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Savage #1-3
The Savage Series 1-3: Pearl Blood Savage
★For fans of THE OUTLANDER and THE BLACK DAGGER BROTHERHOOD★
From the NYT bestselling author of the dark romance, A TERRIBLE LOVE, comes a tale of criminal geneticists who interfere with predestined matches between the women and men of an unforgiving world.
3 book boxed set.
THE PEARL
Clara Williamson is a princess living in a dark post-apocalyptic future of bio-spheres fashioned to protect 1890s America. A time when marriages are arranged for things other than love. When her sadistic mother betroths her to an abusive prince from a neighboring sphere to secure their future in illicit trade, Clara determines to escape.
Leaving a life of familiar terror behind, she embraces the dangers of Outside that no one from the spheres has seen in nearly a century and a half.
Clara escapes tyranny only to discover the sphere-dwellers are not the only people who survived the cataclysmic events of one hundred forty years prior. She finds herself trapped, unable to return to the abusive life of the sphere while facing certain danger Outside.
Can Clara find love and freedom with the peril that threatens to consume her?
THE SAVAGE
Clara has become queen and yearns to unlock the puzzle of her lineage. Matthew and Bracus, survivors of the post-apocalyptic Outside and protectors of the Band, accompany Clara in her journey to the eastern seaboard to discover her true family.
Trouble seeks them in the form of the Fragment, a maundering group of nomadic criminals, who thrive on exploitation and control. When the faction absorbs Prince Frederic into their ranks, they undertake a plan to involve Clara and her home sphere in a dangerous scheme of coercion for their own gain.
It isn't long before Clara discovers a terrible secret about the very ones who saved the people of her kingdom from certain destruction. The Guardians are not who they seemed. Through terrible circumstances she must escape, can Clara protect herself from her own destiny and keep the integrity of her sphere intact?
Will the needs of her people, war and tribulation overwhelm her need for a love all her own?
THE SAVAGE
King Raymond is betrothed to Princess Ada of a neighboring sphere in an arranged match not of his choosing. Travelers from a parallel world have bargained to save the future of his people and he cannot refuse their offer.
Raymond does not believe that an alliance with the Savages would result in a life-altering experience. He soon finds himself overwhelmed when an entanglement of emotion and love conspire to undermine his vow in the most unlikely place.
Rowenna, warrior female of the Band, is a much sought-after female select. When her kin agree to an offer that will unite the races of their future, they do not realize what the sacrifice will cost her.
Can the two peoples of separate societies survive the prejudicial position that has been hoisted on them? Will their sacrifice afford a future of liberty, or will heartbreak be the only consequence of their love?
Mega-length compilation.
From the NYT bestselling author of the dark romance, A TERRIBLE LOVE, comes a tale of criminal geneticists who interfere with predestined matches between the women and men of an unforgiving world.
3 book boxed set.
THE PEARL
Clara Williamson is a princess living in a dark post-apocalyptic future of bio-spheres fashioned to protect 1890s America. A time when marriages are arranged for things other than love. When her sadistic mother betroths her to an abusive prince from a neighboring sphere to secure their future in illicit trade, Clara determines to escape.
Leaving a life of familiar terror behind, she embraces the dangers of Outside that no one from the spheres has seen in nearly a century and a half.
Clara escapes tyranny only to discover the sphere-dwellers are not the only people who survived the cataclysmic events of one hundred forty years prior. She finds herself trapped, unable to return to the abusive life of the sphere while facing certain danger Outside.
Can Clara find love and freedom with the peril that threatens to consume her?
THE SAVAGE
Clara has become queen and yearns to unlock the puzzle of her lineage. Matthew and Bracus, survivors of the post-apocalyptic Outside and protectors of the Band, accompany Clara in her journey to the eastern seaboard to discover her true family.
Trouble seeks them in the form of the Fragment, a maundering group of nomadic criminals, who thrive on exploitation and control. When the faction absorbs Prince Frederic into their ranks, they undertake a plan to involve Clara and her home sphere in a dangerous scheme of coercion for their own gain.
It isn't long before Clara discovers a terrible secret about the very ones who saved the people of her kingdom from certain destruction. The Guardians are not who they seemed. Through terrible circumstances she must escape, can Clara protect herself from her own destiny and keep the integrity of her sphere intact?
