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Vasser Legacy #1
When Empires Fall
The Vassers are America's greatest family, an empire forged in steel and stone, wealth and prestige. They're in the business of luxury hotels...and murder.
When the truth is exposed through the letters of a dead woman, all hell breaks loose. The family tries to cope with the allegation that what they thought was a decades old suicide was actually the cold-blooded murder of one of their own.
Things only get worse when they realize the killer is still among them.
Enter the newest generation of Vasser heirs: three siblings now running the Vasser Hotel in New York City, each with their own agenda. Principled and serious Grant; charming playboy Linc; and ruthlessly secretive Madison. They soon discover that swimming in the undercurrents of their own family's dark past could prove to be disastrous.
Family may be the ties that bind, but When Empires Fall, they are the ties that kill.
AVAILABLE NOW! The explosive sequel to When Empires Fall, Rise of the Notorious.
When the truth is exposed through the letters of a dead woman, all hell breaks loose. The family tries to cope with the allegation that what they thought was a decades old suicide was actually the cold-blooded murder of one of their own.
Things only get worse when they realize the killer is still among them.
Enter the newest generation of Vasser heirs: three siblings now running the Vasser Hotel in New York City, each with their own agenda. Principled and serious Grant; charming playboy Linc; and ruthlessly secretive Madison. They soon discover that swimming in the undercurrents of their own family's dark past could prove to be disastrous.
Family may be the ties that bind, but When Empires Fall, they are the ties that kill.
AVAILABLE NOW! The explosive sequel to When Empires Fall, Rise of the Notorious.
384 pages, Paperback
First published August 6, 2012
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About the author
Katie Jennings
19 books217 followersKatie Jennings is the author of the popular fantasy series The Dryad Quartet as well as the award-winning romantic family drama series The Vasser Legacy. Her paranormal romance, So Fell The Sparrow, won an Honorable Mention in the 2014 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards. Her bestselling contemporary romance, Things Lost In The Fire, is a semi-finalist in romance in the Kindle Book Awards. A Los Angeles native, she now lives in beautiful North Idaho with her husband, who thinks she’s the biggest nerd ever. She’s a firm believer in happy endings and loves nothing more than a great romance novel.
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August 12, 2012
When Empires Fall is a behind-closed-doors look into the heart of the wealthy Vasser family, owners and operators of a chain of hotels. The saga opens with a sixty-year old snapshot of betrayal at its worst. Laced with lots of juicy family secrets and snappy dialogue, the first book introduces us to the ends and outs of the Vassers, serious-minded Grant, irresistible brother Linc, and ruthless sister Madison. All three share a bond of putting family loyalty before anything else. But they will soon find themselves caught up in the dirt of the past. When Empires Fall offers a dramatic plot with character-driven narrative that will definitely carry over well into the next book.
January 20, 2013
I really enjoyed this family saga. Grant/Quinn were really the heart of the story for me & the characters I most invested in. The close runners up are Madison & Kennedy. Madison & her relationship with Cyrus is deliciously twisted & I look forward to seeing where Madison's allegiance to him takes her in the next installment of the series. I'm quite interested in Kennedy mostly because she is so little mentioned in comparison to the other siblings but is often mentioned to be most like the ill-fated Win. Charlene is still very one-dimensional for me but she has potential. I honestly never became invested in Linc/Lynette. Linc is fairly flat as a character as a counter to his brother Grant & Lynette is always referred to as a "girl" not a woman (as the other women in the story are) so I had some difficulty seeing her as a woman involved with a 27-28 year old man. Their angst was all related to her parents & felt like over-wrought teenage drama. I wasn't sure what the author was trying to convey (was it ingenue vitality & innocence because she's a prima ballerina or some "just legal" status?) but it just felt off in the telling.
The murder mystery (or murders, really) are a compelling angle of the story & even if the details to the triple homicide seemed a bit pat, I liked it. Grant being the "elder statesman" sibling at 28 was only working for me because of the way he is portrayed (even if it still felt like a stretch). I was flat out appalled that Madison had been keeping Cyrus' secret for 17 or so years because it clearly worked out to her being told when she was barely 10 years-old. I felt it was far afield but I'm taking it as just another facet of their twisted relationship. More than anything, I just want to see what the knowledge of the circumstance will bring out in the characters next. Ideally, these characters would be older to add some credibility to the plot points but I was able to bypass that in the characterizations. More than anything, I just want to see what the knowledge of the circumstance will bring out in the characters next. And finally, who left Madison that note at the end? I can't wait to find out & what the Queen will do when she finds out.
The murder mystery (or murders, really) are a compelling angle of the story & even if the details to the triple homicide seemed a bit pat, I liked it. Grant being the "elder statesman" sibling at 28 was only working for me because of the way he is portrayed (even if it still felt like a stretch). I was flat out appalled that Madison had been keeping Cyrus' secret for 17 or so years because it clearly worked out to her being told when she was barely 10 years-old. I felt it was far afield but I'm taking it as just another facet of their twisted relationship. More than anything, I just want to see what the knowledge of the circumstance will bring out in the characters next. Ideally, these characters would be older to add some credibility to the plot points but I was able to bypass that in the characterizations. More than anything, I just want to see what the knowledge of the circumstance will bring out in the characters next. And finally, who left Madison that note at the end? I can't wait to find out & what the Queen will do when she finds out.
September 26, 2012
Finally, a writer who understands her characters.
The genre of this one is difficult. I have never heard of family drama but this may just define the genre. It isn't really a mystery, though there is a murder (or four) involved, since we know the culprit from the start. This was a wonderful read. This is the kind of book you pray for, when purchasing an indie novel. It is well planned, well written, well edited, well formatted...well done, Katie Jennings. It makes me proud to be part of the indie publishing revolution.
This book is about its characters. Several generations of Vassers were beautifully portrayed. Bad guys don't ever think they are bad guys. Not in a movie, not in a book, not in a play, not in real life. Each character believes they are doing what is best for the Vasser family name. Cyrus is the grandfather who would do anything for the Vasser Legacy. Win and Marshall make the second generation and though they play a smaller role in the plot they have everything to do with the next gen's development. Both severely effected by their father, as I expect all of his offspring are. Grant, Linc and Madison are the young generation. They are easily identified with, yet their loyalty to the family is anything but common. Each generation and character is full and rounded. I had no trouble keeping track of who was who and who wanted what. They are all driven but by different yet similar motivations. I love how each romance was different. The two brothers find love, but with very different women. Each couple was believable and their bonds and attractions seemed genuine.
