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Title: Midnight Soul

Author: Kristen Ashley

Narrator: Tillie Hooper

Format: Unabridged

Length: 20 hrs and 54 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-25-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 764 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Against his will, Noctorno Hawthorne, an undercover vice cop, finds himself embroiled in magic, mayhem, and parallel universes. Too late, he meets an amazing woman - only to find she's destined for his identical twin in another world. And things aren't going real great there.

Noc is recruited to help save that world. What he doesn't know is his destined love resides there.

Franka Drakkar wears a mask. A mask she never takes off, to protect herself in a world of malice, intrigue, and danger. When Franka meets Noc and he discovers her secrets, convinced she carries a midnight soul, having shielded herself from forming bonds with anyone, she struggles with accepting his tenderness and care. When Noc meets Franka, over wine and whiskey her mask slips, and Noc knows it's her - only her - and he has to find a way to get her to come home with him.

And then make her want to stay.

Members Reviews:

Needs More Soul

OK--this is definitely NOT one of my favorite KA books; not even close. The sole reason it rated 3 stars was the creativity of this whole fantasyland series. While this book had its moments, the body of the work was pretty lackluster when compared to the first 4 books in the series. I hesitate to write further as spoilers would be inevitable in order to understand my response. I found 'Frannie' to be a non-compelling heroine for the most part and had not much more investment in Noc. The primary character in this book that resonated with me was Josette (remember I listened, so spelling may be an issue). Josette was a new character specific to this book; the other compelling character is Valentine, who has been a continuing character.

I think I understand KA's intent behind this story and there are quite a few strong moments/conversations. Yet, this book , to me, just does not have the force behind it that the first four have had.

The redeeming performance by Tillie Hooper is another reason for the 3 stars. She's quite magnificent as ALL voices. I am hopeful this is NOT the final book in the series.

Midnight Soul is Very Good Ending to the Series

Of the series Golden Dynasty is my favorite; but Midnight Soul was delightful and I do recommend it. I enjoyed the Frannie and Noc romance and the way we got insight into the lives of all the other characters.

I liked the way both of them had to let go of the past and believe for a bright feature and except love...

It was nice to see how the other Lahn and Circe met and started their romance. I would have loved it if they had their own book. (The chemistry between the two was really mind blowing) in the few scenes they were in.

I would say for those who like romance and adventure Midnight Soul is a delight and worth the credit.

Good.

Good but very long and a bit tedious. Liked the way they came back into our world.

Surprisingly excellent!

I was hesitant about this one of the series since the others were so fantastic and I wasn't such a fan of Noctorno falling for Franca but it was worth it...

still not as good as book 2

It was really entertaining hearing about the characters exploring this world but other than that it was lacking. I've heard the 5 books in the series and the only one i wanted to hear again was book 2, that had a really well taught out story.

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Title: Broken Dove

Author: Kristen Ashley

Narrator: Tillie Hooper

Format: Unabridged

Length: 23 hrs and 2 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-25-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1005 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Far too young, Apollo Ulfr lost Ilsa, his wife, the love of his life and the mother of his two children. The grief of her loss does not settle in his soul; it solders to it. But when he discovers there is a parallel universe where his wife may have a twin, he feels there's hope and sets about bringing her to his world, so he can have her back.

But Ilsa Ulfr of our world is married to the parallel universe's twin, Pol, who is not a good man. Not in any way. She's on the run from him, and the last thing she wants is to be transported to a fantastical world and be forced to take his side as his wife, even if he is not Pol. And Apollo finds the broken Ilsa nothing like his beloved, and further wants nothing to do with her. But darkness is looming, and evil is amassing. Apollo must protect his land and keep his family safe, including the new Ilsa.

Members Reviews:

AN UNFORGETTABLE EPIC ADULT ONLY FAIRYTALE

Ok so I've been binge listening to this, and the previous book, for 37.. YES 37 hours - and you may ask if I'm bored yet? Well, I can honestly tell you that I'm not, no way - not even a little bit because Kristen Ashley's Fantasyland series is all kinds of right up my street. From the droolworthy Alpha Heroes, the loving kick ass Heroines, the amazingly described fantastical action-packed plots, the rollercoaster romances, the hot sex and the beautiful words said between two lovers - ALL of it ticked my boxes.

