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Dark Kings #0.2
Night's Awakening
SECOND IN THE EXCLUSIVE E-BOOK SPIN-OFF by the author of the Dark Sword and Dark Warrior novels DONNA GRANTNIGHT'S AWAKENINGA Dark King StoryFueled by dragon magic, the dark immortal warriors were never meant to feel human desire, much less fall in love. But when Guy, a member of an ancient order of shape-shifting warriors, meets Elena Griffin--a mere mortal whose beauty and blind ambition shakes him to his core--all bets are off... Having left America to explore the Scottish Highlands, Elena suddenly finds herself lost in a dark cave--alone, injured, and utterly hopeless...until Guy appears from out of nowhere. Is she dreaming her own rescue when she falls into his arms? A man--and a passion--this strong is too good to be true. It's only a matter a time before she learns the truth about the flames in his heart. And the dragon in his soul... Don't miss the Dark Sword and Dark Warrior novels by Donna Grant--also set in this scintillating world of Highland magic and legendary lovers.
102 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 28, 2012
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Donna Grant
299 books4,767 followersDonna is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over a hundred novels. Her most popular series is the breathtaking Dark King (aka Dragon King) series featuring dragons, immortal Highlanders, and the Fae.
In addition to her novels, Donna has written short stories, novellas, and novelettes for digital-first and print release. She has been dubbed as giving the “paranormal genre a burst of fresh air” by the San Francisco Book Review. Her work has been hailed as having “deft plotting and expert characterization” by Publisher’s Weekly and “sizzling” by RT Book Reviews.
She has been recognized with awards from both bookseller and reader contests including the National Reader’s Choice Award, Booksellers Best Award, as well as the coveted K.I.S.S. Award from RT Book Reviews.
Donna travels often for various speaking engagements, conferences, and book signings. She is also a frequent workshop presenter at national conferences such as RT Book Lovers Convention and Thrillerfest, as well as local chapters.
Born and raised in Texas, she also has ties across the border in Louisiana. Growing up with two such vibrant cultures, her Cajun side of the family taught her the “spicy” side of life while her Texas roots gave her two-steppin’ and bareback riding. She is never far from her faithful 80 pound dog, Sisko, or her three cats. She can often be found at the movies or bookstore with her children. Or buying makeup. And shoes.
You an find her at www.DonnaGrant.com
as well as her website devoted entirely to the Dragon Kings and all series that encompass the Dark World at www.MotherOfDragonsBooks.com.
In addition to her novels, Donna has written short stories, novellas, and novelettes for digital-first and print release. She has been dubbed as giving the “paranormal genre a burst of fresh air” by the San Francisco Book Review. Her work has been hailed as having “deft plotting and expert characterization” by Publisher’s Weekly and “sizzling” by RT Book Reviews.
She has been recognized with awards from both bookseller and reader contests including the National Reader’s Choice Award, Booksellers Best Award, as well as the coveted K.I.S.S. Award from RT Book Reviews.
Donna travels often for various speaking engagements, conferences, and book signings. She is also a frequent workshop presenter at national conferences such as RT Book Lovers Convention and Thrillerfest, as well as local chapters.
Born and raised in Texas, she also has ties across the border in Louisiana. Growing up with two such vibrant cultures, her Cajun side of the family taught her the “spicy” side of life while her Texas roots gave her two-steppin’ and bareback riding. She is never far from her faithful 80 pound dog, Sisko, or her three cats. She can often be found at the movies or bookstore with her children. Or buying makeup. And shoes.
You an find her at www.DonnaGrant.com
as well as her website devoted entirely to the Dragon Kings and all series that encompass the Dark World at www.MotherOfDragonsBooks.com.
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November 29, 2012
Guy the red dragon kings turn to fall in love with American Elena Griffen and the plot line continues to develop,some one is prying into the dragon kings secrets and lives are being lost, guy and Elena will play a netgalley part in solving this mystery!
September 11, 2020
Elena se ve obligada a ir a hacer espeleología con su nueva jefa. Pero cuando estas comienzan a hacer un camino de horas por unas cuevas peligrosas Elena se niega en rotundo, hasta que su jefa tiene un accidente fatal y ella no sabe en camino de vuelta. Ser rescatada por unos hombres enormes y uno de ellos demasiado atractivo para su propio bien, no debería estar mal. Pero Guy esconde secretos y ella no puede irse si los descubre... Pero quiere irse para empezar?