Jennings is a young master. Her books read like those of an old writing pro. Each scene is carefully crafted and the point of view is carefully chosen to impart the most useful information and give the most impact. There was no 'mind hopping' yet the p.o.v. was perfectly suited for the attitude of each. Five star, all the way. I cannot wait to see what Katie Jennings has crafted for book two. Bring on what Rise of the Notorious has in store. I am ready.
The genre of this one is difficult. I have never heard of family drama but this may just define the genre. It isn't really a mystery, though there is a murder (or four) involved, since we know the culprit from the start. This was a wonderful read. This is the kind of book you pray for, when purchasing an indie novel. It is well planned, well written, well edited, well formatted...well done, Katie Jennings. It makes me proud to be part of the indie publishing revolution.
This book is about its characters. Several generations of Vassers were beautifully portrayed. Bad guys don't ever think they are bad guys. Not in a movie, not in a book, not in a play, not in real life. Each character believes they are doing what is best for the Vasser family name. Cyrus is the grandfather who would do anything for the Vasser Legacy. Win and Marshall make the second generation and though they play a smaller role in the plot they have everything to do with the next gen's development. Both severely effected by their father, as I expect all of his offspring are. Grant, Linc and Madison are the young generation. They are easily identified with, yet their loyalty to the family is anything but common. Each generation and character is full and rounded. I had no trouble keeping track of who was who and who wanted what. They are all driven but by different yet similar motivations. I love how each romance was different. The two brothers find love, but with very different women. Each couple was believable and their bonds and attractions seemed genuine.
Jennings is a young master. Her books read like those of an old writing pro. Each scene is carefully crafted and the point of view is carefully chosen to impart the most useful information and give the most impact. There was no 'mind hopping' yet the p.o.v. was perfectly suited for the attitude of each. Five star, all the way. I cannot wait to see what Katie Jennings has crafted for book two. Bring on what Rise of the Notorious has in store. I am ready.
October 9, 2012
I put this book in my romance shelf but actually romance genre is not enough to describe this book. This book is more of a family saga. However, when I saw a book categorized as family saga it reminds me of Jackie Collins or Dynasty. And this book is definitely is not that type.
1. It's so well written. The writing is great. It's not long winded and it's crafted beautifully. Every word chosen is a fit. This book consist of many POVs. We actually jump around seeing from character's to character's perspective. It's difficult but somehow the author manage to make the story flow beautifully. There is no jaggedness or a break when we have to change perspective. This is a testament of the writing skill. It makes the reader so engrossed and can't stop reading
2. No cliche; Well, most of the time, family saga is talking about greed and sex. The story can be shallow. This book actually tell a story that is worthy of soap opera. However, the author really dig deep into the characterization. Every actions was described properly so that it's understandable. It never falls into dramatic exaggeration.
3. The characterization is superb. I especially like how the author describe Grant. When I read the description, I actually can see Grant in my mind. All those emotions churning below the rigid surface. All characters in this book are so complex. The characters are real with not only their goodness but also flaws. They captured my interest because they always strived to do their best. None of them is totally evil (even the murderer). Even with their flaws, they have a capacity to love.
What a great find. I can't believe only few people rate this book. It's a rarity to find a book that can balance romance, ambition, dysfunctional family, and power play which makes you fell in love with all the characters (the good and the bad).
August 14, 2012
When Empires Fall is a story full of suspense! It follows the Vassar family as they run their hotels and deal with a secret that can tear their family apart and destroy their legacy.
Grant is the general manager who is a workaholic. His brother, Linc, is the “playboy” of the family, and his sister, Madison, is the spitting image of their grandfather, Cyrus. Not only are they dealing with the secret that makes itself known by their “deadbeat” father but they have to deal with the fact that there are more secrets and lies than they could ever imagine within their family.
Quinn – Grant’s new secretary – comes into the picture, and he finds himself needing her more than he is comfortable with. But he finds himself opening up and discovering his true self again with her. And it scares him. Lynette is the politician’s daughter who finds herself utterly drawn to Linc when she doesn’t have time for romance. But she can’t stay away from him, and he can’t stay away from her.
When Empires Fall kept me begging for more. I had fallen under the trap of the Vassar’s and I wanted more of them and their lives. I wanted to be part of their story, and Katie did not disappoint in the keeping the suspense aspect of the story tremendously suspenseful and the romance aspect tremendously romantic!
I loved it, and I cannot wait for the second book!
Grant is the general manager who is a workaholic. His brother, Linc, is the “playboy” of the family, and his sister, Madison, is the spitting image of their grandfather, Cyrus. Not only are they dealing with the secret that makes itself known by their “deadbeat” father but they have to deal with the fact that there are more secrets and lies than they could ever imagine within their family.
Quinn – Grant’s new secretary – comes into the picture, and he finds himself needing her more than he is comfortable with. But he finds himself opening up and discovering his true self again with her. And it scares him. Lynette is the politician’s daughter who finds herself utterly drawn to Linc when she doesn’t have time for romance. But she can’t stay away from him, and he can’t stay away from her.
When Empires Fall kept me begging for more. I had fallen under the trap of the Vassar’s and I wanted more of them and their lives. I wanted to be part of their story, and Katie did not disappoint in the keeping the suspense aspect of the story tremendously suspenseful and the romance aspect tremendously romantic!
I loved it, and I cannot wait for the second book!
August 22, 2012
This is not a story for those looking for an easy read as the story becomes all consuming. A complex tale of family betrayal and false appearances is possibly the best way to describe Jennings’ novel as she makes a thorough exploration of the lives of the extensive Vasser family. The continual addition of characters will keep you on your toes as you find yourself becoming deeply involved with this curious story.
If you were looking for a distraction from work or personal affairs this would be ideal. Each character is given a thorough backstory, interweaving with the narrative and helping to create the empire of the Vasser family. While their luxurious lifestyle may not be one that many people can relate to, the down-to-earth nature of the characters helps the reader to picture themselves in this bizarre world of mystery and murder. Jennings cunningly adds a little romance, a touch of high culture and a dash of politics to ensure that it appeals to all readers. It is sure to entice readers to pick up the sequel, Rise of the Notorious.
