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The Hunted #2
The Damned
The Damned is the continuation of The Hunted; the second novel in The Hunted Series. It’s supernatural fiction wiping the floor in genre culmination. Angels, demons, vampires and werewolves have never been explored with such enthusiasm.
Our female heroine Elena Manory takes the lead once more, expanding horizons and tempering her unique attitude to evolve into adulthood. New characters make an appearance that set the scene for future plot diversions and terrain that incorporates more action, more violence and a sexual tension that’ll make you writhe for more.
Our female heroine Elena Manory takes the lead once more, expanding horizons and tempering her unique attitude to evolve into adulthood. New characters make an appearance that set the scene for future plot diversions and terrain that incorporates more action, more violence and a sexual tension that’ll make you writhe for more.
- GenresRomance
565 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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About the author
Kristy Berridge
8 books197 followersBorn in Perth, Western Australia in 1982, Kristy Berridge was ushered into the world in a decade of bad hair, parachute pants, and blue eye shadow. Fortunately, she managed to avoid all three by immersing herself in the business of growing up, and hitched a ride with her fun-loving, and adventure-filled parents to the sunny state of Queensland.
The path of life was unclear and multiple studies were undertaken. Interior design, Copywriting and editing, nutrition, Pilates instructor, and undergraduate in nutrition and exercise science have all graced the pages of her resume, and yet, writing remained a constant.
Kristy pens fanciful fiction novels in her spare time; finding creative new ways to scare herself and others, promote girl-power with gritty action sequences, and take swipes at the complicated world of marriage, divorce, and child rearing.
She currently resides in Coolangatta, procrastinates constantly, hangs out at the gym, and desperately attempts to avoid the delicious temptation that is the peanut butter aisle at the supermarket.
The path of life was unclear and multiple studies were undertaken. Interior design, Copywriting and editing, nutrition, Pilates instructor, and undergraduate in nutrition and exercise science have all graced the pages of her resume, and yet, writing remained a constant.
Kristy pens fanciful fiction novels in her spare time; finding creative new ways to scare herself and others, promote girl-power with gritty action sequences, and take swipes at the complicated world of marriage, divorce, and child rearing.
She currently resides in Coolangatta, procrastinates constantly, hangs out at the gym, and desperately attempts to avoid the delicious temptation that is the peanut butter aisle at the supermarket.
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July 18, 2016
Maybe better than the first book? Not sure. Great characters, fabulous action sequences. Some good 'I'm such an idiot' moments, following pushing those around her to do something ridiculous.
Romance, vampires, mean werewolves, conspiracy, it's all there.
And loving it.
Romance, vampires, mean werewolves, conspiracy, it's all there.
And loving it.
January 7, 2016
Title: The Damned
Author: Kristy Berridge
Series: The Hunted #2
Publication Date: 2012
Genre: Paranormal/Fantasy
My Rating: **** 4.5 Stars ****
My Review:
Another smashing hit in one of my new favorite series! I absolutely friggin' love these characters and the story that this author puts together.
I'm serious, these are my favorite characters of 2016. Wait.... I think I've just created a new goodreads bookshelf. Yup, I totally did. I mean it though, when I wasn't reading this book, all I was doing was thinking about Elena, Sebastian, Lucas, William... you get the idea.
This author is extremely original and she definitely keeps surprising me! Every time I think I might have something figured out, bam! I'm wrong. Being wrong has never felt so good. I keep getting these little hints of the upcoming darkness and I've gotta tell you, I'm totally hooked. Things are definitely about to take a turn for the worse and I know its going to be a fantastic third book.
Author: Kristy Berridge
Series: The Hunted #2
Publication Date: 2012
Genre: Paranormal/Fantasy
My Rating: **** 4.5 Stars ****
My Review:
Another smashing hit in one of my new favorite series! I absolutely friggin' love these characters and the story that this author puts together.
I'm serious, these are my favorite characters of 2016. Wait.... I think I've just created a new goodreads bookshelf. Yup, I totally did. I mean it though, when I wasn't reading this book, all I was doing was thinking about Elena, Sebastian, Lucas, William... you get the idea.
This author is extremely original and she definitely keeps surprising me! Every time I think I might have something figured out, bam! I'm wrong. Being wrong has never felt so good. I keep getting these little hints of the upcoming darkness and I've gotta tell you, I'm totally hooked. Things are definitely about to take a turn for the worse and I know its going to be a fantastic third book.
August 4, 2013
I lost patience somewhere over the 16 months I had to wait for this sequel to The Hunted to be ready for my Kindle. And now it’s even worse, because now I have no idea how long it will be before the third book is available and I can find out how Elena’s going to get herself out of… Oh, wait. No spoilers here!
The Damned is a great second offering in this series. It starts with the introduction of a new villain and a brief warm-up/update of what’s been going on since the last book, then takes off with non-stop action until the final page. Elena has matured some over the last six months, but not enough to keep her out of immediate trouble as she tries to keep her family safe by leaving home and placing herself in the custody of the Protectors in Bucharest.