Me olvidé completamente que no había hecho reseña 🤣🤦🏻♀️ soy un desastre... Jajajaja
Bueno como siempre son historias introductorias que no me dan mucho, están bien pero poca historia dan. Creo que hay demasiadas historias introductorias necesito llegar a la chicha de verdad ya!!!!! Aún así está bien claro, no se le puede pedir más por ahora jajaja
Me olvidé completamente que no había hecho reseña 🤣🤦🏻♀️ soy un desastre... Jajajaja
Bueno como siempre son historias introductorias que no me dan mucho, están bien pero poca historia dan. Creo que hay demasiadas historias introductorias necesito llegar a la chicha de verdad ya!!!!! Aún así está bien claro, no se le puede pedir más por ahora jajaja
November 12, 2012
NIGHT’S AWAKENING (Dark Kings #2) by Donna Grant (3.5 stars)
NIGHT’S AWAKENING is the second storyline (August 2012 release) in Donna Grant’s Dark Kings novella series. It has been five months since Dragon King Haldor found his human mate Cassie, and the Dragon King’s of Dreagon ( in the Scottish Highlands) believe that their magic is still intact. But when they discover two trespassers in the caves of Dreagon, Guy is immediately taken with Elena Griffin.
When Elena’s boss (from PureGems) died during their caving excursion, she realized she was alone, in a strange country with a possible broken ankle. But no sooner had she tried to move, when 3 strangers came to her rescue. Questioning why Elena was in the caves, she was unaware that there were secrets these men were trying to hide. But it is her attraction to Guy that shocked her the most. There is an instant chemistry and Guy would soon become overly protective.
Guy is surprised when all of his protective instincts to guard and keep Elena safe go into overdrive. If it wasn’t for Dragon King Haldor’s similar reaction to discovering his mate, Guy would have been confused. He and the other Dragon King’s recognized Guy’s immediate attraction to Elena, but it was Constantine who needed to be reassured that Elena knew exactly what she was about to do. No sooner had Elena and Guy professed their love for one another, did Con reveal that the Dragon’s secret had been uncovered and their whereabouts now known. Elena would become part of a bigger secret when the Dragons went on a voyage of discovery to find out who was willing to reveal the existence of dragon shifters and why. They were heading to London to uncover who or what was behind the plot.
NIGHT’S AWAKENING is another fast paced and intriguing storyline in Donna Grant’s Dark Kings series. We learn more about the Dragon King history and as well as getting a re-cap of the information initially revealed in the first storyline-Dark Craving. I applaud and welcome the authors who include important information previously revealed in earlier storylines. This information keeps the reader involved and allows new comers to the series to remain attached especially if the series is read out of order. I do not recommend reading this series out of order, but the already revealed information is a bonus for everyone, Donna does an amazing job keeping the storyline intact and the relationship between Guy and Elena is both hawt and seductive. We all need a dragon in our own lives.
see all of my reviews at : thereadingcafe.com
NIGHT’S AWAKENING is the second storyline (August 2012 release) in Donna Grant’s Dark Kings novella series. It has been five months since Dragon King Haldor found his human mate Cassie, and the Dragon King’s of Dreagon ( in the Scottish Highlands) believe that their magic is still intact. But when they discover two trespassers in the caves of Dreagon, Guy is immediately taken with Elena Griffin.
When Elena’s boss (from PureGems) died during their caving excursion, she realized she was alone, in a strange country with a possible broken ankle. But no sooner had she tried to move, when 3 strangers came to her rescue. Questioning why Elena was in the caves, she was unaware that there were secrets these men were trying to hide. But it is her attraction to Guy that shocked her the most. There is an instant chemistry and Guy would soon become overly protective.
Guy is surprised when all of his protective instincts to guard and keep Elena safe go into overdrive. If it wasn’t for Dragon King Haldor’s similar reaction to discovering his mate, Guy would have been confused. He and the other Dragon King’s recognized Guy’s immediate attraction to Elena, but it was Constantine who needed to be reassured that Elena knew exactly what she was about to do. No sooner had Elena and Guy professed their love for one another, did Con reveal that the Dragon’s secret had been uncovered and their whereabouts now known. Elena would become part of a bigger secret when the Dragons went on a voyage of discovery to find out who was willing to reveal the existence of dragon shifters and why. They were heading to London to uncover who or what was behind the plot.
NIGHT’S AWAKENING is another fast paced and intriguing storyline in Donna Grant’s Dark Kings series. We learn more about the Dragon King history and as well as getting a re-cap of the information initially revealed in the first storyline-Dark Craving. I applaud and welcome the authors who include important information previously revealed in earlier storylines. This information keeps the reader involved and allows new comers to the series to remain attached especially if the series is read out of order. I do not recommend reading this series out of order, but the already revealed information is a bonus for everyone, Donna does an amazing job keeping the storyline intact and the relationship between Guy and Elena is both hawt and seductive. We all need a dragon in our own lives.
see all of my reviews at : thereadingcafe.com
August 29, 2012
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Elena Griffin and her friend, Sloan trespass on private property to go caving. As it is her first time doing this, Elena shows a lot of anxiety and stumbles her way through this adventure. It seems that her friend Sloan is overly excited about this trip because she pushes Elena almost to the point of exhaustion. It is only when they are deep within the cave that Sloan allows Elena to rest. But Sloan isn’t ready to slow down just yet. Leaving Elena alone to rest for awhile, Sloan explores on her own until the only thing keeping her from falling to her death rips out of the rock.
