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Night Thief
After the fall of the Mayan civilization, Kane, an immortal Night Walker, has taken refuge in France for over 800 years. The modern world holds little interest for him until the night he meets the Golden Thief and is robbed of much more than his pocket watch.
Marguerite Rousseau is living a double life. By day she is the assistant to an eccentric French artist, Antoine Berjon, and by night she dons elegant evening gowns to woo French dignitaries before lifting their wallets.
Sparks ignite when Kane captures the thief, but Marguerite harbors a dark secret that could ruin them both.
Marguerite Rousseau is living a double life. By day she is the assistant to an eccentric French artist, Antoine Berjon, and by night she dons elegant evening gowns to woo French dignitaries before lifting their wallets.
Sparks ignite when Kane captures the thief, but Marguerite harbors a dark secret that could ruin them both.
109 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 27, 2012
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Lisa Kessler is a Best Selling author of passionate, page-turning paranormal fiction. She's a two-time San Diego Book Award winner for Best Published Fantasy-Sci-fi-Horror and Best Published Romance. Her books have also won the PRISM award, the Award of Excellence, the National Excellence in Romantic Fiction Award, the Award of Merit from the Holt Medallion, and an International Digital Award for Best Paranormal.
Her short stories have been published in print anthologies and magazines, and her vampire story, Immortal Beloved, was a finalist for a Bram Stoker award.
She also publishes horror and thriller novels under the pseudonym, L.A. Kessler.
When she's not writing, Lisa is a professional vocalist and tarot card reader. Her first tarot deck, Practical Tarot, is being release by Beyond Words Publishing with a companion book, Practical Tarot: Learn to read tarot cards intuitively in 2025.
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Lisa Kessler is a Best Selling author of passionate, page-turning paranormal fiction. She's a two-time San Diego Book Award winner for Best Published Fantasy-Sci-fi-Horror and Best Published Romance. Her books have also won the PRISM award, the Award of Excellence, the National Excellence in Romantic Fiction Award, the Award of Merit from the Holt Medallion, and an International Digital Award for Best Paranormal.
Her short stories have been published in print anthologies and magazines, and her vampire story, Immortal Beloved, was a finalist for a Bram Stoker award.
She also publishes horror and thriller novels under the pseudonym, L.A. Kessler.
When she's not writing, Lisa is a professional vocalist and tarot card reader. Her first tarot deck, Practical Tarot, is being release by Beyond Words Publishing with a companion book, Practical Tarot: Learn to read tarot cards intuitively in 2025.
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September 29, 2012
I had so much fun writing this book!
I hope you'll enjoy reading it too...
Lisa :)
I hope you'll enjoy reading it too...
Lisa :)
November 6, 2012
Marguerite Rousseau was forced into a double life that she leads. During the day, she's known as the Le Voleur D’or, the golden thief. And at night, she's subjugated to that of a servant to an evil, malevolent oppressor.
Kane watched from afar as the golden haired beauty lured her victims to complacency until they find themselves stripped off their riches. When an opportunity afforded him the chance to uncover the real Marguerite, Kane was surprised with how familiar she was with his secret life. Though his kind is something she has no knowledge of, there are certainly other creatures
This is my intro to Lisa Kessler's literary world. Historical Paranormal Romance is quite a novelty in my shelves so I wasn't at all expecting the surprise I got in this novella. What I got was a story that gave everything it had promised without giving me an impression that I'd missed something. Romance, suspense and a glimpse at an opulent world darkened by the creatures that stalked their preys at night.
Her immortal characters are derivative of vampires whose appetites tend to favour those who didn't deserve to live. And while they audaciously consider themselves judge, jury and executioner, I'm all for vigilante justice.
The romance was as good and surprisingly not lacking in steam for a book so slight. The characters' mutual attractions were as natural as Lisa's writing. I'm more inclined to check out the rest of the series after reading this little bitty. I just know that there's a lot more in store with interesting characters that I'm dying to get to know.
Night Thief was the perfect introduction to this series. It will whet your appetite just so that you would crave the subsequent books before you even finish this one. I, for one, have just become a follower.
Kane watched from afar as the golden haired beauty lured her victims to complacency until they find themselves stripped off their riches. When an opportunity afforded him the chance to uncover the real Marguerite, Kane was surprised with how familiar she was with his secret life. Though his kind is something she has no knowledge of, there are certainly other creatures
This is my intro to Lisa Kessler's literary world. Historical Paranormal Romance is quite a novelty in my shelves so I wasn't at all expecting the surprise I got in this novella. What I got was a story that gave everything it had promised without giving me an impression that I'd missed something. Romance, suspense and a glimpse at an opulent world darkened by the creatures that stalked their preys at night.
Her immortal characters are derivative of vampires whose appetites tend to favour those who didn't deserve to live. And while they audaciously consider themselves judge, jury and executioner, I'm all for vigilante justice.
The romance was as good and surprisingly not lacking in steam for a book so slight. The characters' mutual attractions were as natural as Lisa's writing. I'm more inclined to check out the rest of the series after reading this little bitty. I just know that there's a lot more in store with interesting characters that I'm dying to get to know.
Night Thief was the perfect introduction to this series. It will whet your appetite just so that you would crave the subsequent books before you even finish this one. I, for one, have just become a follower.
October 10, 2012
Lisa Kessler has done it again with an amazing addition to her NIGHT series. This time, we went with her back in time. I love the angst and passion of her characters and the way she paints a picture of the setting. I felt like I was in Paris with the hero and heroine. Can't wait for the next book in the series!
April 8, 2013
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October 29, 2012
A quick and enticing bite from The Night Series world; Night Thief, was a fantastic little read to whet my appetite for the next full-length release in the spring, Night Demon.
Marguerite Rousseau is willing to lie, steal and cheat to get the money she needs to escape her sadistic master to the New World with her young cousin and as Le Voleur D’or, she gets away with it. Until one mysterious nobleman isn't fooled by her seductive act. Kane Bordeaux has been around centuries, living in France since the genocide of his people. As a Night Walker, Kane protects humans by night and feeds on the blood of the depraved but never truly lives until he witnesses a woman lifting the purse off a gentleman. Intrigued by the Golden Thief, he lures her nearer by tempting her with his pocket watch. But one night in his company leads to severe punishment from her master and Kane is determined to keep her safe but Marguerite doesn't hand out her trust easily. Vampire or Night Walker? Savior or monster? Who is the elegant stranger who claims to want only to protect her and ignites a burning passion inside of her?
