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The Bellum Sisters #2
Bonds of Fire
Three Fates. Three Sisters.
Hotheaded succubus Willow Bellum doesn’t take kindly to being given to the Alpha of the shapeshifters. When the will from her dead father puts Willow under the Alpha’s protection, she runs. Yet no matter how hard or fast she runs, he always seems to catch her. And with each stolen moment together, Willow finds herself relenting to his quick smile and passionate kisses more and more.
When the Alpha finally captures his feisty succubus, he proceeds with a full-on seduction meant to weaken her defenses. Alpha Lyonis Keelan hasn’t made his way to position of Alpha lightly and Willow’s defiance to his touch only makes him more determined to win her. Because whether she wants it or not, Willow is his mate and he plans to keep her no matter what.
As their love struggles to take hold, an ancient demon stalks Willow. Unable to rest until it sees her dead, Willow and Lyonis must stand together or risk losing everything.
Hotheaded succubus Willow Bellum doesn’t take kindly to being given to the Alpha of the shapeshifters. When the will from her dead father puts Willow under the Alpha’s protection, she runs. Yet no matter how hard or fast she runs, he always seems to catch her. And with each stolen moment together, Willow finds herself relenting to his quick smile and passionate kisses more and more.
When the Alpha finally captures his feisty succubus, he proceeds with a full-on seduction meant to weaken her defenses. Alpha Lyonis Keelan hasn’t made his way to position of Alpha lightly and Willow’s defiance to his touch only makes him more determined to win her. Because whether she wants it or not, Willow is his mate and he plans to keep her no matter what.
As their love struggles to take hold, an ancient demon stalks Willow. Unable to rest until it sees her dead, Willow and Lyonis must stand together or risk losing everything.
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T.A. Grey
35 books1,175 followersUSA TODAY Bestselling Author T. A. GREY loves to write sexy, pulse-pounding romances that will keep you up late at night.
If you're a fan of adventurous paranormal romance novels, then you'll love her Bellum Sisters series. This isn't your typical romance story, so be prepared for a kick of heat and tons of action featuring some spunky, spell-casting succubi sisters who are given to one unique man: the vampire commander, the alpha shapeshifter, the demon warlord, and the cursed demon king. The Bellum Sisters series is a USA TODAY Bestselling series and has received superb reviews from paranormal bloggers, readers and Night Owl Romance.
If you enjoy shorter page-turners with intense eroticism, wry humor and plenty of drama, then check out her 6-book Kategan Alphas series filled with hunky lykaens who find their true mates. Then continue the journey in the same universe with her beauty-and-the-beast themed romance "The Loneliest Alpha," a USA TODAY recommended read.
For a darker, erotic paranormal world rife with twisted political machinations, jealous exes, and erotic blood bonds, check out her addicting Untouchables Series where the Blackmoore men may rule the world but not the women in their lives.
If you're a fan of adventurous paranormal romance novels, then you'll love her Bellum Sisters series. This isn't your typical romance story, so be prepared for a kick of heat and tons of action featuring some spunky, spell-casting succubi sisters who are given to one unique man: the vampire commander, the alpha shapeshifter, the demon warlord, and the cursed demon king. The Bellum Sisters series is a USA TODAY Bestselling series and has received superb reviews from paranormal bloggers, readers and Night Owl Romance.
If you enjoy shorter page-turners with intense eroticism, wry humor and plenty of drama, then check out her 6-book Kategan Alphas series filled with hunky lykaens who find their true mates. Then continue the journey in the same universe with her beauty-and-the-beast themed romance "The Loneliest Alpha," a USA TODAY recommended read.
For a darker, erotic paranormal world rife with twisted political machinations, jealous exes, and erotic blood bonds, check out her addicting Untouchables Series where the Blackmoore men may rule the world but not the women in their lives.
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October 13, 2014
Chloe, Willow and Lily's father has passed at the ripe old age of 1200. He has raised them to be strong and independent. But his Will blows that out of the water when he leaves each of his daughters to one of three very powerful men.
Alpha Lyonis Keelan
Lyonis is the Alpha of ALL shape shifters and he is fine as hell!!! He has been named the Protector and Mate to Willow in her father's will. Surprise!!! I left you my daughter, who is a succubus, is about to turn 29, and about to reach her sexual maturity. Lyonis falls for Willow at first sight, but the chase is on because Willow refuses to belong to any man!!!
Willow Bellum
Willow is on the run. She is being chased by a Fines Ass shapeshifter with lust in his eyes. To make matters worst, she has just turned 29 and her hormones refused to be ignored. She is a Succubus after all. Willow is proud, athletic and VERY stubborn. How dare her father leave her to this gorgeous stranger!! She also has a skeleton in her closet that has her afraid to submit to any man let alone the Alpha of all alphas.
But every time Lyonis seduces Willow, she becomes more determined to run. Until Lyonis is able to prove to her that being an Alpha does not mean he's a Dick. He is patient, very affectionate, and Willow is the mate he has been waiting for.
This was an action packed adventure with two smaller love stories involving the secondary characters, which I LOVED!!! They are so vibrant and rich!!
You must read this series in order, as this one picks up right where book one ended.
Damn I couldn't put this book down!!!
Chains of Frost (The Bellum Sisters, #1)
Ties That Bind (The Bellum Sisters, #3)
Alpha Lyonis Keelan
Lyonis is the Alpha of ALL shape shifters and he is fine as hell!!! He has been named the Protector and Mate to Willow in her father's will. Surprise!!! I left you my daughter, who is a succubus, is about to turn 29, and about to reach her sexual maturity. Lyonis falls for Willow at first sight, but the chase is on because Willow refuses to belong to any man!!!
