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The Children of the Gods #72

Dark Healing Blind Trust

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Riddled with guilt over the crimes he was forced to commit, Mo-red is ready to stand trial and accept the death sentence he believes he deserves, but when the clan’s alluring psychologist offers a new perspective on his past and hope for a better future, he resolves to fight for his life.

442 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 13, 2023

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Profile Image for Stephanie.
124 reviews3 followers
May 13, 2023
I love Mo-red and Vanessa’s story! There is plenty of their relationship journey, but also plenty of the overall storyline moving forward. I may not enjoy all of the different views of the Kra-el women towards Igor’s pod-mates, but it is definitely an accurate display of what I would imagine people would think. I just hope there is a decent outcome for this situation. Not sure if one more book is enough to work this out. Look forward to seeing how this all plays out along with Annani’s discovery!!

Profile Image for Lisa Crowe smith.
89 reviews
June 17, 2023
Getting better

I really enjoy the plot of this book. I got bored with drawn out plots and unfinished story lines. Slowly they are getting answered. It's making the books interesting again .
3 reviews
December 26, 2025
Truly Enjoying This Series

While a lot of the storyline is repetitive the stories change enough to make it interesting enough to continue reading. I can’t say the same about the love scenes which don’t seem to change much. It also seems there are quite a few discrepancies or I may have missed or misinterpreted some key points. I don’t remember them all, but here are a couple. I thought I read that Amanda’s son had died due to SIDs not a horseback riding incident and that Eleanor stated that compulsion can’t make you do anything like make you have sex with someone or kill someone you don’t want to which is contradicted with the Kra-ell from Igor’s pod. That being said, I am still enjoying the series even though it’s not edited very well. I’ve enjoyed getting to know the characters, their world and adventures, but I’ll be very disappointed when the series finally ends. Each new installment is too short, but that seems to be the way things are done in the current climate which all voracious readers should speak up about. Enjoy!
Profile Image for Debbie Chittenden.
1,096 reviews
May 20, 2023
I felt like I was reading 3 different books. Seriously, the Igor issue is an entire series all on its own. Then Mo-Red and Vanessa, and let's not forget Sophia. Then if you want to add mayhem to madness, let's talk about Peter and Kagra.

The character sheet is growing and the stories are limitless! But pick a lane. Write your 3 stories about each character and move on. I feel like I'm in a whirlwind of mini stories without an ending. Heck, I'm still waiting for Mia's friends to come. How about Syssi's vision from eons ago where there were bodies littering the Keep?

Why is Navuh silent all of a sudden? The clan's biggest threat, not an issue now. I love this series, but at times I'm overwhelmed.
Profile Image for Tracy Books_Beers_Brews.
1,076 reviews54 followers
October 14, 2023
𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝘀: Paranormal romance, fated mates, sci-fi
𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: 💜💜💜
𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘁: 💧
𝗣𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 🖊️🖊️🖊️
𝗣𝗢𝗩: Multiple, both the main characters, secondary characters & previous main characters
𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁: Ebook

The book count for this series may seem daunting since this is the 72nd book, thankfully the way IT Lucas organizes the series is by having the books are set in 3-4 books in a mini-series that revolves around a main couple. There are often side characters & couples that you will see develop along side the main couple. The series does have an overarching storyline that continues through all the books so it is best to read them in order. These books are also told from the POV of multiple individuals, even many of the side characters or members of previous highlighted coupled. Each chapter clearly identifies who is telling their story so it is easy to follow.

This is the second book for Vanessa and Mo-red. I am seriously so invested in how the whole trial will turn out and I can’t wait to see where it will go next.
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1,800 reviews43 followers
May 14, 2023
WOW!

This is part 2 of Mo-red & Vanessa's story. I.T. Lucas does a trilogy for almost every couple. Jade (leader of the Kra-ell) is trying to get information from Igor (a Kra-ell that killed her children & held her captive for over 20 years) with Kian’s (de-facto leader of Annani’s - his moms clan) assistance. Gilbert has asked Toven to induce him to immortality! Finally 🤣 Annani reads Igor & finds out that he is immortal, not long lived like the other Kra-ell. She finds out that he thinks the Royal Twins are her father’s children! 😳 YIKES!
227 reviews1 follower
May 18, 2023
Feels like things are starting to build to a climax!!

There are so many threads that all feel like they are starting to come together, little wanderings that feel like they are building to a real crescendo and I for 1 cannot wait to see how this is all going to come together, with a bang I suspect!! I love Vanessa and Mo-Red though this is less about them as a couple and more about the wider story arcs with a few new transitions....will be waiting with baited breath to see where this is going!!



Profile Image for Taschell Young.
50 reviews
May 19, 2023
Addicted

I am addicted to this series. I have been reading I . T. Lucas series from the beginning and each book gets better and better. Vanessa and Mo-red story makes you hope that everything works out for them. JADE, I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT HER! This series never disappoints. I highly recommend reading this book and the others in the series. Getting to know the characters and the love for each other , the bonding , the risk to stay together, the loyalty to one another, and the secrets so they remain safe. I highly recommend reading this series.
513 reviews1 follower
August 22, 2025
Vanessa & Mo-red part2, Bk72

Vanessa is working her way through interviewing the Purebloods to help decide their future. But the only future she is interested in is her own & sharing it with Mo-red.
Meanwhile Annani, Alena & Orion have all jumped back on Annani jet to go back to The Village because Annani feels deep down she is the only one that can get to the bottom of everything with Igor.
Let's hope she takes care of her Clan when the next twist on the rollercoaster is gonna turn in to trouble cos it must be brewing
15 reviews
May 17, 2023
Excited and Impatient for the Next Book