Review by Elizabeth Wright of behalf of BestChickLit.com:
If you were looking for a distraction from work or personal affairs this would be ideal. Each character is given a thorough backstory, interweaving with the narrative and helping to create the empire of the Vasser family. While their luxurious lifestyle may not be one that many people can relate to, the down-to-earth nature of the characters helps the reader to picture themselves in this bizarre world of mystery and murder. Jennings cunningly adds a little romance, a touch of high culture and a dash of politics to ensure that it appeals to all readers. It is sure to entice readers to pick up the sequel, Rise of the Notorious.
Review by Elizabeth Wright of behalf of BestChickLit.com:
August 6, 2012
The Vasser family have been kings in the hotel industry for years and when a lightning bolt from their past threatens to bring the empire crumbling down, they must come together to save what their ancestors struggled to build.
Katie Jennings paints a wonderful picture of a multifaceted family trying its best to cope with a horrible reality. From the workaholic older brother to the brilliant younger sister, the Vasser's lives are in for a sucker punch from left field. The cast of characters is enticing, the plot intriguing, and the tension exciting in this tale of greed, love, and family.
Jennings writing is excellent, the formatting attractive, and the pacing spot on. I found myself drawn into their world, an unwitting player in the drama of their lives. The story carried me along all the way to its dramatic conclusion. I loved this story and look forward to more from this wonderful author. Well done!
Katie Jennings paints a wonderful picture of a multifaceted family trying its best to cope with a horrible reality. From the workaholic older brother to the brilliant younger sister, the Vasser's lives are in for a sucker punch from left field. The cast of characters is enticing, the plot intriguing, and the tension exciting in this tale of greed, love, and family.
Jennings writing is excellent, the formatting attractive, and the pacing spot on. I found myself drawn into their world, an unwitting player in the drama of their lives. The story carried me along all the way to its dramatic conclusion. I loved this story and look forward to more from this wonderful author. Well done!
August 6, 2012
Ambition, treachery, greed. Without passion, these are just words. But Katie Jennings doesn't lack this crucial ingredient. She masterfully weaves an intricate web of deception and lies. Exhilarating and fresh, When Empires Fall takes the reader on a journey into a world of fabulous wealth. A shallow and frivolous world indeed, sometimes lacking in compassion, but never in true emotion. Because, in the end, When Empires Fall is not as much a story about the rich as it is a story about human character.
August 11, 2012
With a masterful blend of suspense, passion, and intrigue, Jennings delves into the story of the Vasser family and the secrets that haunt them. Complete with a rich cast of characters, this book captivates you and keeps the pages turning at each new turn of the plot.
April 22, 2013
CHRISTINA'S BOOKREVIEWS
“In the end, family is all we have, my dear. You’ll do well to remember that.”
RECAP
The Vasser family has built what is to be one of the biggest luxury hotel chains in America. With the "determination" of each Vasser member the hotels have flourished. Lincoln, Grant, Madison and Kennedy are set to take rein over the business when it is their time. But when a secret, such as murder, is revealed, the Vasser’s aren’t so ready for the storm they are about to encounter. There is a murderer among them and they must all suffer the consequences of his betrayal.
Will the luxurious Vasser empire fall? Or will the new generation of Vasser’s save it from doom? Will this family ever be the same?
MY TAKE
So I have to admit that this had been sitting on my Kindle for quite a long time. What a damn shame! This book was just what I needed! Filled with drama, romance, a slew of phenomenal characters and much more drama, When Empires Fall is a breath of fresh air!
The book starts off with a murder at the prestigious Vasser Hotel in NYC. Years later there is a newer generation of Vasser's in charge of Vasser NYC. A generation filled with new Vasser's who each possess their own gifts and charms.
Grant is the hardworking General Manager who is all work and no play. Grant doesn’t put up with the emotions, drama and anything that doesn’t improve the hotel. Grant lives to help the empire flourish an to protect and love his family. As we get to know Grant we are quickly sadden by the loneliness he is enduring. When he gets a new secretary, he isn’t ready for the eye-opening experience he is about to have. Quinn slowly cracks the wall that he has built around him and together they are PERFECT for each other! I loved Quinn’s sweet and charming personality and her push to get Grant to open up and please him. What I didn’t like about Quinn was that I felt in a way she wanted to push herself into being something that she had to work to accomplish. I also thought the development of their relationship was a little rushed at the end.
Lincoln is the charismatic businessman in charge of Customer Relations at Vasser NYC. He is the complete opposite of Grant. Sweet, loving, a ladies man, and outgoing personality. But like Grant he is devoted to the Vasser empire and his family. He is also the one that is in the shadows of his older brother. You see the fire in him to want to improve the empire but he is not taken seriously. I was sad that his ideas were shot down and that he wasn't given a chance to prove his worth. But when Lynette comes into the picture you are happy that he does get to have someone who understands him and is fiercely protective of him and his dreams.
Madison the no-nonsense director of Food and Beverages. She is void of any emotions and is only focused on making sure that the empire her family built succeeds. She is ruthless and devoted to her grandfather and family. She is described by Linc as a viper and is just that. She will do anything and everything.
Then there is Kennedy the youngest child heading to Princeton.We don't see much of her in the book and I look forward to finding out much more of her. Hopefully she will have her own book.
I enjoyed When Empires Fall, the fact that you don't know what will happen, you don't know who to love and who to hate, and that it is filled with so much drama. I am the first to admit that I hate books with numerous characters but When Empires Fall impressed me. Every character had their time in this book and it was all connected beautifully. The author did a wonderful job with the flow of the story and I never once found myself frustrated with the changes.
BUY it. READ it. LOVE it.
HAPPY READING!!
“In the end, family is all we have, my dear. You’ll do well to remember that.”
RECAP
The Vasser family has built what is to be one of the biggest luxury hotel chains in America. With the "determination" of each Vasser member the hotels have flourished. Lincoln, Grant, Madison and Kennedy are set to take rein over the business when it is their time. But when a secret, such as murder, is revealed, the Vasser’s aren’t so ready for the storm they are about to encounter. There is a murderer among them and they must all suffer the consequences of his betrayal.
Will the luxurious Vasser empire fall? Or will the new generation of Vasser’s save it from doom? Will this family ever be the same?
MY TAKE
So I have to admit that this had been sitting on my Kindle for quite a long time. What a damn shame! This book was just what I needed! Filled with drama, romance, a slew of phenomenal characters and much more drama, When Empires Fall is a breath of fresh air!