Will the needs of her people, war and tribulation overwhelm her need for a love all her own?
THE SAVAGE
King Raymond is betrothed to Princess Ada of a neighboring sphere in an arranged match not of his choosing. Travelers from a parallel world have bargained to save the future of his people and he cannot refuse their offer.
Raymond does not believe that an alliance with the Savages would result in a life-altering experience. He soon finds himself overwhelmed when an entanglement of emotion and love conspire to undermine his vow in the most unlikely place.
Rowenna, warrior female of the Band, is a much sought-after female select. When her kin agree to an offer that will unite the races of their future, they do not realize what the sacrifice will cost her.
Can the two peoples of separate societies survive the prejudicial position that has been hoisted on them? Will their sacrifice afford a future of liberty, or will heartbreak be the only consequence of their love?
Mega-length compilation.
698 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 25, 2013
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Tamara Rose Blodgett: happily married mother of four sons. Dark thriller writer. Reader. Dreamer. Beachcombing slave. Zero Carb enthusiast. Maker. Affordable Fashion chick.
She is also the NEW YORK TIMES and USA Today bestselling author of A TERRIBLE LOVE, written under the pen name, Marata Eros, and 75+ other novels - to include her #1 bestselling TOKEN (dark romance), ROAD KILL MC (thriller), DRUID (erotica), and DEATH (dark fantasy/sci-fi) serials. Tamara writes a variety of dark thrillers in the genres of erotica, fantasy, horror, romance, sci-fi and suspense. She splits her time between the Pacific NW and Mazatlán Mexico, spending time with family, friends and a pair of disrespectful dogs.
After releasing three books with Simon & Schuster (A TERRIBLE LOVE, A BRUTAL TENDERNESS and THE DARKEST JOY) Tamara is a Hybrid Author of both Traditional and Self-published work.
Tamara Rose Blodgett is not active on the GR platform but can be found at Clapper:
https://www.clapperapp.com/Tamara_Ros...
Tamara Rose Blodgett: happily married mother of four sons. Dark thriller writer. Reader. Dreamer. Beachcombing slave. Zero Carb enthusiast. Maker. Affordable Fashion chick.
She is also the NEW YORK TIMES and USA Today bestselling author of A TERRIBLE LOVE, written under the pen name, Marata Eros, and 75+ other novels - to include her #1 bestselling TOKEN (dark romance), ROAD KILL MC (thriller), DRUID (erotica), and DEATH (dark fantasy/sci-fi) serials. Tamara writes a variety of dark thrillers in the genres of erotica, fantasy, horror, romance, sci-fi and suspense. She splits her time between the Pacific NW and Mazatlán Mexico, spending time with family, friends and a pair of disrespectful dogs.
After releasing three books with Simon & Schuster (A TERRIBLE LOVE, A BRUTAL TENDERNESS and THE DARKEST JOY) Tamara is a Hybrid Author of both Traditional and Self-published work.
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March 13, 2013
So much angst and sexual tension I just wanted to shake Clara and yell at her to make a decision. I haven't been this infuriated with a female lead character since Ana in 50 Shades. Yes, Clara did have her good moments, but most of the time her indecision and internal whining made me want to smack her.
Length of each book was good, but I still feel as though the Guardians/Evil Ones/Travelers mystery is still just as confusing as ever. And just how many alternate/parallel realities are we dealing with here? At least two, but then a vague mention of a possible third crops up alongside the massive plot twist in book three. (I'm currently working on the 4th one so hopefully I get some answers).
And even though they're only related via author and not genre, let's compare the T.R.B works with the M.E. works:
The Band = The Siren Breeders
The Select = The female druids
The Fragment = The Faction
There were a lot of times where I felt like I was reading the super PG-13 version of the M.E. Druid Breeders. Thank god those came to fruition later under and alter ego!
Length of each book was good, but I still feel as though the Guardians/Evil Ones/Travelers mystery is still just as confusing as ever. And just how many alternate/parallel realities are we dealing with here? At least two, but then a vague mention of a possible third crops up alongside the massive plot twist in book three. (I'm currently working on the 4th one so hopefully I get some answers).
