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Demon Warriors #1
Hondo
[Siren Everlasting Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Fantasy Romance, M/M, demons, public exhibition, spanking]
Chris has hung around the Demon Warriors, trying to emulate them, for one hundred years. He's in awe of these magnificent warriors but has eyes for only one of them. Hondo is as thickheaded as they come. Everyone around him can see how Chris feels about the big, bad warrior-everyone except Hondo. When bizarre occurrences keep taking place in the demon realm, Chris is ready for action, rushing in where wise men fear to tread. Can Hondo keep Chris from running into a battle he may not survive, and can Hondo set aside their friendship and become a lover to the little demon who worships the very ground he walks on?
Note: Each book in Lynn Hagen's Demon Warriors collection features a different romantic couple. Each title stands alone and can be read in any order. However, we recommend reading the series in sequential order.
Chris has hung around the Demon Warriors, trying to emulate them, for one hundred years. He's in awe of these magnificent warriors but has eyes for only one of them. Hondo is as thickheaded as they come. Everyone around him can see how Chris feels about the big, bad warrior-everyone except Hondo. When bizarre occurrences keep taking place in the demon realm, Chris is ready for action, rushing in where wise men fear to tread. Can Hondo keep Chris from running into a battle he may not survive, and can Hondo set aside their friendship and become a lover to the little demon who worships the very ground he walks on?
Note: Each book in Lynn Hagen's Demon Warriors collection features a different romantic couple. Each title stands alone and can be read in any order. However, we recommend reading the series in sequential order.
127 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 15, 2011
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Lynn Hagen
551 books1,189 followersLynn Hagen loves writing about the somewhat flawed, but lovable. She also loves a hero who can see past all the rough edges to find the shining diamond of a beautiful heart.
You can find her on any given day curled up with her laptop and a cup of hot java, letting the next set of characters tell their story.
You can find her on any given day curled up with her laptop and a cup of hot java, letting the next set of characters tell their story.
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November 25, 2011
Good Grief. Did the woman actually get paid for this tripe. Never having read any demon books or anything like this before, a friend said I should give it a go and lent me his copy. Indeed he gave me the first two in the series. Having read them both....yes honestly....I can promise you two things. Firstly...I won't be reading anymore and secondly, having read them I am fairly sure I could construct number three through 47.
Muscular Demon encounters wimpy demon. He falls for aforementioned wimpy demon in a way he had neevr fallen before. His whole life is turned upside down and whereas before he lived for ....well I am not actually sure what he lived or died or existed for. It keeps being implied that they are immortal or at least live for a jolly long time but why Hagen has hit upon them being demons is of no significance at all. It is a tawdry cashing in on this vampire, werewolf craze with huge amounts of explicit sex thrown in. There is no attempt to draw out any plot or story development other than the wimpy demon keeps getting placed in difficult situations and the muscular demon gives his all, literally, to save aforementioned wimpy demon. I give no names for the simple reason that they all mould into an amorphous mass. No individuality or sense of character at all. Maybe I was being ridiculously naive but this is presented as a series. Surely that suggests development and a growing interest, a plot unfolding and mystery deepening. If that is the case there is absolutley no inkling that anything is coming anytime soon...well muscular or wimpy demon excepted obviously.
Number three, I am absolutely certain would involve the muscular demon who has just started featuring in number two book and had fleeting aspects in number one book falling for the human friend of the two wimpy demons. Oh, and what an extraordinary coincidence...he is quite wimpy Absolute crap. That this ranks as worth a series of books is amazing. I quite understand that people might want to read explicit sex accoiunts but surely there is normally something linking the story or an attempt at development of character, certainly as this is claimed to be a storyline which has a common thread. Well, it doesn;t. It is just an excuse to write total tosh.
The fact of the demonic world being the central issue here is totally without merit or reason; this could just as easily be set in any town or city or brothel across the world and nothing would be gained or lost. The 'heroes' can move fast, can set fire to things and have red eyes but apart from that it is just a rather aggressive and rapacious gathering of the village people
Muscular Demon encounters wimpy demon. He falls for aforementioned wimpy demon in a way he had neevr fallen before. His whole life is turned upside down and whereas before he lived for ....well I am not actually sure what he lived or died or existed for. It keeps being implied that they are immortal or at least live for a jolly long time but why Hagen has hit upon them being demons is of no significance at all. It is a tawdry cashing in on this vampire, werewolf craze with huge amounts of explicit sex thrown in. There is no attempt to draw out any plot or story development other than the wimpy demon keeps getting placed in difficult situations and the muscular demon gives his all, literally, to save aforementioned wimpy demon. I give no names for the simple reason that they all mould into an amorphous mass. No individuality or sense of character at all. Maybe I was being ridiculously naive but this is presented as a series. Surely that suggests development and a growing interest, a plot unfolding and mystery deepening. If that is the case there is absolutley no inkling that anything is coming anytime soon...well muscular or wimpy demon excepted obviously.
Number three, I am absolutely certain would involve the muscular demon who has just started featuring in number two book and had fleeting aspects in number one book falling for the human friend of the two wimpy demons. Oh, and what an extraordinary coincidence...he is quite wimpy Absolute crap. That this ranks as worth a series of books is amazing. I quite understand that people might want to read explicit sex accoiunts but surely there is normally something linking the story or an attempt at development of character, certainly as this is claimed to be a storyline which has a common thread. Well, it doesn;t. It is just an excuse to write total tosh.
The fact of the demonic world being the central issue here is totally without merit or reason; this could just as easily be set in any town or city or brothel across the world and nothing would be gained or lost. The 'heroes' can move fast, can set fire to things and have red eyes but apart from that it is just a rather aggressive and rapacious gathering of the village people
October 23, 2015
I thought it would be a nice change for me, demon warriors instead of shifters.
I was on board with both of these men being demons (nu human that needed rescuing). And I did like Chris and his clumsiness. But their relationship was extremely underdeveloped. They went from friends to lovers to mates in 4 pages and the rest of the book was bickering and a terrible sub plot.
I did like the lube shooting cock (how convenient).
But I had some trouble with Hondo stabbing Chris with his cock. Ouch…
I do like a fluffy terribly written book every now and again, but Hondo and Chris were fighting too much for me to enjoy it. I don’t do angst (within the relationship) well.
I was on board with both of these men being demons (nu human that needed rescuing). And I did like Chris and his clumsiness. But their relationship was extremely underdeveloped. They went from friends to lovers to mates in 4 pages and the rest of the book was bickering and a terrible sub plot.
I did like the lube shooting cock (how convenient).
But I had some trouble with Hondo stabbing Chris with his cock. Ouch…
I do like a fluffy terribly written book every now and again, but Hondo and Chris were fighting too much for me to enjoy it. I don’t do angst (within the relationship) well.
January 5, 2017
2011 Review:
Pfft, am I glad I have the next two books in this new series because it doesn’t just end on a cliff-hanger, it pretty much is a continuous story, with probably only the viewpoints shifting with each book. So to have to stop at this point would be incredibly annoying. I guess in retrospect the romance of this volume did end a chapter or so before the end, but I kinda missed it because it was just another sex scene with a fresh batch of love exchange.
With that said, I really enjoyed this book. I know, it’s weird! This is a spin-off of the Brac Pack series too, so go figure. But I enjoyed these demons and their realm with their very normal clothes and lives and slight but sharp differences. For example the way they walk through shadows appealed to me, as well as the variety that comes with the special talents of each.
Of course the time scale was way out of whack yet again, especially considering the names and all, but it’s okay. I am completely used to that much. :3 It just makes me wonder how the warriors handled things before modern day inventions like cell phones. I mean even just Chris has been hanging out with the guys for a hundred years at this point so things must have changed drastically since then. Except… I dimly remember now, although I am not sure. Wasn’t there a time difference between the realms? Really not sure… That would help a lot. Especially if time moved much faster in the demon realm.
Anyway, I obviously enjoy the setting, which engenders hope for my continued enjoyment of the series.
But just as much I really enjoyed the characters here.
Okay, some of the side characters seemed very suspicious, and only knowing that they will be the protagonists of the next volume kept me from thinking the worst of them. And even that just barely.