Packed full of suspense; Night Thief was one huge story in small packaging. I was actually worried towards the end there that there wouldn't be a HEA for these characters! A prequel to the Night series, despite the #1.5, Night Thief entrances readers with Kane, one of the first Night Walkers and a God among his people. Sadly though, thanks to an un-stoppable demon, Kane had to leave his brothers and leads a pretty solitary existence now in France. I loved how despite societies strictures he never fully conformed to what those in his class would consider fashionable or even acceptable. He lived his life how he saw fit , not others. Even when Marguerite thought him to be a monster, he stayed true to himself. The chemistry between Kane and Marguerite was palpable and I was rooting for them from the beginning. Marguerite was such a strong and determined character as well, I really enjoyed reading about her and Kane. A wonderful read from author Lisa Kessler and I look forward to more from this fantastic paranormal romance series!
Marguerite Rousseau is willing to lie, steal and cheat to get the money she needs to escape her sadistic master to the New World with her young cousin and as Le Voleur D’or, she gets away with it. Until one mysterious nobleman isn't fooled by her seductive act. Kane Bordeaux has been around centuries, living in France since the genocide of his people. As a Night Walker, Kane protects humans by night and feeds on the blood of the depraved but never truly lives until he witnesses a woman lifting the purse off a gentleman. Intrigued by the Golden Thief, he lures her nearer by tempting her with his pocket watch. But one night in his company leads to severe punishment from her master and Kane is determined to keep her safe but Marguerite doesn't hand out her trust easily. Vampire or Night Walker? Savior or monster? Who is the elegant stranger who claims to want only to protect her and ignites a burning passion inside of her?
Packed full of suspense; Night Thief was one huge story in small packaging. I was actually worried towards the end there that there wouldn't be a HEA for these characters! A prequel to the Night series, despite the #1.5, Night Thief entrances readers with Kane, one of the first Night Walkers and a God among his people. Sadly though, thanks to an un-stoppable demon, Kane had to leave his brothers and leads a pretty solitary existence now in France. I loved how despite societies strictures he never fully conformed to what those in his class would consider fashionable or even acceptable. He lived his life how he saw fit , not others. Even when Marguerite thought him to be a monster, he stayed true to himself. The chemistry between Kane and Marguerite was palpable and I was rooting for them from the beginning. Marguerite was such a strong and determined character as well, I really enjoyed reading about her and Kane. A wonderful read from author Lisa Kessler and I look forward to more from this fantastic paranormal romance series!
June 25, 2013
I finished this book rather quickly, as it is a quick read. With the first chapter I was really unsure of how I was going to feel about this book, yet I kept reading, as I was still intrigued. The synopsis of the book is really what grabbed my attention in the first place and knew I would have to give it more than a chapter to get to the good stuff.
I will have to say that I now think that I am a new fan of Lisa Kessler, and I am so ready to read the other stories that are a part of the Night Series. I love that she is not repetitive with descriptions as some romance writers can be. I loved the character development and growth that you saw with Rita, and of course who would not love Kane! The idea of shape-shifting,and immortality both really appealed to me as well. My brain was in overload, but in a good way. I kept chanting to myself. "vampires, gods, and a thief. Oh my!". I have also become someone who loves nothing more than to be able to dive into the world, based and the description. With the mention of actual places in Paris, slight French here and there, and just the overall descriptions given I truly felt immersed in this book and the world that was in it!
I am giving this book 4 stars instead of five for two main reasons:
1. While I knew it was a novella from the beginning I wished for more.
2. I for some reason did, as I mentioned, have a bit of trouble getting into in during the first bit.
I cannot wait to start on the first actual book in the Night Series and hope that it grabs me the way that this wonderfully written novella did!!
*In full complete disclosure I was given a free copy of this book to read and review for my honest opinion. This is my honest opinion and was in no way persuaded one way or another by the author or anyone else!
I will have to say that I now think that I am a new fan of Lisa Kessler, and I am so ready to read the other stories that are a part of the Night Series. I love that she is not repetitive with descriptions as some romance writers can be. I loved the character development and growth that you saw with Rita, and of course who would not love Kane! The idea of shape-shifting,and immortality both really appealed to me as well. My brain was in overload, but in a good way. I kept chanting to myself. "vampires, gods, and a thief. Oh my!". I have also become someone who loves nothing more than to be able to dive into the world, based and the description. With the mention of actual places in Paris, slight French here and there, and just the overall descriptions given I truly felt immersed in this book and the world that was in it!
I am giving this book 4 stars instead of five for two main reasons:
1. While I knew it was a novella from the beginning I wished for more.
2. I for some reason did, as I mentioned, have a bit of trouble getting into in during the first bit.
I cannot wait to start on the first actual book in the Night Series and hope that it grabs me the way that this wonderfully written novella did!!
*In full complete disclosure I was given a free copy of this book to read and review for my honest opinion. This is my honest opinion and was in no way persuaded one way or another by the author or anyone else!
October 5, 2012
OMG! This is absolutely wonderful.. 18+ Read only..
Lisa has done it again!
I absolutely adore Lisa's crisp and clean writing style, she has a gift for writing and this novella is proof of that in itself.
I love this flow of this story, perfectly paced, with twists and turns that just boggled my mind. Kane is NOT a vampire, he is a 100% delicious, sexy, and HAWT DAYUM Immortal Night Walker.
Marguerite has her own agenda and when their worlds colide, is when this read really takes off and I could not put it down. This is a perfect bedtime story that will leave you soaring with heartfelt emotions..
I recommend this read for those of us who like steamy reads 18 and above due to its sexual content..
I so cannot wait for Night Demon to be released...
5 out of 5 Hearts
Lovetiggi's Book Reviews
Lisa has done it again!
I absolutely adore Lisa's crisp and clean writing style, she has a gift for writing and this novella is proof of that in itself.
