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The Witching Pen #3

The Demon Bride

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Book three of The Witching Pen series

Two thousand and eleven years after the birth of the Failed One, the Witching Pen will be made manifest on Earth by the Great Shanka Witch of the Old Scrolls. By her hand, the Earth will rumble and shatter, and all dimensions will bleed into one.

The true purpose of the Witching Pen has been revealed, and it must be destroyed before an apocalyptic prophecy comes true. There's just one problem - the Pen is indestructible.

As everyone searches for much needed answers, Elena lays down plans for a radical mission to save her mother from the Shanka's shadow world.

Meanwhile, Mary has finally discovered who she really is, and what that means for the human race.

What Mary doesn't know, is that Gwain has been searching for her for over ten thousand years, and had lost all hope of finding her. Now that he has her, he's faced with an impossible does he save the woman who altered his very existence, or does he sacrifice her to save mankind?

(Book novel - approx. 70,000 words)

252 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 29, 2012

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About the author

Dianna Hardy

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Dianna Hardy is an international bestselling author of (cross-genre) fantasy fiction, most notable for her dark (often explicit) paranormal fantasy and the raw, intense Eye of the Storm series. But her heart-warming Once Times Thrice series proves she thrives in the light as much as the dark.

Whatever your poison, what she loves most is to bring you stories that are action-packed, fast-paced and not short of heat, with the focus on character development, relationship dynamics, and the plot.

She writes full-length novels and short fiction.

First published in 1997 with poetry, and then in 1999 with her first short story; The Witching Pen was released in 2011 and she hasn't looked back.

Dianna lives in Hampshire, UK, with her partner and their daughter, where she writes full time.

From 2025, Dianna revived her old pen name, and is also writing as Elysa Summers.

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Profile Image for CaroleDee.
158 reviews16 followers
August 24, 2012
Witches,and Demons, and Fae, and Angles,and Dragons OH MY! (And Dorothy thought she had it bad!)

Take everything you think you know about the apocalypse/Armageddon and forget it. Dianna Hardy has taken no less than four theological standards and mixed them together to create one hell of a story.

In the conclusion to the Witching Pen Novellas there is a ton of story to absorb. Elena and Karl (The Witching Pen) are on a mission to rescue Elena's mom from a demon dimension. Amy, Pueblo, and Paul/Etienne's (The Sands of Time) story continues with a shocking discovery. But the main focus is on Gwain and Mary. I don't want to give anything away, just know that their love is quite possibly one of the most epic I've ever read. 'Star crossed lovers' doesn't even begin to convey the depths of their connection.

Throughout the trilogy the story has gradually crossed the bounds from paranormal romance to urban fantasy. While the relationships between the heroes and heroines is still a huge part of The Demon Bride I feel the author has respectfully taken the last step to UF. I look forward to reading more about how the couples handle what the future holds in the spinoff, full-length novel The Last Dragon. (slated for release in early 2013)

*originally posted at http://www.bittenbyparanormalromance....
Profile Image for Nikki McCarver.
194 reviews47 followers
July 29, 2012
I can't recommend this series enough. From the very first book, to this most recent addition, it has been a truly exquisite dip into the darkness. Especially in this book. This is truly my FAVORITE so far. It has a little bit of everything in it and I mean everything!! This series is a must read for paranormal romance lovers!!

This book is on Mary. Mary has been the character walking around the other two books with a question mark floating above her head. All of the other supernatural beings sense her and know shes SOMETHING, but have absolutely no clue as to what. Considering there are angels, demons, witches, shifters, halflings, and a variety of monsters, that is saying a lot.I have been anxiously awaiting this book because the last book left off with a huge cliff hanger. So I have been literally hanging on since then, dying to know what Mary is and how she fits into this amazing creation the author has entitled The Witching Pen Novellas.