But Panahasi so far more than cashes in on the impression he left with his appearance in the Brac Pack. He’s interesting and definitely top, er, demon, and one gets to feel for him even with the remote way he is portrayed. Very well, so far. Also a good choice to not start the series with pairing off the head honcho. XD
Now, the actual protagonists here were good. All right, Hondo was neat enough and worked as a character, but Chris? Was amazing. I’ve started to really enjoy those quirky small guys. And I loved how he kept zipping around with his super speed, and how his mind worked similarly, easily distracted, slightly dopey at times, and accidentally believing his own exaggerations. This was not a perfect guy, but he was hugely likeable nonetheless. :D
Even the sex worked out for them. Sure, I did not need that many of those scenes, but they did not take over the plot and that’s all I’m asking for these days. Then there’s the oh-so convenient auto-lubing. Gotta admit, I kinda like this version better than the one from some other series, but it’s still awfully opportune.
Mostly, though, I am happy that while this series also follows the “fated mate” path, it’s a lot more interesting courtesy of only being able to recognize the bond during sex. That actually allows romance to take place first, might even throw a few obstacles in the way emotionally. I very much approve. It also allowed for this story about long-time friends and one-sided love. :D
Yeah, maybe it’s obvious by my amount of rambling here, but I enjoyed the hell out of this one. Very entertaining and amusing and interesting and just all around satisfying.
(Maybe I should note that I was a lot less impressed during the re-read a year later.)
2012 Re-read Project:
I went and did it. I re-read all the connected series by Lynn Hagen, this time in order of publication date, as recommended, which sadly does not ensure actual chronologicality. That’s twenty-nine books of moderate length, spanning three series (with more to spin off).
I’ll put my thoughts in spoiler tags since I plan to paste this into the end of each review covered here. There are no actual spoilers, so feel free to read this for a general idea of the series.
Pfft, am I glad I have the next two books in this new series because it doesn’t just end on a cliff-hanger, it pretty much is a continuous story, with probably only the viewpoints shifting with each book. So to have to stop at this point would be incredibly annoying. I guess in retrospect the romance of this volume did end a chapter or so before the end, but I kinda missed it because it was just another sex scene with a fresh batch of love exchange.
With that said, I really enjoyed this book. I know, it’s weird! This is a spin-off of the Brac Pack series too, so go figure. But I enjoyed these demons and their realm with their very normal clothes and lives and slight but sharp differences. For example the way they walk through shadows appealed to me, as well as the variety that comes with the special talents of each.
Of course the time scale was way out of whack yet again, especially considering the names and all, but it’s okay. I am completely used to that much. :3 It just makes me wonder how the warriors handled things before modern day inventions like cell phones. I mean even just Chris has been hanging out with the guys for a hundred years at this point so things must have changed drastically since then. Except… I dimly remember now, although I am not sure. Wasn’t there a time difference between the realms? Really not sure… That would help a lot. Especially if time moved much faster in the demon realm.
Anyway, I obviously enjoy the setting, which engenders hope for my continued enjoyment of the series.
But just as much I really enjoyed the characters here.
Okay, some of the side characters seemed very suspicious, and only knowing that they will be the protagonists of the next volume kept me from thinking the worst of them. And even that just barely.
But Panahasi so far more than cashes in on the impression he left with his appearance in the Brac Pack. He’s interesting and definitely top, er, demon, and one gets to feel for him even with the remote way he is portrayed. Very well, so far. Also a good choice to not start the series with pairing off the head honcho. XD
Now, the actual protagonists here were good. All right, Hondo was neat enough and worked as a character, but Chris? Was amazing. I’ve started to really enjoy those quirky small guys. And I loved how he kept zipping around with his super speed, and how his mind worked similarly, easily distracted, slightly dopey at times, and accidentally believing his own exaggerations. This was not a perfect guy, but he was hugely likeable nonetheless. :D
Even the sex worked out for them. Sure, I did not need that many of those scenes, but they did not take over the plot and that’s all I’m asking for these days. Then there’s the oh-so convenient auto-lubing. Gotta admit, I kinda like this version better than the one from some other series, but it’s still awfully opportune.
Mostly, though, I am happy that while this series also follows the “fated mate” path, it’s a lot more interesting courtesy of only being able to recognize the bond during sex. That actually allows romance to take place first, might even throw a few obstacles in the way emotionally. I very much approve. It also allowed for this story about long-time friends and one-sided love. :D
Yeah, maybe it’s obvious by my amount of rambling here, but I enjoyed the hell out of this one. Very entertaining and amusing and interesting and just all around satisfying.
(Maybe I should note that I was a lot less impressed during the re-read a year later.)
2012 Re-read Project:
I went and did it. I re-read all the connected series by Lynn Hagen, this time in order of publication date, as recommended, which sadly does not ensure actual chronologicality. That’s twenty-nine books of moderate length, spanning three series (with more to spin off).
I’ll put my thoughts in spoiler tags since I plan to paste this into the end of each review covered here. There are no actual spoilers, so feel free to read this for a general idea of the series.
July 16, 2011
This is such a cute book. I didn't expect demons to be cute, but, that's what these guys are. There is also enough serious warrior business, some mysterious goings on and a few ominous threats to keep the tension up. I found the mix between humor and beginning-of-series-plotline really appealing. And the way demons find their mates? I laughed my head off. That is a great concept!!!
Chris is small for a demon, but thinks himself a warrior. Needless to say, he manages to overestimate his abilities significantly, which almost gets him into more trouble than can fit between two book covers, so to speak. He is cute, full of energy, and the 'typical' smaller mate that needs protection - mostly from his own antics in this case.
Hondo is a big, bad demon warrior - except where Chris is concerned. They've been the best of friends for 100 years, so getting used to being mates will take some doing. In typical alpha male/dominant fashion he growls a lot, but he's got his heart in the right place.
I really liked these first two characters, and am looking forward to finding out more about this demon world, including the hinted at links to the underworld and the mysterious crystal.
Chris is small for a demon, but thinks himself a warrior. Needless to say, he manages to overestimate his abilities significantly, which almost gets him into more trouble than can fit between two book covers, so to speak. He is cute, full of energy, and the 'typical' smaller mate that needs protection - mostly from his own antics in this case.
Hondo is a big, bad demon warrior - except where Chris is concerned. They've been the best of friends for 100 years, so getting used to being mates will take some doing. In typical alpha male/dominant fashion he growls a lot, but he's got his heart in the right place.
I really liked these first two characters, and am looking forward to finding out more about this demon world, including the hinted at links to the underworld and the mysterious crystal.
November 24, 2012
I'm glad to see that the writing seem to have improve since the Brac Pack day, somewhat. I'm tempted to call Lynn Hagen a clone of Stormy Glenn, but I feel that will be insulting to the latter.
Anyhow, usual Lynn Hagen: simplistic plot, characters with the emotional maturity of a five-year-old, sex/sex/sex, a musclebound-tiny guy dynamic, and lots of jealousy and a plot so 2D you can see things coming from ten miles away.
Characters are either flat, uninteresting, crybabies OR flat uninteresting jealousy possessive musclebound freaks. Doesn't matter if she calls them Tom and Jerry or Chris and Hondo, they're essentially the same people.
Unless you're masochistic, like me, throw your money elsewhere. Better yet, just donate it to someone who needs it.
Anyhow, usual Lynn Hagen: simplistic plot, characters with the emotional maturity of a five-year-old, sex/sex/sex, a musclebound-tiny guy dynamic, and lots of jealousy and a plot so 2D you can see things coming from ten miles away.
Characters are either flat, uninteresting, crybabies OR flat uninteresting jealousy possessive musclebound freaks. Doesn't matter if she calls them Tom and Jerry or Chris and Hondo, they're essentially the same people.
Unless you're masochistic, like me, throw your money elsewhere. Better yet, just donate it to someone who needs it.
October 8, 2023
Okey, fue mas confuso de lo que pensaba, creo que por eso me dio bloqueo y por el formato Jajaja
Pero estuvo bueno.. aunque confuso x2
Cosas interesantes:
1) Panahasi esta algo decaido por que ya quiere su pareja destinada, lo malo es que solo puedes saberlo después de tener sexo con ella y se hace la unión.
2) Snooke de vdd que es muy sospechoso y si tiene que ver con Marino que al parecer es alguien muy peligroso, tengo algo de miedo por el y su posible pareja Kane.