I love this flow of this story, perfectly paced, with twists and turns that just boggled my mind. Kane is NOT a vampire, he is a 100% delicious, sexy, and HAWT DAYUM Immortal Night Walker.
Marguerite has her own agenda and when their worlds colide, is when this read really takes off and I could not put it down. This is a perfect bedtime story that will leave you soaring with heartfelt emotions..
I recommend this read for those of us who like steamy reads 18 and above due to its sexual content..
I so cannot wait for Night Demon to be released...
5 out of 5 Hearts
Lovetiggi's Book Reviews
October 13, 2012
If you enjoy historical romances with a paranormal twist then this is the novella for you!
Kane & Marguerite (Rita) both spot each other at a party and their curiosities are roused. Hers because of his presence and the confidence he exudes and his because he could have sworn she just pickpocketed an unsuspecting gentleman while flirting with him.
I loved the tension between Kane and Rita as they try to figure out each others secrets without divulging their own, it soon becomes apparent that they must trust each other if they want Rita to live.
I liked Rita, she's fiesty and even with her faults her heart was in the right place. Kane was allsorts of yummy, my kind of protector! I loved them together, I believe they will make a good team and I hope to see them in future books.
Kane & Marguerite (Rita) both spot each other at a party and their curiosities are roused. Hers because of his presence and the confidence he exudes and his because he could have sworn she just pickpocketed an unsuspecting gentleman while flirting with him.
I loved the tension between Kane and Rita as they try to figure out each others secrets without divulging their own, it soon becomes apparent that they must trust each other if they want Rita to live.
I liked Rita, she's fiesty and even with her faults her heart was in the right place. Kane was allsorts of yummy, my kind of protector! I loved them together, I believe they will make a good team and I hope to see them in future books.
September 30, 2012
Night Thief is everything you can ask for in a full length book wrapped up in a novella. Kane and Rita's characters are well built and easy to form a connection with. An amazing addition to Lisa's Night Series but can be read as a stand alone. If you have read her first book Night Walker this will help ease the waiting pains until Night Demon is released and for anyone who has not yet read Night Walker I have to highly suggest that you do. This series is not one to miss and both books in it so far are definite MUST reads!!
October 1, 2012
Review coming soon...
October 31, 2012
Originally posted at Reading Reality
Night Thief is both a prequel and a sequel to Lisa Kessler's Night Walker, the first published book in her Night series. I'll say up front that I loved Night Walker (review here), and I read Night Thief because I was eager to learn more of her mysterious creatures who are, but are not quite, vampires.
Night Thief takes place earlier in history, Paris in the 1840s instead of San Diego California in the present, but we read it after Night Walker, so we know the Night Walkers. Also, the hero of Night Walker was made, while the hero of Night Thief was born. Kane has a much longer history.
But the love story doesn't.
The greatest enemy of the immortal isn't a weapon, it seems to be boredom. Or ennui. Kane is getting bored. In Paris!
Napoleon has just died and Kane is watching the funeral procession when he spots Marguerite. Not for the first time. They've been stalking each other. She wants to rob him, and he wants to catch her. Not because he cares about her thefts, but because the thief known as the Le Voleur D'or shakes him out of his doldrums.
Marguerite is more than just a pretty face. She's even more than just a pretty thief. She already knows that the world holds more terrors than even the recent Revolution could have imagined. And that not all those terrors are human. Or at least, not human any longer.
Kane sees a spirited woman who has been harmed, and wants to protect her. Needs to protect her. His spirit cries out that he must.
Marguerite knows that any man who does not appear between the hours of sunrise and sunset is something otherworldly. Her experience of such is that he must be a monster, just like her master. She has no experience of the otherworld that is not monstrous.
It is only when Kane trusts her enough to let her see what he really is, that she discovers that not all who hunt the night are evil. Some protect. This one wants to protect her. At all costs.
Even against the vampire who once saved her.
Escape Rating B+: Marguerite's dilemma is what catches the reader. She knows that there are things out there, she lives with one. He abuses her every night. Her master is a vampire. She steals in order to get enough money to escape him. Not just for herself, but also for her cousin. The ocean might be enough distance. She doesn't know the bastard is toying with her.
Kane is her rescue, but only if she can believe in him. The worst part, for Marguerite, is that Antoine, the vampire, used to be her rescuer. Her father beat her, and Antoine got her out. But that was before he went vampire, of course. Now he's the bad guy, and she needs another white knight. Maybe that should be a red knight. She's aware that being rescued isn't all it's cracked up to be, that rescuers can become victimizers in their turn. Rescuing herself was a better idea, if she could have pulled it off.
In some ways, Night Thief doesn't have the depth that Night Walker did. Calisto loved his love for two centuries, he just had to wait for her to be reincarnated. Kane has been around for much, much longer, but his history, stretching back to the Mayan Empire is only hinted at. I'd like to know more about how the Night Walkers came to be, and came to be scattered to the four winds. There's a tragic story in their background, and I want to read it.
Guess I'll have to wait for Night Demon to learn more. Darn.
Night Thief is both a prequel and a sequel to Lisa Kessler's Night Walker, the first published book in her Night series. I'll say up front that I loved Night Walker (review here), and I read Night Thief because I was eager to learn more of her mysterious creatures who are, but are not quite, vampires.
Night Thief takes place earlier in history, Paris in the 1840s instead of San Diego California in the present, but we read it after Night Walker, so we know the Night Walkers. Also, the hero of Night Walker was made, while the hero of Night Thief was born. Kane has a much longer history.
But the love story doesn't.
The greatest enemy of the immortal isn't a weapon, it seems to be boredom. Or ennui. Kane is getting bored. In Paris!
Napoleon has just died and Kane is watching the funeral procession when he spots Marguerite. Not for the first time. They've been stalking each other. She wants to rob him, and he wants to catch her. Not because he cares about her thefts, but because the thief known as the Le Voleur D'or shakes him out of his doldrums.
Marguerite is more than just a pretty face. She's even more than just a pretty thief. She already knows that the world holds more terrors than even the recent Revolution could have imagined. And that not all those terrors are human. Or at least, not human any longer.
Kane sees a spirited woman who has been harmed, and wants to protect her. Needs to protect her. His spirit cries out that he must.