As I began reading this book, I was as swept away( as with the other two )and I was absolutely shocked as to what Mary turned out to be. I don't do spoilers in my review, so I can't tell you exactly what she is or how she ties into this story, but I will say that I was extremely delighted with this read. It was not only the best so far, but well worth the wait. The creativity and story telling ability of this author has completely captivated me. Just with this series, she has earned fan and I promise you, that you will see her again on this site!! Hats off to you Dianna for this exquisite addition to a wonderful series!!!
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257 reviews38 followers
August 25, 2012
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Ok, for this review I have decided not to go into detail about anything that happens in this story. If I were to give you one little detail it would completely ruin the experience you get from reading the book. So instead I will explain my experience and feelings about this fantastic, heart stopping, tear dropping story.

I was so sad when I finished this book, I just wasn't ready for it to end. Dianna gets you completely enthralled with her story of Mary and Gwain and you just want more and more. They are my two favorite characters in the novellas, maybe its their intensity or just the way they are so driven to save the other so they can have a future together or the fact that despite time, they are each others destiny. This story is not only about Mary and Gwain but Amy, Pueblo, Elena and Karl. They certainly have their journeys ahead of them. In this book you almost need to read what's going on with them to bring you down from the intensity of Mary and Gwain. Not only is the love they have for each other enough to knock your socks off but their journey has non stop action from start to finish. Be prepared to have questions answered, jaw dropping news, fist pumping scenes and tearful goodbyes...just have a box of tissues ready. This was definitely the best of the three hands down. When Dianna continues the story of these unforgettable characters, I will be the first in line for it.

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941 reviews51 followers
August 25, 2012
Wow! Book three, The Demon Bride, is a seriously amazing follow up.
Dianna pushes her characters so much more and into territory yet to be explored in book three of The Witching Pen series. It is so much darker and sexier than book one and two, both which I loved and rated 5 frolicking fairies.

The Demon Bride predominantly follows Mary and Gwain. And boy oh boy, what a story they make. Their passion which was touched on in book two, The Sands of Time, reaches a phenomenal level, and their story and relationship is very cleverly interweaved into The Witching Pen story. Their journey is somewhat epic and life changing; it may even be my favourite out of the three so far.

What I equally enjoyed was the inclusion of the main characters who dominated the two previous books. They were not left behind in the least; rather, we were able to continue following their journeys and to see how life had progressed for them. There are some real shockers along the way!

If you’ve yet to discover the wonderful characters in this series or have yet to journey into a pretty amazing, passionate world of The Witching Pen, I highly recommend that you pick up a copy of book one, The Witching Pen, sooner rather than later.
Profile Image for Carly.
420 reviews
October 4, 2012
Well hot damn, Dianna Hardy really has outdone herself with this fabulous instalment in The Witching Pen novellas! I loved getting to know the seductively hot angel 'Gwain' a lot more in this book *swoon*, although I still don't think I have a proper read on him as he really is a dark, complex, multi-layered character who I just adore. As usual with these novellas there is so much going on and so many twists and turns that you really won't know what to expect next. The storyline is amazingly tense and had me on the edge of my seat throughout. It's safe to say that this is my favourite book out of the 3 and I think that was because this was so much darker than the others and also because we meet some new wickedly dark and dangerous characters that really will intrigue the reader.

Gwain is desperately searching for Mary after the shocking ending of The Sands of Time. Mary finds out all the shocking revelations of her past and what part she will need to play in the fast approaching apocalypse. While the search is on to find Mary, the others are rushing around trying to find the answers about how to destroy the dangerous Witching Pen, deciphering the translations of the prophecies and also rescuing Elena's mum from the Shanka demons. Can everyone pull together and do what needs to be done in order to save mankind? Well sacrifices will have to be made on everyone's part....

I adored the ending, it has been wrapped up nicely while still being left wide open and not forgetting the interesting opening for Dianna's new spin off novel 'The Last Dragon'! This really is a fantastic book that packs a big punch, I love the honesty, emotion and also the humour that will have you smiling throughout. If you haven't started this awesome trilogy yet then you are seriously missing out!!