“Custody’ turns out to be the operative word, because she quickly realizes that, instead of being protected, she is actually a prisoner. She manages to exacerbate the situation further by alienating almost everyone with her snarky attitude and sarcastic comments. To make things worse, everyone is out for her blood… literally.
I was intrigued with how the story expanded in this book, in which more of the secret of Elena’s origins are revealed and some older, more powerful characters are introduced. Of course, there are more gorgeous, hunky male vampires (a necessary evil in these types of novels, I suppose) to create plenty of sexual tension, which makes for nice reading but emerges as a theme I’m sure will be more explored as Elena approaches her eighteenth birthday, where I bet the excrement will really hit the fan.
I was also happy to see that Elena’s brother, Lucas, remains in the picture and that he will obviously play a larger role in the saga as they both deal with the ultimate betrayal. And I’m hoping there will be more of Lucius, a character I particularly bonded with, to come in the third book.
Which brings me to the final negative aspect of this whole thing. I’m a glass-half-empty kind of guy, and I anticipate a long wait for book three. That’s not fair, because I’m ready now. Oh, well. Kudos to Ms. Berridge on this one and a resounding five stars.
The Damned is a great second offering in this series. It starts with the introduction of a new villain and a brief warm-up/update of what’s been going on since the last book, then takes off with non-stop action until the final page. Elena has matured some over the last six months, but not enough to keep her out of immediate trouble as she tries to keep her family safe by leaving home and placing herself in the custody of the Protectors in Bucharest.
“Custody’ turns out to be the operative word, because she quickly realizes that, instead of being protected, she is actually a prisoner. She manages to exacerbate the situation further by alienating almost everyone with her snarky attitude and sarcastic comments. To make things worse, everyone is out for her blood… literally.
I was intrigued with how the story expanded in this book, in which more of the secret of Elena’s origins are revealed and some older, more powerful characters are introduced. Of course, there are more gorgeous, hunky male vampires (a necessary evil in these types of novels, I suppose) to create plenty of sexual tension, which makes for nice reading but emerges as a theme I’m sure will be more explored as Elena approaches her eighteenth birthday, where I bet the excrement will really hit the fan.
I was also happy to see that Elena’s brother, Lucas, remains in the picture and that he will obviously play a larger role in the saga as they both deal with the ultimate betrayal. And I’m hoping there will be more of Lucius, a character I particularly bonded with, to come in the third book.
Which brings me to the final negative aspect of this whole thing. I’m a glass-half-empty kind of guy, and I anticipate a long wait for book three. That’s not fair, because I’m ready now. Oh, well. Kudos to Ms. Berridge on this one and a resounding five stars.
May 3, 2015
I really enjoyed this book despite the main character being quite stupid at times. I had to keep reminding myself that she was a teenage girl that was part animal because it was starting to bug me a bit. She's stubborn and head-strong but her heart's in the right place. We get to meet some new characters, most of which I love and I'm itching to find out what happens next. This series does seem to have all the supernatural elements covered. If Elena could just get a reality check it would be perfect... although that is where a lot of the drama comes from. The book is exciting.
July 10, 2020
This is turning out to be a great series. I have enjoyed reading The Hunted and have just finished The Damned - I love the sense of humour of Elena, I like also the frankness and honesty her character portrays. Kristy has a way with her writing of getting you in....you laugh, you cry and the next instant your on the edge of your seat wondering what is happening. An interesting concept, have there been other stories similar? Yes, but none that get most of your emotions stirring such as this series. I cannot wait until the next installment.
Well done, excellent read.
Well done, excellent read.
February 29, 2020
Oh my God where to start. This book was amazing I could not believe the book was finished I wanted more. The characters were astonishing as they always. I especially liked Sebastian he was super awesome. There were so many moments through this book where I was like oh wow I was not expecting that. It took me a little under two days to finish the book, it captivated me just like the first book did and I cannot wait for the rest of the series. Amazing work Miss Berridge
June 7, 2015
I won this novel in Goodreads First-read giveaway.
Thank you Kristy.
This fantasy trilogy is the 2nd book and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I shall get the 1st one as soon as I can, and look forward to the 3rd.
I love fantasy novels especially with vampires and werewolves and witches, and
this novel was interesting and exciting.
Thank you Kristy.
This fantasy trilogy is the 2nd book and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I shall get the 1st one as soon as I can, and look forward to the 3rd.
I love fantasy novels especially with vampires and werewolves and witches, and
this novel was interesting and exciting.
August 15, 2013
I NEED THE NEXT ONE NOW!!!
August 13, 2013
Could not put it down read it within 2 days even though my husband tried to get me to take it easy can't wait for the next installment I believe be a better movie series then twilight
July 13, 2015
what a great horror facts by Kristy Berridge.
October 25, 2013
Ladies and gentlemen.... Shes done it again!!!
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