KA weaves a suspense filled colorful story and Tillie Hooper masterfully makes it all come alive with her endless ability of transforming the written word into clear and vivid mental images. Images of a damaged woman and a heartbroken Father of two who both get a second chance to reach for a HEA during a time of grief and confusion.. during a time of compassion, passion and love.. during a time of magic, witches, mayhem and war. A full cast of interesting secondary characters including the sweet, the loveable, the nasty and the downright evil characters. This story was the culmination of the previous 3 books and then it continues the thread as all couples are needed to fight the unpredictable enemy.

Worth a credit? If you want to be transported into an alternate universe where you'll find a fantasy world similar, and yet totally different from our own, hear about a touching and compelling love story and join the battle of good vs. evil - then a million YES'. I was mesmerized from the very first chapter to the last word.. and even then I didn't want to leave.

Not my fav of the series

While I am enjoying most of this story line this particular book was definitely not one I loved. Apollo of both worlds were not very nice guys. First the our earth one was a sadistic and criminal ass so of course we hate him. But then the other world one basically kidnaps Maddy knowing she was abused and had been hurt a lot and then treats her horribly throughout the story. He has her doubting herself and blaming herself every time he gets mad at her. He interrupts her and tells her to be quiet all the time. She is verbally abused by him over and over.

He gets angry at her then says something hurtful and nasty then doesn't talk to her for days. It made me a little angry with Kristen Ashley that she made maddy feel responsible and guilty and not able to demand he treat her right or let her go. Even a brief attempt at that was cut off short with a "I know I was a jerk" type comment.

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Title: One True Mate 1

Subtitle: Shifter's Sacrifice

Author: Lisa Ladew

Narrator: Michael Pauley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-18-16

Publisher: Heat Publishing LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 724 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

An all wolf-shifter police force has been the only thing between humans and an unknown evil for centuries, but the pack is in danger of dying if they don't find their promised mates soon.

Trevor Burbank is a shifter cop in a world of humans who don't know the evil that wants them dead. If he does his job well, the humans will never need to know, but he feels like he's working against the clock because his pack is about to die. The females have all been killed, and the half-breeds they make when they mate with humans aren't usually skilled or strong enough to fight.

Gabriela Carmi has lost almost everything that means anything to her way too fast and now she feels like she's losing her mind too. On a quest to find something that won't reveal itself to her, she feels as if she's pining for someone who may not exist. So when an evil presence begins to follow her, she isn't sure if her mind is slowly falling apart or if the impossible is actually coming true. And when an instant attraction sparks between her and the handsome police officer sent to help her, it makes matters worse and better at the same time.

It's a race against time to find the angel/human hybrid "One True Mates" that the pack's spiritual leaders say truly exist. Saving the all the shifter clans is on everyone's mind, except for the chosen, the One True Mates, most of whom don't even know who or what they really are or why they seem to be slowly losing their minds.

Steamy. Light swearing. High heat. You've never experienced a shifter romance like this before.

Members Reviews:

Good Story

I enjoyed this storyline. It is a different take on the wolf shifter. I recommend this to anyone who likes shifter stories. I also enjoy Michael Pauley as a narrator. I have listened to a few other books he has narrated and I do enjoy his voice and his narration!

Great read and OK listen..

I was wondering if this book was going to be any good since it started kinda slow and the hero and heroine didnt meet until page 25. But it got better and better and their meeting was worth the wait. (((He noticed her pulse beating in her neck and he watched it, fascinated by the bluish tinge he saw at the delicate cut of her collarbone. She was cold. He should offer her a coat. His truck to warm up in. Or to drive. Maybe to have as her own. Or he could get her a new furnace for her house. Or give her his house to live in as long as she wanted. Or how about a ring, a big one, just in case she liked that kind of thing. A woman like her really shouldnt go without..))) When the narrator read this I had to stop and laugh my A$$ off. The more he read it the faster he read and the more excited he sounded. It was just fantastic.