Panic infuses Elena from head –to-toe when she realizes that she and her friend are separated. As a newbie, she can’t recall the way they entered and she has little to no knowledge of how to get out of the cave. After wandering and getting injured, Elena is finally found by the Dark Kings.
One of the Dark Kings, Guy takes an immediate interest to her. Grant allows their romance to bloom at a believable pace. Naturally, Constantine is suspicious of Elena because she was trespassing on private property and the Dark Kings do have a big secret that must remain hidden from the world. However, Guy slowly comes to trust Elena. Enough that he wants to reveal what he truly is to her. It is up to Elena to decide how the rest of their fate will span out. Will she accept this other, darker side of Guy? Or shun him for the abomination he is?
Grant weaves an intricate and entertaining tale of dragons and love. I’ve been enjoying this series because I do love a good dragon story. Grant is able to introduce these dragons to heroines who are new to the supernatural world. They never knew dragons existed before this. And to find love at the same time is a daunting (but rewarding) experience. I like the way that Grant is able to write these romances without having the storyline feel generic or repetitive. I’ve read countless of books where a heroine is thrust into a new, supernatural world. But with Grant’s writing, I never feel like it’s forced or strained. It seems to flow naturally.
I’m eager to get my hands on DAWN’S DESIRE. Banan is going to fall SO HARD.
*ARC provided by publisher
Elena Griffin and her friend, Sloan trespass on private property to go caving. As it is her first time doing this, Elena shows a lot of anxiety and stumbles her way through this adventure. It seems that her friend Sloan is overly excited about this trip because she pushes Elena almost to the point of exhaustion. It is only when they are deep within the cave that Sloan allows Elena to rest. But Sloan isn’t ready to slow down just yet. Leaving Elena alone to rest for awhile, Sloan explores on her own until the only thing keeping her from falling to her death rips out of the rock.
Panic infuses Elena from head –to-toe when she realizes that she and her friend are separated. As a newbie, she can’t recall the way they entered and she has little to no knowledge of how to get out of the cave. After wandering and getting injured, Elena is finally found by the Dark Kings.
One of the Dark Kings, Guy takes an immediate interest to her. Grant allows their romance to bloom at a believable pace. Naturally, Constantine is suspicious of Elena because she was trespassing on private property and the Dark Kings do have a big secret that must remain hidden from the world. However, Guy slowly comes to trust Elena. Enough that he wants to reveal what he truly is to her. It is up to Elena to decide how the rest of their fate will span out. Will she accept this other, darker side of Guy? Or shun him for the abomination he is?
Grant weaves an intricate and entertaining tale of dragons and love. I’ve been enjoying this series because I do love a good dragon story. Grant is able to introduce these dragons to heroines who are new to the supernatural world. They never knew dragons existed before this. And to find love at the same time is a daunting (but rewarding) experience. I like the way that Grant is able to write these romances without having the storyline feel generic or repetitive. I’ve read countless of books where a heroine is thrust into a new, supernatural world. But with Grant’s writing, I never feel like it’s forced or strained. It seems to flow naturally.
I’m eager to get my hands on DAWN’S DESIRE. Banan is going to fall SO HARD.
*ARC provided by publisher
November 30, 2015
This is another novella that is setting up the Dark King's series for future books. I found this second installment to have more of a storyline to it, and because of that my interest was engaged fully.
In this story we have Guy (one of the Dragon Kings) come across an injured woman in the Dragon's cave. Elena has not only been injured; but watched a fellow co-worker fall to her death...Needless to say she is very traumatized when she is found by Guy and his other friends. The men "rescue" her...but in the end she figures out that there are secrets that these men are trying to protect. Yes, they saved her; but is she truly a guest..or is she more of a captive...?
During her "stay" at this mansion, Elena and Guy fall quickly in love...What will happen when she finds out what he is hiding about who he really is? Will she accept him...or will she go running??
These novellas that are setting up the series are very short; but are becoming more and more full of information, and of course they are bringing to the table more questions as well. My biggest complaint is how fast each main couple falls in love; but the story on the whole is very enjoyable to read. I find myself able to overlook the fast fall into love theme when I have so much other things to think about! The sex is passionate too, and just adds that good old icing on the cake!! LOL
There is one more novella before the first full length book begins. I am finding myself very eager to get to that first book! I have always enjoyed Donna Grant's worlds that she creates, and this is a series that I am glad I gave a chance to!!