3) El elfo tambien me causa conflicto, ¿Por que ir con Chris? ¿Que tiene que ver? Y ¿Como se llama este precioso ser?
4) Chris y Hondo de vdd que necesitan mejorar mucho con sus actitudes, aunque después de discusiones espero que si vayan por el buen camino. TwT
Creo que hasta ahora este es mi libro menos fav de la saga, en parte creo que tiene que ver el bloqueo, pero definitivamente no le tengo mucho cariño. 😔
Pero estuvo bueno.. aunque confuso x2
Cosas interesantes:
1) Panahasi esta algo decaido por que ya quiere su pareja destinada, lo malo es que solo puedes saberlo después de tener sexo con ella y se hace la unión.
2) Snooke de vdd que es muy sospechoso y si tiene que ver con Marino que al parecer es alguien muy peligroso, tengo algo de miedo por el y su posible pareja Kane.
3) El elfo tambien me causa conflicto, ¿Por que ir con Chris? ¿Que tiene que ver? Y ¿Como se llama este precioso ser?
4) Chris y Hondo de vdd que necesitan mejorar mucho con sus actitudes, aunque después de discusiones espero que si vayan por el buen camino. TwT
Creo que hasta ahora este es mi libro menos fav de la saga, en parte creo que tiene que ver el bloqueo, pero definitivamente no le tengo mucho cariño. 😔
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 13, 2019
Why oh why was I cursed with an obsession for mediocre paranormal and sci-fi smut....
I will say that I loved Chris’s character, a small demon that seems to move fast nonstop around his much bigger and burlier friends. Cute...
The rest was the usually garbage with lack of plot and development. Again it’s my fault for reading these type of stories. I always ask myself “who in the hell reads this crap??” My my inner self replies... “you bitch... you read this crap... all the time..”
:::sigh:::
I’m reality I am just dying to find an awesome series or author that has many books under 200 pages so I can fit more books into my schedule...
I will say that I loved Chris’s character, a small demon that seems to move fast nonstop around his much bigger and burlier friends. Cute...
The rest was the usually garbage with lack of plot and development. Again it’s my fault for reading these type of stories. I always ask myself “who in the hell reads this crap??” My my inner self replies... “you bitch... you read this crap... all the time..”
:::sigh:::
I’m reality I am just dying to find an awesome series or author that has many books under 200 pages so I can fit more books into my schedule...
September 6, 2015
It was fun reading about Chris and Hondo. This first book in the series is very typical of Lynn Hagen books. A forever mate that tends to be the weaker one and the bigger protective mate that "takes care of" the weaker mate. I still like the book, it's a fun lite read that is a "feel good" read.
August 5, 2024
Genre: Alternative (M/M), Fantasy, Omegaverse
Absolutely loved this book! "Demon Warriors 1: Hondo" by Lynn Hagen is a thrilling dive into the world of M/M romance, with an insta-love story that perfectly fits into the Omegaverse genre. From the very first page, I was captivated by the dynamic between Hondo and Chris, whose relationship unfolds amidst the backdrop of demon warriors and fantastical realms.
The story follows Chris, who has spent a century admiring and trying to emulate the Demon Warriors, with his heart set on the formidable Hondo. Chris’s unyielding admiration and dedication to Hondo is palpable and heartwarming, making it impossible not to root for him. This book is M/M, showcasing a passionate and emotional bond between two male characters that is both tender and intense.
Hondo, the titular character, is a big, bad warrior with a thickheaded streak, oblivious to Chris’s feelings despite everyone else seeing them clearly. This dynamic adds a layer of tension and anticipation, making their eventual coming together all the more satisfying. The insta-love element is handled beautifully, with a magnetic pull between the characters that feels both inevitable and deeply moving.
As an Omegaverse story, "Hondo" brings unique elements that fans of the genre will appreciate. The power dynamics and emotional depth are explored in a way that feels authentic and enriching, enhancing the overall narrative. The bizarre occurrences in the demon realm add an exciting and perilous dimension to the plot, with Chris’s bravery and recklessness driving the action forward. His readiness to jump into danger where wiser men would hesitate showcases his spirit and the lengths he’s willing to go for those he cares about.
The fantasy setting is richly imagined, with the demon realm providing a vivid and immersive backdrop for the romance. The blend of action, adventure, and romance creates a well-rounded story that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish. Hondo’s struggle to reconcile his feelings and transition from friend to lover adds depth to his character, making the romance more rewarding.
Each book in Lynn Hagen’s Demon Warriors collection stands alone, focusing on different romantic couples, but "Hondo" sets a high standard with its compelling characters and engaging storyline. Reading the series in sequential order is recommended to fully appreciate the nuances of the world and character development.
In summary, "Demon Warriors 1: Hondo" is a fantastic M/M, insta-love Omegaverse story that I absolutely adored. The heartfelt romance, combined with the thrilling fantasy elements, makes it a must-read for fans of the genre. Lynn Hagen has crafted a tale that is both emotionally satisfying and exhilarating, leaving me eager for more from the Demon Warriors collection.
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
If you’re wondering whether or not you should read… THE ANSWER IS YES‼️‼️
Reading Order
For those who love reading books in the order that they were written. NOTE: This reading order is for the Bracverse only. If you want the order of any other series, please visit this author’s bookshelf.
1. Maverick's Mate - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶 2. Hawk's pretty Baby - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶 3. Sunshine's Savior - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 4. Remi's Pup - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 5. Stormy Eyes - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 6. Oliver's Heart - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 7. Keata's Promise - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 8. George's Turn - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 9. Loco's Love - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 10. Lewis's Dream - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 11. Mark's Not Gay - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 12. Nutter Nero - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 13. Heaven's Hell - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 14. Nicholas's Wolf - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 15. Murphy's Madness - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶 16. Montana's Vamp - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 17. Carter's Tryck - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 18. Joshua's Law - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 19. Dagon's Ride - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 20. Jasper - Zeus's Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 21. Hondo - Demon Warriors🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 22. Avanti - Zeus's Pack 23. Snooke - Demon Warriors 24. Steven's Journey - Brac Pack 25. Knox - Zeus's Pack 26. Torem - Zeus's Pack 27. Rainerio - Demon Warriors 28. Hunter - Zeus's Pack 29. Alexi's Secret - Brac Pack 30. Christian's Menace - Christian's Coven 31. Sully - Zeus's Pack 32. Tater's Bear - Brac Pack 33. Nija's Temptation - Christian's Coven 34. Curtis's Dads - Brac Pack 35. A Brac Crazy Family Christmas - Brac Pack 36. Bald Eagle - Zeus's Pack 37. Eli's Way - Christian's Coven 38. Takeo- Demon Warriors 39. A Cold Winter's Day - Brac Pack 40. Nazaryth - The Exiled 41. Memphis - Zeus's Pack 42. Vaughn's Vampire Hunter - Christian's Coven 43. His Imperfect Mate - Brac Pack 44. For the Rest of Eternity - Christian's Coven 45. Rave - Zeus's Pack 46 Seth's Chance - Brac Pack 00. Mating Thomas - Short Story 47. The Dark Side of Love - Christian's Coven 48. Take My Hand - Brac Pack 49. Riley's Downfall - Brac Pack 50. Wolf - The Exiled 51. Panahasi - Demon Warriors 52. Melonee Brac's Mistletoe Madness-Brac Pack 53. A Man's Worth- Brac Pack 54. Sweet Delight - Brac Village 55. Silent Secrets - Brac Village 56. Kissing Reno - Brac Village 57. Rio's Fire - Brac Village 58. Heat Rising - Brac Village 59. Keaton's Lessons - Brac Village 60. Frisco James - Brac Village 61. Forged in Steele - Brac Village 62. Jordan's Desires - Brac Village 63. Valentino's Cowboy - Brac Village 64. Kobe - Demon Warriors 65. Fighting Temptation - Brac Village 66. Loving Styles -Brac Village 67. Polar Opposites - Brac Village 68. Brac Pack Halloween Murder Mystery 69. Ceri- Christian's coven