5/5 Stars!

*Special thanks to Dianna for the review copy*

Carly :)
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Profile Image for Nancy (The Avid Reader).
3,076 reviews128 followers
September 12, 2012
The following review is my opinion and not a paid review. I was given a copy of The Demon Bride by the author Dianna Hardy for an honest review.

The Witching Pen (book one) and The Sands Of Time (book two) are both truly amazing books. But I think Dianna has really topped it off with The Demon Bride. With each book her writing just keeps getting better and better. The Demon Bride was off the chain as they say.

I loved all the characters Elena, Karl, Pueblo , Amy, Gwain and Mary. But I think Gwain and Mary were my favorite characters or couple. I love their relationship how one could feel what the other felt. The bond that they had was unlike anything I have read before.

When I finished The Sands Of Time (book two) I had all these questions about Mary. Like who is she, where did she come from, what is she? All of my questions was answered in The Demon Bride and then some. You know that saying watch what you ask for you just might get it? Well I certainly did with The Demon Bride.

You know when you think about demons you think that all demons are bad. They will hurt you and kill you. In The Demon Bride some will but not all. I loved the fact that some of the demons were good and some of the angles in the story were bad. Its like good versus evil, light and dark, yin and yang. There is good people on both sides.

I would love to read more about Gwain, Mary, Elena, Karl, Pueblo and Amy. They have a lot more to tell us. I really hope that Dianna will tell us more of their stories. The Demon Bride was out of this world. I don't see how their stories could get any better.

If you have not read The Witching Pen Novellas I suggest you pick up a copy of all three books today! You will not regret it in a million years.
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1,824 reviews1,506 followers
October 29, 2012
Story: GOOD
Intimacy Level: VERY SPICY/ VERY GOOD
Enjoyment: GOOD
Length: 4074 kindle

I haven't been this excited since The Witching Pen (The Witching Pen Novellas), the first book in the series. The first thing I would tell the reader, read both books, The Witching Pen (The Witching Pen Novellas) and The Sands Of Time (The Witching Pen Novellas) in the series before The Demon Bride. The experience will be worth it and you get to know and follow each character as things are revealed.

The author has all the main characters from the previous books assembled in The Demon Bride and that heighten the level of enjoyment for me. The storyline for each character was fun and enjoyable, however, it didn't take away from Mary and Gwain's storyline. Gwain for me was muy caliente and reading about him throughout the story and getting to know him better was just as exciting. It's hard to believe this is the same guy I read about in book one. The author picked up from The Sands Of Time (The Witching Pen Novellas) so that was a plus for me as everything picked up. Learning more about Mary was also exciting but very interesting as a lot of things are revealed and about her, who would have thought. But the journey of this series does have its twist and turns. The chemistry between Mary and Gwain will leave you wanting more, as well as the action and plot of the story.

As mentioned before, the secondary characters from the previous books, Karl, Elena, Pueblo and Amy were just enjoyable and added to an already stellar plot. As for the ending, it left room for more and I'm looking forward to see where it will be taken.


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Profile Image for Anne (Angel Anne Reviews) Nelson .
510 reviews24 followers
December 1, 2012
~~ Witches ~~ Demons ~~ Fae ~~ Angels ~~ Dragons ~~ Oh yay!!!!


I have been completely in love with “The Witching Pen Novellas,” and yes I have read then reviewed each one!! And I now have Omnibus which has all three combined into one book, it arrived in the mail the other day. The Demon Bride was as spectacular… although I think personally that it’s the best so far!!

Author Dianna Hardy has me coming back for more each time, then eagerly waiting for the next one to come out. After reading this one I had at that time just placed my pre-order for “The Witching Pen Novellas Omnibus”, and believe me it’s beautiful.