Willow Bellum
Willow is on the run. She is being chased by a Fines Ass shapeshifter with lust in his eyes. To make matters worst, she has just turned 29 and her hormones refused to be ignored. She is a Succubus after all. Willow is proud, athletic and VERY stubborn. How dare her father leave her to this gorgeous stranger!! She also has a skeleton in her closet that has her afraid to submit to any man let alone the Alpha of all alphas.
But every time Lyonis seduces Willow, she becomes more determined to run. Until Lyonis is able to prove to her that being an Alpha does not mean he's a Dick. He is patient, very affectionate, and Willow is the mate he has been waiting for.
This was an action packed adventure with two smaller love stories involving the secondary characters, which I LOVED!!! They are so vibrant and rich!!
You must read this series in order, as this one picks up right where book one ended.
Damn I couldn't put this book down!!!
Chains of Frost (The Bellum Sisters, #1)
Ties That Bind (The Bellum Sisters, #3)
January 23, 2014
4 stars
After the death of their father, Chloe, Willow and Lily all receive his final gift; the names of their Protectors, the succubus’ chosen male, who would care for their every need. On the 29th birthday of a Succubus, they reach their sexual maturity and trade food & water for sexual acts, making it the only way to survive and as a Protector; they are bound to feed the need of their Succubus.
Only the three sisters were raised to be independent women, completely outside the normal Succubus standards and don’t react well to the news of having to turn to a man whom they never met for something so intimate. In order to put off the claiming, they conjured up a spell to keep their Protectors from ever finding them, but what they didn’t know was that the sacred grounds they were on and the ancient language they chanted was actually a spell to release a powerful Demon Karr from the rift below.
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Bonds of Fire is Willow’s book, being the second eldest daughter and the second to chant the casting spell; she is who the next Demon is after. Willow is a hardheaded-independent-woman who would rather cut off her own arm than be with a dominant man again. Unluckily for Willow, her Alpha loves a good chase and will stop at nothing to get her beneath him where she belongs.
Lyonis, Alpha of the Shapeshifters, can’t believe his luck, when he first received word that he was appointed Protector of Frank Bellum’s daughter he was hesitant, but as soon as he saw her he knew without a doubt that not only would he be her Protector but also her mate.
Willow and Lyonis don’t really know each other, their relationship if you can call it that, has been purely physical, but now that they are on his territory, she begins to understand the kind of man he is. Willow finds herself being held “prisoner” in Lyonis’ pack territory, with no way to escape, her sisters are useless against her attempts and pacify her that all will work out. They don’t understand why she can’t be with him, but as she begins to realize what it really means to be a mate, she isn’t so sure she can live with herself to leave.
The Demon that her sister Chloe defeated, apparently made some plans before he saw his fate, and part of it was unleashing another Demon powerful enough to bring him back from the dead. The Demon will use any method to kill Willow and offer her up as a sacrifice, even if it means using the pack against her. Willow finds herself surrounded by thoughts of becoming a mate, the Demon who wants her dead and a surprise package, it’s all too much too soon. Lyonis is over the moon, but will his dominant nature prove to be too much for Willow and push her away, or will he finally show her what it means to be his submissive?
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b>Bonds of Fire is the second book in the Bellum Sisters series; it was different than Chains of Frost because in this, he have the Hero is the one actively seeking out and trying to convince the heroine. Willow is quick to lose her cool; she is too independent to ask for anyone's help, not wanting to look weak. I don't know how many times I yelled at the book, for her to just tell Lyonis about her past just so that he can understand her better. Lyonis is everything an Alpha should be, he is strong and protective, kind and gentle and won’t stop at nothing to get what he wants. Willow was so scared of the way he was making her feel, but he was so patient with her, easing her into their relationship, letting nature take its course.
In this Lily continues to taunt her Protector and we visit back with Chloe and Tyrian, we also have two smaller stories intertwined; the first about Thane and Jackie, the two alpha members who share a role in the pack. Their two dominant personalities make things intense every time they get in a room.
and the second story is about Draven and Lucinda, the half breed vampire-demon warrior and his new frimar.
Their stories didn’t take away from Willow and Lyonis’, it only added to the overall series, understanding more about their world and their kind. Their stories were far less complicated but no less exciting.
The Sisters of Bellum is a perfect read for anyone who loves a good paranormal book, with Vampires, Shape-shifters, Demons, Succubus’ and Witches, it had a little bit of everything. I am writing this review, after I completed the entire series; I couldn’t or rather didn’t want to stop reading. The author takes the time to explain her world and allow you to live in it, making you believe that in a world like today they are all living amongst us.
*Thanks Sammy :)*
"I command that on the day of your 29th birthday in this year of 2011 you will be in the Protection of Alpha Lyonis Keelan, Alpha of the Shapeshifters, to be protected by, to facilitate a relationship with, and to mate and breed with. "
After the death of their father, Chloe, Willow and Lily all receive his final gift; the names of their Protectors, the succubus’ chosen male, who would care for their every need. On the 29th birthday of a Succubus, they reach their sexual maturity and trade food & water for sexual acts, making it the only way to survive and as a Protector; they are bound to feed the need of their Succubus.
Only the three sisters were raised to be independent women, completely outside the normal Succubus standards and don’t react well to the news of having to turn to a man whom they never met for something so intimate. In order to put off the claiming, they conjured up a spell to keep their Protectors from ever finding them, but what they didn’t know was that the sacred grounds they were on and the ancient language they chanted was actually a spell to release a powerful Demon Karr from the rift below.
________________________________________
Bonds of Fire is Willow’s book, being the second eldest daughter and the second to chant the casting spell; she is who the next Demon is after. Willow is a hardheaded-independent-woman who would rather cut off her own arm than be with a dominant man again. Unluckily for Willow, her Alpha loves a good chase and will stop at nothing to get her beneath him where she belongs.
She couldn’t live the submissive lifestyle he required. She’d already tried it with David. Not no, but hell no. She learned her lesson in pain and humiliation already.