The book starts off with a murder at the prestigious Vasser Hotel in NYC. Years later there is a newer generation of Vasser's in charge of Vasser NYC. A generation filled with new Vasser's who each possess their own gifts and charms.
Grant is the hardworking General Manager who is all work and no play. Grant doesn’t put up with the emotions, drama and anything that doesn’t improve the hotel. Grant lives to help the empire flourish an to protect and love his family. As we get to know Grant we are quickly sadden by the loneliness he is enduring. When he gets a new secretary, he isn’t ready for the eye-opening experience he is about to have. Quinn slowly cracks the wall that he has built around him and together they are PERFECT for each other! I loved Quinn’s sweet and charming personality and her push to get Grant to open up and please him. What I didn’t like about Quinn was that I felt in a way she wanted to push herself into being something that she had to work to accomplish. I also thought the development of their relationship was a little rushed at the end.
Lincoln is the charismatic businessman in charge of Customer Relations at Vasser NYC. He is the complete opposite of Grant. Sweet, loving, a ladies man, and outgoing personality. But like Grant he is devoted to the Vasser empire and his family. He is also the one that is in the shadows of his older brother. You see the fire in him to want to improve the empire but he is not taken seriously. I was sad that his ideas were shot down and that he wasn't given a chance to prove his worth. But when Lynette comes into the picture you are happy that he does get to have someone who understands him and is fiercely protective of him and his dreams.
Madison the no-nonsense director of Food and Beverages. She is void of any emotions and is only focused on making sure that the empire her family built succeeds. She is ruthless and devoted to her grandfather and family. She is described by Linc as a viper and is just that. She will do anything and everything.
Then there is Kennedy the youngest child heading to Princeton.We don't see much of her in the book and I look forward to finding out much more of her. Hopefully she will have her own book.
I enjoyed When Empires Fall, the fact that you don't know what will happen, you don't know who to love and who to hate, and that it is filled with so much drama. I am the first to admit that I hate books with numerous characters but When Empires Fall impressed me. Every character had their time in this book and it was all connected beautifully. The author did a wonderful job with the flow of the story and I never once found myself frustrated with the changes.
BUY it. READ it. LOVE it.
HAPPY READING!!
May 17, 2013
This review originally appeared on my tour stop for the Be Notorious tour! Make sure to check out the awesome-tastic giveaway and read an excerpt!
WHEN EMPIRES FALL is the type of book that I'd think would make a good TV drama - it's complex, dark, intriguing, and will just pull viewers (or in this case, readers) along within each episode, making them want more during and after each installment. Nevertheless, it's definitely a book that mystery, suspense, or adult fiction addicts will fall in love with!
What probably attracted me the most was this book's complexity. I definitely wasn't coming in thinking this would be an easy read, but I was still surprised by how intricate the characters were. Right from the beginning, you're introduced to quite a few POVs, including Madison, Grant, and Linc, who are siblings, Charlene, their mother, Cyrus, their grandfather, and Marshall, their uncle. By the end, a few other characters are also introduced, including Wyatt (Madison's ex), Lynette (Linc's love interest), Quinn (Grant's love interest), and Detective Hughes. Though this many POVs might seem too confusing, but I personally enjoyed it, since each person had a different voice and different dark secrets to deal with.
And on top of that, you have the plot. It's a lot darker than I usually encounter, considering I'm a mostly YA reader, but it pulled me in nonetheless. Throughout the novel, you deal with murders, secrets, suicides, betrayal - whatever you'd imagine in a drama. Though sometimes I felt like some of the plot devices were overdramatized, sometimes this suspense and drama pulled me in even more - I just felt like I had to discover more of the Vassers' secrets! In fact, eventually when I finished the book, I almost immediately jumped into the next. So if you're looking for a complex but interesting story, definitely check this one out!
I also liked the central theme of family in the book. Though sometimes the family members could get on each other's nerves, the bottom line was that family was the most important, however corrupt or pathetic you thought your family was. You see this idea play out through the book, and it's really admirable that the Vassers managed to stay together despite the difficulty. This will be another thing I'm looking forward to seeing in the next book (:
My only question was concerning the romance. It was sweet and a good break from the rest of the drama in the book, but sometimes I also felt like it was... unnecessary. I did like Quinn & Lynette - both were really, really sweet characters. But at the same time, you could see predict their relationships from the beginning. Additionally, though this wasn't as much of a problem in Lynette & Linc's relationship, I found it hard to believe that the romance could go on without a lot of difficulty. However, I did like their relationships, and hope to see them grow in Rise of the Notorious!
All in all though, WHEN EMPIRES FALL was a fantastic read! It's dark, complex, and mysterious, which was exactly what I was looking for. If you're an adult or mystery reader, definitely consider checking this one out!
* Thank you to the author for a review copy of the book!
WHEN EMPIRES FALL is the type of book that I'd think would make a good TV drama - it's complex, dark, intriguing, and will just pull viewers (or in this case, readers) along within each episode, making them want more during and after each installment. Nevertheless, it's definitely a book that mystery, suspense, or adult fiction addicts will fall in love with!
What probably attracted me the most was this book's complexity. I definitely wasn't coming in thinking this would be an easy read, but I was still surprised by how intricate the characters were. Right from the beginning, you're introduced to quite a few POVs, including Madison, Grant, and Linc, who are siblings, Charlene, their mother, Cyrus, their grandfather, and Marshall, their uncle. By the end, a few other characters are also introduced, including Wyatt (Madison's ex), Lynette (Linc's love interest), Quinn (Grant's love interest), and Detective Hughes. Though this many POVs might seem too confusing, but I personally enjoyed it, since each person had a different voice and different dark secrets to deal with.
And on top of that, you have the plot. It's a lot darker than I usually encounter, considering I'm a mostly YA reader, but it pulled me in nonetheless. Throughout the novel, you deal with murders, secrets, suicides, betrayal - whatever you'd imagine in a drama. Though sometimes I felt like some of the plot devices were overdramatized, sometimes this suspense and drama pulled me in even more - I just felt like I had to discover more of the Vassers' secrets! In fact, eventually when I finished the book, I almost immediately jumped into the next. So if you're looking for a complex but interesting story, definitely check this one out!