The Demon Bride will take you into a much sexier and darker area, one that you didn’t see in books 1 & 2, but this is a good thing believe me. All my favorite characters are in full swing as their lives and journeys continue: Karl, Elena, Pueblo, Amy, Gwain and Mary.

Star players are Gwain and Mary in The Demon Bride, my two most favorite, especially Mary. In Sands of Time (book #2) their connection/passion was just beginning to blossom! *fireworks*
A passion so intense, you will be completely enthralled with on so many levels. I say this because questions that were left unanswered, you will see answered. A destiny becomes clear, shocking discoveries unearthed, heart wrenching love, both lost and found, ultimate sacrifice and unbelievable consequences that will effect the entire universe from the choice (s) made by one.

Author Dianna Hardy has taken this series over the top in The Demon Bride, but don’t be sad, well ok a little sad as we wait for what’s to come in “The Last Dragon” which is set for release in early 2013. This one will be a full novel. *so excited*

The Witching Pen
The Sands of Time
The Demon Bride
Wilted (prequel)
The Witching Pen Novellas Omnibus
The Last Dragon (2013)

Recommend: 18+ and up
Rating: 5/5 angel stars

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869 reviews31 followers
September 15, 2012
Review 6******

I was given a copy of this book by the author in return for an honest review.

Ever since I read the first Witching Pen Novella, I have been totally hooked by this series!

Mary is an enigma. She does not know why she has terrible nightmares. When she finally finds out what and who she is, the answer is shocking. She is a fantastic character and I love her tenacity and her stubbornness.

Gwain is a fallen angel, who has been searching for his soul mate, and when he finds Mary and realises who she is, he swears not to let her go. He is also a fantastic character. He is distant and brooding, but he has a kind and loving heart that hides underneath his tough exterior.

I fell in love with all the characters. Each character has a story to tell and this story is no different. This novella follows Mary and Gwain, but it also has points of view from the other characters. This gives the story an all round visual of what's happening elsewhere. There are some loose ends tied up from the previous novels, but there are also some new threads that completely intrigued me. There are also a few twists that I didn't see coming. The end has a major twist that made me excited to read the next book! (Hurry up and publish it please Dianna!).

Dianna Hardy is fast becoming one of my favourite authors, and I will read anything she writes. There are some very HOT scenes in this book, so I do not recommend it for younger readers. However, if you are looking for an exciting read, I recommend this book and the series as a whole. - Lynn Worton (WaAR)
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186 reviews2 followers
October 12, 2012
I received this book from the Author for an honest review.

When you thought it couldn't get better, it does! What a mind blowing story that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat until it is done. End of time prophecies, blood-bonds, soul-bonds and a pen that can change it all, our team of unlikely heroes will come face to face with a very uncertain future, including one heck of a battle brewing both in Heaven and Hell. This story has sure packed a punch in the world of Paranormal Romance books! The Author has an amazing ability at story telling encompassing all aspects of Mythology, Legend and Theology all rolled into one! You will never look at an Angel or Demon the same way again!

Continuing where Sands of Time left off, The Demon Bride focuses on Mary's past and ultimately her creation. Kidnapped by Abaddon and brought to Hell, Mary finds out just what her life really means. Gwain, her savior, her angel, will fight Heaven and Hell to find her and return her to the Earth realm. But even he doesn't know what has caused this pull towards her that will have him risking Heaven's fury to find her. The unlikely group of friends Witches, Angels, and Demons alike, must all come together once more to unravel the mystery of the prophecies to help prevent them from coming true... with a bit of Fay and Dragon lore to spice it up, this story is a definite winner!

Highly recommend this story for anyone looking for Paranormal romance with a magical flare! I can't wait to see where the Author takes us next!
Profile Image for  Davis Jennifer.
325 reviews12 followers
December 16, 2012
I was given an e-copy in exchange for my honest review.