Anyway, I really like Troy and Trent, Trevors brothers that couldnt shift out of wolf form, they were just awesome, but didnt like Mac and wasnt sure I would, he was such an A-hole. AND the author made Ella into an absolute whinny, frightened, wimp. I really had a hard time liking her, so I was hoping shed get better as time went on. She did. And she had some kind of power, too.

I also liked Wade and Graeme. This was a completely different kind of shifter story.

There was swearing in this book and the F-bomb was used 34 times. AND there were 3 sex scenes. Romantic sex, not erotic.

As to the narrator: Wow, I dont even know where to start.

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Title: Kraven

Author: Laurann Dohner

Narrator: Savannah Richards

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 14 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-04-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1006 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Batina Dawson wants two things most in her life. She's determined to become a partner at her law firm and secure her younger sister's financial future. That's why she talked Dusti into flying to Alaska, to mend fences with their terminally ill, rich grandfather. It seemed to be a perfect plan - until things go wrong. The plane crashes and their lives are saved by two large, muscled brothers. Kraven is a spiked-haired menace with a handsome face and a killer body. He also believes she's in danger from her own grandfather, and that Vampires and Lycans once bred, making him a VampLycan. He even claims her mother was one too. He may have kidnapped Bat, but his misguided hero complex is almost sweet. She knows exactly what defense she'll use if he becomes one of her clients.

Insanity. Kraven is frustrated. Bat refuses to stop arguing with him at every opportunity. She's stubborn, mouthy, and oh so sexy. She might be right when she accuses him of being crazy - she's driving him nuts. But she's in danger and he'll stop at nothing to keep her safe.

Author Note: VLG stands for Vampires, Lycans, Gargoyles...and breeds in between. Living in Alaska's harsh, pristine territories, these creatures live and love fiercely. These are their stories.

Members Reviews:

Kraven....Had Me Cravin` More....

Compared to book one (Drantos) Kraven's story was just as good! It was fast paced, full of action, and there's lots of steamy chemistry between the H/h; however, it's really just another POV from book one.

Kraven and Batlina had me cracking up with all their banter. Kraven's a hot dominant alpha who tries to be patient with Batlina, but of course she's convinced he's a little touched in the head, and needs to be on medication. He tries to convince her of his secret world, and the danger she's in; unfortunately, this is a case of "seeing is believing." She really gets under his skin with all her sarcasm, but when she's finally presented with the truth, Kraven doesn't feel as smug as he thought he would. This alpha's protective instincts kick in, and he's proud of Bat for not breaking down. She's tough, determined, and speaks her mind. These are attributes he loves about her....but also frustrates the heck out of him.

Savannah does a superb job with the narration. I loved how she delivered all the sarcastic, witty dialogue.

While Kraven was just another POV from the first book, it was entertaining, funny, steamy, and had me craving book three. Well worth the credit!

LOVE LOVE LOVING THIS SERIES

Any additional comments?

This series is so entertaining. I have already stated I love an Alpha male and Kraven is a bossy ass that makes me quiver untilllll.... he gets a taste of Batina. She is also dominant but I can relate to this chick. You will love this book. I saw some reviews that were not rated high and I don't understand that. Look I will not waste my followers time and would never mislead you. It's GREAT!!! I'm going to start book three but I'm so sad cuz this is the last one????? Or is it ! I pray it's not. GET THIS SERIES. It's one you can listen to it over and over again. That makes any book a keeper in my humble opinion.

Worth a Credit, first book was better thou.

heroine was abit annoying, but i prefer the more helpless female characters in books and a leader hero guy to that.

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Title: Drantos

Author: Laurann Dohner

Narrator: Savannah Richards

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-04-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1526 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

For most, a plane crash means the end of life. For Dusti Dawson, it's just the beginning...Dusti and her sister Batina survived the crash, thanks to a couple of brothers who are equal parts menacing and muscled. She'd be grateful...if they hadn't turned out to be delusional kidnappers, who believe Dusti's grandfather is some monstrous halfbreed creature bent on murder. Turns out Vampires, Lycans, and Gargoyles do exist - and they've been crossbreeding to form two hybrid races. Drantos, the man Dusti can't stop lusting after, is one of the most dangerous of all.