Lyonis, Alpha of the Shapeshifters, can’t believe his luck, when he first received word that he was appointed Protector of Frank Bellum’s daughter he was hesitant, but as soon as he saw her he knew without a doubt that not only would he be her Protector but also her mate.
"See a male spends his life searching for the right mate, his one. When he finds her, he knows in an instant. It brands us in our soul with your scent, your look, your taste, your touch. You could go to the end of the world and I’d still find you.”
Willow and Lyonis don’t really know each other, their relationship if you can call it that, has been purely physical, but now that they are on his territory, she begins to understand the kind of man he is. Willow finds herself being held “prisoner” in Lyonis’ pack territory, with no way to escape, her sisters are useless against her attempts and pacify her that all will work out. They don’t understand why she can’t be with him, but as she begins to realize what it really means to be a mate, she isn’t so sure she can live with herself to leave.
“That power comes from trust and love. The submissive is the sole focus of the dominant’s eyes and touch . You would be treated as a Goddess, my touch given only to give you as much pleasure as possible.”
The Demon that her sister Chloe defeated, apparently made some plans before he saw his fate, and part of it was unleashing another Demon powerful enough to bring him back from the dead. The Demon will use any method to kill Willow and offer her up as a sacrifice, even if it means using the pack against her. Willow finds herself surrounded by thoughts of becoming a mate, the Demon who wants her dead and a surprise package, it’s all too much too soon. Lyonis is over the moon, but will his dominant nature prove to be too much for Willow and push her away, or will he finally show her what it means to be his submissive?
________________________________________
b>Bonds of Fire is the second book in the Bellum Sisters series; it was different than Chains of Frost because in this, he have the Hero is the one actively seeking out and trying to convince the heroine. Willow is quick to lose her cool; she is too independent to ask for anyone's help, not wanting to look weak. I don't know how many times I yelled at the book, for her to just tell Lyonis about her past just so that he can understand her better. Lyonis is everything an Alpha should be, he is strong and protective, kind and gentle and won’t stop at nothing to get what he wants. Willow was so scared of the way he was making her feel, but he was so patient with her, easing her into their relationship, letting nature take its course.
In this Lily continues to taunt her Protector and we visit back with Chloe and Tyrian, we also have two smaller stories intertwined; the first about Thane and Jackie, the two alpha members who share a role in the pack. Their two dominant personalities make things intense every time they get in a room.
“Remember what you almost had when you think about me. All you have to do is come to me, Jacquelyn. Come to me and say yes and I’ll give you the world.”
and the second story is about Draven and Lucinda, the half breed vampire-demon warrior and his new frimar.
“It’s not a matter of where I want to go, Draven, so much as who I want to be with.”
Their stories didn’t take away from Willow and Lyonis’, it only added to the overall series, understanding more about their world and their kind. Their stories were far less complicated but no less exciting.
The Sisters of Bellum is a perfect read for anyone who loves a good paranormal book, with Vampires, Shape-shifters, Demons, Succubus’ and Witches, it had a little bit of everything. I am writing this review, after I completed the entire series; I couldn’t or rather didn’t want to stop reading. The author takes the time to explain her world and allow you to live in it, making you believe that in a world like today they are all living amongst us.
*Thanks Sammy :)*
February 7, 2019
This was two simultaneous stories in one and both couples tanked for me.
Willow and Lyonis
I thought I would sympathize with Willow. It’s got to be a shock to find out that you are a succubus and that your father has basically handed you off to some cocky stranger all without a single input for you. I’d be pissed too. But I couldn’t feel bad for such a stubborn (to the point of stupidity) person that is Willow. She was constantly making dumb life threatening choices, not only endangering her life but a lot of innocent bystanders too.
I didn’t understand what Lyonis saw in her, tbh. He tried to make the best of a bad situation but she pushed him away at every turn. She was selfish, weak and immature. I felt like her reason for pushing Lyonis away was a cheap cop out and didn’t justify her determination to ignore all the positive signs of what a good guy Lyonis was. She was deaf and blind when it came to him, no matter the proof slapping her in the face and that got tiresome to read. I honestly wanted Lyonis to move on and for a change, have her chase and grovel after him.
The angst was so low because I couldn’t care less about her pathetic reasons for pushing him away. The fact that she uses him and manipulates him so coldly for her own ends was not cool and pretty much but the last nail in the coffin.
Jackie and Thane
From my first glimpse of Jackie and Thane, these two seemed much more interesting to read about. I actually liked that they had a love/hate relationship. They were snarky, they were sarcastic and I felt the tension more intense between them.
Jackie came off like a total bad ass. She was strong – being a top soldier for their pack – she held her own against Thane and I thought, “Finally! a bad ass chick who will not submit so easily to her fated mate.”
I feel duped . . .
I actually only continued reading this book because of Jackie. I knew I wasn’t going to be completely 100% happy with her story. Thane is after all a disgusting manwhore and Jackie knows this and resents it as much as I did when I read about it. I was curious to see how the author would resolve the issue of his past and Jackie’s feelings about.
Instead of having a period where Thane goes out of his way (and I mean above and beyond) to prove his worth to his mate, we get Jackie – strong, bad ass Jackie – roll over for a few heated kisses and heavy petting. She freakin caves to the guy. And the worst part? She somehow figures his man whore ways were her fault! She actually ends up apologizing for his stupid assumptions. *face palm*
Are you kidding me? He “thought” she would reject him so instead of being the big bad alpha guy he claims to be, he tucked tail and run? Never once trying to simply talk to her? Instead he decides to ignore her, and sleep with every other woman in reach, all while she watches from the sidelines? I hate that excuse for being a complete douche. Biggest pet peeve right there! Not only does Jackie see this, but she never gets a hint that he even liked her. And he went out of his way to antagonize her and got a kick over her seeing him with all these other women.
Why would the author let Jackie twist this crappy logic around and somehow come to the conclusion that she should have known and that because she didn’t roll over as fast as all the other women, she had to apologize to him? For his shitty behavior???
