Lover Avenged (Black Dagger Brotherhood #7) by J.R. Ward

Lover Avenged by J.R. Ward

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Rehvenge is used to living in the shadows and dealing with the roughest night walkers around—including the Black Dagger Brotherhood. As his secret identity as a sympath is threatened, he turns to the only light in his ever darkening world—a female vampire untouched by corruption, who’s the only thing standing between him and eternal damnation.

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I love the Brotherhood.

This book took me longer than usual to read. Mostly because there was so much going on. While the book's main focus was Rehvenge and his shellan Ehlena there was so much more going on in this novel of the Brotherhood. It is amazing how Ward has developed this series into such an emotional read involving the entire Brotherhood and the trials that they face daily in the war against the lessers.

I can not wait to read more. I hope that Ward never brings and end to the Brotherhood novels!!



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Father Mine: Zsadist and Bella's Story (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #6.5) by J.R. Ward

Father Mine: Zsadist and Bella's Story by J.R. Ward

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Readers met and fell in love with Zsadist and Bella in J. R. Ward-s third New York Times bestselling novel in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series, Lover Awakened. As a former blood slave, Zsadist bore the scars from a past filled with suffering and degradation until Bella came along and helped heal his emotional wounds. Now, though, with the birth of their child, the demons of his past have been resurrected, called forth by the innocent eyes of his beloved daughter, Nalla. Unless Bella and Nalla can bring him back with their love, he may be lost to them forever.

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Read this story in the BDB Insiders Guide.

What an emotional roller coaster. I always say when I finish one of Ward's books that it amazes me how she writes in such a way that connects her readers so emotionally with the story.

This story is about Z's journey to fatherhood. His acceptance of himself and his past in regards to Nalla. Touching and heartwarming.




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Lover Enshrined (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #6) by J.R. Ward

Lover Enshrined by J.R. Ward


In this "frighteningly addictive" paranormal romance saga, there's a war raging between vampires and their slayers. Here are the stories of a secret band of brothers like no other--six vampire warriors, defenders of their race. And now a dutiful twin must choose between two lives...

Fiercely loyal to the Black Dagger Brotherhood, Phury has sacrificed himself for the good of the race, becoming the male responsible for keeping the Brotherhood's bloodlines alive. As Primale of the Chosen, he is obligated to father the sons and daughters who will ensure that the traditions of the race survive, and that there are warriors to fight those who want all vampires extinguished.

As his first mate, the Chosen Cormia wants to win not only his body but his heart for herself. She is drawn to the noble responsibility behind the emotionally scarred male. But Phury has never allowed himself to know pleasure or joy. As the war with the Lessening Society grows grim, tragedy looms over the Brotherhood's mansion, and Phury must decide between duty and love...


My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another great book in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series.
It has been a year since I read the last book and I don't remember Phury being so messed up. But it was wonderful to get to know him better. Even more so with this book was the fact that so many things were happening in the whole Brotherhood story. It really is like stepping into and immersing yourself in a whole new world. I love getting to know the boys better (John, Blay and Qhuinn). I liked finding out more about Rhev and I love where the books are going. Can not wait to get my hands on the next one. I hope that JR Ward keeps the Brotherhood around for a long long time. I can not imagine not having another book to look forward to.
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Lover Unbound (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book #5) by J.R. Ward

Lover Unbound by J.R. Ward


In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there’s a deadly war raging between vampires and their slayers. And there exists a secret band of brothers like no other—six vampire warriors, defenders of their race. Now, the cold heart of a cunning predator will be warmed against its will…

Ruthless and brilliant, Vishous, son of the Bloodletter possesses a destructive curse and a frightening ability to see the future. As a pretrans growing up in his father's war camp, he was tormented and abused. As a member of the Brotherhood, he has no interest in love or emotion, only the battle with the Lessening Society. But when a mortal injury puts him in the care of a human surgeon, Dr. Jane Whitcomb compels him to reveal his inner pain and taste true pleasure for the first time- until a destiny he didn't choose takes him into a future that cannot include her...

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fantastic. Another great book in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series. This book is one of my favorites in the series. There is so much going on with all of the subplots that reading these books is like stepping into another world.



Loved hearing V's story, but even more, I really enjoyed where Ward has taken this series. There are so many things coming together, coming to light. It really is my favorite vampire series.






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Lover Revealed (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book #4) by J.R. Ward

Lover Revealed by J.R. Ward


In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there's a deadly war raging between vampires and their slayers. And there exists a secret band of brothers like no other - six vampire warriors, defenders of their race. Now, an ally of the Black Dagger Brotherhood will face the challenge of his life and the evil of the ages.

Butch O'Neal is a fighter by nature. A hard living, ex-homicide cop, he's the only human ever to be allowed in the inner circle of the Black Dagger Brotherhood. And he wants to go even deeper into the vampire world- to engage in the turf war with the lessers. He's got nothing to lose. His heart belongs to a female vampire, an aristocratic beauty who's way out of his league. If he can't have her, then at least he can fight side by side with the Brothers...

Fate curses him with the very thing he wants. When Butch sacrifices himself to save a civilian vampire from the slayers, he falls prey to the darkest force in the war. Left for dead, found by a miracle, the Brotherhood calls on Marissa to bring him back, though even her love may not be enough to save him...