70. Teaching Angelo - Brac Village 71. Firehouse Rescue - Brac Village 72. Christmas at the Lakelands - Brac Pack 73. Forever Yours - Christian's Coven 74. Rakeym - Shadow Tribe 75. Red Spanking - Christian's Coven 76. Edge of Control - Brac Village 77. Dorm - Zeus's Pack 78. A Christmas to Remember - Brac Village 79. A Vampire's Touch - Christian's Coven 80. Paine's Pleasure - Brac Village
81. Einarr - Demon Warriors 82. Winter's Caress - Brac Village 83. Claimed by a Cougar - Brac Village 84. Black Diamonds - Christian's Coven 85. Seduced by Twins - BPNG 86. The Running Bunny - BPNG 87. Beautiful Red - BPNG 88. Search and Seduce - BPNG 89. Mine Forever - BPNG 90. Feathers and Fur - BPNG 91. Claimed by a Predator - BPNG 92. Silk Room - BPNG 93. Undeniably His - BPNG 94. His Little Vampire - BPNG 95. Million-Dollar Mate - BPNG 96. Jaxxon - The Remus Brothers 97. Wyatt - The Remus Brothers 98. Kade - The Remus Brothers 99. Hound - The Remus Brothers
100. Cross - The Remus Brothers
101. Rough Ride - The Exiled 102. Houston - The Remus Brothers 103. Holding Tight - The Exiled 104. Unraveled Heart - The Exiled 105. Bryck - Zeus's Pack 106. Wayland - Demon Warriors 107. Hudson's Christmas Wish - Christian's Coven 108. Alpha to His Omega - Wolves of Desire 109. Playing for Keeps - Wolves of Desire 110. Bad Habits - Wolves of Desire 111. Safe in King's Arms - Wolves of Desire 112. Worthy of Cage's Love - Wolves of Desire
113. Heart of a Wolf - Wolves of Desire
114. Gabriel's Demon - Wolves of Desire
115. Taz - Zeus's Pack116. First Impressions - Wolves of Desire117. Jaden - Demon Warriors
118. Nothing but Trouble - Wolves of Desire
119. Havoc Unleashed - Wolves of Desire
120. Picking Up the Pieces - Wolves of Desire
121. Perfect Blend - Wolves of Desire 122. Rescuing His Heart - Wolves of Desire 123. Breathing Easier - Wolves of Desire 124. Immortal Kiss - Christian's Coven 125. Keeping Khaos - Brac Pack 126. Escaping Christmas - Brac Village 127. Wrapped in a Bow - Brac Village 128. Heart of Gold - Brac Village 129. Finding Strength - Brac Village 130. Following Fate - Wolves of Desire 131. Devil's Desires - Dark Knights 132. Meeting His Destiny - Dark Knights 133. Taming His Wolf - Dark Knights 134. Royale Stakes - Dark Knights 135. Losing Control - Dark Knights 136. Bear Instincts - Dark Knights 137. The Keeper - Demon Warriors 138. Once Upon a Christmas - Brac Village 139. Taken by the Wolf - Brac Village 140. Hunting Danger - Brac Village
141. Trained to Protect - Brac Village
142. Shadows of Doubt - Brac Village
143. No Rules Required - Brac Village
144. Deadly Intentions - Brac Village
145. His Foxy Devil - Brac Village
146. Sweet Hell - Brac Village
147. Bear the Heat - Maple Grove
148. Just a Purr - Maple Grove
149. Finding Home - Maple Grove
150. Lost & Found - Maple Grove
151. A Promise Kept - Maple Grove
152. Jericho's Way - Maple Grove
153. On the Edge - Maple Grove
154. Catching Rainbows - Maple Grove
155. Reckless Soul - Maple Grove
156. Made for Him - Maple Grove
157. Sound of Silence - Maple Grove
158. Broken Halo - Maple Grove
159. Until Forever - Maple Grove
160. Mating Inferno - Maple Grove
161. Johnny's North Star - Brac Pack
162. The Real Deal - Maple Grove
163. Lion's Wrath - Maple Grove
164. Devil in the Details - Maple Grove
165. Edge of Winter - Maple Grove
166. Rules of Engagement - Maple Grove
167. Deadly Surrender - Maple Grove
168. No Good Deed - Maple Grove
169. If Tomorrow Never Comes - Maple Grove
170. Grave Peril - Maple Grove
171. Dark and Deadly - Maple Grove
172. Phoenyx - Demon Warriors
173. Deandre - Demon Warriors
174. Donnchadh - Demon Warriors
175. Without A Trace - Fever's Edge
176. Sweet Mercy - Fever's Edge
177. Crashing into Fate - Maple Grove
178. Handful of Mate - Maple Grove
179. Mistletoes and Apple Pie - Maple Grove
180. A Perfect Moment - Fever's Edge
181. Laying it Bear - Fever's Edge
182. Vet under Fire - Fever's Edge
183. Hostile Pursuit - Fever's Edge
184. Never Too Late - Fever's Edge
185. Just for Elijah - Fever's Edge
186. Hot Cross Bunny - Fever's Edge
187. For the Love of Scotty - Fever's Edge
188. Catching His Fox - Fever's Edge
189. Choppy Waters - Fever's Edge
190. Dangerously Sexy - Fever's Edge
191. Cookies and Chaos - Fever's Edge
192. Letting Go - Fever's Edge
193. Sweet As Honey - Fever's Edge
194. Hidden Gem - Fever's Edge
195. Tucker's Peach - Fever's Edge
196. Cadeym - Demon Warriors
197. Coming Undone - BPNG
198. Perfect Gem - Willow Point
199. Darkest Bite - Willow Point
200. Under the Wolf's Protection - Willow Point
201. In Too Deep - Willow Point
202. Deadly Pursuit - Willow Point
203. Hidden Target - Willow Point
204. Lethal Instincts - Willow Point
205. Smoke and Mirrors - Willow Point
206. Forged in Fire - Willow Point
207. Mate in the Crosshairs - Willow Point
208. Rescuing Aspen - Willow Point
209. Protecting Elias - Willow Point
210. Defending Braylon _ Willow Point
211. Blood Moon Rising - Willow Point
212. Darkest Storm - Willow Point
213. Deadly Obsession - Driscoll Security
214. Deadly Rescue - Driscoll Security
215. Deadly Secrets - Driscoll Security
216. Deadly Games - Driscoll Security
217. Raising the Stakes - Willow Point
218. His Little Impala - Willow Point
219. Doggone Chaos - Willow Point
220. Closing Time - Willow Point
221. Bartender Therapy - Willow Point
222. Hot Cocoa & Mistletoes - Willow Point
223. Grizzly Neighbor - Willow Point
224. Unexpected Tiger - Willow Point
225. Lion's Heart - Willow Point
226. Jagged Edge - Willow Point
227. Gemini's Kiss - Willow Point
228. Purrfect Kitty - Willow Point
229. Raven's Redemption - Willow Point
230. Unbearably Sweet - Willow Point
231. Half of Midnight - Willow Point
232. More Than Enough - Willow Point
233. Handcuffs & Honey - Midnight Falls
234. Tempting Tiger - Midnight Falls
235. Dangerous Secrets - Midnight Falls
236. Breaking Point - Midnight Falls
237. Safe & Sound - Midnight Falls
238. The Hard Fall - Midnight Falls
239. Threat Unleashed - Midnight Falls
240. Sweet Refuge - Midnight Falls
241. Primal Dangers - Midnight Falls
242. Lethal Encounter - Midnight Falls
243. Fallen Shadows - Midnight Falls
244. Midnight Rain - Midnight Falls
245. No Strings Attached - Midnight Falls
246. Broken Trust - Midnight Falls
247. Colt's Salvation - Midnight Falls
248. Touch of Sapphire - Midnight Falls
249. Beautiful Butterfly - Midnight Falls
250. Feels Like Home - Midnight Falls
251. F Is for Honey Bee - Midnight Falls
252. Kitten Kisses - Midnight Falls
Absolutely loved this book! "Demon Warriors 1: Hondo" by Lynn Hagen is a thrilling dive into the world of M/M romance, with an insta-love story that perfectly fits into the Omegaverse genre. From the very first page, I was captivated by the dynamic between Hondo and Chris, whose relationship unfolds amidst the backdrop of demon warriors and fantastical realms.