This is book 3 in the The Witching Pen Novellas. I have to say that this is my favorite and least favorite of the book. I loved the book, but I am a HUGE Gwaim and Mary fan, and let me just say that I am a little upset with a situation that happens in the end of the book. I can't tell you without giving anything away, but BOO! The ending, even though very upsetting to me, was still satisfying and leaves me waiting and wanting the first book in the spin off series. I guess least favorite is kinda harsh, let me say I am a little heart broken, but there is still a happy ending. And I can't hold that against the author, she can't help what fate holds for these characters. Now that I am over my heart break rant, let's talk about the book. In this installment, several answers are revealed, some that have had me on pins and needles for a while. The characters from the other books are in this one, with a few new ones. Oh, and then there are new prophecies that have surfaced...serious, they can't seem to keep the ending of the world from knocking on their doors. There are new deals and allies made, and new enemies as well. There are several, WOW, didn't see that coming events throughout the book. Seriously...I need the spin off series...ASAP!

Well worth the read!! Warning: Contains adult language and situations. Recommend for adults only!
Profile Image for Maggie Frank.
132 reviews15 followers
August 21, 2012
The 3rd installment of The Witching Pen series is raw, suspenseful, witty, heartbreaking, and erotic, with a vast history of angel and demon lore that is deeply layered and adds so much credibility to the characters and the challenges each of them face based on who (or what) they are. All three couples (Karl & Elena, Mary & Pueblo and Mary & Gwain) have beautifully crafted love stories that are complicated and supercharged with emotion.

I was blessed to receive this as an ARC and literally read it in one day cover to cover. I could not put it down (and was at work while reading it no less!) As Dianna Hardy readers and fans know, this series and the choices the characters make, are all leading up to an apocalypse and the “battle” scenes are truly blockbuster movie worthy.

Mary & Gwain's history and love for one another surpases any relationship that I can recall in the vast library of novels that I have enjoyed. They are my favorite couple throughout the Witching Pen series and I am still finding myself sneaking yet another peek at their scenes. I cannot wait to see what the future may hold for them in future novels.

It is an understatement that The Demon Bride surpassed all of my expectations! I cannot recommend the entire series enough!
Profile Image for Claire Taylor.
417 reviews13 followers
September 5, 2012
The third and final installment in the Witching Pen Novellas, an adult paranormal romance trilogy. The Last Dragon, a spin-off novel, is due out Autumn 2013.

As with the first two books, I just couldn't stop reading this one, truly addictive. All the main characters we've grown to love are still large parts of the storyline, but this time we mainly follow Mary and Gwain's story. There are some shocking twists and turns in store, all of which keep the reader gripped and at the edge of their seat.

The passion, love and emotions portrayed are in such detail that the reader feels everything, and occasionally leave you a little hot and flustered.

Dianna Hardy has done an excellent job in building a world where the characters all entwine, and perfectly balance each other.

I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
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Author 14 books210 followers
August 13, 2016
What an Excellent fun, sexy read.
If you have read (and I suggest you do read) The Witching Pen and Sands of Time and enjoyed them, then the Demon Bride is must read sequel. It begins pretty much where we left them all at the end of Sands of Time and throws the reader straight into the action.

This book mainly follows Mary and Gwain's relationship as they struggle to escape the depths of Hell and understand their place in the oncoming apocolypse. However we have plenty of involvment from the other characters which we have grown to love throughout the series.