I also liked the central theme of family in the book. Though sometimes the family members could get on each other's nerves, the bottom line was that family was the most important, however corrupt or pathetic you thought your family was. You see this idea play out through the book, and it's really admirable that the Vassers managed to stay together despite the difficulty. This will be another thing I'm looking forward to seeing in the next book (:
My only question was concerning the romance. It was sweet and a good break from the rest of the drama in the book, but sometimes I also felt like it was... unnecessary. I did like Quinn & Lynette - both were really, really sweet characters. But at the same time, you could see predict their relationships from the beginning. Additionally, though this wasn't as much of a problem in Lynette & Linc's relationship, I found it hard to believe that the romance could go on without a lot of difficulty. However, I did like their relationships, and hope to see them grow in Rise of the Notorious!
All in all though, WHEN EMPIRES FALL was a fantastic read! It's dark, complex, and mysterious, which was exactly what I was looking for. If you're an adult or mystery reader, definitely consider checking this one out!
* Thank you to the author for a review copy of the book!
January 7, 2013
I really enjoyed this book. I will say to begin that it isn't my genre, but I'm learning as I grow older and wiser that if you never leave your comfort zone then you'll never learn or experience anything new, and I'm glad I did so with this book. I like Ms Jennings and I like her ability as a storyteller, and in my opinion she is very good at it.
I enjoy the way Ms Jennings builds her characters. I like the way she goes inside them to let us know what they're thinking and feeling, and the conflicts and turmoil they're each fighting with inside. Any good writer has to be able to do this, and she can. In fact I felt she depicted her characters so well that images of movie stars flashed through my mind every time a character faced me on the page. Grant is Christian Bale, Linc is Matthew McConnaughey, Cameron Diaz is Madison, Meryl Streep is Charlene, Greg Kinnear is Win, Sam Elliot is Marshal and Courtney Cox is most definitely Quinn in my mind. I always write with a famous face in my mind, but rarely have I ever seen these faces with such clarity while reading and to me that is a testament of Ms Jennings' excellence in character building.
As with all stories of dynastic families there is ambition, jealousy, love, hatred, hidden secrets and impropriety in abundance... all the ingredients such a story needs.
I enjoyed the story very much. There were few surprises though as Ms Jennings gave us enough clues as to what was to come and who did what in times past, but the twist at the end I didn't see coming and now I'm very very eager for the 2nd book and have emailed the author to complain that I have to wait for it.
5/5 from me.
Shane O'Neill - Writer of The Dracula Chronicles.
I enjoy the way Ms Jennings builds her characters. I like the way she goes inside them to let us know what they're thinking and feeling, and the conflicts and turmoil they're each fighting with inside. Any good writer has to be able to do this, and she can. In fact I felt she depicted her characters so well that images of movie stars flashed through my mind every time a character faced me on the page. Grant is Christian Bale, Linc is Matthew McConnaughey, Cameron Diaz is Madison, Meryl Streep is Charlene, Greg Kinnear is Win, Sam Elliot is Marshal and Courtney Cox is most definitely Quinn in my mind. I always write with a famous face in my mind, but rarely have I ever seen these faces with such clarity while reading and to me that is a testament of Ms Jennings' excellence in character building.
As with all stories of dynastic families there is ambition, jealousy, love, hatred, hidden secrets and impropriety in abundance... all the ingredients such a story needs.
I enjoyed the story very much. There were few surprises though as Ms Jennings gave us enough clues as to what was to come and who did what in times past, but the twist at the end I didn't see coming and now I'm very very eager for the 2nd book and have emailed the author to complain that I have to wait for it.
5/5 from me.
Shane O'Neill - Writer of The Dracula Chronicles.
October 8, 2013
I am somewhat torn regarding When Empires Fall. On the positive side, it was a fairly enjoyable, larger than life, completely unbelievable (in an escapist way), soap opera-ish family saga. I certainly didn't lose interest in the story as the pages turned, although I will admit to rolling my eyes more than once. A bit of escapist drama with over the top characters that were at least interesting.
On the negative side, there was very little subtlety in the story telling. This was due to the author's attempt at an omniscient narrator. The head jumping point of view shifts meant the reader was never in any doubt as to what any character was feeling or thinking. This constant shifting of point of view may also have been the reason why some people have commented that they felt there were too many characters. It wasn't the number of characters so much as the point of view shifts. At times this led to momentary confusion as to who was speaking or thinking. I would have preferred to see the focus on a few key characters only, which would have allowed the author the way to build a stronger, more intense story.
Having said that, I didn't dislike the story and will probably read the second book in the series to wrap things up. The author has loads of potential, and as the overwhelming majority of reviews show, her storytelling hit the mark with many readers (who aren't looking too critically at the structure of the story or believability of the characters).
On the negative side, there was very little subtlety in the story telling. This was due to the author's attempt at an omniscient narrator. The head jumping point of view shifts meant the reader was never in any doubt as to what any character was feeling or thinking. This constant shifting of point of view may also have been the reason why some people have commented that they felt there were too many characters. It wasn't the number of characters so much as the point of view shifts. At times this led to momentary confusion as to who was speaking or thinking. I would have preferred to see the focus on a few key characters only, which would have allowed the author the way to build a stronger, more intense story.
Having said that, I didn't dislike the story and will probably read the second book in the series to wrap things up. The author has loads of potential, and as the overwhelming majority of reviews show, her storytelling hit the mark with many readers (who aren't looking too critically at the structure of the story or believability of the characters).
August 21, 2012
When Empires Fall
When Empires Fall is the multigenerational story of the Vasser family, owners of an elite hotel chain with locations in Paris, Las Vegas, and New York and centered on the fourth generation of the family who run the hotel in New York. Grant, Linc and Madison use their talents respectively as General Manager, Marketing Manager, and Hospitality Manager. Their younger sister, Kennedy is just entering college at Princeton. Their father was passed over by their grandfather and has spent his life mooching off of the family and living as a drug and sex addled wastrel. In this, the first in the series, the family has discovered that their patriarch, their grandfather assumed control of the empire after having murdered his own father to keep him from changing his will and appointing his mistress to own and run the hotels. As the family tries to deal with the fallout from this news, they are also juggling new and old relationships with the lovers in their lives, each other and their social climbing mother. The story is well developed and moves at a great pace but Katie Jennings's real talent lies in her ability to develop fascinating and compelling characters. Readers will find themselves drawn in by the vividly developed characters, who creep into our imaginations and to whom we want to return in future novels. What a great read!