The story follows Chris, who has spent a century admiring and trying to emulate the Demon Warriors, with his heart set on the formidable Hondo. Chris’s unyielding admiration and dedication to Hondo is palpable and heartwarming, making it impossible not to root for him. This book is M/M, showcasing a passionate and emotional bond between two male characters that is both tender and intense.
Hondo, the titular character, is a big, bad warrior with a thickheaded streak, oblivious to Chris’s feelings despite everyone else seeing them clearly. This dynamic adds a layer of tension and anticipation, making their eventual coming together all the more satisfying. The insta-love element is handled beautifully, with a magnetic pull between the characters that feels both inevitable and deeply moving.
As an Omegaverse story, "Hondo" brings unique elements that fans of the genre will appreciate. The power dynamics and emotional depth are explored in a way that feels authentic and enriching, enhancing the overall narrative. The bizarre occurrences in the demon realm add an exciting and perilous dimension to the plot, with Chris’s bravery and recklessness driving the action forward. His readiness to jump into danger where wiser men would hesitate showcases his spirit and the lengths he’s willing to go for those he cares about.
The fantasy setting is richly imagined, with the demon realm providing a vivid and immersive backdrop for the romance. The blend of action, adventure, and romance creates a well-rounded story that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish. Hondo’s struggle to reconcile his feelings and transition from friend to lover adds depth to his character, making the romance more rewarding.
Each book in Lynn Hagen’s Demon Warriors collection stands alone, focusing on different romantic couples, but "Hondo" sets a high standard with its compelling characters and engaging storyline. Reading the series in sequential order is recommended to fully appreciate the nuances of the world and character development.
In summary, "Demon Warriors 1: Hondo" is a fantastic M/M, insta-love Omegaverse story that I absolutely adored. The heartfelt romance, combined with the thrilling fantasy elements, makes it a must-read for fans of the genre. Lynn Hagen has crafted a tale that is both emotionally satisfying and exhilarating, leaving me eager for more from the Demon Warriors collection.
Total Book Experience 10/10
Plot/Storyline (structure)10/10
Writing (Errors) 10/10
Characters 10/10
Again-able 10/10
Emotion 10/10
Book Cover 10/10
Visual/ Illustratable 10/10
Addictiveness 10/10
Threshold quality 10/10
Unique 10/10
If you’re wondering whether or not you should read… THE ANSWER IS YES‼️‼️
Reading Order
For those who love reading books in the order that they were written. NOTE: This reading order is for the Bracverse only. If you want the order of any other series, please visit this author’s bookshelf.
1. Maverick's Mate - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶 2. Hawk's pretty Baby - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶 3. Sunshine's Savior - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 4. Remi's Pup - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 5. Stormy Eyes - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 6. Oliver's Heart - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 7. Keata's Promise - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 8. George's Turn - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 9. Loco's Love - Brac Pack 🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 10. Lewis's Dream - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 11. Mark's Not Gay - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 12. Nutter Nero - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 13. Heaven's Hell - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 14. Nicholas's Wolf - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 15. Murphy's Madness - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶 16. Montana's Vamp - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 17. Carter's Tryck - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 18. Joshua's Law - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 19. Dagon's Ride - Brac Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 20. Jasper - Zeus's Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 21. Hondo - Demon Warriors🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶🩶 22. Avanti - Zeus's Pack 23. Snooke - Demon Warriors 24. Steven's Journey - Brac Pack 25. Knox - Zeus's Pack 26. Torem - Zeus's Pack 27. Rainerio - Demon Warriors 28. Hunter - Zeus's Pack 29. Alexi's Secret - Brac Pack 30. Christian's Menace - Christian's Coven 31. Sully - Zeus's Pack 32. Tater's Bear - Brac Pack 33. Nija's Temptation - Christian's Coven 34. Curtis's Dads - Brac Pack 35. A Brac Crazy Family Christmas - Brac Pack 36. Bald Eagle - Zeus's Pack 37. Eli's Way - Christian's Coven 38. Takeo- Demon Warriors 39. A Cold Winter's Day - Brac Pack 40. Nazaryth - The Exiled 41. Memphis - Zeus's Pack 42. Vaughn's Vampire Hunter - Christian's Coven 43. His Imperfect Mate - Brac Pack 44. For the Rest of Eternity - Christian's Coven 45. Rave - Zeus's Pack 46 Seth's Chance - Brac Pack 00. Mating Thomas - Short Story 47. The Dark Side of Love - Christian's Coven 48. Take My Hand - Brac Pack 49. Riley's Downfall - Brac Pack 50. Wolf - The Exiled 51. Panahasi - Demon Warriors 52. Melonee Brac's Mistletoe Madness-Brac Pack 53. A Man's Worth- Brac Pack 54. Sweet Delight - Brac Village 55. Silent Secrets - Brac Village 56. Kissing Reno - Brac Village 57. Rio's Fire - Brac Village 58. Heat Rising - Brac Village 59. Keaton's Lessons - Brac Village 60. Frisco James - Brac Village 61. Forged in Steele - Brac Village 62. Jordan's Desires - Brac Village 63. Valentino's Cowboy - Brac Village 64. Kobe - Demon Warriors 65. Fighting Temptation - Brac Village 66. Loving Styles -Brac Village 67. Polar Opposites - Brac Village 68. Brac Pack Halloween Murder Mystery 69. Ceri- Christian's coven
70. Teaching Angelo - Brac Village 71. Firehouse Rescue - Brac Village 72. Christmas at the Lakelands - Brac Pack 73. Forever Yours - Christian's Coven 74. Rakeym - Shadow Tribe 75. Red Spanking - Christian's Coven 76. Edge of Control - Brac Village 77. Dorm - Zeus's Pack 78. A Christmas to Remember - Brac Village 79. A Vampire's Touch - Christian's Coven 80. Paine's Pleasure - Brac Village
81. Einarr - Demon Warriors 82. Winter's Caress - Brac Village 83. Claimed by a Cougar - Brac Village 84. Black Diamonds - Christian's Coven 85. Seduced by Twins - BPNG 86. The Running Bunny - BPNG 87. Beautiful Red - BPNG 88. Search and Seduce - BPNG 89. Mine Forever - BPNG 90. Feathers and Fur - BPNG 91. Claimed by a Predator - BPNG 92. Silk Room - BPNG 93. Undeniably His - BPNG 94. His Little Vampire - BPNG 95. Million-Dollar Mate - BPNG 96. Jaxxon - The Remus Brothers 97. Wyatt - The Remus Brothers 98. Kade - The Remus Brothers 99. Hound - The Remus Brothers
100. Cross - The Remus Brothers
101. Rough Ride - The Exiled 102. Houston - The Remus Brothers 103. Holding Tight - The Exiled 104. Unraveled Heart - The Exiled 105. Bryck - Zeus's Pack 106. Wayland - Demon Warriors 107. Hudson's Christmas Wish - Christian's Coven 108. Alpha to His Omega - Wolves of Desire 109. Playing for Keeps - Wolves of Desire 110. Bad Habits - Wolves of Desire 111. Safe in King's Arms - Wolves of Desire 112. Worthy of Cage's Love - Wolves of Desire
113. Heart of a Wolf - Wolves of Desire
114. Gabriel's Demon - Wolves of Desire
115. Taz - Zeus's Pack116. First Impressions - Wolves of Desire117. Jaden - Demon Warriors
118. Nothing but Trouble - Wolves of Desire
119. Havoc Unleashed - Wolves of Desire
120. Picking Up the Pieces - Wolves of Desire
121. Perfect Blend - Wolves of Desire 122. Rescuing His Heart - Wolves of Desire 123. Breathing Easier - Wolves of Desire 124. Immortal Kiss - Christian's Coven 125. Keeping Khaos - Brac Pack 126. Escaping Christmas - Brac Village 127. Wrapped in a Bow - Brac Village 128. Heart of Gold - Brac Village 129. Finding Strength - Brac Village 130. Following Fate - Wolves of Desire 131. Devil's Desires - Dark Knights 132. Meeting His Destiny - Dark Knights 133. Taming His Wolf - Dark Knights 134. Royale Stakes - Dark Knights 135. Losing Control - Dark Knights 136. Bear Instincts - Dark Knights 137. The Keeper - Demon Warriors 138. Once Upon a Christmas - Brac Village 139. Taken by the Wolf - Brac Village 140. Hunting Danger - Brac Village