In this story we have Guy (one of the Dragon Kings) come across an injured woman in the Dragon's cave. Elena has not only been injured; but watched a fellow co-worker fall to her death...Needless to say she is very traumatized when she is found by Guy and his other friends. The men "rescue" her...but in the end she figures out that there are secrets that these men are trying to protect. Yes, they saved her; but is she truly a guest..or is she more of a captive...?
During her "stay" at this mansion, Elena and Guy fall quickly in love...What will happen when she finds out what he is hiding about who he really is? Will she accept him...or will she go running??
These novellas that are setting up the series are very short; but are becoming more and more full of information, and of course they are bringing to the table more questions as well. My biggest complaint is how fast each main couple falls in love; but the story on the whole is very enjoyable to read. I find myself able to overlook the fast fall into love theme when I have so much other things to think about! The sex is passionate too, and just adds that good old icing on the cake!! LOL
There is one more novella before the first full length book begins. I am finding myself very eager to get to that first book! I have always enjoyed Donna Grant's worlds that she creates, and this is a series that I am glad I gave a chance to!!
June 21, 2021
2.5/5
Otra historia corta - Nos van entregando más datos introductorios.
En este caso nos trae la historia de Guy -otro rey Dragón (Rey de los rojos – Quien tiene el poder de eliminar los recuerdos), y Elena – Experta en gemas. Ella ha conseguido el trabajo de sus sueños; sin embargo su nueva jefa la ha invitado a realizar una excursión por las cuevas de Dreagan. En esta travesía sufren un accidente que ocasionara la muerte de su jefe Elena quedara sola y el momento más “oscuro” será rescatada por Guy y otros dos reyes dragón.
Desde el primer momento existe atracción sin embargo Guy se resiste hasta que poco a poco va confiando su secreto a Elena , Entre todos querrán averiguar que tanto saben de los dragones la empresa donde trabaja Elena.
Por supuesto me intriga el tema de Ulrik y los silvers. Con me ha empezado a llamar un poco la atención. Aun así la historia no tiene mucha credibilidad, no me convence que todo suceda tan rápidamente. Esperemos que las novelas me despierten mas emociones.
Otra historia corta - Nos van entregando más datos introductorios.
En este caso nos trae la historia de Guy -otro rey Dragón (Rey de los rojos – Quien tiene el poder de eliminar los recuerdos), y Elena – Experta en gemas. Ella ha conseguido el trabajo de sus sueños; sin embargo su nueva jefa la ha invitado a realizar una excursión por las cuevas de Dreagan. En esta travesía sufren un accidente que ocasionara la muerte de su jefe Elena quedara sola y el momento más “oscuro” será rescatada por Guy y otros dos reyes dragón.
Desde el primer momento existe atracción sin embargo Guy se resiste hasta que poco a poco va confiando su secreto a Elena , Entre todos querrán averiguar que tanto saben de los dragones la empresa donde trabaja Elena.
Por supuesto me intriga el tema de Ulrik y los silvers. Con me ha empezado a llamar un poco la atención. Aun así la historia no tiene mucha credibilidad, no me convence que todo suceda tan rápidamente. Esperemos que las novelas me despierten mas emociones.
August 10, 2019
Someone knows they exist. The Dragon Kings have been careful to keep their secrets, but someone is hunting them. Elena is strong and independent and Guy is a Dragon King, together they will forge a connection rare among the Dragon Kings but will it be enough.
August 8, 2019
Soooo, I'm listening to this and thoroughly enjoyed it. I hate that I waited so long to come back to this series.
September 26, 2012
I enjoyed this book better then the first. I felt like the first book set us up but this one really took us into the story with the Kings.
The circumstances that brought Guy and Elena together were tragic to say the least. Elena has gone caving with her brand new boss, as she had only been in Great Britain a short while she felt obligated to go. She didn’t realize that this one caving trip would change her life forever. After the tragic accident Elena is wounded and scared, when the Kings find her it is Guy that she gravitates to.
The attraction between Guy and Elena is pretty explosive from the beginning even though they both try to ignore the attraction. Elena is scared and doesn’t know what will happen to her, but it doesn’t take long for Elena to begin to turn to Guy to help her when it becomes clear the Kings are planning on holding her. She doesn’t understand where the feelings are coming from but she doesn’t really fight them, but instead goes with it. Guy on the other hand is fighting the attraction as much as possible. He knows the implications of this intense attraction. He doesn’t realize how strong the protective instincts will become until Elena is placed in danger. Then all his protective instincts come out en masse.