The plot is well thought out and yes their is a fair amount of raunchy and rather explicit sex, but these books are so much more than an erotic series. They are age 17/18+ books, but they are paranormal fiction with a side helping of erotic romance. The story is what's important and it's the story that will make you read on.
Profile Image for Heather Alexander.
276 reviews26 followers
September 13, 2012
I was given this book in return for an honest review. Wow, I don't know where to start. Hopefully you have read the Witching Pen books. The whole crew is back. At the end of the last book Mary went through a portal into hell. Gwain goes after her. Pueblo and Amy are together, as are Karl and Elena. Paul/Etienne is a good guy now, Katarra the Queen of Brujii demons is still with them. They have to rescue Elena's mom, Gwain has to rescue Mary, the whole of them have to figure out which of the prophecy's is correct to try to avoid an apocolypse and most of them find out new information on themselves. This book has answers about each of the characters and some major suprises. Sacrifices are made for the sake of mankind and there is a cliffhanger ending that had me yelling NOOOOO, don't end it now. There better be another book because I'm dying to see where this goes. I loved it. WaAr
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614 reviews7 followers
August 3, 2014
Holy cow!!! I am running out of adjectives to praise this author, Ms. Hardy. Her excellency in writing great story is nonstop. I am so astonished on how she twisted the usual collective thoughts about God, Abbadon, the angels and fallens, demons, and otherworldlies. She fictionalizes the story so well that it seems so believable. It's amazing how she interlinks every character in this series to the prophecy. The cliffhanger has forced me to draw out this question..."Will they able to defy the apocalypse and prevent it from happening since they will be battling the minions from both Heaven and Hell?" I guess the question will be answered in the last installment. Kudos for the job well done again!
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235 reviews5 followers
August 31, 2012
I was given this book by the author in return for an honest review.

Holy hell and all that is life this book is an EXCELLENT episode in a seriously great series of books.
I honestly didn't think it would turn the way it did. This was exceptionally written and am glad that is was just as bit as good if not better than the first two books. This is a MUST READ for any paranormal reader. From heart ache to HOT sex to love and angry angel's this book has it all. SERIOUSLY CANNOT WAIT TIL THE FOURTH BOOK IS RELEASED NEXT YEAR!!!!
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1,297 reviews8 followers
September 7, 2012


I hated getting to the end of this book! It was exciting, it was quite sad in parts and it was definitely an emotional roller coaster! I'm really looking forward to The Last Dragon - it's only a shame that I'm going to have to wait so long!!
Profile Image for Maria Rodriguez.
33 reviews8 followers
September 11, 2012
The Demon Bride was amazing this series just gets better with every book read...I wasn't expecting the end and I love how the book includes all the characters not just Mary and Gwain...cannot wait for the next book
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23 reviews3 followers
November 1, 2012
I've just finished the book and I just can say WOW! It's awesome! My favourite of the three, i couldn't put it down untill i finished it.
The story captivated me from the beggining, i laughed, i cried..... Can't wait to know what will happen next.
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16 reviews1 follower
January 14, 2013
Loved loved loved it! Don't know what I'm going to do until The Last Dragon comes out and I can see what happens next
Profile Image for LISA MURRAY.
32 reviews
August 8, 2013
Feel like a part of me is missing now :( really enjoyed the book, kept looking at the progress bar thinking god I'm nearly at the end, what am I going to do!
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2,366 reviews47 followers
September 1, 2012
Where do I start with this book! First let me state this:
REVIEW OF AN ARC, I RECEIVED FROM THE PUBLISHER!
SPOILER WARNING ALERT FOR BOOKS 1 and 2! PLEASE BE AWARE.

Okay now that, that is out of the way. Let me start on my review of The Demon Bride.