141. Trained to Protect - Brac Village
142. Shadows of Doubt - Brac Village
143. No Rules Required - Brac Village
144. Deadly Intentions - Brac Village
145. His Foxy Devil - Brac Village
146. Sweet Hell - Brac Village
147. Bear the Heat - Maple Grove
148. Just a Purr - Maple Grove
149. Finding Home - Maple Grove
150. Lost & Found - Maple Grove
151. A Promise Kept - Maple Grove
152. Jericho's Way - Maple Grove
153. On the Edge - Maple Grove
154. Catching Rainbows - Maple Grove
155. Reckless Soul - Maple Grove
156. Made for Him - Maple Grove
157. Sound of Silence - Maple Grove
158. Broken Halo - Maple Grove
159. Until Forever - Maple Grove
160. Mating Inferno - Maple Grove
161. Johnny's North Star - Brac Pack
162. The Real Deal - Maple Grove
163. Lion's Wrath - Maple Grove
164. Devil in the Details - Maple Grove
165. Edge of Winter - Maple Grove
166. Rules of Engagement - Maple Grove
167. Deadly Surrender - Maple Grove
168. No Good Deed - Maple Grove
169. If Tomorrow Never Comes - Maple Grove
170. Grave Peril - Maple Grove
171. Dark and Deadly - Maple Grove
172. Phoenyx - Demon Warriors
173. Deandre - Demon Warriors
174. Donnchadh - Demon Warriors
175. Without A Trace - Fever's Edge
176. Sweet Mercy - Fever's Edge
177. Crashing into Fate - Maple Grove
178. Handful of Mate - Maple Grove
179. Mistletoes and Apple Pie - Maple Grove
180. A Perfect Moment - Fever's Edge
181. Laying it Bear - Fever's Edge
182. Vet under Fire - Fever's Edge
183. Hostile Pursuit - Fever's Edge
184. Never Too Late - Fever's Edge
185. Just for Elijah - Fever's Edge
186. Hot Cross Bunny - Fever's Edge
187. For the Love of Scotty - Fever's Edge
188. Catching His Fox - Fever's Edge
189. Choppy Waters - Fever's Edge
190. Dangerously Sexy - Fever's Edge
191. Cookies and Chaos - Fever's Edge
192. Letting Go - Fever's Edge
193. Sweet As Honey - Fever's Edge
194. Hidden Gem - Fever's Edge
195. Tucker's Peach - Fever's Edge
196. Cadeym - Demon Warriors
197. Coming Undone - BPNG
198. Perfect Gem - Willow Point
199. Darkest Bite - Willow Point
200. Under the Wolf's Protection - Willow Point
201. In Too Deep - Willow Point
202. Deadly Pursuit - Willow Point
203. Hidden Target - Willow Point
204. Lethal Instincts - Willow Point
205. Smoke and Mirrors - Willow Point
206. Forged in Fire - Willow Point
207. Mate in the Crosshairs - Willow Point
208. Rescuing Aspen - Willow Point
209. Protecting Elias - Willow Point
210. Defending Braylon _ Willow Point
211. Blood Moon Rising - Willow Point
212. Darkest Storm - Willow Point
213. Deadly Obsession - Driscoll Security
214. Deadly Rescue - Driscoll Security
215. Deadly Secrets - Driscoll Security
216. Deadly Games - Driscoll Security
217. Raising the Stakes - Willow Point
218. His Little Impala - Willow Point
219. Doggone Chaos - Willow Point
220. Closing Time - Willow Point
221. Bartender Therapy - Willow Point
222. Hot Cocoa & Mistletoes - Willow Point
223. Grizzly Neighbor - Willow Point
224. Unexpected Tiger - Willow Point
225. Lion's Heart - Willow Point
226. Jagged Edge - Willow Point
227. Gemini's Kiss - Willow Point
228. Purrfect Kitty - Willow Point
229. Raven's Redemption - Willow Point
230. Unbearably Sweet - Willow Point
231. Half of Midnight - Willow Point
232. More Than Enough - Willow Point
233. Handcuffs & Honey - Midnight Falls
234. Tempting Tiger - Midnight Falls
235. Dangerous Secrets - Midnight Falls
236. Breaking Point - Midnight Falls
237. Safe & Sound - Midnight Falls
238. The Hard Fall - Midnight Falls
239. Threat Unleashed - Midnight Falls
240. Sweet Refuge - Midnight Falls
241. Primal Dangers - Midnight Falls
242. Lethal Encounter - Midnight Falls
243. Fallen Shadows - Midnight Falls
244. Midnight Rain - Midnight Falls
245. No Strings Attached - Midnight Falls
246. Broken Trust - Midnight Falls
247. Colt's Salvation - Midnight Falls
248. Touch of Sapphire - Midnight Falls
249. Beautiful Butterfly - Midnight Falls
250. Feels Like Home - Midnight Falls
251. F Is for Honey Bee - Midnight Falls
252. Kitten Kisses - Midnight Falls
November 24, 2014
(UPDATED ON MAY 9, 2014)
Call me a glutton for punishment but I just went back to this one. First, though, I tracked down and read the books in the Brac Pack and Zeus Pack series that must be read before it in hopes of making the story make sense. There are about 19 or 20 that come before Demon Warriors #1; therefore I cannot honestly call this an independent series. It really will confuse the heck out of anyone coming to it without prior knowledge of the Brac-Zeus Universe. Would've been nice to have been told this first, but oh well ...
I am now somewhere around page 189, according to my reader, and I am still not certain of finishing the book, let alone the entire Demon Warriors arc, no matter how important it is to the rest of the Brac Universe -- which I rather like, btw. True, I am no longer muddled up with who's who, but the writing is ... how shall I say it? Somewhat less than spectacular?
Uh, no. That would imply the only things nit-pick worthy about it were the usual spelling, grammar and typos often found in the author's books -- at least the ones I've read so far. And I like this author, I really do. It's just that in this case she's surpassed what reads like bad porno-flick scenes and dialogue and gone straight to the jaw-dropping stuff. Jaw-dropping because as a writer myself, it makes me cringe. Which I am 100% certain is NOT the reaction she had in mind. No, I will not give examples. :shudder: But there are plenty to be found if you care to have a look.
Shelving this title -- maybe the whole series -- as WTF, Dear Author, wtf?!
******
"Sexy Demon Warrior looking for his elusive One True Love". Sounds exactly the sort of book I'd happily dive into and devour in a single setting. Alas, it was not to be. The characters were so-so, the plot ... wait, what *was* that anyway? I felt like I'd been thrown into the middle of a long, established series, not starting the first page of the first chapter of the first book in a brand new one. It confused me to the point I gave up on it and admitted defeat at around 29 percent. Sorry, but it's just too much effort to track down references to characters and incidents from all the other series by the author, then try to figure out where this one fits in. Romance novels are supposed to be a pleasure, unfortunately reading this one felt like a very tedious chore, one I was all too relieved to finally quit.
Call me a glutton for punishment but I just went back to this one. First, though, I tracked down and read the books in the Brac Pack and Zeus Pack series that must be read before it in hopes of making the story make sense. There are about 19 or 20 that come before Demon Warriors #1; therefore I cannot honestly call this an independent series. It really will confuse the heck out of anyone coming to it without prior knowledge of the Brac-Zeus Universe. Would've been nice to have been told this first, but oh well ...
I am now somewhere around page 189, according to my reader, and I am still not certain of finishing the book, let alone the entire Demon Warriors arc, no matter how important it is to the rest of the Brac Universe -- which I rather like, btw. True, I am no longer muddled up with who's who, but the writing is ... how shall I say it? Somewhat less than spectacular?
Uh, no. That would imply the only things nit-pick worthy about it were the usual spelling, grammar and typos often found in the author's books -- at least the ones I've read so far. And I like this author, I really do. It's just that in this case she's surpassed what reads like bad porno-flick scenes and dialogue and gone straight to the jaw-dropping stuff. Jaw-dropping because as a writer myself, it makes me cringe. Which I am 100% certain is NOT the reaction she had in mind. No, I will not give examples. :shudder: But there are plenty to be found if you care to have a look.
Shelving this title -- maybe the whole series -- as WTF, Dear Author, wtf?!