And even though they're only related via author and not genre, let's compare the T.R.B works with the M.E. works:
The Band = The Siren Breeders
The Select = The female druids
The Fragment = The Faction
There were a lot of times where I felt like I was reading the super PG-13 version of the M.E. Druid Breeders. Thank god those came to fruition later under and alter ego!
February 17, 2017
Pissed off. First 1 and 2 end on cliffhangers, the second a huge one. Then 3 ignores all that and goes back in time. But apparently the author can't read, since it undoes the already questionable world building of the previous books.
The concept has potential. The author has potential--the first created riveting characters.
But the whole series needs a quality editor to clean up the mess, hone the story telling, and make the world building CONSISTENT. And, of course, to get rid of cliffhangers, which are a sign of a weak author, unable to provide complete stories or unwilling to trust the reader will return if the book is good enough. At least I got it free so only wasted time. Can only imagine fury of reader who squandered limited book budget on these!
The concept has potential. The author has potential--the first created riveting characters.
But the whole series needs a quality editor to clean up the mess, hone the story telling, and make the world building CONSISTENT. And, of course, to get rid of cliffhangers, which are a sign of a weak author, unable to provide complete stories or unwilling to trust the reader will return if the book is good enough. At least I got it free so only wasted time. Can only imagine fury of reader who squandered limited book budget on these!
June 28, 2019
This set includes the first three books in The Savage Series. These books should not be read as standalones, and this set makes it easy to read them in order. There is violence and adult situations so 18+. While parts of this series are worth reading, overall the storyline is inconsistent and leaves many unanswered questions. Maybe they will be answered in future books, but at this point I'm not sure I want to continue reading it.
June 22, 2019
I couldn't put this series of books down. Some of the most unforseen twists and turns I've read out of any book series.
March 14, 2015
Reading the interactions with potential couples between the different characters were definitely my high points in the book along with seeing the perspectives of Clara's parents.
The multiple kidnappings and attempted rapes were not the most exasperating occurrence in the book for me, it was the numerous unnecessary testosterone filled squabbles between the men who were courting Clara and her inability to make a decision on when the choice of her mate was obvious.
It'll be interesting to see how this series ends!
The multiple kidnappings and attempted rapes were not the most exasperating occurrence in the book for me, it was the numerous unnecessary testosterone filled squabbles between the men who were courting Clara and her inability to make a decision on when the choice of her mate was obvious.
It'll be interesting to see how this series ends!
April 6, 2018
In a nutshell this novel is a post-apocalyptic, steampunk, time travel, romance novel that includes genetically engineered savages that are designed to save the human race. This is what it says on Amazon. ★For fans of The Outlander and The Black Dagger Brotherhood ★ This is nothing like The Black Dagger Brotherhood. I would have let my 12 year old self read the Savage series but not the BDB. The only real steam in these books is in the pipes that heat the city in this story. The h is a virgin and stays that way throughout the first three books. Some of the guys from the "Outside" realm are awesome alphas but thats about the only commonality there is. Someone posted this three book set in the Dark Erotica Goodreads group. I was disappointed. The story is interesting and has a decent premise but I could see that it wasn't going where I would have liked. There are a number of typos but not enough to detract from the story. Books 1 & 2 end on cliffhangers, 3 is a prequel and goes back in time so it ignores unresolved issues. I won't be continuing to read this series.
March 23, 2021
Not good. I think I should get credit for all 3 titles for my challenge these were such a labor to read. I never finished them before, because the first two are so bad I couldn't bear the third... which is the best of the three. It is connected to another of her series which is okay but not these.
What is bad...
The language. The speach is supposed to be circa 1890 but comes off more 1790. The terms male and female are so over used I wanted to puke. All kisses are crushing and bruising.
Arrested development. Asteroid hits the earth and a future group of humans saves some of the people in biospheres but they stay stuck in the 1890s (1790s... Oh my ankles are showing!!!). Really, no social development, no language or even fashion changes in 130 years? Seriously?!? The 1890s were INDUSTRIAL. The automobile was being developed. Did the dust cloud kill all the brain cells? They bothered to save people but apparently no scientists or people of education?
The 'select' and the 'Band' and the mating thing. Aagh! Don't get me started.