It takes place right where book 2 The Sands of Time left off. This time this more of Mary's and Gwain's story. Though the other characters will play a part, you will read as to why Mary and Gwain are playing a huge role in this book.
Dianna has done it yet once again wrote a book that will you keep reading and not wanting to put it down. You want to flip every page to see what exactly is going to happen. Also there is sex and explicated language involved just so the young adults out there know. I love how she writes a brief guide to the Witching Pen World so you are not lost. Big thank you for that.
Now Mary on the last book was in jail and somehow a portal opened and she was taken. By who we never found out until now. That person being from hell. I will not give it away as I want you to be able to read the book and find out for yourself. Gwain left to go and find her since he has feelings for her and he is pretty much going crazy without her around.
Mary while being held in Hell, is having nightmares and is about to forego a transformation that she really had no clue about, and learns her name in the Old Tongue is Ymari. She also gets told who she really is and that story plays a big part in this whole book. After being held in hell for however long finally Gwain is there to save her, and he puts up a fight. Mary also finds out who was the first angel and that she was created! I know big shocker there right considering she just remembers being left on a doorstep with a necklace and has lived in foster care growing up.
With Gwain by her side Mary and him end up bonding and starting what everyone thinks is the apocalypse according to the prophecies. Will it ever occur? You will have to read this book to find out. The ending will leave you breathless and wanting more.
On to the other characters that are in the book, as we all know Pablo and Amy are finally reunited and she has some shocking news herself and big surprise that I never saw coming. Though I am a little upset with Pablo and his anger issues I think they really need to be worked out a bit. Pablo is going to try to get back what is rightfully his, and that is his tribe. On top of that he is visited by one of the fay who asks him "Do you Love her" and will you not abandon her." He knows he loves her and will never abandon her but he is confused as to why he is being asked this pretty much.
Amy on the other hand is struggling with her "real" feelings and those of Elizabeth (who if you read about in book 2 you will totally understand) they seem to be pulling her in two different directions. All of her memories are coming back. Amy is in love with Pablo but Elizabeth is in love with Paul also known as Etienne.
Not much is going on with Elena and Karl in this book as they really don't seem to play too much of a big part in this book.

If you have read the other books in this series than I know you will definitely want to read book 3 in this series. You are going to be wanting more of all these fabulous characters! I know I want more of Gwain and his sexy angel self, hell any angel that can make you feel like Mary feels then that is what I want lol.

The Demon Bride will be availble to buy on Amazon on August 31, 2012 so make sure you mark it on your calenders so you can go and pick yourself up a copy!
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May 4, 2015
Images of Jasmine hit her first--its creamy white petals, its overpowering scent--then everything else rushed in, and she let it, a deep ache pulsing within her that had everything and nothing to do with her desire. She saw acres of woodland and deep, dark forests; oceans that spanned eternity; mountains that guarded the balance of life and the secrets of death; stars that kept history alive from one generation to the next... She breathed it all in, something archaic inside her dancing for joy. Home... she was home. p. 301


So, let me start off by saying, HOLY HELL FUCK YES! I absolutely 100% thoroughly enjoy this fuckin' series! It's literally everything--down to the writing. (Okay, the writing's not stellar, but it's nothing to scoff at, either, and it has its shiny moments--like in the passage above.) Even if this were the last of it, I'd be totally satisfied with this series.

Because The Sands of Time was interesting, yeah, but it was super short and felt a little filler-y, but it introduced the biggest character of the series right next to Elena's plight: Mary has fallen into Hell. Not only that, but a whole fuckin' SLEW of AWESOME SHIT happens, and I gobbled it up in delicious mouthfuls.

I can't discuss much of the plot (not that I want to anyway, it's a treasure you'll have to discover on your own!) because so much of its amazingness rests on making the discoveries for oneself, but JUST KNOW: if you thought Karl and Elena were spot-on (still my favorite, those two), or that Pueblo and Amy were great, then you're gonna have to move them a little to the side because Mary and Gwain are pretty much the business. Period point blank.

There's simply no other way to put it. None.

I'm crossin' my fingers that The Last Dragon doesn't huff up everything that's come to pass in the past few installments, but from the looks of the epilogue it doesn't seem like Hardy's in danger of disappointing anyone.

I am SO FUCKIN STOKED right now. It's ridiculous.

Read this book. Read this book. Read this book.