Marguerite knows that any man who does not appear between the hours of sunrise and sunset is something otherworldly. Her experience of such is that he must be a monster, just like her master. She has no experience of the otherworld that is not monstrous.
It is only when Kane trusts her enough to let her see what he really is, that she discovers that not all who hunt the night are evil. Some protect. This one wants to protect her. At all costs.
Even against the vampire who once saved her.
Escape Rating B+: Marguerite's dilemma is what catches the reader. She knows that there are things out there, she lives with one. He abuses her every night. Her master is a vampire. She steals in order to get enough money to escape him. Not just for herself, but also for her cousin. The ocean might be enough distance. She doesn't know the bastard is toying with her.
Kane is her rescue, but only if she can believe in him. The worst part, for Marguerite, is that Antoine, the vampire, used to be her rescuer. Her father beat her, and Antoine got her out. But that was before he went vampire, of course. Now he's the bad guy, and she needs another white knight. Maybe that should be a red knight. She's aware that being rescued isn't all it's cracked up to be, that rescuers can become victimizers in their turn. Rescuing herself was a better idea, if she could have pulled it off.
In some ways, Night Thief doesn't have the depth that Night Walker did. Calisto loved his love for two centuries, he just had to wait for her to be reincarnated. Kane has been around for much, much longer, but his history, stretching back to the Mayan Empire is only hinted at. I'd like to know more about how the Night Walkers came to be, and came to be scattered to the four winds. There's a tragic story in their background, and I want to read it.
Guess I'll have to wait for Night Demon to learn more. Darn.
October 24, 2012
Night Thief Review on K-Books
"Love will not change who and what we are."
I have a major major love for Lisa Kessler's books. Back when I first started blogging I received this awesome novella for review called Across the Veil and there was no looking back. I was obsessed. And Lisa was the first author to truly talk to me and actually be interested in what I had to say so it's fair to say she was my very first author friend. Since then I have totally been stalking (not in a creepy way I promise) all of Lisa's work and I absolutely adored the first installment in the Night Series Night Walker, I mean really who wouldn't love Calisto? So anyway I have been dying to read more from Lisa so I was dying to read Night Thief. A big thank you to the awesome people over at Entangled Publishing for providing me with a review copy.
Kane is beautiful, mysterious and super yummy. But he has a secret, he is a Night Walker. Not usually interested in the mortal world it is a surprise when he comes across Marguerite, the woman who thieves to try and improve the life of her and her cousin. Kane cannot resist the mysterious and incredibly beautiful Marguerite but is he chasing after someone who is after nothng more than his riches? Marguerite will do anything to make a better safer life for her and her cousin but when she meets Kane she starts feeling things she has never felt before. But can she trust her heart when it has betrayed her before?
I absolutely adored this novella. It was crazy amazing. Lisa's writing style is just absolutely phenomenal. She just instantly draws the attention into this world and you truly become so emotionally invested in these characters where you cannot possibly stop reading until you know what happens. I was completely captured by these new characters and I just had to know what was going to happen. This was a one-sitting read.
Kane, *insert dreamy sigh here*. Wow, I never really thought anyone could really beat Calisto but I fell head over heels for Kane. He is so swoon-worthy. He is incredibly sweet and romantic and is definitely the character that every girl will wish was real because he is just incredibly amazing. I also really loved Marguerite. She is such a great character and you see her really grow throughout the book. She is a total kick-ass heroine who will do anything to protect her family and those she cares about and you get to experience everything with her. The fear for hers and her cousin's life, her hesitence at her feelings for Kane and her finally allowing herself to open her heart again.
This was without a doubt a fantastic love story and I truly loved every moment of it. I'm pretty sure there is absolutely nothing that Lisa can write that I will not fall head-over-heels in love with. I adored every moment for and I cannot wait for book 2 in the Night Series, Night Demon. No doubt it's going to be absolutely amazing. If you want a short novella you can read fairly quickly filled with heart-stopping romance and pulse-pounding heat this is definitely the book for you. It was incredible!
"The thought that he could share his world with Rita for eternity was the greatest temptation he'd ever known."
"Love will not change who and what we are."
I have a major major love for Lisa Kessler's books. Back when I first started blogging I received this awesome novella for review called Across the Veil and there was no looking back. I was obsessed. And Lisa was the first author to truly talk to me and actually be interested in what I had to say so it's fair to say she was my very first author friend. Since then I have totally been stalking (not in a creepy way I promise) all of Lisa's work and I absolutely adored the first installment in the Night Series Night Walker, I mean really who wouldn't love Calisto? So anyway I have been dying to read more from Lisa so I was dying to read Night Thief. A big thank you to the awesome people over at Entangled Publishing for providing me with a review copy.
Kane is beautiful, mysterious and super yummy. But he has a secret, he is a Night Walker. Not usually interested in the mortal world it is a surprise when he comes across Marguerite, the woman who thieves to try and improve the life of her and her cousin. Kane cannot resist the mysterious and incredibly beautiful Marguerite but is he chasing after someone who is after nothng more than his riches? Marguerite will do anything to make a better safer life for her and her cousin but when she meets Kane she starts feeling things she has never felt before. But can she trust her heart when it has betrayed her before?
I absolutely adored this novella. It was crazy amazing. Lisa's writing style is just absolutely phenomenal. She just instantly draws the attention into this world and you truly become so emotionally invested in these characters where you cannot possibly stop reading until you know what happens. I was completely captured by these new characters and I just had to know what was going to happen. This was a one-sitting read.
Kane, *insert dreamy sigh here*. Wow, I never really thought anyone could really beat Calisto but I fell head over heels for Kane. He is so swoon-worthy. He is incredibly sweet and romantic and is definitely the character that every girl will wish was real because he is just incredibly amazing. I also really loved Marguerite. She is such a great character and you see her really grow throughout the book. She is a total kick-ass heroine who will do anything to protect her family and those she cares about and you get to experience everything with her. The fear for hers and her cousin's life, her hesitence at her feelings for Kane and her finally allowing herself to open her heart again.