VampLycans Drantos and Kraven were sent to eliminate a threat to their clan. But when that threat turns out to be mostly human women, clueless of their lineage, plans change - especially after Drantos gets a taste of Dusti's blood. Now, he'll die to protect her. Even if that means walking away from everything he knows to keep her at his side.

Is her strong desire for Drantos reason enough to endure danger coming from all sides? Or should Dusti cut and run the first chance she gets?

Author Note: VLG stands for Vampires, Lycans, Gargoyles...and breeds in between. Living in Alaska's harsh, pristine territories, these creatures live and love fiercely. These are their stories.

Members Reviews:

Meh

I didn't like this book as well as the Species series and I won't be continuing on, I barely finished this one. While I liked the whole Vampire, Lycan, Gargoyle aspect to the story, the rules not so much. It was also hard to like the book because I hardly liked any of the characters in the story. I did not like Drantos's clan. Everyone wanted Dusty to grovel at Drantos feet and continually told Dusty how she was not good enough for him. It was beyond degrading how everybody treated Dusty, especially since she was new to the clan and did not know the ways, they basically thought she was only good as a brood mare. Drantos also had a mentality of "Me Tarzan, you Jane, do what I say", which he later lightens up a bit on. Dusty was also annoying, half the time she was cowering behind Drantos and the other she was blindly running into danger without thought. Plus the whole book had a Damsel in distress vibe to it, which I wouldn't mind if I actually liked any of the characters. But mainly I like women with a bit of a back bone and isn't too stupid to live. Also I would have been fighting tooth and nail for my sister, that part of the book bugs me because they were separated at the beginning and then Bat is just gone. I know the next book is about her but that wouldn't fly in my world. The best part of the story was the narrator and I would certainly listen to her again.

book was ok. too much sex not enough action.

Book was ok. could use less sex, more imagination and action. Characters are well thought out but lack depth.

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Title: Lorn

Author: Laurann Dohner

Narrator: Savannah Richards

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 1 min

Language: English

Release date: 10-04-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 868 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Being raised among a race of half-breed Vampires and Lycans has been far from easy for Kira. VampLycans despise humans - and her mother's human blood runs deep in Kira's veins. Unable to shift, having few VampLycan traits at all, Kira is denied acceptance from the clan, and the love of the man she's wanted since childhood. A little girl's crush that's bloomed into a desire so strong, it threatens to consume her. Suffering the pain of Lorn someday finding a mate is not an option.

With their evil clan leader, Decker Filmore, currently on the run, it's the perfect time for Kira to escape; to leave Alaska behind and attempt happiness elsewhere. Just one more day, and she's gone for good.

Lorn has a difficult decision to make, one that will change not only his life, but the lives of everyone he knows. He's been asked to take control of his clan. With Decker gone, the time for such a drastic power play is now. It's a responsibility Lorn has never wanted - but the choice is made for him when Kira is unexpectedly attacked, changing her in a way that should mean her death. Now, he'll do what it takes, kill whoever he has to, to keep her from being executed under clan law.

If he can defeat his enemies and gain leadership, Lorn will change all the rules for Kira - or die trying.

Members Reviews:

THIIS IS A GREAT SERIES. DONT WAIT GET IT NOW

Any additional comments?

This seris has a special place in my heart. I can't express how much I loved each book. Lorn is impressive in his strength, his love and his loyalty. I want me a Lorn. One of my favorite series. Excellent Narration

Loved it

This third installment of the VLG series was a great addition to the series. I am not sure if this or the first book was my favorite. Well worth the credit.

5 Lorn Stars

Ok when I first started reading this book, I was like oh ok different clan. Lorn we learn about in book 2 and he was intriguing enough to want to read his book.

I am so, so happy I did. You know that saying the bigger they are the harder they fallWell boy howdy is that true here.

He has always been protective of Kira because her bloodlines are not as strong with her mother being a human. So he felt the need to protect her even if that means from himself.

