- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 340; Kindle Edition - File Size: 1010 KB | Expected Release Date: February 01, 2012 | Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca | Obtained: NetGalley"King of Darkness" [Chronicles of Yavn, Book 1] by Elisabeth Staab
My Book Summary : When Thad was born, an Oracle predicted that his destined mate, who would be ruling with him when it would be his time to be King, would have the same scar as the one that is located on his arm. Therefore, after he finally finds her within a club in Florida he's a little shocked but definitely relieved. Now his biggest challenge is yet to come, getting her to believe him enough to give Thad a chance at the possibility of being together forever. However, just as things might be looking up for Thad his enemies descend on them .... will he be able to complete his destiny or will the enemy win instead??
My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars, it's an intriguing novel with its multiple plots, witty banter, spicy romance scenes, and characters that you can't seem to be able to guess at what they'll do next!! I will say that I found this novel unique in the way that Thad is portrayed as a vulnerable person/vampire, not sure what to do with his new position as King, which I thought was a interesting change in comparison to the other types of "vampire king" novels I've read previously. There are three plots within this novel, they are:
- The Main Plot: The relationship between Thad and Isabel (Izzy). Trying to prove that they are meant for each other, while learning about each other in a rapid pace setting.
- First Secondary Plot: Tyra and Anton's relationship. Finding out the truth of who Anton really is, and what will happen once the truth does finally come out.
- Second Secondary Plot: It's a mixture of the different characters ---
- The love/hate relationship between Lee and Alexia .... not sure where that's going to go but I really hope somewhere good!!
- Siddoh and his playboy ways.
- Then the mysterious relationship between Lee and Agnessa, that holds the question of what really happened between them??
• Isabel (Izzy): Has a big heart. Independent. Cautious. Vampire.
• Thad: Responsible. Wiry. King of the Vampires.
• Lee: Protective. Determined. Strong. Rough. Vampire.
• Alexia: Fun. Tough. Friendly. Human.
• Tyra: Thinks she's invincible. Mother hen type. Half-vampire.
• Anton: Kind. Wizard.
• Siddoh: Sneaky. Playful. Leader. Vampire.
I am very curious as to see what will happen next in "Prince of Power" [Chronicles of Yavn, Book 2] where the main plot will be around Tyra and Anton's story!!
I recommend this to those who like reading spicy paranormal romance novels, and to whoever is looking for a new series that gives new twists to what is already out there within that genre!
Book Teaser(s) :
He was getting the urge to roll his own eyes, juvenile though the gesture was. "I gotta be honest. I don't see how the two of you can fuck like bunnies and yet be unable to tolerate each other's presence otherwise. You work together, for goodness sake. You've gotta be able to deal with him."
"I actually prefer the bonobo ape as an analogy."
Lee sat straighter on the bed. "What the hell are you talking about?"
She smiled. "They're one of the only animal species to have sex for reasons other than procreation. Including conflict resolution, I might add. And I'm pretty sure they have sex even more than rabbits."
Oh, for the love of--- ~ within Chapter 12
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Just wanted to say thank you for the thoughtful review. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Elisabeth! I'm glad you liked my review! =0)
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