This was without a doubt a fantastic love story and I truly loved every moment of it. I'm pretty sure there is absolutely nothing that Lisa can write that I will not fall head-over-heels in love with. I adored every moment for and I cannot wait for book 2 in the Night Series, Night Demon. No doubt it's going to be absolutely amazing. If you want a short novella you can read fairly quickly filled with heart-stopping romance and pulse-pounding heat this is definitely the book for you. It was incredible!
"The thought that he could share his world with Rita for eternity was the greatest temptation he'd ever known."
August 18, 2019
Jane and ruta
What an enchanting story of nightstands this is my second book of th I as genre very well written so glad rita and Jane has there heart would highly recimnend
What an enchanting story of nightstands this is my second book of th I as genre very well written so glad rita and Jane has there heart would highly recimnend
March 6, 2014
THE SHORT: Steamy and well-written historical PNR blending vampire and shifter lore with an element of ancient Mayan legends. As a prequel, definitely worked to make me want to learn more about this author's world via the full-length novels in the Night series. Recommended for PNR lovers seeking a quick & easy read with a slightly different twist (even those who don’t normally read HR because the historical details don’t predominate).
THE LONG: I really enjoyed NIGHT THIEF by NTM author, Lisa Kessler. It combined two of my favorite genres—HR and PNR—and was a perfect choice for a light, sexy read. Given that NIGHT THIEF is a novella, this review is written in very general terms (otherwise, I could give most of the story away).
As a mini-intro to the Night series, there was sufficient world-building to carry the storyline. However, I do have some lingering questions as to Kane’s exact nature and beginnings, as well as certain other tidbits, so in that sense, NIGHT THIEF worked to capture my interest enough to read the next book, “Night Walker”, in order to learn more about Kane and others like him.
Ms. Kessler did a very good job of quickly drawing sympathetic MCs. Kane is an age-weary immortal resigned to remain apart from the mortals whom he protects. Meanwhile, Marguerite is an independent and creative female seeking freedom from her situation. As expected for a novella, their relationship/romance proceeds very quickly but again, enough is provided by the end so that the reader can believe in their HEA.
RE: historical accuracy, I’m not too demanding in my HR reads so I’m usually satisfied if there aren’t glaring errors or inconsistencies. I admit that more than my usual suspension of disbelief was required re: Marguerite’s nighttime activities, and there were a few other minor off-points (but not enough to weaken the story). But overall, I liked how Ms. Kessler incorporated enough background details to maintain the feel of HR (specifically, France in 1840) throughout the story without overwhelming the PNR aspect of NIGHT THIEF.
If I had any quibbles with NIGHT THIEF, then they would be more along technical lines (e.g., one character’s dialogue mixed with general narrative or another’s POV), as well as certain mistakes in the small amount of French used in the story. IMVHO, if an author elects to use foreign phrases, then the same should be properly used and punctuated. Why? So that those who know the language won’t mentally wince while others can learn something new correctly. (E.g., the gender of “thief” in French is dependent on the person. Thus, “La Voleuse d’Or” should’ve been used in the story.)
Minor quibbles aside, NIGHT THIEF was a perfect introduction to a NTM author. And based on my experience, I look forward to reading more of Ms. Kessler’s works and perhaps meeting up with Kane and Marguerite in a different story. :)
* Review copy provided by the author via the PNR NaUBA group Author/Reader Exchange
THE LONG: I really enjoyed NIGHT THIEF by NTM author, Lisa Kessler. It combined two of my favorite genres—HR and PNR—and was a perfect choice for a light, sexy read. Given that NIGHT THIEF is a novella, this review is written in very general terms (otherwise, I could give most of the story away).
As a mini-intro to the Night series, there was sufficient world-building to carry the storyline. However, I do have some lingering questions as to Kane’s exact nature and beginnings, as well as certain other tidbits, so in that sense, NIGHT THIEF worked to capture my interest enough to read the next book, “Night Walker”, in order to learn more about Kane and others like him.
Ms. Kessler did a very good job of quickly drawing sympathetic MCs. Kane is an age-weary immortal resigned to remain apart from the mortals whom he protects. Meanwhile, Marguerite is an independent and creative female seeking freedom from her situation. As expected for a novella, their relationship/romance proceeds very quickly but again, enough is provided by the end so that the reader can believe in their HEA.
RE: historical accuracy, I’m not too demanding in my HR reads so I’m usually satisfied if there aren’t glaring errors or inconsistencies. I admit that more than my usual suspension of disbelief was required re: Marguerite’s nighttime activities, and there were a few other minor off-points (but not enough to weaken the story). But overall, I liked how Ms. Kessler incorporated enough background details to maintain the feel of HR (specifically, France in 1840) throughout the story without overwhelming the PNR aspect of NIGHT THIEF.
If I had any quibbles with NIGHT THIEF, then they would be more along technical lines (e.g., one character’s dialogue mixed with general narrative or another’s POV), as well as certain mistakes in the small amount of French used in the story. IMVHO, if an author elects to use foreign phrases, then the same should be properly used and punctuated. Why? So that those who know the language won’t mentally wince while others can learn something new correctly. (E.g., the gender of “thief” in French is dependent on the person. Thus, “La Voleuse d’Or” should’ve been used in the story.)
Minor quibbles aside, NIGHT THIEF was a perfect introduction to a NTM author. And based on my experience, I look forward to reading more of Ms. Kessler’s works and perhaps meeting up with Kane and Marguerite in a different story. :)
* Review copy provided by the author via the PNR NaUBA group Author/Reader Exchange
March 13, 2013
4.25 stars
Kane has been living among the humans in France since his brothers spread around the world after the fall of the Mayan civilization. As a Night Walker he roams the night feeding on those who mean to cause harm to others and has no tolerance for posturing in France's high society. One night his attention is drawn to a beautiful blond woman who has stolen from another man. He is determined to know more about her and sets out to meet her. However, he was not counting on how he would react to her.
Marguerite is a servant of an artist. She steals from rich men who are paying more attention to her beauty than their pockets so she could escape her situation. During her nightly outings she has noticed the handsome man with the gold-tipped cane and set her sights on him. But like Kane, she is not expecting to be drawn to him or to be found out. She is even more surprised by his kindness and tender ways. Even after finding out what he is she can't stay away.