January 7, 2013
This book resonated with me, and because I hadn't been able to read it all in one go as I usually do, it also tormented me. But the holidays kicked in and company appeared daily. I fretted whenever I thought about this story. I wanted to get back to it and find out what happened. It's that kind of a novel. I love New York City and having the setting there was a plus for me. A huge luxury hotel added to the flavor and the Vasser family who shared ownership and ran the empire were all wonderful characters. There were so many plots going on, all very well constructed and interacting so that the reader got carried away into different romances, murder, intrigue and family conflicts but never lost the main theme. The big boss Grant Vasser played the role of a workaholic who controlled everything and I fell in love with him since the author wove the reader into his world, his sensitivities and his building need for his new secretary Quinn. The rest of the family consisted of Linc, a sweet guy who's every woman's dream, Madison a woman to hate, Kennedy the youngest but with an agenda and various others who add to this blockbuster and make it a delightfully complex tale that will steal you away from your everyday world. This deserves five stars- PLUS!!
February 3, 2013
LOVED This book! I think the hardest part is picking a favorite character but I must say Linc has made his way to become my top favorite. I love how in depth each character is, though because I typically do not read dramas, the pace came across as slow in parts. However, I don't believe the slowness was a "waste" in the book like some novels I've read, by contrary, Ms. Jennings does a great job of capturing detail worthy of the Vasser legacy. The characters were set up nicely and the plot thickened like a perfectly cooked steak even the prestigious Madison can proudly give her stamp of approval. I can easily picture this story as a movie. The characters certainly stick with you after you power off your Kindle, and I purposely didn't read the preview of the next book because I know I won't be able to wait to read more :)
Even if you usually don't read drama like I typically don't, this book is well worth picking up! This book will make you wish the hotel was real because I know I'd totally check in if it were.
Even if you usually don't read drama like I typically don't, this book is well worth picking up! This book will make you wish the hotel was real because I know I'd totally check in if it were.
September 18, 2012
This book was fantastic, one of the best I've read in a while.
The constantly shifting points of view the story much more interesting and detailed than if told from a single side. This is the story of the Vasser family, steeped in luxury, and a modern take on old world royalty. I think those qualities are successfully portrayed through Katie Jennings writing, which is decadent without being overplayed.
The story itself was fascinating, focusing mostly on three of the four youngest Vasser family members and their love lives, detailing their experiences with the older generations of their family while trying to keep up appearances with the business. There is scandal, lies, deceit, and romance--all the makings of a truly wonderful novel. There is a fair amount of complexity because the lives of the main characters are intertwined but so far apart at the same time. The tale is wonderfully woven.
I personally can't wait for the next installment to see what happens!
The constantly shifting points of view the story much more interesting and detailed than if told from a single side. This is the story of the Vasser family, steeped in luxury, and a modern take on old world royalty. I think those qualities are successfully portrayed through Katie Jennings writing, which is decadent without being overplayed.
The story itself was fascinating, focusing mostly on three of the four youngest Vasser family members and their love lives, detailing their experiences with the older generations of their family while trying to keep up appearances with the business. There is scandal, lies, deceit, and romance--all the makings of a truly wonderful novel. There is a fair amount of complexity because the lives of the main characters are intertwined but so far apart at the same time. The tale is wonderfully woven.
I personally can't wait for the next installment to see what happens!
January 5, 2013
With a complex cast of characters, When Empires Fall is a novel set in the landscape of New York City surrounding the vast empires of the rich and famous of New York society. The Vassar Hotel chain, a century old conglomerate, is ruled by one man, a ruthless no nonsense character even at 90 years of age. His puppet grandchildren have each been placed in a position of power as long as they do his bidding. But secrets surface when Rosalie's niece begins to clean the dead woman's house out after her death. She discovers that Rosalie was once a mistress to the deceased father of 90 year old Cyrus and has kept his secrets to herself all these years. But she kept everything in a file that once discovered cannot be left hidden any longer. Siblings Grant, Lincoln, and Madison Vassar are the chosen grandchildren and they are in for the ride of their life with love interests Quinn, Lynette, and Wyatt. Intrigue tangles with romance in this must read novel by Katie Jennings.
January 23, 2013
I loved this book from the first page. It reminded of the great soap operas back when they were going strong and still good. Somewhere between Dallas and Young and the Restless.
The characters are well developed, each with their own personality. Jennings drew me into the lives and world of the Vasser family so fully, that I stayed up well after bedtime to read more of them. I could see the hotel and events so clearly in my mind.
If you are looking for a story of full of family intrigue, lies, betrayal, strong sibling bonds, and romance, then this is the book for you. Jennings weaves these things together with a masterful hand. The only thing that would have made this book better is if Victor and Nicki from Young and the Restless had checked into the luxurious New York Vasser Hotel.
The characters are well developed, each with their own personality. Jennings drew me into the lives and world of the Vasser family so fully, that I stayed up well after bedtime to read more of them. I could see the hotel and events so clearly in my mind.
If you are looking for a story of full of family intrigue, lies, betrayal, strong sibling bonds, and romance, then this is the book for you. Jennings weaves these things together with a masterful hand. The only thing that would have made this book better is if Victor and Nicki from Young and the Restless had checked into the luxurious New York Vasser Hotel.
January 18, 2013
My Review: In the great tradition of Dynasty and the good soaps of the past the Vasser family are larger than life. The story weaves yo into the lives of the wealthy and troubled Vasser hotel family. A decades old murder comes back to haunt the heirs to this vast fortune. Madison the hard driven business woman and her brothers Grant solid and dependable and Linc the easy going one on the surface but with a passion underneath have to face the possibility that all will be lost as the hidden secrets come out. This book has it all murder intrigue and romance. Just as in all the great soaps I was not ready for this episode to be over I can’t wait to get my hands on the nest book. I hope that she deals with Linc and his Louisiana home more. I give this book a 5
April 14, 2013
Loved this book - looking forward to the next ---
March 25, 2021
Honestly, I think this would have made a super show I would definitely watch. But the book itself sort of read like a romance novel with a little bit of a mystery. I don't know. Just didn't really connect.
May 31, 2017
Good book
You people should just read this book yourselves and write your own review on this novel yourself and I really enjoyed reading this book very much so.Shelley MA
You people should just read this book yourselves and write your own review on this novel yourself and I really enjoyed reading this book very much so.Shelley MA
January 24, 2018
I enjoyed it, but not enough to read the next in the series.