******
"Sexy Demon Warrior looking for his elusive One True Love". Sounds exactly the sort of book I'd happily dive into and devour in a single setting. Alas, it was not to be. The characters were so-so, the plot ... wait, what *was* that anyway? I felt like I'd been thrown into the middle of a long, established series, not starting the first page of the first chapter of the first book in a brand new one. It confused me to the point I gave up on it and admitted defeat at around 29 percent. Sorry, but it's just too much effort to track down references to characters and incidents from all the other series by the author, then try to figure out where this one fits in. Romance novels are supposed to be a pleasure, unfortunately reading this one felt like a very tedious chore, one I was all too relieved to finally quit.
February 27, 2017
1.5 stars
Here are my notes, rewritten to at least be complete understandable sentences, because I hated this too much to write a proper review:
I'm hoping this would make more sense if I'd read the other series' because as it is, I feel like I'm reading the readers digest condensed version
They treat and talk to Chris like he's a child. Of course he acts like one. Like Hindi and the other warriors couldn't protect hem selves against or demon and like Chris could do anything.
So poorly written, like a high school writing assignment.
This is so all over the place, no real connection, no real explanations.
The sex is really boring as usual.
Chris's skills are only as a sex object? Hondo is a great warrior, but Chris should be proud his skills are as a bed mate? So he's basically a whore?
So this is really a serial as absolutely nothing but the mating was resolved, but it wasn't the first in the story even though it's the first in the series. I guess I have to read the rest of the other series first. But even looking at reading order, that means I have to read a couple of dozen books before I catch up.
I've realized that's a pet peeve of mine: requiring someone to read other series in order to understand what's going on in the current series. Pretty sure I'm not going to do that. I might read the first in the Brac Pack but if it's anything like this, nope. Too bad because I liked another long series of hers which looks like she's done with.
Yuck.
Here are my notes, rewritten to at least be complete understandable sentences, because I hated this too much to write a proper review:
I'm hoping this would make more sense if I'd read the other series' because as it is, I feel like I'm reading the readers digest condensed version
They treat and talk to Chris like he's a child. Of course he acts like one. Like Hindi and the other warriors couldn't protect hem selves against or demon and like Chris could do anything.
So poorly written, like a high school writing assignment.
This is so all over the place, no real connection, no real explanations.
The sex is really boring as usual.
Chris's skills are only as a sex object? Hondo is a great warrior, but Chris should be proud his skills are as a bed mate? So he's basically a whore?
So this is really a serial as absolutely nothing but the mating was resolved, but it wasn't the first in the story even though it's the first in the series. I guess I have to read the rest of the other series first. But even looking at reading order, that means I have to read a couple of dozen books before I catch up.
I've realized that's a pet peeve of mine: requiring someone to read other series in order to understand what's going on in the current series. Pretty sure I'm not going to do that. I might read the first in the Brac Pack but if it's anything like this, nope. Too bad because I liked another long series of hers which looks like she's done with.
Yuck.
August 3, 2014
Wow! A cliffhanger... Didn't expect to find one in Lynn Hagen's stories. She usually ends it, but this time she chose a different option. And I like it very much ;) Although it's hard to wait till the next book comes out :(
The story itself is nice. We're thrown in a new kind of demon world. The way to find a demon's mate is also quite nice ;) Story itself was OK at the beginning, but at the end there was more speed to it. She had to explain a lot in the beginning, at least that's how it occurred to me, and therefore the story was a little bit slow. At the end of the story she made more then up to it for me! Therefore 4 out of 5 stars!
The story itself is nice. We're thrown in a new kind of demon world. The way to find a demon's mate is also quite nice ;) Story itself was OK at the beginning, but at the end there was more speed to it. She had to explain a lot in the beginning, at least that's how it occurred to me, and therefore the story was a little bit slow. At the end of the story she made more then up to it for me! Therefore 4 out of 5 stars!
June 25, 2012
I enjoyed this first book in the series, enough that I want to read more. Chris and Hondo are so adorable together, which is weird I know. Who would have thought that demons could be adorable, right? But they are, so much so that I read the whole story straight thru. I'm definitely going to be reading more by this author.
July 16, 2011
This was a great start for a new series. I love that Hondo is not aware of what everyone else can see until he is hit with it. Chris is too cute for words. Having these two together was a good pair. I can't wait for the next. Snooke is a mystery all by himself.
July 18, 2011
I loved the Brac Pack series, so I expected more for this book. The demons seemed like badasses from their cameo in the Brac book. Chris irritated me repeatedly, and Hondo was described correctly, "thickheaded"!
September 12, 2017
Well, I delved into the Bracverse a 2nd time and now there are 121 books - yikes! I loved this Universe the first time I read it several years ago and now I love it more, I really do, but I've only been able to read these series (and I have expanded to all the books that are currently out in each):
Brac Pack
Christian's Coven
Zeus's Pack
Demon Warriors
The Exiled
These are the series that start the Universe. Reading them in order is a must. Each book has it's own love story but there is an underlying story that plays out throughout them all. As you get towards the end of these series, other series come into play and I noticed that, since I did not read them, I missed some of the characters being mentioned (good and bad) but I was still able to follow because the main ones stay the same.
One day I WILL buy these and read them all!!! (For the correct order, just look on the Internet for Lynn Hagen Reading Order):
Brac Village
Shadow Tribe
BPNG (Brac Pack Next Generation - Brac Pack kids)
The Remus Brothers
Wolves of Desire
Brac Pack
Christian's Coven
Zeus's Pack
Demon Warriors
The Exiled
These are the series that start the Universe. Reading them in order is a must. Each book has it's own love story but there is an underlying story that plays out throughout them all. As you get towards the end of these series, other series come into play and I noticed that, since I did not read them, I missed some of the characters being mentioned (good and bad) but I was still able to follow because the main ones stay the same.
One day I WILL buy these and read them all!!! (For the correct order, just look on the Internet for Lynn Hagen Reading Order):
Brac Village
Shadow Tribe
BPNG (Brac Pack Next Generation - Brac Pack kids)
The Remus Brothers
Wolves of Desire
August 6, 2017
0.5 stars
I am shocked! It was so bad that it wasn't funny anymore.
The MCs were simply retarded! They were supposed to be millennia old but one talks, thinks and behaves like a preschooler, if we ignore the Sex scenes , and the other one like a kid who has just hit puberty and the character, speech pattern and behavior of the secondary character, Snook changes drastically during the story!
If this was supposed to be a comedy, the author has failed miserably, and if it had been intended to be taken seriously than the author most regard her audience as kids who aren't supposed to be reading these kind of books anyway!!
And what was the reason for repeating the same phrase over and over again during the cheap, unimaginative, out of the can sex scenes??? What would prevent the readers from getting it the first time it was mentioned?????
I am shocked! It was so bad that it wasn't funny anymore.
The MCs were simply retarded! They were supposed to be millennia old but one talks, thinks and behaves like a preschooler, if we ignore the Sex scenes , and the other one like a kid who has just hit puberty and the character, speech pattern and behavior of the secondary character, Snook changes drastically during the story!
If this was supposed to be a comedy, the author has failed miserably, and if it had been intended to be taken seriously than the author most regard her audience as kids who aren't supposed to be reading these kind of books anyway!!
And what was the reason for repeating the same phrase over and over again during the cheap, unimaginative, out of the can sex scenes??? What would prevent the readers from getting it the first time it was mentioned?????
January 11, 2018
I didn't like Chris, too whiny and always butting in where it's not his place, his speed doesn't help in his defence, it would if he actually knew how to defend himself with hand to hand combat or using some weapons, as it is he is too weak.
Chris trying to protect Hondo is like a fly trying to protect an elephant. I can never understand how the Chris's of the world don't realize that they're only distracting the Hondo's of the world by putting themselves in danger and precisely that is what will get the Hondo's of the world killed while Chris's of the world are trying to prevent that. Chris has no sense for self-preservation at all.
Normal book plot structure is: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action and resolution; this book got stuck on rising action, there was no climax, or anything that follows, to be had (except between the main characters).