Night Thief is a novella in The Night series, but it can be read as a stand alone too. This time around Lisa Kessler brings to the page Kane's story as a Night Walker. I enjoyed how she went about setting the ground for the next book in the series while still telling Kane and Marguerite's romantic tale. What follows are a series of events, revelations and declarations that will keep you engaged in this story until the very end.
I appreciated how she brought to the page the connection between Kane and Marguerite in a way that made it seem plausible for these two to get together. They both had their doubts and hesitations, especially Marquerite, which was completely understandable considering her situation, but their attraction was hard to deny and their connection was strong from the beginning and they couldn't stay away from each other. I enjoyed their banter and flirtatious and honest dialogue. It revealed a lot about their personalities, concerns and attraction for each other.
The conflict in the story was engaging and interesting too, which only added to my enjoyment of this novella. It was great to learn about Kane and his brothers' story and I am curious to know the Night Walkers and their world. Lisa Kessler managed to pack a lot of history, facts and emotions in this novella and I am certainly looking forward to Night Demon, the next book in the series, which releases on March 18th.
I received this title from Entangled Publishing in exchange of my honest opinion.
Kane has been living among the humans in France since his brothers spread around the world after the fall of the Mayan civilization. As a Night Walker he roams the night feeding on those who mean to cause harm to others and has no tolerance for posturing in France's high society. One night his attention is drawn to a beautiful blond woman who has stolen from another man. He is determined to know more about her and sets out to meet her. However, he was not counting on how he would react to her.
Marguerite is a servant of an artist. She steals from rich men who are paying more attention to her beauty than their pockets so she could escape her situation. During her nightly outings she has noticed the handsome man with the gold-tipped cane and set her sights on him. But like Kane, she is not expecting to be drawn to him or to be found out. She is even more surprised by his kindness and tender ways. Even after finding out what he is she can't stay away.
Night Thief is a novella in The Night series, but it can be read as a stand alone too. This time around Lisa Kessler brings to the page Kane's story as a Night Walker. I enjoyed how she went about setting the ground for the next book in the series while still telling Kane and Marguerite's romantic tale. What follows are a series of events, revelations and declarations that will keep you engaged in this story until the very end.
I appreciated how she brought to the page the connection between Kane and Marguerite in a way that made it seem plausible for these two to get together. They both had their doubts and hesitations, especially Marquerite, which was completely understandable considering her situation, but their attraction was hard to deny and their connection was strong from the beginning and they couldn't stay away from each other. I enjoyed their banter and flirtatious and honest dialogue. It revealed a lot about their personalities, concerns and attraction for each other.
The conflict in the story was engaging and interesting too, which only added to my enjoyment of this novella. It was great to learn about Kane and his brothers' story and I am curious to know the Night Walkers and their world. Lisa Kessler managed to pack a lot of history, facts and emotions in this novella and I am certainly looking forward to Night Demon, the next book in the series, which releases on March 18th.
I received this title from Entangled Publishing in exchange of my honest opinion.
December 16, 2012
I could easily see the Night Walker series turning into one of my guilty pleasures. For me, it has a little bit of that Christine Feehan Carpathian feel. Old world, powerful heroes who are like vampires, but not quite vampires. Men who cherish their women, treat them like they hung the moon, and have a kind of hot sex with them that feels more sensual than dirty. All that good stuff without any white lightning, molten cores, or velvet over iron.
This particular story is kind of sequel, or maybe even a prequel, to Night Walker. It works either way, set in the past of the same world with no overlapping characters. Our hero, Kane, is a Night Walker --a shapeshifter who happens to enter a death-like state during the day and drinks blood to survive. Very different from a vampire -- who enters a death-like state during the day, drinks blood to survive, and terrorizes beautiful young women like our heroine, Marguerite.
The lovely Rita is enslaved to an evil vamp --and she is working as pickpocket to earn enough money to escape him with her cousin. She is engaged in a theft when she first catches Kane's eye. He is drawn to her, and as he gets to know her better, that attraction only grows. For the first time in centuries, he is enamored of a mortal and he reaches out for a connection to her.
Of course, her vampire master has other ideas. But where would a story be without conflict?
I really liked watching Kane fall for Rita and renewing his ability to love someone. Granted, he fell in love with her in, like, five seconds, but still... It's one of those larger than life vampire romances, where he just knows she's the one. The sex is pretty good and I think it was just the right length to tell the story. An enjoyable afternoon read.
Rating: B
*ARC Provided by Entangled
This particular story is kind of sequel, or maybe even a prequel, to Night Walker. It works either way, set in the past of the same world with no overlapping characters. Our hero, Kane, is a Night Walker --a shapeshifter who happens to enter a death-like state during the day and drinks blood to survive. Very different from a vampire -- who enters a death-like state during the day, drinks blood to survive, and terrorizes beautiful young women like our heroine, Marguerite.
The lovely Rita is enslaved to an evil vamp --and she is working as pickpocket to earn enough money to escape him with her cousin. She is engaged in a theft when she first catches Kane's eye. He is drawn to her, and as he gets to know her better, that attraction only grows. For the first time in centuries, he is enamored of a mortal and he reaches out for a connection to her.
Of course, her vampire master has other ideas. But where would a story be without conflict?
I really liked watching Kane fall for Rita and renewing his ability to love someone. Granted, he fell in love with her in, like, five seconds, but still... It's one of those larger than life vampire romances, where he just knows she's the one. The sex is pretty good and I think it was just the right length to tell the story. An enjoyable afternoon read.
Rating: B
*ARC Provided by Entangled
October 5, 2012
So first a little synopsis, you have drool worthy fashion rebel, Kane and you have "Rita", Marguerite Rousseau, as a thief who catches the eye of Kane. Kane is intrigued by her but he is well aware they come from two different worlds and nothing can ever bring those worlds together although little does he know, she's closer to his world then he knows........*evil cackle, muahahahaha* - totally not going to give any more spoilers then that. Lisa does a fabulous job blending a typical historical romance with paranormal romance. I'm not typically a historical romance person but I am totally a paranormal romance person and I loved it! In the book, like I said, you have a typical historical romance but then interwoven in it is another story about the paranormal. You have Immortals, Shapeshifters, Vampires and even Demons are mentioned. If you love either genre, I think you'll love this book? Oh and yes, there are smoldering love scenes. This book covers all the emotional gambit for your romance needs. Totally recommend it to everyone, well not the YA kids but to any adult, yep you betcha!