This story is intense and fast paced; there is no room for boredom. The story jumps off from the beginning and does not let up even at the end. The danger and intrigue of this story keep you engaged and you fall into the story. I really liked Elena she was strong and held her own even against all those testosterone filled men. When things started getting more and more intense she still kept her wits about her. Guy was also likeable, after seeing what Hal had gone through, he somewhat knew what to expect, but wasn’t really prepared for what it really felt like, so we got to go through the emotions with him. His fear of rejection was a bit heartwarming. We knew there was no way Elena would really reject him, but he didn’t know that. So when he was dejected it really made you feel a bit protective of him which is surprising since he is such a warm but strong man. You don’t expect to feel protective of someone like that.
I highly recommend this series of novellas. It is very easy to get addicted to these men and each read is quick and entertaining.
Rating: 4.5
The circumstances that brought Guy and Elena together were tragic to say the least. Elena has gone caving with her brand new boss, as she had only been in Great Britain a short while she felt obligated to go. She didn’t realize that this one caving trip would change her life forever. After the tragic accident Elena is wounded and scared, when the Kings find her it is Guy that she gravitates to.
The attraction between Guy and Elena is pretty explosive from the beginning even though they both try to ignore the attraction. Elena is scared and doesn’t know what will happen to her, but it doesn’t take long for Elena to begin to turn to Guy to help her when it becomes clear the Kings are planning on holding her. She doesn’t understand where the feelings are coming from but she doesn’t really fight them, but instead goes with it. Guy on the other hand is fighting the attraction as much as possible. He knows the implications of this intense attraction. He doesn’t realize how strong the protective instincts will become until Elena is placed in danger. Then all his protective instincts come out en masse.
This story is intense and fast paced; there is no room for boredom. The story jumps off from the beginning and does not let up even at the end. The danger and intrigue of this story keep you engaged and you fall into the story. I really liked Elena she was strong and held her own even against all those testosterone filled men. When things started getting more and more intense she still kept her wits about her. Guy was also likeable, after seeing what Hal had gone through, he somewhat knew what to expect, but wasn’t really prepared for what it really felt like, so we got to go through the emotions with him. His fear of rejection was a bit heartwarming. We knew there was no way Elena would really reject him, but he didn’t know that. So when he was dejected it really made you feel a bit protective of him which is surprising since he is such a warm but strong man. You don’t expect to feel protective of someone like that.
I highly recommend this series of novellas. It is very easy to get addicted to these men and each read is quick and entertaining.
Rating: 4.5
September 13, 2012
Elena is trying to please her new employer. She is making an enormous effort is being an accommodating new employee. Elena knows she does not possess the athleticism that caving requires. She lets Sloane talk her into this little caving expedition anyhow. When Elena finds herself lost and alone in a cave that her new boss has drug her into her only thoughts are of getting out of the cave alive.
The dragons that inhabit the Dreagan property know they heard something from the caves. They know they should not hear anything from the caves, certainly not a woman’s scream. Upon further investigation they discover that not only do they have a trespasser, they have an injured one. Guy and crew take her back to their home to treat her injuries and discover exactly why she was on their property to begin with.
Guy has been under the assumption for the past five months that Hal and his feelings for a human are a fluke. After all Hal is the only dragon who has any type of feeling for a human. All the other dragons in residence at the Dreagan mansion have a lack of feeling when it comes to humans. Once Guy meets Elena he begins to understand that all the possessive emotions and doubt that poor Hal went through.
I’m looking forward to the next book in the Dark King’s series. Some interesting problems were revealed at the end and I am anxious to know where this will take the dragons.
What I learned for reading this novella. If I am ever lost be it in a cave, woods, mountains, parking lot, anything you can think of. I want sexy dragon shifters to find me and take me home with them.
The dragons that inhabit the Dreagan property know they heard something from the caves. They know they should not hear anything from the caves, certainly not a woman’s scream. Upon further investigation they discover that not only do they have a trespasser, they have an injured one. Guy and crew take her back to their home to treat her injuries and discover exactly why she was on their property to begin with.
Guy has been under the assumption for the past five months that Hal and his feelings for a human are a fluke. After all Hal is the only dragon who has any type of feeling for a human. All the other dragons in residence at the Dreagan mansion have a lack of feeling when it comes to humans. Once Guy meets Elena he begins to understand that all the possessive emotions and doubt that poor Hal went through.
I’m looking forward to the next book in the Dark King’s series. Some interesting problems were revealed at the end and I am anxious to know where this will take the dragons.
What I learned for reading this novella. If I am ever lost be it in a cave, woods, mountains, parking lot, anything you can think of. I want sexy dragon shifters to find me and take me home with them.
June 19, 2018
A solid 3 🌟🌟🌟 novella in the Dark Kings series This is the second in a trilogy of prequels to the main series.
The plot of this novella was more engaging than the previous novella Dark Craving. Elena and Guy make a nice couple and Donna Grant does a good job of writing a convincing love story in a short space of time, which is quite a feat.