Not only does he torture himself but its killing Kira too because she has been in love with Lorn since she was a little girl.

This story is one of fighting for what you want. And dealing with the consequences later. I love it. I cant say its my favorite because Drantos stole my heart in book one but this is a very, very close second.

I am very invested in this series, I am getting how everything is coming together I need more I say MORE!!

Again Savannah Richards kills it with her voice! I cant say enough good things I mean it she blows me away with each book I listen to by her.

*You don't have to like my review but its 100% my opinion, and I am allowed to have it.*

love this series

this series is great but the more books i read the more wordy it seems to become. everything seems overly explained and lengthy conversations take place. otherwise a good series.

coulda been better

the first 2 in the series were pretty good, this one.... I found myself rolling my eyes a lot. not horrible but I don't think I'll look for the next installment

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Title: Until the Sun Falls from the Sky

Author: Kristen Ashley

Narrator: Abby Craden

Format: Unabridged

Length: 16 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-09-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1153 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Leah Buchanan's family has been in service to vampires for five centuries. Even so, Leah wants nothing to do with her family's legacy. But when she's summoned to her Selection by the Vampire Dominion, under familial pressure, she has no choice but to go.

Lucien has been living under the strict edicts of the Vampire Dominion for centuries, but he's tired of these ancient laws stripping away everything that is the essence of the vampire. So he's taking it back. And this is because Lucien has been watching and waiting for decades for Leah to become available for a Selection, and he will not be limited with what he can do with her. He will have her, all of her. Therefore, Lucien is going to tame Leah, even if he gets hunted and killed for doing it. What neither Leah nor Lucien expects is the strong bond that will form between them, connecting them on unprecedented levels for mortals or immortals. And what will grow between them means they will challenge their ways of life and their union will begin The Prophesies, which makes them one of three couples who will save humanity or die in the effort.

Members Reviews:

I so wanted to love this but Leah...

I really wanted to love this book because K.A. is the best and she never disappoints...however the first 7 or 8 hrs of the book was extremely painful ALL DUE to Leah. She was painstakingly annoying. I know the point is that she is headstrong and afraid to love because she doesn't want to get hurt but MY GOD she was EXHAUSTING.

And honesty this book was a bit redundant. I'm gonna stop here because I don't want to be too negative on a K.A. book but I just couldn't act like it was all good. Let's just say Lucien kept me listening.

Hoping their story continues in the next books

I cannot believe I am going to make this statement about KA book but, in this particular case, I think this story ended too soon. I am hoping their story will be continued in the next couple of books because there is too much to come that was not shared. I truly think that this is likely the case. I am off to the next book, in the three, and I hope you choose to come along for the ride.

PS: My only complaint is the choice of the voice, used by the narrator, for the Heroine. It is a very immature voice for someone who holds 1/6 of the future of the world, in her hands.

-V from Kansas

Third Time Not the Charm

This is the 3rd book by this enormously profligate author I have tried to read. It is the first I finished, but barely. It is the last one I will attempt.

In the first two books I tried to read I thought she was over-wordy and tried to hide the lack of real plot and meaningful characters behind overly descriptive text.

The plot of this book called for detailed description. Since it had a fantasy element she needed to do some world building. But she did very little, so it was impossible to make believable characters in a world that was apparently identical to our world, except there were demons and vampires, we just hadn't noticed coexisting with us.

And she seems to use older than average heroines, which on one level I applaud. But especially in this book, her 40+ year old main character came across as an immature and ditsy 18 year old, and that is being generous.

By the shear volume of books she has released in the last few years, she must push one out every month or so.

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Title: Nikhil

Subtitle: Kaliszian, Book 1

Author: M.K. Eidem

Narrator: Jess Friedman, Ian Gordon, Griffin Murphy, Jennifer Gill

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-09-16

Publisher: M.K. Eidem

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 755 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

As the squad leader of the Elite Warriors, Nikhil Kozar was the largest warrior in the Kaliszian Empire. When a shuttle crashes on one of their planets, the search and rescue mission turns into something much more complicated.