I am so disappointed. confused. Angry.
So. Done. With. This. B.S.
And the clincher?!?! Jackie is a freakin virgin! Arghhhh! I’m too tired to find a gif of a growling beast, but use your imagination. It’s happening!!!
I can’t even with this and I’m pissed at myself for not just chucking this into the Delete ASAP collection of my kindle. Not sure I’ll ever be able to forget this crap-fest and this author is probably going into the avoid-at-all-costs pile.
Would I recommend? In all honesty, I wouldnt recommend it. Lyonis was passable but a bit too beta when it came to Willow. Loved Jackie until she morphed into a simpering ninny. Overall I’d pass on this one.
SAFETY INFO:
Willow and Lyonis
I thought I would sympathize with Willow. It’s got to be a shock to find out that you are a succubus and that your father has basically handed you off to some cocky stranger all without a single input for you. I’d be pissed too. But I couldn’t feel bad for such a stubborn (to the point of stupidity) person that is Willow. She was constantly making dumb life threatening choices, not only endangering her life but a lot of innocent bystanders too.
I didn’t understand what Lyonis saw in her, tbh. He tried to make the best of a bad situation but she pushed him away at every turn. She was selfish, weak and immature. I felt like her reason for pushing Lyonis away was a cheap cop out and didn’t justify her determination to ignore all the positive signs of what a good guy Lyonis was. She was deaf and blind when it came to him, no matter the proof slapping her in the face and that got tiresome to read. I honestly wanted Lyonis to move on and for a change, have her chase and grovel after him.
The angst was so low because I couldn’t care less about her pathetic reasons for pushing him away. The fact that she uses him and manipulates him so coldly for her own ends was not cool and pretty much but the last nail in the coffin.
Jackie and Thane
From my first glimpse of Jackie and Thane, these two seemed much more interesting to read about. I actually liked that they had a love/hate relationship. They were snarky, they were sarcastic and I felt the tension more intense between them.
Jackie came off like a total bad ass. She was strong – being a top soldier for their pack – she held her own against Thane and I thought, “Finally! a bad ass chick who will not submit so easily to her fated mate.”
I feel duped . . .
I actually only continued reading this book because of Jackie. I knew I wasn’t going to be completely 100% happy with her story. Thane is after all a disgusting manwhore and Jackie knows this and resents it as much as I did when I read about it. I was curious to see how the author would resolve the issue of his past and Jackie’s feelings about.
“I can never be with you.” She hoped he didn’t hear the hoarseness in her voice or the sadness. He pressed his lips to hers once.
“Why?”
She swallowed over the lump in her throat. “Because I could never go out into town and see the faces of all the women you’ve been with and be okay with that. I can’t . . . I’m not like that. I can’t do it.”
Instead of having a period where Thane goes out of his way (and I mean above and beyond) to prove his worth to his mate, we get Jackie – strong, bad ass Jackie – roll over for a few heated kisses and heavy petting. She freakin caves to the guy. And the worst part? She somehow figures his man whore ways were her fault! She actually ends up apologizing for his stupid assumptions. *face palm*
“Strong, confident Jackie. She’d laugh at me if I asked her out. She’d shun me with her eyes before the ‘no’ ever formed on her pretty little lips."
Jackie’s heart took a staggering step in her chest. He’d been interested in her this whole time? Her stubbornness was the reason he never . . . ? She quickly tried to deny it, but she couldn’t form the words. They stopped in her throat and a horrible feeling came over her like a dark cloud. He was right.
Are you kidding me? He “thought” she would reject him so instead of being the big bad alpha guy he claims to be, he tucked tail and run? Never once trying to simply talk to her? Instead he decides to ignore her, and sleep with every other woman in reach, all while she watches from the sidelines? I hate that excuse for being a complete douche. Biggest pet peeve right there! Not only does Jackie see this, but she never gets a hint that he even liked her. And he went out of his way to antagonize her and got a kick over her seeing him with all these other women.
Why would the author let Jackie twist this crappy logic around and somehow come to the conclusion that she should have known and that because she didn’t roll over as fast as all the other women, she had to apologize to him? For his shitty behavior???
“I accept you,” she said. His roaming hands stilled against her. His mouth lifted from her breast; he watched her with a mask of disbelief.
“You do?” he said in disbelief.
She nodded and rushed on before she lost all her courage. “You were right. I was always so scared but . . . I don’t want to be that person anymore, running, hiding from what she wants.”
Unease flashed across his face. “Even if that means seeing faces of women I . . . ” He stopped, unable to finish the sentence.
Jackie’s heart seized up at the reminder, but then she relaxed. He was in her home; she was in his arms, and he was her mate. No one could break that bond. “Even if,” she said with a small smile. “For someone who prides herself on being strong, I’ve been such a coward.”
I am so
So. Done. With. This. B.S.
And the clincher?!?! Jackie is a freakin virgin! Arghhhh! I’m too tired to find a gif of a growling beast, but use your imagination. It’s happening!!!
I can’t even with this and I’m pissed at myself for not just chucking this into the Delete ASAP collection of my kindle. Not sure I’ll ever be able to forget this crap-fest and this author is probably going into the avoid-at-all-costs pile.
Would I recommend? In all honesty, I wouldnt recommend it. Lyonis was passable but a bit too beta when it came to Willow. Loved Jackie until she morphed into a simpering ninny. Overall I’d pass on this one.
SAFETY INFO:
August 31, 2014
A romance about a shifter and a succubus, in this world succubi have no powers at all, need a savior, and need regular sex.
I love succubi, but um, this ain't them, more like useless plot device slut girl. Not impressed with this take on them, and Willow was totally useless.
I love succubi, but um, this ain't them, more like useless plot device slut girl. Not impressed with this take on them, and Willow was totally useless.