May 2, 2019
Ick. What a cloying mess.
July 1, 2019
I read this book on vacation. It had an engrossing story, but it wasn't really my favorite style. It reminded me of older romance/family saga stories that I liked to read in the 1980s and 1990s. There are sequels, but I probably won't follow up on them.
October 4, 2013
I am in awe of this incredible story and the amazing characters that I have met. I can't recommend this book enough, I loved it!
'When Empires Fall' was a brilliant start to the Vasser Legacy series, with an electric storyline and some amazingly well-rounded characters.
Katie Jennings has a beautiful writing style that always sucks me into her stories, the events she writes always realistic, intriguing and having me on the edge of my seat in suspsense. The historical storyline made my hairs stand on end, and I loved how we were given little hints as to who the perpetrator was, but the big reveal was still shocking and surprising.
Whilst reading this book, I found myself so attached to each of the members of the Vasser family and admired that despite the issues that came up between them on occasion, they were always there for each other. Quinn was a real breath of fresh air as a character, and I adored her cheerful persona and glass half full type of optimism. I also could see why Grant found this uncomfortable at first, and instead of being annoyed at him for being broody, it made me enjoy the way their relationship developed at a slower pace even more. I also connected deeply to Lynette's character and thought she was a great match for Linc, with her realistic view of life. As much as I love the quick romances filled with lots of passion, I also liked how Lynette looked at things with a cool head and discouraged Linc from making rash decisions when in a hot temper.
And where would this amazing book be without the wonderful Wyatt? *sigh* Wyatt wasn't introduced early on in the book and his arrival really stirred up the plot for young Madison, who I have to say is my favourite character in this series. Katie Jennings has a real talent for giving her characters more layers than we see, and expect at first glance. I really loved bothg sides of Madison's character, and how as we progress through the novel we begin to see that her determination to succeed isn't just a greedy attempt to control the Vasser empire, but her desperate desire to regain some control that she lost when she was abandoned by Wyatt. Wyatt's return to her life starts to show us a more vulnerable side to her, and we begin to see how her cold and blunt affront is a shield from the hurt of her past. Wyatt's need to win Madison back, make up for his past mistakes and protect those he cares about most, all whilst maintaining his gorgeous, passionate and sarcastic self made him my favourite book boyfriend FOR LIFE! The modern day Rhett and Scarlett, their relationship is fiery, passionate and so damn romantic!
If all of that doesn't persuade you to go and read this book right now, I'll say it nice and clear: This is a must read!
6 Stars and on my list of favourite books ever!
'When Empires Fall' was a brilliant start to the Vasser Legacy series, with an electric storyline and some amazingly well-rounded characters.
Katie Jennings has a beautiful writing style that always sucks me into her stories, the events she writes always realistic, intriguing and having me on the edge of my seat in suspsense. The historical storyline made my hairs stand on end, and I loved how we were given little hints as to who the perpetrator was, but the big reveal was still shocking and surprising.
Whilst reading this book, I found myself so attached to each of the members of the Vasser family and admired that despite the issues that came up between them on occasion, they were always there for each other. Quinn was a real breath of fresh air as a character, and I adored her cheerful persona and glass half full type of optimism. I also could see why Grant found this uncomfortable at first, and instead of being annoyed at him for being broody, it made me enjoy the way their relationship developed at a slower pace even more. I also connected deeply to Lynette's character and thought she was a great match for Linc, with her realistic view of life. As much as I love the quick romances filled with lots of passion, I also liked how Lynette looked at things with a cool head and discouraged Linc from making rash decisions when in a hot temper.
And where would this amazing book be without the wonderful Wyatt? *sigh* Wyatt wasn't introduced early on in the book and his arrival really stirred up the plot for young Madison, who I have to say is my favourite character in this series. Katie Jennings has a real talent for giving her characters more layers than we see, and expect at first glance. I really loved bothg sides of Madison's character, and how as we progress through the novel we begin to see that her determination to succeed isn't just a greedy attempt to control the Vasser empire, but her desperate desire to regain some control that she lost when she was abandoned by Wyatt. Wyatt's return to her life starts to show us a more vulnerable side to her, and we begin to see how her cold and blunt affront is a shield from the hurt of her past. Wyatt's need to win Madison back, make up for his past mistakes and protect those he cares about most, all whilst maintaining his gorgeous, passionate and sarcastic self made him my favourite book boyfriend FOR LIFE! The modern day Rhett and Scarlett, their relationship is fiery, passionate and so damn romantic!
If all of that doesn't persuade you to go and read this book right now, I'll say it nice and clear: This is a must read!
6 Stars and on my list of favourite books ever!
October 25, 2012
I have spent the past six months reading through more indie books than I thought possible and I must say, in good faith, this is the most well written book I have come across yet. By that, I mean it follows the correct literary guidelines and Katie Jennings appears to have been kind enough to her readers to have the book edited in some form. For those reasons alone, I was compelled to continue reading.
The story revolves around a wealthy family whom inherited the family business of posh hotels. Except the hotels were passed down through the dirty deeds of one man, a man who killed his own father to gain custody of the hotels rather than his father's mistress. A great plot and, in this day in age not all that far fetched. The characters were written so well it was easy to forget I was a mere reader and not a character. However, as well written as this story was, the characters were often times written as redundant with the same characteristics repeated more times than necessary. I would have loved to seen Katie show more of the characteristics than simply tell about them. The scenes flowed well and the family so flawed they were easily believable. Finally, a family not portrayed as perfect. The plot thickens and mysteries revealed and all the while I can't wait to reach the end to see what this family will do. It is like reading an epic soap opera, one that I must continue to read.
All-in-all, this book had me spellbound. A great start in what appears to be a great series. This is the kind of book that emulates what independent authors should be producing as far as editing and content goes. My honest opinion is that the characters were quite young for the roles they played, but I'm reminded of the guy who is a millionaire thanks to a small social media project he started in college, so I suppose anything is possible. I applaud the author for a well written book and wonderful story line.
Tania L Ramos (author of, Be Still)
The story revolves around a wealthy family whom inherited the family business of posh hotels. Except the hotels were passed down through the dirty deeds of one man, a man who killed his own father to gain custody of the hotels rather than his father's mistress. A great plot and, in this day in age not all that far fetched. The characters were written so well it was easy to forget I was a mere reader and not a character. However, as well written as this story was, the characters were often times written as redundant with the same characteristics repeated more times than necessary. I would have loved to seen Katie show more of the characteristics than simply tell about them. The scenes flowed well and the family so flawed they were easily believable. Finally, a family not portrayed as perfect. The plot thickens and mysteries revealed and all the while I can't wait to reach the end to see what this family will do. It is like reading an epic soap opera, one that I must continue to read.