Mackenzie 'Mac' Wharton had agreed to guide a group that had wanted an adventure on her mountain. They got more than they bargained for when they were all abducted by a group of aliens called the Ganglians. Badly beaten and barely alive, Mac finds herself in the arms of the largest male she's ever seen. She should fear him, should be fighting to get away from him, but there was something about the massive male that called to her.

A traitor threatens the Empire. Someone wants Nikhil dead. The Zaludians want Mackenzie back. And then there was the secret she's keeping. Would it be the one thing that finally brought down the Kaliszian Empire? Or would it be the first step in its rebirth?

Members Reviews:

Whaaa!?!

I LOVE every MK Eidem book I've listened to so far, and this was no exception. Unfortunately, (for me), I'd have to call this a prequel rather than a full length book though. What I love about MK's style is her thoroughness, (all killer, no filler, and lots of it!), and this book ended just when things were getting good! I'm totally left hanging here! Hopefully it won't take long for the next book in the "series", so I can hear the rest of the story.

Fantastic book

What made the experience of listening to Nikhil the most enjoyable?

The story was never slow.....I loved that the love interests did not wait till middle of book to get together.

What did you like best about this story?

Though there were misunderstandings between Mac and Nikhil...neither acted stupid...they talked and worked things out!

What does the narrators bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

I loved the sound effects and the use of more than one narrator. I felt by listening I was in the story.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

All of the book moved me!

Any additional comments?

Only bad part? The next book was not available to start. The story ended abruptly and it seemed it should have continued.

Loved Nikil, but...

I must say, I really enjoy listening to these productions. It's like listening to an old time radio show or something. The only problem with the story was Mac's hypocrisy and her justification for it. Not only does she rag on their beliefs (even after these are explained to her); but she holds back aiding her friend. She will help and stand up for others, but she lets her nearly suicidal friend suffer needlessly. This is excused as not telling someone else's secrets. This stance poses the question: will you allow someone to die or be abused or suffer when they are clearly suffering mentally and emotionally? Mac berates others for not being forthright and therefore lying by omission. REALLY? Still a great listen/read. It will make you think and entertain you, as well.

Love MK Eidem books; audio great!

I love all the MK Eidem books I've read so far. Can't wait to find out if Jen meets Kim again (see Wray); time to ck the author site for her next release.

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Title: With Everything I Am

Author: Kristen Ashley

Narrator: Stella Bloom

Format: Unabridged

Length: 19 hrs and 16 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-09-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1027 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

One night, Callum is driven into the woods by instinct - an instinct to protect. In the form of wolf, he meets a young human child who he is instantly drawn to in a fierce way he doesn't quite understand.

Sonia Arlington has lived a lonely life. She has certain abilities that make her strange and she has a rare disease that, if untreated, could kill her. Her father makes her vow that she will never let others discover her abilities. This forces Sonia to stay distant, always guarding against exposure.

Intelligence leaks that Sonia is Callum's human mate. He is now King of the Werewolves and has war on his hands. He's forced to claim his mate and integrate Sonia into a world that is strange and frightening.

As Sonia attempts to adjust, Callum attempts to cope with the knowledge that his mate is mortal. He will have her beauty and gentleness only the length of a mortal life, making their union unbearably bitter, even as Sonia makes it unbelievably sweet.

Members Reviews:

Mixed Speeds

My first thought is that Lucien in book 1 was like a slow aching burn that lead to intense satisfaction and Callum on the other hand is more like the fast and furious. HIs style is very primal, to say the least. This relates to their relationships with their women. I really liked this book. The story was compelling, especially since I knew it was part of a bigger story, so some of the little things did not bother me as much. I have to say I enjoyed this narrator so much better than the one that read book1. NO constant whispering in this one! Hallelujah. Be warned, Callum is full on Alpha Male and exerts his 'highness' on a consistent basis with his preconceived mate and pretty much everyone else. On the other hand Sonia is utterly submissive for most of the story, to the point of frustration. K.A. Has a habit of building her female characters up to a point of being strong, instead of having them start out strong. She does this often. Still not used to it. Wish she would stray from this every now and then.