I've enjoyed most of the previous books in this series, but none have quite gotten me as excited and impatient for the next one as this one. Oh man. Oh man. The twists revealed in this story had a wide range of possibilities and I'm so hyped to learn what happened next. I really need/want I.T. Lucas to make the next story available tomorrow. ;-)
40 reviews
August 6, 2023
I enjoy this series so much I have started it over waiting for the new books....but for me, the whole Kra-ell story line is just dragging on and on......I can see where it is going and I am excited for that, but for the love of God....speed it up a little bit! It is starting to read like Russian literature!! I love the characters but it seems some of ones from the beginning have been totally forgotten. Again...I am enjoying it, but it is getting bogged down.
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667 reviews2 followers
May 16, 2023
Always Awesome

As always the world created by I.T. Lucas keeps expanding. New characters who bring new life to the creation are blended seamlessly with everyone and everything already given to us. I have known other authors who have cranked out a plethora of books in their own worlds, unlike them, this one never relies on formula to fill pages.
63 reviews
May 17, 2023
I'm so invested in this series that I overlook a few chapters could really be left out because a lot of them seem like fillers. BUT....the final chapters are so good it keeps me coming back for more.

It would be so awesome to have Annani reunited with her mate at some point. Everyone else is getting their HEA she should too.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
535 reviews3 followers
May 19, 2023
Dark Healing Blind Trust

Wow, this was a very revealing story. I T Lucas has added twists to this continuing saga that was never realized until now that will undoubtedly keep the saga continuing for sometime. Looking forward to next book to see what transpires with Gilbert, Vanessa, Jade, Karga and the others.
266 reviews2 followers
May 23, 2023
Holy catballs Batman!!! She did it again!

I've gotta say, I. T. Lucas is a drop dead gorgeous author who brings to life all her characters. I can use my imagination as visit each and every story she writes in this series. Her creativity and futuristic ideas are a readers wet dream!!! Lol
2 reviews1 follower
May 27, 2023
Amazing as always! Keep them coming!!

I'm loving the development of the new twists and turns the series has become. The new additions are adding variety and room to continue the story without it becoming routine. Very well written, you become close to all of the characters as you reach book 72. I am always watching for the next release!
Profile Image for Tara Dorough.
1,291 reviews4 followers
June 2, 2023
Wow So Much Information

Dark Healing Blind Trust is book 72 of I.T. Lucas' The Children Of The Gods series. It's packed with information the readers have been waiting on. The Kra-ell's background is explained more. Of course with that comes a ton more questions. I can't wait to find out what is next.
17 reviews
June 10, 2023
I'm reading this book on my kindle and in the last few chapters there were words missing, so that was a little frustrating so this book took longer than usual for me to finish. I'm eager to read the next book to find out more about Igor his storyline is getting too long for me, I want his secrets revealed.

I've read the whole series and look forward to more.
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3 reviews
June 15, 2023
highly entertaining

I have read all of the books in the series and have enjoyed them all. All of the characters that are introduced are interesting and the story lines that go with them intertwine with each other and make it so you do not want to put the book down. It has sex, adventure, romance, drama and some comedy.
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688 reviews14 followers
July 24, 2023
Oh My Stars!

This one didn't get good to me until the very end... literally!

Gilbert's attempt at transition and that whole story was kinda funny.

I'm getting a little bored with Vanessa and Mo-red.

More speculation is coming out about Igor and "The Royal Twins"... and that's gettin' good, y'all!

On to #73.
Profile Image for Lynda.
70 reviews1 follower
May 13, 2023
And the story continues

There was a lot to unpack in this one, and it kept interested. There are some twists and turns with this one. I am really curious to see how they will play out in the next book.
Profile Image for Deb Compton.
275 reviews2 followers
May 13, 2023
LOVE THIS AUTHOR

This book like each before pulls you into the world of the immortals. It’s a brief escape from the day-to-day. You will be drawn into the storyline and be as anxious for the next installment as the rest of us. 🥰
1,671 reviews
May 15, 2023
Brilliant Series

Dark Healing Blind Trust (The Children Of The Gods Book 72) by I T Lucas. Kira-ell Mo-red and Psychologist Vanessa move in together. Kian finds something serious to worry about and Annani probes Igors mind.
9 reviews
May 19, 2023
Not as good as the others

I have read all the books, this included. Keep more to the story
line, less with the sex, found this way overboard. I enjoy learning more of the characters, the background of the gods, immortals, the plots.

254 reviews
May 21, 2023
More, more, and more

You would think that after 71 books I would be a little bored with this series. No way. I am just as excited now as I was to begin with. I just wish it wasn't so long between publications.
Profile Image for Tammy L Needy.
750 reviews6 followers
May 22, 2023
Intriguing

Vanessa and Mo-Rad were intense from the start, so things can only get more so from there. Kian and Jade are turning out to be very interesting together. Some others are also coming into more focus too.
38 reviews
May 25, 2023
Wow! Extraordinary!

This series is phenomenal, very engaging and keeping us on point with all the different happenings, makes incredible writing. Waiting with bated breath on the next book. Rock on!!!
2 reviews
July 2, 2023
I only gave this 3 stars because I was turned off by the Vanessa and Mo-red sex chapters. I have nothing against sex in books but I’m more interested in Igor’s story, the twins etc. No need to go into chapter after chapter with their sex.
337 reviews
September 18, 2023
This is my second time reading/listening to the book. I enjoyed it more this time. Curious about the trial and how the Kra-ell fit into everything. I just wish that the audio books were released closer to the written books.
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