September 27, 2013
I loved it and I hated it. On the one hand, I loved the entire book because let's face it its just a wonderful read. Willow got on my nerves. She took hotheadedness and being headstrong to an entirely new and utterly ridiculous level. I'm told by my friends that that's just because she and I are just alike, which is fine by me honestly, I'd rather hate reading about a character just like myself than love it too much and feel self-absorbed lol. Anyway, as I was saying, while I didn't really care for the main character, the rest of the book is fabulous. I loved reading about how Chloe and Tyrian were doing, watching Draven and Lucinda's story unfold, seeing more of Telal and Lilly (I just know those two will be my favorite), and even though I didn't much care for Willow I loved Lyonis!
REVISION
Upon re-reading this book, I decided on one more good quality that I'm shocked and appalled at myself for not mentioning originally. Thane and Jackie. Their relationship, I am convinced, is how Lyonis and Willow's should have been. Jackie was just as reticent...ok not really reticent, but definitely not open, to Thane's advances once they began. And while like Willow her reasons were hidden you got that here was an acceptable reason behind it other than 'he's a man, I don't need no man'. Which given that Willow is a succubus was just....well.....kind of silly. You live off sex. A willing, and sexy man who's bound by magical contract to take care of you and make sure to *ahem* "feed" you for the rest of your life, just seems stupid to run from with little to no explanation. So, while the dynamic of Jackie running from Thane was identical to Willow running from Lyonis, it is far more understandable and touching in the end. Anyway...yeah..a-bahdee a-bahdee th-th-th-that's all folks!
REVISION
Upon re-reading this book, I decided on one more good quality that I'm shocked and appalled at myself for not mentioning originally. Thane and Jackie. Their relationship, I am convinced, is how Lyonis and Willow's should have been. Jackie was just as reticent...ok not really reticent, but definitely not open, to Thane's advances once they began. And while like Willow her reasons were hidden you got that here was an acceptable reason behind it other than 'he's a man, I don't need no man'. Which given that Willow is a succubus was just....well.....kind of silly. You live off sex. A willing, and sexy man who's bound by magical contract to take care of you and make sure to *ahem* "feed" you for the rest of your life, just seems stupid to run from with little to no explanation. So, while the dynamic of Jackie running from Thane was identical to Willow running from Lyonis, it is far more understandable and touching in the end. Anyway...yeah..a-bahdee a-bahdee th-th-th-that's all folks!
October 27, 2018
The amount of typos in his book is insane. Willow is dumb. There are a bunch of random storylines within the book. And as I said before, but must emphasize, Willow is amazingly, stupendously dumb. She's not likeable at all.
May 10, 2013
Willow...Willow...Willow!
So, as you know, I impulsively purchased this one after Chloe's story. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED.
This book is fantastic. Good kink, character building, and multiple plot lines going at once - but not in a confusing way. The plot lines are easy to follow - I never had to backtrack, thinking I missed something. I am surprised by how much I took to The Bellum sisters and their shenanigans!
To be honest, Willow and I are exact opposites, which made her a hard character to fall in love with. She's ridiculously stubborn and makes her own way - refusing to admit signs and feelings that are staring her in the face. With all that said, I was surprised to discover that I DID grow to love her! Something about the slight changes, that you don't even notice while reading, make you see her in a different way.
I have an alpha complex. I like dominant, strong men. Lyonis would surely tickle MY fancy...which is probably why some of Willow's character qualities made me crazy...but in a good way! I would yell at my kindle "COME ONNNNNN!!!!".. You learn that Lyonis is actually NOT the domineering tyrant that Willow had assumed he was because of his Alpha status.
Succubi, Shapeshifters, Demons and Vampires OH MY!
Another hit from T.A.Grey. AGAIN I found myself frantically running to amazon.com to purchase Lily's story.
I can't wait for future adventures from T.A.!!
So, as you know, I impulsively purchased this one after Chloe's story. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED.
This book is fantastic. Good kink, character building, and multiple plot lines going at once - but not in a confusing way. The plot lines are easy to follow - I never had to backtrack, thinking I missed something. I am surprised by how much I took to The Bellum sisters and their shenanigans!
To be honest, Willow and I are exact opposites, which made her a hard character to fall in love with. She's ridiculously stubborn and makes her own way - refusing to admit signs and feelings that are staring her in the face. With all that said, I was surprised to discover that I DID grow to love her! Something about the slight changes, that you don't even notice while reading, make you see her in a different way.
I have an alpha complex. I like dominant, strong men. Lyonis would surely tickle MY fancy...which is probably why some of Willow's character qualities made me crazy...but in a good way! I would yell at my kindle "COME ONNNNNN!!!!".. You learn that Lyonis is actually NOT the domineering tyrant that Willow had assumed he was because of his Alpha status.
Succubi, Shapeshifters, Demons and Vampires OH MY!
Another hit from T.A.Grey. AGAIN I found myself frantically running to amazon.com to purchase Lily's story.
I can't wait for future adventures from T.A.!!
October 29, 2018
So incredibly bad... Basically, the gist is Willow is a succubus and has to have sex of some kind daily, which means the dude she's been "bequeathed" to stalks her mercilessly, rapes her repeatedly (odd take on doms & subs), and her weird affliction means she can't even say no. Of course by the end, she's not complaining. Crap excuse for a fuck book, IMHO.
As if all this wasn't repulsive enough, there's obviously no editor on board to help the "writer" look like she has any command of the English language or its rules for spelling, homonyms, or fucking punctuation. Pathetic.
As if all this wasn't repulsive enough, there's obviously no editor on board to help the "writer" look like she has any command of the English language or its rules for spelling, homonyms, or fucking punctuation. Pathetic.
April 14, 2013
I really wanted to love this book, I like the premise of this series a lot and I think it has a ton of potential! However, I just couldn't connect with the heroine, Willow unfortunately. I found her to be super annoying and wishy-washy and sometimes just downright mean. The hero, Lyonis, was fantastic though and I was disappointed that Willow treated him so bad for so long. I didn't get the purpose of that at all.