This book is a novella in her Night series. The first book (Night Walker) is awesome also BTW, highly recommend that one as well.
This book is a novella in her Night series. The first book (Night Walker) is awesome also BTW, highly recommend that one as well.
October 27, 2012
I loved this book but can you blame me. The cover is gorgeous and then you add a sexy vampire named Kane and I was hooked.
Kane is an immortal charged with looking out for humans even though he drinks blood he only drinks from those who would do harm. Marguerite has her own agenda she is know as the Le Voleur D’or, or the golden thief. She is stealing to make enough money to get away from her monster of master. Kane is intrigued by Rita so he sets up a plan to meet her at a party by wearing his finest jewelry for her to steal. But what Kane didn’t expect was to fall for her. Being away from her master for so long gets Marguerite in trouble and he abuses her. This infuriates Kane and he tells Rita he can protect her but he as to admit to her what he is and convince her he is not a monster.
I loved Marguerite so much. She is very strong and will do whatever it takes for her and her family to be safe. I admired her through the whole book. Kane is just sexy and you want to love him and have him love and protect you. The chemistry between them burns the pages it’s that HOT.
If you love sexy vampires and historical romance then get this novella. You will love Kane and the rest of the night walkers. 5/5 Bloody Fangs
Kane is an immortal charged with looking out for humans even though he drinks blood he only drinks from those who would do harm. Marguerite has her own agenda she is know as the Le Voleur D’or, or the golden thief. She is stealing to make enough money to get away from her monster of master. Kane is intrigued by Rita so he sets up a plan to meet her at a party by wearing his finest jewelry for her to steal. But what Kane didn’t expect was to fall for her. Being away from her master for so long gets Marguerite in trouble and he abuses her. This infuriates Kane and he tells Rita he can protect her but he as to admit to her what he is and convince her he is not a monster.
I loved Marguerite so much. She is very strong and will do whatever it takes for her and her family to be safe. I admired her through the whole book. Kane is just sexy and you want to love him and have him love and protect you. The chemistry between them burns the pages it’s that HOT.
If you love sexy vampires and historical romance then get this novella. You will love Kane and the rest of the night walkers. 5/5 Bloody Fangs
October 27, 2012
I loved this book but can you blame me. The cover is gorgeous and then you add a sexy vampire named Kane and I was hooked.
Kane is an immortal charged with looking out for humans even though he drinks blood he only drinks from those who would do harm. Marguerite has her own agenda she is know as the Le Voleur D’or, or the golden thief. She is stealing to make enough money to get away from her monster of master. Kane is intrigued by Rita so he sets up a plan to meet her at a party by wearing his finest jewelry for her to steal. But what Kane didn’t expect was to fall for her. Being away from her master for so long gets Marguerite in trouble and he abuses her. This infuriates Kane and he tells Rita he can protect her but he as to admit to her what he is and convince her he is not a monster.
I loved Marguerite so much. She is very strong and will do whatever it takes for her and her family to be safe. I admired her through the whole book. Kane is just sexy and you want to love him and have him love and protect you. The chemistry between them burns the pages it’s that HOT.
If you love sexy vampires and historical romance then get this novella. You will love Kane and the rest of the night walkers. 5/5 Bats
Kane is an immortal charged with looking out for humans even though he drinks blood he only drinks from those who would do harm. Marguerite has her own agenda she is know as the Le Voleur D’or, or the golden thief. She is stealing to make enough money to get away from her monster of master. Kane is intrigued by Rita so he sets up a plan to meet her at a party by wearing his finest jewelry for her to steal. But what Kane didn’t expect was to fall for her. Being away from her master for so long gets Marguerite in trouble and he abuses her. This infuriates Kane and he tells Rita he can protect her but he as to admit to her what he is and convince her he is not a monster.
I loved Marguerite so much. She is very strong and will do whatever it takes for her and her family to be safe. I admired her through the whole book. Kane is just sexy and you want to love him and have him love and protect you. The chemistry between them burns the pages it’s that HOT.
If you love sexy vampires and historical romance then get this novella. You will love Kane and the rest of the night walkers. 5/5 Bats
September 12, 2016
Marguerite has to get away from her master, he's a monster. She has no choice but to charm men and steal their valuables to get passage to the new world. That was her plan until she meets Kane, a night walker. Kane will lose more then his valuables, he will lose his heart.
June 19, 2013
There are several things I love about this novella. The clean writing style is rich and detailed, giving the reader the ability to jump into this novella without reading the first book of the series. The similarities and differences between nightwalkers and vampires created a fresh new take on the common vampire theme. Lastly, a heroine pickpocket was just such a fun change. I love when a heroine can take care of herself.
Kane was an interesting character. There was enough information given about his background that I felt I could connect with him. His motivations for the hunt and his fascination with Marguerite was realistically crafted. He was mysterious but able to connect with her on many levels.
Marguerite was confident and set on her path. She had an agenda and did not want the complications that Kane seemed to be creating. He did have something she did want though and she set out to get it. His pocket watch.
Overall, this was a fresh and inviting TLC book to take a read through.
Book provided by the Author through PNR NaUBA group Author/Reader Exchange
Kane was an interesting character. There was enough information given about his background that I felt I could connect with him. His motivations for the hunt and his fascination with Marguerite was realistically crafted. He was mysterious but able to connect with her on many levels.
Marguerite was confident and set on her path. She had an agenda and did not want the complications that Kane seemed to be creating. He did have something she did want though and she set out to get it. His pocket watch.
Overall, this was a fresh and inviting TLC book to take a read through.
Book provided by the Author through PNR NaUBA group Author/Reader Exchange
January 9, 2016
Wow! What an awesome read...
Historicals are not my favorite. Regardless, I've never gave up on a book. Having read Lisa Kessler's Moon Series, I knew I wanted more from her. This novella surprised me because it was so thorough that it didn't seem possible to be kept to just 109 pages!
