Book Reviews
Blood of the Chosen Trilogy
STALKED: A VAMPIRE & WITCH PARANORMAL ROMANCE & URBAN FANTASY (BLOOD OF THE CHOSEN BOOK 1)
Stalked: An adult paranormal romance (Blood of the Chosen, Book 1) is a fabulous revamp of the original ya trilogy with spicey smexyness and so much more. I loved the magic aspect of the story along with the romance and intriguing plot. Characters are highly entertaining and I can't wait to read the sequel.
STALKED: A VAMPIRE & WITCH PARANORMAL ROMANCE & URBAN FANTASY (BLOOD OF THE CHOSEN BOOK 1)
I loved the gripping opening. This book was seductively dark and steamy with the right amount of backstory and world-building. The descriptive language makes you feel like you're really in the scenes. D.L. Blade touched on a lot of deep topics while also including tons of action. This book was a roller coaster, and I was along for the ride. It will keep you guessing 'til the end. There is nothing predictable about it. Prepare to question everything. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
STALKED: A VAMPIRE & WITCH PARANORMAL ROMANCE & URBAN FANTASY (BLOOD OF THE CHOSEN BOOK 1)
This book was 10/10 I loved the drama the tension and the magic in this book. It sweeps you up into the book and keeps you on your toes needing to know what happens next. I was definitely on the edge of my seat, especially towards the end where things picked up even more and got absolutely intense! The characters were amazing and uniquely themselves! I'm excited to jump into the other books and continue the story
TAKEN: A VAMPIRE & WITCH PARANORMAL ROMANCE & URBAN FANTASY (BLOOD OF THE CHOSEN BOOK 2)
This is book two of the Blood of the Chosen series. It is a steamy vampire and witch urban fantasy romance. You’re drawn right away into the mystery that the story unravels chapter by chapter. Amazing world building that is detailed and imaginable. Fascinating characters that are well developed and diverse. This is a fast-paced intriguing read! I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
TAKEN: A VAMPIRE & WITCH PARANORMAL ROMANCE & URBAN FANTASY (BLOOD OF THE CHOSEN BOOK 2)
Mercy's fight against evil is not over. Maurice is gunning for her and he won't stop until he has her under his control. But that is not the only danger nipping at her heels. The story keeps getting better and better! The emotional impact this story has will leave you on the edge of your seat the entire time. You will not be able to put this book down!
TAKEN: A VAMPIRE & WITCH PARANORMAL ROMANCE & URBAN FANTASY (BLOOD OF THE CHOSEN BOOK 2)
Another dark and steamy masterpiece by D.L. Blade. Mercy is back, and so is everyone else. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Once again, D.L. Blade has proven herself a master of plot twists. You will never see it coming. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
HUNTED: A VAMPIRE & WITCH PARANORMAL ROMANCE & URBAN FANTASY (BLOOD OF THE CHOSEN BOOK 3)
This is book three of the Blood of the Chosen series. It is a steamy vampire and witch urban fantasy romance. The conclusion we’ve all been waiting for. Will secrets be revealed and is a happy ever after possible for our main characters? This book has strong, well-developed characters, an interesting story line full of suspense, danger, action, mystery, unexpected twists, and an ending that left me unable to put the book down. I am voluntarily posting an honest review after reading an Advance Reader Copy of this story.
HUNTED: A VAMPIRE & WITCH PARANORMAL ROMANCE & URBAN FANTASY (BLOOD OF THE CHOSEN BOOK 3)
Did I cry? Yes. Was I crying just because it was over? Partly. Was I also crying because I was an emotional wreck reading this at certain spots? YES. This was a great ending to the trilogy. Do I need a minute to decompress? Also yes. Will I be reading more works by this author? Yes, but honestly probably towards the end of the month. This.Had.Me.In.Tears. Mercy’s clan….. Honestly, I found this entire series to be perfectly done and I am so looking forward to reading more by this author.
The Zemiran Chronicles Trilogy
THE SEA OF ZEMIRA: AN EPIC FANTASY ROMANCE (THE ZEMIRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY BOOK 1)
Pirates, Fae, Elves, Sirens, and Dragons. That was the only thing I knew about this book when I started. It’s so so much more than that! An evil King who wants to banish magic, and it starts to kill the kingdom! Then an evil Queen who wanted what she had no rights to. Oh and the FMC had no idea what she was actual capable of! Then she meets a pirate! These 2 have so much to accomplish, but secrets they keep from the other. Do they get past those secrets and save the kingdom?