Also, there are so many sub-plot romances going on (3 different ones all together) and I felt that it really detracted from the main character’s story. This was the same in the first book too. I don't really see the point in the other storylines, it does add some depth I guess, but I hated one couple and almost liked the other more than Lyonis and Willow.
I am still keeping hope alive for the 3rd book though, Ties that Bind! But if it goes down the same road as the first 2 books, I’ll have to throw in the towel :(
Also, there are so many sub-plot romances going on (3 different ones all together) and I felt that it really detracted from the main character’s story. This was the same in the first book too. I don't really see the point in the other storylines, it does add some depth I guess, but I hated one couple and almost liked the other more than Lyonis and Willow.
I am still keeping hope alive for the 3rd book though, Ties that Bind! But if it goes down the same road as the first 2 books, I’ll have to throw in the towel :(
June 3, 2012
Warning: Paranormal erotica
I really enjoyed this one every more than the first one. I love Willow's character, and I think that Lyonis compliments her well. The author is clearly learning that she actually has writing talent and it shows in this story.
This story has a solid plot, and she's deft at switching between characters. Jackie and Thane are fun to watch, and Lucinda is a great unfolding character. The (very descriptive) erotic scenes have started to serve a purpose to the story, and more than anything Ms. Grey has made huge strides with that. I found myself anxiously awaiting Lily's story.
I really enjoyed this one every more than the first one. I love Willow's character, and I think that Lyonis compliments her well. The author is clearly learning that she actually has writing talent and it shows in this story.
This story has a solid plot, and she's deft at switching between characters. Jackie and Thane are fun to watch, and Lucinda is a great unfolding character. The (very descriptive) erotic scenes have started to serve a purpose to the story, and more than anything Ms. Grey has made huge strides with that. I found myself anxiously awaiting Lily's story.
July 29, 2013
I loved the first book so much I had to go and buy the second one and start reading it right away!! T. A. Grey really knows how to bring the characters to life and draw the reader into the book. I have the next book downloaded and ready to go because the series is that GREAT!!!! I highly highly recommend The Bellum Sisters!!!!
June 28, 2013
Love the Bellum Sisters! <3 Downloading Ties That Bind: The Bellum Sisters #3 right now...where can i find me one of these sexy and romantic paranormals? ...ok, ok, ok, just a romantic would be nice, human will do ;-)
July 19, 2013
Just as awesome as the first book! Once again loved the characters and plot, I fell in love with Lyonis or however you spell his name. NEED TO READ THESE BOOKS! THEY ARE AWESOME!
January 18, 2023
I did a reread as I honestly couldn't remember anything, and I'm not changing my rating. This book would benefit from a good round of editing, and I honestly really disliked both main characters.
September 30, 2017
“Bonds of Fire” is mainly the story of Lyonis and Willow, but also of many others.
Continuing after the last book, we have
- the second of the succubi Bellum sisters Willow “unwillingly” getting mated to Lyonis who relentlessly pursues her
- A surprise new love between shifter partners Jackie and Thane from their pack
- An update on both Tyrian/Chloe as well as Telal/ Lily
- Draven finally accepting his fremar Lucinda after a LOT of reluctance
- A lot of demon chasing, hot sex, mild angst and drama
Overall a good read.
Really excited for Lily’s book!
Safe for main couple
3/5
Continuing after the last book, we have
- the second of the succubi Bellum sisters Willow “unwillingly” getting mated to Lyonis who relentlessly pursues her
- A surprise new love between shifter partners Jackie and Thane from their pack
- An update on both Tyrian/Chloe as well as Telal/ Lily
- Draven finally accepting his fremar Lucinda after a LOT of reluctance
- A lot of demon chasing, hot sex, mild angst and drama
Overall a good read.
Really excited for Lily’s book!
Safe for main couple
3/5
September 26, 2012
This cover is amazing, brilliant colors and the character position is sexy! I read the first book of the Bellum Sisters series a few weeks ago. This was a revelation! I instantly fell in love with the whole story and particularly with the characters. I found everything I love in a PNR story with the Bellum Sisters series. After my first review, I couldn't just stop there and Ms. Grey offered me the opportuneness to read the rest of her series.
(Scottish) OMG, I think I'm in love with Lyonis! This sexy shape shifter didn't only give Willow some shivers... He gave me some shivers too! (LOL) I love when a men takes charge of (almost) everything! Well you have to let the impression that the woman can be in charge too, you know!?!? Anyway, as the first book gives me a first glimpse of Willow and Lyonis relation, I was pretty excited to read their story!
Lyonis still try to ''catch'' and keep Willow and bring her back to his clan to be his wife and queen. On Yeah! Well, as you may already find out, Willow didn't agree with Lyonis plan and run for her... liberty! This story was not as original as the first, in general (still very good and totally my type), but did nothing spectacular in terms of imagination or creativity; the woman who loves a man but who is afraid of being trapped in this couple they would form. By cons, T.A. Grey has a lot of creativity for the plot and the contribution of the ''evil and bad guys'' in a story. It's in my opinion that what makes the difference between the typical love story with a predictable end and the typical love story, spiced, enhanced by intriguing and surprising elements that enriched the whole story and makes you want to read and learn more!
Lyonis was patient with Willow at some point, but as the King of his clan, he also has responsibilities. I like the way he handled Willow and the ''things'' that happen in his clan. Nice ending I wonder what would happen in the last book of this series. I'm on it as soon as I have enough time, but as the two first books, I'm pretty sure it won't take long!
I strongly recommend Bonds of Fire! If you've read the first book, you probably didn't wait too long before directing you to the second volume. If you didn't start this one yet, you'll live with something missing... LOL kidding, but you have to give it a try!