That is all.
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88 reviews6 followers
March 23, 2014
This is a review of my own personal opinion. I bought the book online through Amazon Kindle Store and all of this is strictly my own thoughts. No spoilers

Category: Adult Paranormal Romance 18+
The Demon BrideDianna Hardy

After reading the first two installments of this novella I was up and ready for the third. Once finished I realized that thought I loved the storyline and was engaged in the life's of the multiple characters, I still could not give this a full five stars. So instead I opted for 4/5 for one main reason. It did not have to deal with the length which I am becoming accustomed to yet instead dealt with how in one specific section of the book I just became confused. Not just a little confused but one of those you have to reread several times to try and wrap your head around it kind of confused.
I love the characters and I believe that their romances are absolutely amazing. The storyline though now is very confusing and making one wonder how this all will end with the fourth addition. I just purchased that one as well and I am hoping that the author brings it all together in just the right way so that way I am not looking blankly at my kindle going, what happened. The steamy scenes in this book are great and numerous and definitely intriguing. So all readers beware that this is a slow read as in if you go to fast or occasionally skip a sentence or two you will lose a TON of information.
This is still a great series and I'm looking forward to the next and final installment. So until next time, thanks for reading.
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1,604 reviews19 followers
June 6, 2014
The Demon Bride was an amazing book. Mary has been sucked through a strange portal and Gwain took off after her without consulting with anyone. He senses that she is something more that what she seems and is shocked to discover who she really is.

We get to meet a lot of new big players in this one - Abbadon, Archangel Michael, and some of the mysterious fae themselves. As prophecies begin to unfold and new ones are brought to life, the entire world as we know it is in for quite the wake up call - and Mary and Gwain seem to be at the heart of it all. Their romance is an interesting one that has been unfolding for far longer than anyone realizes. Their history and future is one of the most romantic things I've ever seen. And at the end I wanted to scream, cry, and cheer for them.

We can't forget about Elena and Karl, and Amy and Pueblo though. They all have an important part in the story as well. Amy has been feeling out of sorts since she was returned, and the reasons why are exciting and a little disconcerting. Her part of the story plays almost as important a role as our main characters.

Karl and Elena are on a mission to save Elena's mother from the Shanka realm. This is a more minor part of the story, but triggers many of the other events. I loved how Dianna Hardy keeps all the players in active roles throughout each book. We never have to really say good-bye to them at the end. There is a spin-off that is more of an urban fantasy that I just started, and I'm hoping that it can live up to the standard this book just set.

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23 reviews
November 22, 2012
I really liked all the three books in the Witching Pen Novels, they get me hooked and I want more! Now i have to wait until next year for the next book.

The story develops at the edge of the apocalypse, with Gawin and Mary, a fallen angel and a "normal" human. Mary is on the jail when suddenly Abaddon abducts her and Gawin go to her rescue. As the story takes its form you will discover that Gawin and Mary have a love like no other, they seem as one.

Amy is still struggling between her two "lovers", her former love, Paul, and, Pueblo, her new demon love. She discovers that she is pregnant and having a new form of baby.

As for Elena and Karl. She goes with her mission of rescuing her mom from the Shanka dimension. Karl is supportive in this mission. Gawin tells Karl that he have a very important roll in the apocalypse.

I really liked the story, has the perfect amount of love, action and suspense!
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188 reviews5 followers
September 4, 2012
this is the 3rd book and it gets better with each book that is written.
I was lucky enough to have a copy of it to read and review

The book is sort of two stories running together where you have Gwain hunting for Mary and you will love that, along with devil

The second story is how the rest of them plan to rescue Elena mum, Amy and Pueblo get closer together.

You meet Archangel Michael (micky)I loved that bit.

There is hot sex in the book with Amy and Pueblo, Karl and Elena, Gwain and Mary,

The is for any age, with fairies, demons, Satan, angels, vampires, and a load of other tribes,

I cant wait for the next book to come out as i would love to know what happens to everyone
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408 reviews23 followers
November 11, 2013
Just like the previous 2 novellas I loved it but wish it was longer. I adore Mary and Gwain their story is lovery but at the same time heart breaking. The Amy, Pueblo and Paul baby fiasco is the only thing in this book that I didn't really like. It is is confusing me now as it is obviously biologically impossible.
Now I'm straight on to the last dragon
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