Chris trying to protect Hondo is like a fly trying to protect an elephant. I can never understand how the Chris's of the world don't realize that they're only distracting the Hondo's of the world by putting themselves in danger and precisely that is what will get the Hondo's of the world killed while Chris's of the world are trying to prevent that. Chris has no sense for self-preservation at all.
Normal book plot structure is: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action and resolution; this book got stuck on rising action, there was no climax, or anything that follows, to be had (except between the main characters).
October 27, 2021
Friends to lovers trope thankfully Lynn Hagen spare me the details of Hondo's past.
Unlike shifters who can smell their mates, demons don't know who their mates are until they're sleeping with them and Hondo won't take a risk sleeping with Chris, he's afraid that if their relationship failed so is their friendship. Until one moment when Chris' feeling is in the open and finally Hondo make a move on him and as predicted, they are mates but their relationship isn't smooth sailing. Problems always heading their way and there are mysteries needed to be solved, one of them is who Snooke really is? Is he a friend or a foe?
Unlike shifters who can smell their mates, demons don't know who their mates are until they're sleeping with them and Hondo won't take a risk sleeping with Chris, he's afraid that if their relationship failed so is their friendship. Until one moment when Chris' feeling is in the open and finally Hondo make a move on him and as predicted, they are mates but their relationship isn't smooth sailing. Problems always heading their way and there are mysteries needed to be solved, one of them is who Snooke really is? Is he a friend or a foe?
November 29, 2017
The plot felt a little like it was going in circles. A lot of parts just sort of jumped from no to yes with no middle part and it was a little lacking and frustrating. I did however still enjoy it and plan to read the rest of the series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 14, 2021
Qué puedo decir, me pareció muy monótona la historia, falta de color. Caso al final se volvió un tedio terminarla. Lo siento, pero dos estrellas.
February 11, 2023
Me gustó la presentación del nuevo mundo pero la pareja se me hizo un poco aburrida.
July 2, 2024
No me gusto, tenia muchas ganas de comenzar a leer la saga de los Demonios Guerreros por que me gusta Panashi pero este libro se me hizo eterno, y me costo terminarlo ^^U
January 17, 2013
This is the first in the Demon Warriors series, which is an offshoot from Lynn Hagen's Brac Pack series, which I got sucked into a couple years ago. The demons facinated me in that series, and we find out more about them in Hondo, the first of the new series. Demons live in a sort of parallel world, similar to ours, except it's always night because demon's corporeal bodies fade in sunlight. When demons visit the human world, they do it only at night and they use shadows to move from place to place. The demons seem almost ordinary at first, using cell-phones, eating pasta and visiting the Devil-Mart, but they're far from human! Although I found this book entertaining and Lynn Hagen has a wonderful imagination and sense of humor, the writing itself isn't spectacular.
Demon warriors are the law enforcement of the demon world, and each of the warriors has a special power. Some of the demon criminals are kind of predictable and like to suck souls out of other beings, but some of the are much worse than that. Even so, Chris has always wanted to be a warrior, and he idolizes them, hanging around them as much as possible. He especially enjoys hanging around with Hondo, because he's fallen in love with him. Hondo, of course, thinks of Chris as a buddy. This book tells the story of their romance. (Obviously, if you're homophobic or just not into reading about two guys together, avoid this book).
The characters are likable and the plot is fast-paced, as most of Lynn Hagen's books. If you can overlook some typos and grammatical errors, and the rather odd description of Hondo as an "Egyptian" warrior, you'll probably enjoy this book.
Demon warriors are the law enforcement of the demon world, and each of the warriors has a special power. Some of the demon criminals are kind of predictable and like to suck souls out of other beings, but some of the are much worse than that. Even so, Chris has always wanted to be a warrior, and he idolizes them, hanging around them as much as possible. He especially enjoys hanging around with Hondo, because he's fallen in love with him. Hondo, of course, thinks of Chris as a buddy. This book tells the story of their romance. (Obviously, if you're homophobic or just not into reading about two guys together, avoid this book).
The characters are likable and the plot is fast-paced, as most of Lynn Hagen's books. If you can overlook some typos and grammatical errors, and the rather odd description of Hondo as an "Egyptian" warrior, you'll probably enjoy this book.
September 22, 2015
I really wanted to like this book more than I did. I even reread it at a later date to make sure I didn't like it more the second time; I didn't.
The thing that made it just "okay" for me was Chris. His reactions seemed disproportionate and childish to me -- and not in a charming way.
Hondo was adorably clueless and likable. He was the only reason this one didn't get one "didn't like it" star from me.
After reading this one, I don't have any interest in continuing in this branch of the Brac Pack universe.
The thing that made it just "okay" for me was Chris. His reactions seemed disproportionate and childish to me -- and not in a charming way.
Hondo was adorably clueless and likable. He was the only reason this one didn't get one "didn't like it" star from me.
After reading this one, I don't have any interest in continuing in this branch of the Brac Pack universe.
March 14, 2012
typical lynn hagen serial romance. nothing fantastic, nothing so bad it can't be finished. what is typical lynn hagen? imagine a shorter harlequin romance but with no t&a (see, i was going to write no surprise pregnancies, but... yeah.).
out of sheer laziness, i will be using this as my template for all books by :
lynn hagen
stormy glenn
scarlett hyacinth
carol lynne
gabrielle evans
unless otherwise noted. i'd apologize, but i'm not sorry. i figure it's about as much time as they put into their books. dammit! well, i made it all the way to the end being rather moderate in my assessment. that's a win.
out of sheer laziness, i will be using this as my template for all books by :
lynn hagen
stormy glenn
scarlett hyacinth
carol lynne
gabrielle evans
unless otherwise noted. i'd apologize, but i'm not sorry. i figure it's about as much time as they put into their books. dammit! well, i made it all the way to the end being rather moderate in my assessment. that's a win.
July 15, 2019
Brac Universe #21
The Brac world is expanding. The demons are different from anything I've read before.
Hondo and Chris starting as close friends and ending up mates is sweet. Hondo is definitely a bit thick headed. Chris is a bit reckless and too quick to rush into situations. They end up working everything out together.
There is more story to come with Snooke. Hopefully we find out he's a good guy in a bad circumstance.
It will be interesting to see how this ties into Brac and Zeus packs.
The Brac world is expanding. The demons are different from anything I've read before.
Hondo and Chris starting as close friends and ending up mates is sweet. Hondo is definitely a bit thick headed. Chris is a bit reckless and too quick to rush into situations. They end up working everything out together.
There is more story to come with Snooke. Hopefully we find out he's a good guy in a bad circumstance.
It will be interesting to see how this ties into Brac and Zeus packs.
July 27, 2011
This book is a good beginning to a new series and despite the characters being demons their cute, sexy and fun. Chris is a hoot the way he tries to get the attention of Hondo, the man he loves...a man who is dense and clueless. There's action, friends, villainous demons and a theft worked in among Chris getting into trouble and Hondo trying to keep him safe. Watch these two walk the minefield of moving from friends to lovers and how it all works out in the end.
October 8, 2016
Another cute, little read by LH. I've read so many of the Brac Pack and Christian's Coven books lately that they're all blending together and this series seems to be a kind of spin-off of those. There are characters from the other two in this book (or at least one, I could be confused). This one was typical of this series with the big, bad demon and the smaller man needing protection. Chris was a bit on the annoying side but I did enjoy their story. Next....!
October 22, 2022
¡OMG! 😆 Me gustó. Nada como leer el Universo Brac cronologicamente.
Me encantan las parejas clichés, o sea, Hondo y Chris. Chris es realmente adorable aunque sea de lo más impertinente 😩. Definitivamente apoyo a Hondo sobre los riesgos que Chris toma sin pensar en las consecuencias.
Ahora, si que nos plantean 7 problemas en un solo libro. No es muy común que haya tantos enigmas en una sola historia. Pero ya que Snooke es un problema interesante, de inmediato seguiré con el segundo libro.
Me encantan las parejas clichés, o sea, Hondo y Chris. Chris es realmente adorable aunque sea de lo más impertinente 😩. Definitivamente apoyo a Hondo sobre los riesgos que Chris toma sin pensar en las consecuencias.
Ahora, si que nos plantean 7 problemas en un solo libro. No es muy común que haya tantos enigmas en una sola historia. Pero ya que Snooke es un problema interesante, de inmediato seguiré con el segundo libro.
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