(Scottish) OMG, I think I'm in love with Lyonis! This sexy shape shifter didn't only give Willow some shivers... He gave me some shivers too! (LOL) I love when a men takes charge of (almost) everything! Well you have to let the impression that the woman can be in charge too, you know!?!? Anyway, as the first book gives me a first glimpse of Willow and Lyonis relation, I was pretty excited to read their story!
Lyonis still try to ''catch'' and keep Willow and bring her back to his clan to be his wife and queen. On Yeah! Well, as you may already find out, Willow didn't agree with Lyonis plan and run for her... liberty! This story was not as original as the first, in general (still very good and totally my type), but did nothing spectacular in terms of imagination or creativity; the woman who loves a man but who is afraid of being trapped in this couple they would form. By cons, T.A. Grey has a lot of creativity for the plot and the contribution of the ''evil and bad guys'' in a story. It's in my opinion that what makes the difference between the typical love story with a predictable end and the typical love story, spiced, enhanced by intriguing and surprising elements that enriched the whole story and makes you want to read and learn more!
Lyonis was patient with Willow at some point, but as the King of his clan, he also has responsibilities. I like the way he handled Willow and the ''things'' that happen in his clan. Nice ending I wonder what would happen in the last book of this series. I'm on it as soon as I have enough time, but as the two first books, I'm pretty sure it won't take long!
I strongly recommend Bonds of Fire! If you've read the first book, you probably didn't wait too long before directing you to the second volume. If you didn't start this one yet, you'll live with something missing... LOL kidding, but you have to give it a try!
December 28, 2012
Another awesome book. The 2nd book in the series is about the middle sister Willow. Willow has been given to a shapeshifter. She is taken by him the very first time she sees him. He is totally taken back by her too. He knows that they are mates. Shifters spend their entire lives waiting to run into their mates. And when they find them they just know. They play a HUGE game of Cat and mouse. And when she is captured there is no holding back. She has been dying for his touch from the first time she had seen him. All the running they were doing was foreplay for both of them. The SEX scences were heated. He dominated her body and it scared the shit out of her. But in the end she ends up going home with him...but has no plans on staying. The pack is excited that they are back. All except Amy. Who wants the alpha for herself. Willow ends up being challenged by Amy for her right to have the Alpha. But in the end Willow realizes that she loves him and she doesn't want anyone to have Lyonis.
Now the pact is upset one of the teens has disappeared. They believe it is the demon that is after Willow and her sisters. The teen ends up returning and the demon has placed a control on the girl. The demon using the girls voice tells Willow that she will die and she will take the baby. Willow is terrified for her baby. And now Lyonis won't let her out of the house. But she has a visitor one day and is captured by the demon. Lyonis comes after her using the help of the demon that is suppost to protect Lily the youngest sister. Lyonis dies battling the demon and Willow defeats it. Lily's protector brings back Lyonis to life. Their daughter is born later and everything is fine....UNTIL the NEXT BOOK:)
Now the pact is upset one of the teens has disappeared. They believe it is the demon that is after Willow and her sisters. The teen ends up returning and the demon has placed a control on the girl. The demon using the girls voice tells Willow that she will die and she will take the baby. Willow is terrified for her baby. And now Lyonis won't let her out of the house. But she has a visitor one day and is captured by the demon. Lyonis comes after her using the help of the demon that is suppost to protect Lily the youngest sister. Lyonis dies battling the demon and Willow defeats it. Lily's protector brings back Lyonis to life. Their daughter is born later and everything is fine....UNTIL the NEXT BOOK:)
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 21, 2015
I can not stand it when the author forgets how she described a character..
In book one, Lyonis, is described with dark hair and eyes: "His eyes were a dark brown, fanned by a set of dark lashes and a curved slash of brows". Chapter 6
However, in book 2, he is described with blondish hair and blue eyes..
Chapter 3
"His hair was just thick enough for her to grip in her
hands, not that she ever would do that. It was a sandy blond color, somewhere between a light brown and dark blond."
and..
Chapter 16
"He settled on top of her, his blue eye lighting up his face, making him look
younger and happier than he had in the past few days. Willow felt the urge to trace her
fingers over that face and memorize the features of him just like this."
"He stopped and turned around and that was when she realized just how angry
she’d made him. His eyes were a swirling pool of dark, sweltering blues, his lips flat
with distaste, body tight with unreleased rage."
I liked Lyonis and Willow's story.. however
The Author and Editor should have caught the description mistake..
May 29, 2013
Bonds of Fire was an interesting enough read. The problem I'm having with this series is simply the fact that the book pretty much has 3 separate plot lines. I'm not even going to call them subplots because it is more like 3 individual stories told in tandem.
Willow was strong willed and beyond stubborn. All the running away from the first book got old really fast so I'm happy she got "caught" early-on in this one. Though, with everything that she said about David I was really expecting him to show up or something. But really nothing happened on the David front.
Lyonis was fantastic! And absolute charmer and very Alpha. I love that he was loyal to a fault and really at no point in time jumped to conclusions.
Last point. The rules on feeding changed again in this one. The first book it had to be daily this one we are told that a make-out session will save off hunger for a day. Just saying the rules keep changing.
Willow was strong willed and beyond stubborn. All the running away from the first book got old really fast so I'm happy she got "caught" early-on in this one. Though, with everything that she said about David I was really expecting him to show up or something. But really nothing happened on the David front.
Lyonis was fantastic! And absolute charmer and very Alpha. I love that he was loyal to a fault and really at no point in time jumped to conclusions.
Last point. The rules on feeding changed again in this one. The first book it had to be daily this one we are told that a make-out session will save off hunger for a day. Just saying the rules keep changing.
September 15, 2013
I really enjoy this series but I do have a problem with Willow. I know she is the sister most adamantly against being handed over to a man for protection like some piece of property, but her refusal to accept the sexy alpha really got on my nerves. I mean, come on already he is super hot and he is the alpha, the strongest, of all his kind and he wants her. The chemistry is there but she still refuses to acknowledge it or the fact that she wants Lyonis just as much as he wants her.