Not quite as good as #1

I don't know exactly why, but I didn't enjoy this book as much as the first one. For one thing, it was pretty predictable. In addition, the Hero and Heroine were in conflict for too much of the book, for my taste. I found myself getting impatient for a resolution. I guess I was hoping for more focus on the details of the prophecy and the plans for the upcoming war. It wasn't a bad book, just dragged a bit. I'm still ready for book #3 , however.

The narration was excellent, which is no surprise from Ms Blume. On to #3.

- V from Kansas

LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!

This book was Awesome. I really liked the first, but loved this one!! Ms. Bloom was a great narrator! I'm so excited to hear the third book that I have already downloaded!! You are going to miss a great story if you don't buy this series!!

Great

Read this a couple years ago so I knew it would be great but you gotta love that Stella Bloom narration! She made it even better! She can do an alpha male voice that is all that and then transition into a delicate female voice that is sweet without sounding fake. I just love her and hope Kristen continues to select her for projects. Not much room to improve on Kristen Ashley but Stella may be one narrator worthy of putting a cherry on top of of her writing. You go girls!!!

KRISTEN ASHLEY..

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Title: A Promise of Fire

Author: Amanda Bouchet

Narrator: Mia Barron

Format: Unabridged

Length: 14 hrs and 45 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-02-16

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 641 votes

Genres: Romance, Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

The perfect pause-resisting romance debut for fans of Game of Thrones.

Catalia "Cat" Fisa is a powerful clairvoyant known as the Kingmaker. This smart-mouthed soothsayer has no interest in her powers and would much rather fly under the radar, far from the clutches of her homicidal mother. But when an ambitious warlord captures her, she may not have a choice.

Griffin is intent on bringing peace to his newly conquered realm in the magic-deprived south. When he discovers Cat is the Kingmaker, he abducts her. But Cat will do everything in her power to avoid her dangerous destiny, and she battles her captor at every turn.

Although up for the fight, Griffin would prefer for Cat to help his people willingly, and he's ready to do whatever it takes to coax her - even if that means falling in love with her.

Members Reviews:

Really good start to the series :)

4-4.5 stars

This was a really good story and start to the series. I really liked both Cat and Griffin and enjoyed their beginning. This story takes place in an alternate reality that has a heavy basis in the Greek mythologies...it was a very interesting concept and I liked it.

Cat is from the country of Fisa, a place that she escaped in order to save her life and/or sanity. She hid in a travelling circus acting as a soothsayer and has been with them for the past 8 years. Cat has magical abilities (and a destiny that's tied to her being the Kingmaker) and people would be after her for her abilities so she keeps who and what she is secret, even from her friends.

Griffin is a the non-magical second-in-command of the country of Sinta (he pretty much took over the country and put his sister in charge of it with him as her second). He won the country away from the magical rulers and the commoners seem happy with the new leaders. The magical elite don't like the new rule and Griffin is on a mission to seek out people with magic that he can hire to help him.

In his searching, Griffin comes across Cat and is relatively sure she's the Kingmaker. He watches her for a while before approaching her and when he does approach, he asks her (as a soothsayer) to read his companions and tell him if they're all loyal. Griffin already had his doubts about one of the men and Cat's ability to gain the truth convinces Griffin that he's found the right woman. Griffin uses a magical rope to bind Cat to him and kidnaps her to take her back to the ruling seat of Sinta. Cat is pissed to be captured and won't listen when Griffin and his men try to win her over to work with them instead of being a prisoner. The thing is, even though Griffin knows that Cat is the Kingmaker, that's not the only issue. Who Cat is, is as big of a secret as what Cat is (the Kingmaker) and she wants to escape because if anyone found out who she is and where she's located, all hell would rain down on anyone with her.

Cat tries to stay pissed at Griffin and his men but she soon finds that she likes them...although she still insists that she hates Griffin because he's the one keeping her against her will. They do run into some issues on the way back to the Sinta ruling seat but manage to get past them and in doing so, Cat finds herself feeling even more comradery with Griffin and his men. They make it back to the castle and Cat finds the new rulers of Sinta to be vastly different than the rulers of Fisa.