Very quickly I found myself in a descriptively decadent, action infused telling. Would I trade one monster for another? Would I be able to define what makes a monster? How could I be in love and not put my significant others happiness before my own? Will my faith be enough to stand on and protect me as I battle for my life? These questions were answered by our hero and heroine as I lived vicariously through them.
I will be rereading all of her books now that I am reminded of how intriguing her storytelling is. 5 stars attributed to creativity, character maturity and lots of action! As well as being shelved as a reread! Great job Lisa Kessler!
Historicals are not my favorite. Regardless, I've never gave up on a book. Having read Lisa Kessler's Moon Series, I knew I wanted more from her. This novella surprised me because it was so thorough that it didn't seem possible to be kept to just 109 pages!
Very quickly I found myself in a descriptively decadent, action infused telling. Would I trade one monster for another? Would I be able to define what makes a monster? How could I be in love and not put my significant others happiness before my own? Will my faith be enough to stand on and protect me as I battle for my life? These questions were answered by our hero and heroine as I lived vicariously through them.
I will be rereading all of her books now that I am reminded of how intriguing her storytelling is. 5 stars attributed to creativity, character maturity and lots of action! As well as being shelved as a reread! Great job Lisa Kessler!
October 3, 2012
When Kane thinks he sees a woman stealing from a man at a party, his curiosity is piqued. They call her Le Voleur D'or (The golden thief). She noticed his jeweled watch, he noticed her beauty. Each had a mission to run into each other again (albeit not for the same reasons).
Marguerite is desperate to get get out from under her "master". Men have hurt her in the past and she is always on guard. When Kane catches her going through her "finds" (including his jeweled watch); she denies being Le Voleur D'or. Why is she "finding" objects?
Kane is different, but too much like the men in her past. Can she trust him? Can he help her escape from her "master"? What secrets is he hiding?
When all is revealed, was more than a jeweled pocket watch stolen? Could they have stolen each others hearts?
A full story compacted into a novella. Wonderful writing and an exciting story!
Marguerite is desperate to get get out from under her "master". Men have hurt her in the past and she is always on guard. When Kane catches her going through her "finds" (including his jeweled watch); she denies being Le Voleur D'or. Why is she "finding" objects?
Kane is different, but too much like the men in her past. Can she trust him? Can he help her escape from her "master"? What secrets is he hiding?
When all is revealed, was more than a jeweled pocket watch stolen? Could they have stolen each others hearts?
A full story compacted into a novella. Wonderful writing and an exciting story!
April 10, 2013
I love this author’s writing! She is just soooooooooo good at what she does. My first thought when I finished reading this was… WHY DID I NOT READ THIS IN OCTOBER WHEN IT WAS RELEASED?!
**yes in caps because I literally yelled at myself**
I loved that I didn’t need a refresh on Night Walker to love this book – it is a completely separate story. IMO, you don’t have to read Night Walker first… If you want an easy, fast, fun, and well written story look no further – pick this book up.
What else… oh I loved Kane – he is awesome – hands down, one of my favorites <3 old school swoon right there! Marguerite is strong and I really liked that about her. There is action and romance all over this story. I was so not expecting the twist regarding her day job at all!!
4 very solid stars for this novella – you should check it out
**yes in caps because I literally yelled at myself**
I loved that I didn’t need a refresh on Night Walker to love this book – it is a completely separate story. IMO, you don’t have to read Night Walker first… If you want an easy, fast, fun, and well written story look no further – pick this book up.
What else… oh I loved Kane – he is awesome – hands down, one of my favorites <3 old school swoon right there! Marguerite is strong and I really liked that about her. There is action and romance all over this story. I was so not expecting the twist regarding her day job at all!!
4 very solid stars for this novella – you should check it out
March 20, 2013
This was my first from Lisa Kessler and first in the Night Series for me. I’ll admit, I was a little bit lost with the world since I jumped in with story 1.5. But, I do enjoy historicals, especially those set outside of England, and paranormal so this was a fun treat for me. I enjoyed the dynamics between Rita and Kane. She’s a young woman in a male dominated society trying to make the best for herself and her cousin. When they get caught in a bad situation, Rita does what she can to improve their lives. Meeting Kane wasn’t in her plan. Realizing that he’s not entirely what he seems throws the plan out the window. As these two come to terms with their developing feelings for each other, Rita can’t forget her promise to her cousin to get them out of danger. Can she find the help they need and still keep Kane? Great novella and makes me interested in reading more in the series.
March 9, 2013
Oh, Lisa Kessler has done it again!! She has captured my imagination with this novella and run off with it! Rita is a beautiful blond who also happens to be an art thief. Kane is all dark and mysterious immortal vampire who protects humans while they sleep. I loved the interaction between the 2 and the chemistry was off the charts! The book was quick paced and kept me enthralled in the story until the very end! My only wish is that the book was longer so I could spend more time with Rita and Kane! I can not wait until book 2 Night Demon!
December 4, 2012
Night Thief is another winner for Lisa Kessler. Kane & Rita's story has it all.
The distrust turned to love makes your heart ache for this couple. The ending made me cry. I was so happy for them. Can not wait to see the further adventures of Kane & Rita along with Kane's brothers :)
A must read for all Lisa Kessler fans.
The distrust turned to love makes your heart ache for this couple. The ending made me cry. I was so happy for them. Can not wait to see the further adventures of Kane & Rita along with Kane's brothers :)
A must read for all Lisa Kessler fans.
October 15, 2012
I loved Kane and Rita's story. After Lisa read the first chapter at our local Lady Jane Salon, I was hooked. I finished the novella in one day and learned so much more about the Night Walker world. I loved the dialogue and supporting characters. Makes me want to go back and re-read NightWalker.
October 28, 2012
I loved reading Night Thief. It's a very beautiful story. The characters and their relationship is wonderfully written. The world building is excellent since Lisa really makes you feel like you're there in Paris, France and not just reading along. I can't wait to read the next book in the series!
September 24, 2013
A fun historical paranormal romance. The characters are strong and interesting. The story flows well. There is mystery and suspense and lots of action. I would recommend this book to anyone. I look forward to reading more of Lisa Kessler's books!
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