I enjoyed reading about Chloe and Tyrian and catching up with Lucinda and Draven, but I felt that the subplots were taking away from the main story. I just hope that Lily doesn't take this long to warm up to Telal, but it already looks like Lily is staking her claim! I can't wait for this book! Another great read by T.A. Grey!
Reviewed by Elizabeth for Cocktails and Books
I enjoyed reading about Chloe and Tyrian and catching up with Lucinda and Draven, but I felt that the subplots were taking away from the main story. I just hope that Lily doesn't take this long to warm up to Telal, but it already looks like Lily is staking her claim! I can't wait for this book! Another great read by T.A. Grey!
Reviewed by Elizabeth for Cocktails and Books
December 18, 2013
It gets better....
After reading the first book in this series I was hesitant to read the next but I bought the first three on a whim because they were at a reduced price. The world building is expended some in this book but not as much as I like and I actually don't think I read the word "sweetheart" once , which I detest. That being said despite the borderline rape theme in the beginning of the book there was actually some relationship building and some really amusing and heartwarming scenes. In addition, there was more to the plot than just sex and the whole "you're mine. submit now" kind of rhetoric. It was actually a pretty entertaining read.
After reading the first book in this series I was hesitant to read the next but I bought the first three on a whim because they were at a reduced price. The world building is expended some in this book but not as much as I like and I actually don't think I read the word "sweetheart" once , which I detest. That being said despite the borderline rape theme in the beginning of the book there was actually some relationship building and some really amusing and heartwarming scenes. In addition, there was more to the plot than just sex and the whole "you're mine. submit now" kind of rhetoric. It was actually a pretty entertaining read.
January 2, 2013
Once again, I found myself unable to stop reading. I loved Lyonis' character, both Alpha and caring for his woman and his pack. Willow is a strong charcter with a past that is constantly holding her back but Lyonis is quite he convincing male. The story is fast-paced and filled with smart-ass remarks giving it a humourous tone as well. The only flaw that may not bother some but truly drives me mad is the editing. There are, at least in the edition I have, missing words/letters, spelling errors etc... That aside, I definitely recomment this book and the series as well!
May 31, 2013
I didn't like this one quite as much as the first one.
Still a great story but was soooo much slower, it seemed, and more centered around sex than the first one ( I didn't think that was possible, heehee ). I'm all for a love story but this one was kind of meh compared to the first sisters story. I guess the problem is there wasn't as much STORY as the first book, but oh well!
I guess curiosity still has be because I have to know what happens to the third sister, Lily. I HAVE to know why the father did this to these girls...
Still a great story but was soooo much slower, it seemed, and more centered around sex than the first one ( I didn't think that was possible, heehee ). I'm all for a love story but this one was kind of meh compared to the first sisters story. I guess the problem is there wasn't as much STORY as the first book, but oh well!
I guess curiosity still has be because I have to know what happens to the third sister, Lily. I HAVE to know why the father did this to these girls...
June 5, 2012
I loved Willow and Lyonis' story. They were so perfect for one another, even though she fought it the whole way.
The sexual tension was spot on, though I got a bit tired of Willow accepting him, only to change her mind over and over again. (But, I guess that's a woman's prerogative, right?) LOL
T. A. Grey has created a fantastic series with The Bellum Sister's trilogy, and I cannot wait to start book 3, Ties That Bind.
The sexual tension was spot on, though I got a bit tired of Willow accepting him, only to change her mind over and over again. (But, I guess that's a woman's prerogative, right?) LOL
T. A. Grey has created a fantastic series with The Bellum Sister's trilogy, and I cannot wait to start book 3, Ties That Bind.
May 2, 2012
I really do love this Series & this Author. The 1st book in this series was Awesome & the 2nd was freakin spectacular!! Willow was little spitfire, love her & Lyonis.......who does'nt love a smokin hott Alpha with a huge heart? This novel was non-stop action & sexual tension from start to finish. I love this cast of charaters. cant wait for lilly's story! Dont miss out on the series, its a must read & T.A. Grey should definitly be on your favorites list =]
January 21, 2014
What can i say it was just a fun read. I wanted to read something in the paranormal erotic sense, and my favorites seem to be surrounded by Alpha Wolfs so this was a fun story that kept me intrigued. I like that there are multiple relationships to keep up with and have them each find their own story. The evolution of the mani characters was heartwarming yet very steamy (which TA Grey ) is very good at. Looking forward to finishing the series.
June 26, 2012
Another awesome read..... I love books about shifters, so Lyonis was instantly my fave character.....I am really enjoying this series so much and am devouring these books.....After this series, I will definitely be going back and downloading all T.A. Grey books to my kindle.....I love her style of writing and once again the intimate scenes are YUMMY!!!! Off to start book 3 now.....whoo hoo
November 30, 2012
Never stop the sexy scenes nor the action. Just can´t put it down which what I am always looking for in a book.
Only thing to say, how Lyonis is the Alpha of alphas?? Doesn´t show in his pack or with any pack in the world. That was the only point that made me tick a bit.
Now let´s begin the 3rd book of the Bellum sisters´ serie.
:)
Only thing to say, how Lyonis is the Alpha of alphas?? Doesn´t show in his pack or with any pack in the world. That was the only point that made me tick a bit.
Now let´s begin the 3rd book of the Bellum sisters´ serie.
:)
May 29, 2012
I a thrilled I bought both books at the same time! I thought I like Chloe then here comes her wicked sister full of moxy and immense courage! I can't wait to read Lily's story! These Bellum sisters are amazing!
October 30, 2012
I know that I should be reading other things but this sounded good to me and man was it ever. I can't believe everything that the two main characters has to go through and they still made it together. I just started the third one and am loving it every second.
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