The novella contains further exposition which sets up the final novella Dawn's Desire in the prequel trilogy and for the main series. The story also contains the recurring characters from the first novella Dark Craving and follows on directly from it. As such, its best to read this story in the series order to avoid spoilers and get the most out of the plot arcs.
The plot of this novella was more engaging than the previous novella Dark Craving. Elena and Guy make a nice couple and Donna Grant does a good job of writing a convincing love story in a short space of time, which is quite a feat.
The novella contains further exposition which sets up the final novella Dawn's Desire in the prequel trilogy and for the main series. The story also contains the recurring characters from the first novella Dark Craving and follows on directly from it. As such, its best to read this story in the series order to avoid spoilers and get the most out of the plot arcs.
November 11, 2014
3 stars
Guy (Dragon King of Reds) + Elena (human)
Was that a cliffhanger or something because I have a plenty of unanswered questions here regarding of situations happened the book. I hope I will get my answers in the next anthology or in Book 1.
Another thing I'm hoping from the author is please let these couples have their own children. I feel sad when I learnt "the babe won't lasted for term".
I'm beginning to like this series. This emotion I'm having may be biased because I'm obsessed with dragons and dragon-shifters lately. Nothing is more enticing than the great, lethal, and magnificent mythic creature such as dragon.
Read on your own peril.
Guy (Dragon King of Reds) + Elena (human)
Was that a cliffhanger or something because I have a plenty of unanswered questions here regarding of situations happened the book. I hope I will get my answers in the next anthology or in Book 1.
Another thing I'm hoping from the author is please let these couples have their own children. I feel sad when I learnt "the babe won't lasted for term".
I'm beginning to like this series. This emotion I'm having may be biased because I'm obsessed with dragons and dragon-shifters lately. Nothing is more enticing than the great, lethal, and magnificent mythic creature such as dragon.
Read on your own peril.
October 23, 2015
Night's Awakening is the second short novella in Donna Grant's Night's Awakening. While I like the idea behind this series the development of the characters and romance is lacking. They meet, they are instantly connected, they have sex and decide they are in love. Granted these are fairly short books at about 100 pages but I would still like to see the romance develop and learn a bit more about the characters. I liked Guy and Elena or at least what little we learned about them in this book but I wanted more. I will continue to read this at least until I read the first full length book because that might give me the character and relationship development I found lacking in this one.
June 9, 2017
"And there is much you don't know about me. I have awful habits, Guy, like switching radio stations constantly until I find a song I like. I can't stand commercials."
- Elena. Saying stupid shit since 2012.
What's up with these women being automatically okay with the men being dragons? I'm waiting for someone to faint or vomit.
- Elena. Saying stupid shit since 2012.
What's up with these women being automatically okay with the men being dragons? I'm waiting for someone to faint or vomit.
October 4, 2015
3.5 stars
Cliffhanger.
Cliffhanger.
February 16, 2018
Oh my, A dragon named Guy. just my luck, Sexy, erotic ..Oh My Guy
February 5, 2019
3.5 stars - Paranormal Romance Novella
Major insta-lust/insta-love, but it worked for me. Excited for more sexy dragons with this series!
Major insta-lust/insta-love, but it worked for me. Excited for more sexy dragons with this series!
June 25, 2020
Re-listened on 3/1-2020.
First listened on: 1-2/12-2019.
I listened to this as a part of the audio book collection Dark Heat on Audible Escape.
First listened on: 1-2/12-2019.
I listened to this as a part of the audio book collection Dark Heat on Audible Escape.
May 14, 2019
The dark kings series is not what I'd call an extremely well written series. It's interesting and engrossing as a whole, but individually, the books will not give readers any satisfaction.
The plot lines and romance of the protagonists in each book are rather insipid and tedious. It's the overarching story of the dragon kings that will catch your interest. Even here, the relationships of the dragon kings to each other is not explored properly and seems to be treated very flippantly and glibly. There seems to be a distrust for their leader Constantine, no closeness between the dragon kings and why they still follow him, leaves one perplexed. They come across as a family only for name sake.
The only redeeming characters in the book are Ulri and Rhi. Their characters are well fleshed out and get progressively more fleshed out with each book and you can see their relationships with each of the dragon kings.
With each book a little bit of the overarching story reveals itself a bit more and leaves you wanting to know the rest of it. The books are written in manner that will leave you wanting to know the main story and that will be the only reason you will pick up the next book. And each book will leave you hanging, frustrated and waiting for the story to complete.
Other paranormal romance series authors like, Ilona Andrews, Thea Harrison, Jeanine Frost and Nalini Singh to name a few, write series where each book is individually satisfying and the individual stories and characters are fully explored in each book adding to the relationship between all characters which aids in adding to the over-arching story. Each book fleshes out more of each character and their relationships and leaves you wanting more.