All-in-all, this book had me spellbound. A great start in what appears to be a great series. This is the kind of book that emulates what independent authors should be producing as far as editing and content goes. My honest opinion is that the characters were quite young for the roles they played, but I'm reminded of the guy who is a millionaire thanks to a small social media project he started in college, so I suppose anything is possible. I applaud the author for a well written book and wonderful story line.
Tania L Ramos (author of, Be Still)
September 3, 2016
This is not something that I would typically read, but since it was a freebie on Amazon, I decided “what the heck?” and downloaded it. And once I started it, I was pleasantly surprised that I liked it.
There’s mystery and intrigue and although much of it was revealed (intentionally), there were still some twists and turns having to do with the family legacy and the competition for who got to own the New York branch of the prestigious Vasser Hotels. The family drama and relationships was a bit soap opera-y, but not in a too terribly cheesy, over-acted way… it felt a lot more genuine than an afternoon soap. The characters were also very well fleshed out and I was never confused as to who was who. And dare I say it, the relationship aspect of it all, although it was stereotypical and very predictable, was interspersed in a way that it wasn’t front and center, but also wasn’t totally pushed to the back.
The style was pretty good… usually I’m not one to like long winded descriptions of things, but I didn’t really mind the wordiness of most of the story. It was there when the story was slower going and needed some background or clarification, but it was also there in just the right amount when the story had picked up and was going in a bunch of different directions at once. It was a bit repetitive in a couple of parts and there were some word choices that seemed to me a bit over used, but they were easy to read past.
In all it was a bit of a guilty pleasure… although it had the mystery and controversy and history that I enjoy reading in my normal genre choices, it also had enough of the family drama and relationships that I practically never read. It was a good, balance book all around and possible even will warrant a reread in the future. I’m also looking forward to getting my hands on the next book in the series, the ending on this one being just enough of a suspenseful cliffhanger to have me tapping my foot impatiently to start the next book.
There’s mystery and intrigue and although much of it was revealed (intentionally), there were still some twists and turns having to do with the family legacy and the competition for who got to own the New York branch of the prestigious Vasser Hotels. The family drama and relationships was a bit soap opera-y, but not in a too terribly cheesy, over-acted way… it felt a lot more genuine than an afternoon soap. The characters were also very well fleshed out and I was never confused as to who was who. And dare I say it, the relationship aspect of it all, although it was stereotypical and very predictable, was interspersed in a way that it wasn’t front and center, but also wasn’t totally pushed to the back.
The style was pretty good… usually I’m not one to like long winded descriptions of things, but I didn’t really mind the wordiness of most of the story. It was there when the story was slower going and needed some background or clarification, but it was also there in just the right amount when the story had picked up and was going in a bunch of different directions at once. It was a bit repetitive in a couple of parts and there were some word choices that seemed to me a bit over used, but they were easy to read past.
In all it was a bit of a guilty pleasure… although it had the mystery and controversy and history that I enjoy reading in my normal genre choices, it also had enough of the family drama and relationships that I practically never read. It was a good, balance book all around and possible even will warrant a reread in the future. I’m also looking forward to getting my hands on the next book in the series, the ending on this one being just enough of a suspenseful cliffhanger to have me tapping my foot impatiently to start the next book.
May 24, 2013
Synopsis
The Vassers are America's greatest family, an empire forged in steel and stone, wealth and prestige. They're in the business of luxury hotels...and murder. When the truth is exposed through the letters of a dead woman, all hell breaks loose. The family tries to cope with the allegation that what they thought was a decades old suicide was actually the cold-blooded murder of one of their own.
Review
When I was a teenager I was enamored of the Days of Our Lives. You remember, the soap opera extraordinaire in which love affairs, secret deals and heartbreaking romances are served up in daily hour long segments? I watched that show for years and loved it.
Then I watched an episode as an adult and was far less impressed. Why? The characters were pretty much the same (some were even played by the same actors), the plot line had continued, the thrills, chills and intrigue were all there, just as they had been before. The only way I can explain it is that I had changed. There was nothing wrong with the show, but I was different and it was no longer my cup of cinematic tea.
When Empires Fall by Katie Jennings made me think fondly of Days of Our Lives. It has all the hallmarks of a really good soap. Deeply driven characters, fantastic settings, star crossed lovers, passion/hatred and a super-rich protagonist whose empire is endangered by a mysterious secret that isn’t even his. Plot twists abound, but each one is logical and well presented. There’s even an adorably spunky female heroine trying to make her way in the world. (She was my favorite character.)
For anyone who enjoys this genre, you will probably love When Empires Fall and the entire Vassar Legacy Series. It is a hot blooded read with interesting characters and an engaging plot.
The Vassers are America's greatest family, an empire forged in steel and stone, wealth and prestige. They're in the business of luxury hotels...and murder. When the truth is exposed through the letters of a dead woman, all hell breaks loose. The family tries to cope with the allegation that what they thought was a decades old suicide was actually the cold-blooded murder of one of their own.
Review
When I was a teenager I was enamored of the Days of Our Lives. You remember, the soap opera extraordinaire in which love affairs, secret deals and heartbreaking romances are served up in daily hour long segments? I watched that show for years and loved it.
Then I watched an episode as an adult and was far less impressed. Why? The characters were pretty much the same (some were even played by the same actors), the plot line had continued, the thrills, chills and intrigue were all there, just as they had been before. The only way I can explain it is that I had changed. There was nothing wrong with the show, but I was different and it was no longer my cup of cinematic tea.
When Empires Fall by Katie Jennings made me think fondly of Days of Our Lives. It has all the hallmarks of a really good soap. Deeply driven characters, fantastic settings, star crossed lovers, passion/hatred and a super-rich protagonist whose empire is endangered by a mysterious secret that isn’t even his. Plot twists abound, but each one is logical and well presented. There’s even an adorably spunky female heroine trying to make her way in the world. (She was my favorite character.)
For anyone who enjoys this genre, you will probably love When Empires Fall and the entire Vassar Legacy Series. It is a hot blooded read with interesting characters and an engaging plot.
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