THE SEA OF ZEMIRA: AN EPIC FANTASY ROMANCE (THE ZEMIRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY BOOK 1)
What an adventure Nola is taken on when she stows away on a pirate ship. Captain Lincoln decides he wants her to remain his captive during their journey to the Fae kingdom. This story was filled with intrigue and suspense that will have you Turing the pages for more despite the slow burn to get there. The adventure is to be continued in the next book and I can’t wait.
THE SEA OF ZEMIRA: AN EPIC FANTASY ROMANCE (THE ZEMIRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY BOOK 1)
I was so captivated by everything this story has to offer. I love how she created this world so that you can get a total sense of actually being there with the different creatures and lands! When it came to the characters and their lives that is what truly dragged me in. The characters all have strong connections which help make it a quick read especially with Lincoln and Nola (and a little bit of spice!). I cannot wait for book 2 to continue diving into this world!
KING ELIJAH: AN ENEMIES TO LOVERS FANTASY ROMANCE (THE ZEMIRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY BOOK 2)
I enjoyed Elijah and Janelle’s story even more than the book 1 of the Sea Of Zemira series! With twists I didn’t see coming, steamy, tension filled banter, and a unique storyline, I was hooked! Can NOT wait for book 3!!
KING ELIJAH: AN ENEMIES TO LOVERS FANTASY ROMANCE (THE ZEMIRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY BOOK 2)
This is book two of a series, and let's just say that I am soooooo happy for D. L. BLADE being the Awsome Writer that they are. This book continues after the first in the Series and follows along with the Prince and it is just a great following of his life after the ending of the First Book Zemrian Chronicles. This is a HEA of a romance between a Prince, who is now King, and his ASSASIN, Yes I said Assasin...... Let's just say that you REALLY need to read this book after the first one, because it is such a great follow up from the first one.
KING ELIJAH: AN ENEMIES TO LOVERS FANTASY ROMANCE (THE ZEMIRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY BOOK 2)
This is book two of the Zemiran Chronicles. This is a fantastic enemies-to-lovers romance. From the start of the book, you are drawn in and can’t put it down. This book has a strong, well-developed and an interesting story line with twists and unexpected turns that keep you reading and turning the pages. It pulled me in from beginning to end and held my attention. Amazing world building that is detailed and imaginative. Strong, interesting, and fascinating characters that are well developed and diverse. The storyline is fast-paced and very well written, filled with danger, death, politics, intrigue, and subterfuge. The plot thickens, the suspense builds, and the passion erupts! I am voluntarily posting an honest review after reading an Advance Reader Copy of this story.
THE EMPRESS OF FIRE: A FANTASY ROMANCE (THE ZEMIRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY BOOK 3)
The Empress of Fire (The Zemiran Chronicles) is the finale of this explosive fantasy romance series. After reading this book it’s undeniable clear to see that D. L. Blade’s forte in writing in the fantasy romance genre. This is the absolute best fantasy romance series I ever read. This series has all the elements of a fantasy romance story that should be made into a movie series. Dragons, elves, mermaids, pirates and other mythical creatures, fated mates, found family, light and dark magic, portal’s to other-worlds all intricately entwined to bring all three books that are interconnected together. The prologue sets the stage perfectly, hints at the turbulent events that are about to unfold and sets the tone for this captivating sequence of events. As the story unfolds, readers are transported into a world filled with adventures, mystique and unexpected twists and turns keeping you turning the pages. Told in multipoint of view, new characters, a new romance and riveting plot twists with this gripping narrative. The story plot, and characters come together in this intoxicating ending. I can’t handle this being the last we see of these characters and hope a spinoff series starting Aiden is being written.
