. Will they every get together? This is what you will ask yourself thru the whole book.
One more book leaving me biting my tongue, and throwing my kindle at the author at the end..
Until Next Time… Tabi
WOW, Lazarus is so damn sexy. I need more.
I can’t go into much detail without spoilers, but I truly need a love like Lazarus has for Ariana.
Ava loves to draw you in and have you on the edge of your seat and feel the depth oh his love for Ariana. This is a wonderful series and I can’t wait for the next book.
Lazarus is dark and sexy and Adriana is one bad a$$ woman. I was on the edge of my seat threw the whole book. I can’t wait to read what happens next.
Will Lazarus find out Ariana’s secret? Will they ever get over their pasts and get together? Find out in this action packed and humorous vampire/shifter/human story. I loved it and can’t wait for book two!
Lazarus is a moody, dark vampire that meets his match with the IT wizard Ariana. Ariana has a secret and Lazarus wants to know what it is! There’s action and a slow burn that will drive you crazy in all the right ways! The story gripped me and held tight throughout the whole book, to the point where when I finished I yelled out,”NO!!” I definitely recommend this book and wait anxiously for book 2 in this 3 book series! Enjoy!!