If this pops up because you read the authors "Death" series... don't bother.
What is bad...
The language. The speach is supposed to be circa 1890 but comes off more 1790. The terms male and female are so over used I wanted to puke. All kisses are crushing and bruising.
Arrested development. Asteroid hits the earth and a future group of humans saves some of the people in biospheres but they stay stuck in the 1890s (1790s... Oh my ankles are showing!!!). Really, no social development, no language or even fashion changes in 130 years? Seriously?!? The 1890s were INDUSTRIAL. The automobile was being developed. Did the dust cloud kill all the brain cells? They bothered to save people but apparently no scientists or people of education?
The 'select' and the 'Band' and the mating thing. Aagh! Don't get me started.
If this pops up because you read the authors "Death" series... don't bother.
April 7, 2019
From abused princess to a fighting queen
A strong story though confusing at times who are the fragments and why are they there, why call the band savages just because they live outside while Clara lives in a bubble, her beloved father had gone and she is left with the wicked queen Ada a drunk a molester a nothing, then she meets one of the “savages” who becomes more than a protector. Theses stories are her life the ups the downs the warrior in her the fight to live and help her subjects yet she is a “select” so has to choose a mate yet two are in her heart and Mathew is always the nearest. She releases them deciding not to choose. In these stories she’s captured tortured escapes and fights again while helping others she knows little of helping herself and her heart. I recommend these three books and I’m looking forward to the rest of Tamara Rose Blogetts books on this theme
A strong story though confusing at times who are the fragments and why are they there, why call the band savages just because they live outside while Clara lives in a bubble, her beloved father had gone and she is left with the wicked queen Ada a drunk a molester a nothing, then she meets one of the “savages” who becomes more than a protector. Theses stories are her life the ups the downs the warrior in her the fight to live and help her subjects yet she is a “select” so has to choose a mate yet two are in her heart and Mathew is always the nearest. She releases them deciding not to choose. In these stories she’s captured tortured escapes and fights again while helping others she knows little of helping herself and her heart. I recommend these three books and I’m looking forward to the rest of Tamara Rose Blogetts books on this theme
June 30, 2025
loved the first two books, lead female character, while a little frustrating at times came into a really likable woman who you wanted to cheer on after the bad she had been through. The saviour of the species trope has been done so many times that it can almost feel a little samey however the spin this series has taken breaths a fresh breath into it without being too far out there to make you roll your eyes.
look forwards to seeing where her story leads and who she finally decides to choose, does she choose with her heart or through her sense of duty.
the third book, I personally didn't enjoy as much but it tells the story of the past and fills a few blanks.
look forwards to seeing where her story leads and who she finally decides to choose, does she choose with her heart or through her sense of duty.
the third book, I personally didn't enjoy as much but it tells the story of the past and fills a few blanks.
April 3, 2024
Mixed bag
So this box set contains the Savage series plus first books of the author's other series. I knew within less than two chapters that the Savage series dystopian steam punk wasn't really for me . But I moved on to the vampire Blood series and was immediately captured. Couldn't put that one down till it was finished.
Trigger warning though on that one. If gang rape and kidnap are not your thong, best not to read it.
So this box set contains the Savage series plus first books of the author's other series. I knew within less than two chapters that the Savage series dystopian steam punk wasn't really for me . But I moved on to the vampire Blood series and was immediately captured. Couldn't put that one down till it was finished.
Trigger warning though on that one. If gang rape and kidnap are not your thong, best not to read it.
January 21, 2018
Wow
This one comes with 3 books in one and holy cow, does it deliver! It's set in a futuristic time, has time traveling, kings and queens, guards (though not what we think of), and so much action! Am amazing read! I finished all 3 in about 3 days total. Can't wait to read the next one!
This one comes with 3 books in one and holy cow, does it deliver! It's set in a futuristic time, has time traveling, kings and queens, guards (though not what we think of), and so much action! Am amazing read! I finished all 3 in about 3 days total. Can't wait to read the next one!
August 14, 2017
Wonderful
Savage and civilized, but who is to say which is which? A tale with a twist, where pre conceived ideas passed down through the generations are questioned, with interesting answers.