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another fantastic book in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series.



I was thrilled to get to read Butch and Marissa's story. I liked Butch back in book one and was thrilled when the Brotherhood took him in. It was good to find out more about his background, and what about that conversation at the end of the book between his Mom and his sister. lol

Looking forward to reading more about the home that Marissa is putting together and the future of the Brotherhood now that Dhestroyer has joined them.

I really look forward to learning more about John as he gets closer to transition and I really like Rhev and want to learn more about him.

There is still so much left for Ward to reveal to us about the Brotherhood. I can't wait!


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Lover Awakened (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book #3) by J.R. Ward

Lover Awakened by J.R. Ward


In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there’s a deadly war raging between vampires and their slayers. And there exists a secret band of brothers like no other - six vampire warriors, defenders of their race. Of these, Zsadist is the most terrifying member of the Black Dagger Brotherhood.

A former blood slave, the vampire Zsadist still bears the scars from a past filled with suffering and humiliation. Renowned for his unquenchable fury and sinister deeds, he is a savage feared by humans and vampires alike. Anger is his only companion, and terror is his only passion—until he rescues a beautiful aristocrat from the evil Lessening Society.

Bella is instantly entranced by the seething power Zsadist possesses. But even as their desire for one another begins to overtake them both, Zsadist’s thirst for vengeance against Bella’s tormentors drives him to the brink of madness. Now, Bella must help her lover overcome the wounds of his tortured past, and find a future with her…

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely love this author's writing style. The way that she will inject a bit of humor, often in the most unlikely places, is wonderful. I find myself smiling, chuckling and often laughing out loud.
The Brotherhood books are a roller coaster ride of emotions. There are ups and downs. This book was without question heartbreaking, but the best of the series so far. The story of Z and Bella involves a lot of abuse, emotional as well as physical scarring and the overcoming of that abuse through love.
I love the subplots that the author has going. It never gets overwhelming, just very involved. The ongoing story of John/Darius and his acceptance into the Brotherhood is a wonderful part of the story. We are getting a glimpse at what it is like for these fierce warriors before the transition. When they are struggling with their identities, like so may real life teens these days. The story of Tohrent/Wellsie that we have been getting little glimpses of throughout the books so far is wonderful and heartbreaking. The way that the author is able to pull you in and make you feel like you are a part of these lives is fabulous. I could not put this book down. I had to keep reading to see what would happen next. I have to pick the next book up immediately to see what is going to happen now.
Love the Brotherhood and look forward to the next in the series. I am getting a little worried as I only have 2 more books in the series so far to read. What will I do when I am done?


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Lover Eternal (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book #2) by J.R. Ward

Lover Eternal by J.R. Ward


In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there’s a deadly war raging between vampires and their slayers. And there exists a secret band of brothers like no other - six vampire warriors, defenders of their race. Possessed by a deadly beast, Rhage is the most dangerous of the Black Dagger Brotherhood...

Within the brotherhood, Rhage is the vampire with the strongest appetite. He's the best fighter, the quickest to act on his impulses, and the most voracious lover-for inside him burns a ferocious curse cast by the Scribe Virgin.

Possessed by this dark side, Rhage fears the times when his inner dragon is unleashed, making him a danger to everyone around him. When Mary Luce is unwittingly thrown into the vampire world, she must rely on Rhage's protection. Knowing that Mary feels the same intense animal attraction, Rhage must make her his alone...

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another fantastic book in the series of the Black Dagger Brotherhood!



The story of Rhage and Mary was sad, sweet, and fun. We learned more about Rhage's curse and met a few new characters.



I am absolutely loving this series. Probably one of my favorite vampire series.


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Dark Lover (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book #1) by J.R. Ward

Dark Lover by J.R. Ward


In the shadows of the night in Caldwell, New York, there's a deadly turf war going on between vampires and their slayers. There also exists a secret band of brothers like no other - six vampire warriors, defenders of their race. Among them, none relishes killing their enemies more than Wrath, the leader of the Black Dagger Brotherhood...

The only purebred vampire left on the planet, Wrath has a score to settle with the slayers who murdered his parents centuries ago. But when one of his most trusted fighters is killed- orphaning a half-breed daughter unaware of her heritage or her fate - Wrath must usher the beautiful female into the world of the undead…

Racked by a restlessness in her body that wasn't there before, Beth Randall is helpless against the dangerously sexy man who comes to her at night with shadows in his eyes. His tales of brotherhood and blood frighten her. But his touch ignites a dawning hunger that threatens to consume them both…

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I knew when I picked this book up that it was going to be a good read as I had seen all of the wonderful reviews. But WOW! I loved this book.

There was an immediate connection to the characters. So much so that I was heartbroken over a death in the first couple of chapters. I was drawn into the Brotherhood and involved in the storyline right away.

I love the interaction between the brothers. The author did a fantastic job developing the individual characters as well as the relationship between them.

There were times when I chuckled, laughed out loud and even got teary eyed reading this book.

I am thrilled to say that I have #2 sitting right here and will be devouring it now.


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