THE EMPRESS OF FIRE: A FANTASY ROMANCE (THE ZEMIRAN CHRONICLES TRILOGY BOOK 3)
This is book three and final book of the Zemiran Chronicles. This is a fantasy romance with dragon! We are united with the characters from the previous books for an ultimate battle. From the start of the book, you are drawn in and can’t put it down. This book has a strong, well-developed and an interesting story line with twists and unexpected turns that keep you reading and turning the pages. It pulled me in from beginning to end and held my attention. Amazing world building that is detailed and imaginative. Strong, interesting, and fascinating characters that are well developed and diverse. The storyline is fast-paced and very well written, filled with danger, death, politics, intrigue, and subterfuge. The plot thickens, the suspense builds, and the passion erupts! I am voluntarily posting an honest review after reading an Advance Reader Copy of this story.
The Hades Blood Moon Book Trilogy
SHADE OF A BLOOD MOON: A DARK VAMPIRE ROMANCE (THE HADES BLOOD MOON BOOK 1)
This series was a wonderful read and I guarantee that future readers will be as engrossed by these wonderful book as myself and I am sure that you will be as engrossed by this story as I was when I started this simply captivating read. This series is perfect for readers who enjoy enemies-to-lovers, paranormal dark romances with possessive, morally Gray men. It includes vampires, witches, elemental magic, and several steamy scenes. Other tropes in the series include kidnapping, “she runs, he chases,” and a strong female protagonist. Rachel Hardmann, a dhampir born with a disastrous lineage, has spent her entire life in hiding to avoid being hunted down and killed and she so wants to put her past behind her and hopes to be able to spend a long and happy number of years in delightful New Orleans. Rachel is attacked by Andrei Dimitriou and he is the senior head of the Black Blood Diamond vampire clan., he was tempted to drink her blood, however Andrei realized that she's a different kind of creature, and he's determined to find out what she is. Rachel knows she must trust Andrei to protect her, but the tenuous line between lust and hate quickly becomes blurred. As desire pulls them together, it slowly tangles her into a trap she can’t escape. Rachel knows that she has to confront the secrets and the truth about the past, they are trying to survive in a small world and that has never accepted her. I guarantee that you will be totally wrapped up by this captivating read and you will be left looking forward to future reads by this author. I assure you that you will love every moment of this book it is simply a fantastic read. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the great writing.
SHADE OF A BLOOD MOON: A DARK VAMPIRE ROMANCE (THE HADES BLOOD MOON BOOK 1)
This was a great story and I enjoyed it. Another new author for me and I will definitely be checking out more from this author. I found it to be very well written and full of devious characters. The plot was interesting & kept me turning pages. Valentina was betrayed by Jason 200 years ago. She was a vampire who became pregnant after falling in love with a human. As a dangerous coven was trying to put her away for a long time. Jason promised to help but lied. Many years later Rachel was targeted for assassination and a vampire was sent to do the job. However Rachel surprised him and was more of a fight than he thought. He sensed there was something special about her and wanted to learn more. What happened after that was a wild ride full of betrayel, vampires and secrets. Rachel would face a very trying time. She was led to believe things that weren't true and she was determined to unravel the truth if she could survive.
SHADE OF A BLOOD MOON: A DARK VAMPIRE ROMANCE (THE HADES BLOOD MOON BOOK 1)
This was my first read from D.L. Blade and it won’t be my last! This was everything I was hoping for in spice, darkness and vampires! I found myself pulled into the writing right away and the complex storyline but how easily flowed! This one grips you tightly not letting go as you flip each page needing more! I love how strong the FMC was made in this! With some new elements and fantasy, this one is sure to be a thrill to read for any Fantasy Lover!
SHADE OF A BLOOD MOON: A DARK VAMPIRE ROMANCE (THE HADES BLOOD MOON BOOK 1)
This is book one of the Hades Blood Moon series. It is a dark, enemies-to-lovers, jealous/possessive, morally grey male, close proximity, witch, vampire urban fantasy romance with “touch her and die” vibes. From the start of the book, you are drawn in and can’t put it down. This book has a strong, well-developed and an interesting story line with twists and unexpected turns that keep you reading and turning the pages. It pulled me in from beginning to end and held my attention. Amazing world building that is detailed and imaginative and so well done that you're drawn into a fantastic world unlike any other. Strong, interesting, and fascinating characters that are well developed and diverse. The storyline is fast-paced and very well written, filled with danger, death, politics, intrigue, and subterfuge. The plot thickens, the suspense builds, and the passion erupts! I can’t wait to read the rest of this series. I am voluntarily posting an honest review after reading an Advance Reader Copy of this story.