Savage and civilized, but who is to say which is which? A tale with a twist, where pre conceived ideas passed down through the generations are questioned, with interesting answers.
March 4, 2018
The first 2 books star an indecisive heroine, while the world is interesting you'll be left with cliffhangers. The 3rd book is about her mother and before the original heroine was born until after, should have been a prequel.
March 12, 2018
Brill
Updating my reviews as been off line. These stories were exciting and substantial but it is to encourage you to buy the next set so I'm using my imagination to how I'd like this saga to end.
Updating my reviews as been off line. These stories were exciting and substantial but it is to encourage you to buy the next set so I'm using my imagination to how I'd like this saga to end.
March 22, 2018
Awesome
Awesome series and cannot wait to read the rest. I would read book 3 first however, since it’s a prequel to the main character and how she came to be. Wish someone would have told me that ahead of time. Still awesome
Awesome series and cannot wait to read the rest. I would read book 3 first however, since it’s a prequel to the main character and how she came to be. Wish someone would have told me that ahead of time. Still awesome
August 10, 2018
Bad grammar
Once again this series has poor grammar, missing commas, and an author who cannot remember her characters names or who she spelled them. These items are quite jarring for someone who reads a lot of books.
Once again this series has poor grammar, missing commas, and an author who cannot remember her characters names or who she spelled them. These items are quite jarring for someone who reads a lot of books.
June 3, 2019
Binge three books at once!
The first two books built up a momentum. Good character development and story line. The third book is a prequel. Some secrets are revealed. This series has romance and epic drama.
The first two books built up a momentum. Good character development and story line. The third book is a prequel. Some secrets are revealed. This series has romance and epic drama.
May 4, 2020
Best Box set I've read so far!!!
This box set is exquisitely written. I highly recommend it to anyone and everyone who loves sci-fi paranormal type books. I'm definitely going to be finishing this series as it progresses!!!
This box set is exquisitely written. I highly recommend it to anyone and everyone who loves sci-fi paranormal type books. I'm definitely going to be finishing this series as it progresses!!!
November 22, 2022
Really enjoyed reading The Savage Series 1-3. Loved the detail and all the action. Once you figure out all the parties and how they are related to each other it's just so interesting and easier to follow. I highly recommend reading and look forward to reading more by Tamara Rose Blodgett.
December 17, 2024
The Savage Series
I liked the three different and unique cultures with rich descriptions of the characters. Even different speech mannerisms. I look forward to reading the next books.
I liked the three different and unique cultures with rich descriptions of the characters. Even different speech mannerisms. I look forward to reading the next books.
August 14, 2018
Excellent
I chose the rating because I really enjoyed this but the last series seemed like some of it could have been told earlier.
I chose the rating because I really enjoyed this but the last series seemed like some of it could have been told earlier.
April 2, 2019
Very enjoyable great reading
I really enjoyed this book and I can't wait to see what will happen next for Clara and the clan.
I really enjoyed this book and I can't wait to see what will happen next for Clara and the clan.
September 12, 2019
Disappointing
I assumed that the entire Box Set would be a Complete Series of the Beginning Novel. It is not. Don't both with it
I assumed that the entire Box Set would be a Complete Series of the Beginning Novel. It is not. Don't both with it
April 8, 2020
I am going to read this again. Soon loved it so much.
July 23, 2021
DNF. Touted as a series that fans of Outlander will enjoy. It's a nope from me. Very Twilightish.
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November 25, 2024Gave up. maybe ill go back and finish it one day.
October 25, 2025
Wanted to listen to these. Sadly they are done with virtual voice. So sad they sounded like a great story…
October 28, 2025
was a great read. I like how she brings her different book series together at points. it gives an interesting twist.
August 29, 2017
Great series
This series is about the different groups that inhabit earth after a devastating meteor attack. There's savages who live on the land, sphere-dwellers, who live inside spheres built to sustain life after the meteors and who never have ventured outside, and criminals sent from the future to this land.
I definitely recommend this read.
This series is about the different groups that inhabit earth after a devastating meteor attack. There's savages who live on the land, sphere-dwellers, who live inside spheres built to sustain life after the meteors and who never have ventured outside, and criminals sent from the future to this land.
I definitely recommend this read.
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