So if you are just picking up this genre, I would recommend any of the above authors before coming to Donna Grant's Dark King Series, as you might be put off by this genre, if this is your first foray into this genre.
The plot lines and romance of the protagonists in each book are rather insipid and tedious. It's the overarching story of the dragon kings that will catch your interest. Even here, the relationships of the dragon kings to each other is not explored properly and seems to be treated very flippantly and glibly. There seems to be a distrust for their leader Constantine, no closeness between the dragon kings and why they still follow him, leaves one perplexed. They come across as a family only for name sake.
The only redeeming characters in the book are Ulri and Rhi. Their characters are well fleshed out and get progressively more fleshed out with each book and you can see their relationships with each of the dragon kings.
With each book a little bit of the overarching story reveals itself a bit more and leaves you wanting to know the rest of it. The books are written in manner that will leave you wanting to know the main story and that will be the only reason you will pick up the next book. And each book will leave you hanging, frustrated and waiting for the story to complete.
Other paranormal romance series authors like, Ilona Andrews, Thea Harrison, Jeanine Frost and Nalini Singh to name a few, write series where each book is individually satisfying and the individual stories and characters are fully explored in each book adding to the relationship between all characters which aids in adding to the over-arching story. Each book fleshes out more of each character and their relationships and leaves you wanting more.
So if you are just picking up this genre, I would recommend any of the above authors before coming to Donna Grant's Dark King Series, as you might be put off by this genre, if this is your first foray into this genre.
August 19, 2019
A quick read, Night's Awakening continues the story of how things are changing around the dragon kings. When the silver dragon king, Ulrick was betrayed by his human mate, a war between humans and dragons started. When all was said and done, Con, the king of the dragon kings, decided that the best way to protect his kind was to keep all kings from having feelings. Their emotions were bound and since then, no king had fallen for another human woman. Until Hal and Cassie. But that wasn't the only change in their world. For millennia, the silver dragons caged inside a Drago mountain have been dormant, but suddenly they moved. As unexpected things continue to shake the dragon kings' world, one more immortal will fall. Elena Griffin was not the adventurous type, but she was a dedicated employee. For years, she gave her everything to secure the promotion that brought her to London. So, when her boss told her that they were going caving, Elena couldn't refuse. When that outing went upside down, Elena was left injured and scared inside a mountain she couldn't navigate alone. Then Guy, a member of an ancient order of shape-shifting warriors, finds her and takes her into his home. Driven to protect Elena with a fierceness that scares him, Guy soon knows that Elena is his match. But will she give up her life outside Drago to be with him? Or will the secret of who he really is send her running for the hills? A sexy romance novella that starts with a rescue and ends with the beginning of a mystery the dragon kings must solve in order to keep their secret safe...
May 22, 2021
This novella provides more backstory to the Dragon Kings who were, again, introduced in the ‘Dark Warriors’ series.
As with Hal and Cassie in the previous novella, the romance surrounding the instant attraction between Guy and Elena needs improvement. In spite of this, both hero and heroine are well written characters who, along with the other dragon shifters and human, I’ve found myself endeared to.
If Guy and Elena had gotten the same HEA as that of Hal and Cassie, I would have been equally satisfied. However, I was pleasantly surprised by the unceremonious happy ending with the setting for the Dragon Kings shifting from the mansion and off of Dreagan lands (sorry to sound so cryptic - I’m trying not to give away any spoilers). This, as well as a much more suspenseful and action driven storyline, caused me to enjoy this book all the more.
I look forward to see how the momentum builds as this series slowly progresses. I’m also hoping future books will be able to impart answers to some as yet unanswered questions that I have.
Well, Elena desperately wanted more adventure and to see the world.
I think she’s gotten her wish.
As with Hal and Cassie in the previous novella, the romance surrounding the instant attraction between Guy and Elena needs improvement. In spite of this, both hero and heroine are well written characters who, along with the other dragon shifters and human, I’ve found myself endeared to.
If Guy and Elena had gotten the same HEA as that of Hal and Cassie, I would have been equally satisfied. However, I was pleasantly surprised by the unceremonious happy ending with the setting for the Dragon Kings shifting from the mansion and off of Dreagan lands (sorry to sound so cryptic - I’m trying not to give away any spoilers). This, as well as a much more suspenseful and action driven storyline, caused me to enjoy this book all the more.
I look forward to see how the momentum builds as this series slowly progresses. I’m also hoping future books will be able to impart answers to some as yet unanswered questions that I have.
Well, Elena desperately wanted more adventure and to see the world.
I think she’s gotten her wish.
March 19, 2024
3.5 Stars this was a good short book. But it was too short. That's why I gave it three and a half stars. I liked how Guy let Elena figure out what they were. Although it took her seeing a dragon for her to put the final piece of the puzzle together and with hints from Guy on what they were she was able to put two and two together. I do wish the book was longer. I wanted to see more interaction between her and Sloan(her boss who died in the caves) and what made Sloan taker to go caving. That should have been at the beginning instead of just starting with them going into the cave. I will be reading the next one cuz I'll be curious to see what they find on who is coming after them. After I read book 5 I'll have to make a decision on whether or not I want to continue on with this series because they start getting expensive. All the books leading up to five are free with KU but after book 5 I think they are $5-$7 dollars. Looking forward to reading the next one about Banan.
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February 4, 2020
Elena y Guy, esta relacion es de las que menos se mencionan en los siguientes libros, y sin embargo es la primera que hace mencion a PureGems, que fue la primera empresa con la que tuvieron que enfrentarse los Dragon Kings en esta serie.
En este libro comenzamos con las intrigas, y a enlazar la trama con Ulrik y sus hombres, tambien podemos ver mas de Tristan y lo que le cuesta aprender a ser un Dragon King.
La personalidad de Con se comienza a ver en todo su esplendor, ya comienza a hacer sentir a las compañeras incomodas, y comienza a verse su preocupacion real sobre el futuro de sus Dragon Kings.
Ahora, al ser una historia corta, las explicaciones son pocas, pero van complentando las del libro anterior para que comencemos a armar el panorama completo y porque se mantienen ocultos.
En este libro comenzamos con las intrigas, y a enlazar la trama con Ulrik y sus hombres, tambien podemos ver mas de Tristan y lo que le cuesta aprender a ser un Dragon King.
La personalidad de Con se comienza a ver en todo su esplendor, ya comienza a hacer sentir a las compañeras incomodas, y comienza a verse su preocupacion real sobre el futuro de sus Dragon Kings.
Ahora, al ser una historia corta, las explicaciones son pocas, pero van complentando las del libro anterior para que comencemos a armar el panorama completo y porque se mantienen ocultos.
July 19, 2021
This book was a great improvement from Dark Craving! The plot was way more interesting and I was actually glad the book didn't solve the hole plot, since it was too short to give it a good finish on its own.
I'm just a little bummed to not have the main characters binded before the end of the book. I really hope nothing bad happens to any of them before they are able to complete the mating ceremony.
I'll jump to the next installment right now.
I'm just a little bummed to not have the main characters binded before the end of the book. I really hope nothing bad happens to any of them before they are able to complete the mating ceremony.
I'll jump to the next installment right now.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 20, 2023
I feel like Donna Grant books always go from 0 to 60 in a few pages. I have read other paranormal romance books that have decent character development in a short amount of pages. The books aren’t bad, don’t get me wrong, but it always seems like the love stories are kind of rushed. You don’t really get to interact with the characters enough before they’re in love, but this is just the start of this series, maybe the full version of book one will be a little bit more intricately written, than these short novellas.
February 25, 2019
Absolutely awesome series
I love every aspect of these stories, the romance the thrill the drama the mythology, absolutely EVERYTHING beautifully written and described, I love that it's set in Scotland as I'm a decendent of the Highlander Cameron Clan, brings back memories of stories my father told me about the magnificent landscape and culture, utter respect to Donna Grant for this beautifully written piece of art, cant wait to continue reading the rest if the series.
I love every aspect of these stories, the romance the thrill the drama the mythology, absolutely EVERYTHING beautifully written and described, I love that it's set in Scotland as I'm a decendent of the Highlander Cameron Clan, brings back memories of stories my father told me about the magnificent landscape and culture, utter respect to Donna Grant for this beautifully written piece of art, cant wait to continue reading the rest if the series.
July 27, 2019
Really enjoy this series! Loved how this one started with the cave exploring aspect. Elena and Guy are sweet together and some good passion. I’m always on board for the whole mates thing! Love that connection. This was a fun, short read. I love the world this series takes place in and the dragon shifters. Looking forward to reading the next!
September 21, 2020
Cliffhanger alert!!!!!
I really liked this story, even though it was short. What I didn’t like is that there is a cliffhanger, those I am not a big fan of. Thankfully I have picked this series up years after it started so the next book is just a click away. I liked both Guy and Elena, they were good characters and had amazing chemistry.
I really liked this story, even though it was short. What I didn’t like is that there is a cliffhanger, those I am not a big fan of. Thankfully I have picked this series up years after it started so the next book is just a click away. I liked both Guy and Elena, they were good characters and had amazing chemistry.
February 15, 2023
The short stories into the Dark Kings world continues with Guy & Elena. The chemistry between them was explosive from the beginning. The story starts off with a twist right from the start with a death. And it ends with a mild cliffhanger plot to find out who is behind the scenes trying to break into the secret at Dreagan.
September 17, 2017
Guy finds there is more to the world than that of the Dragon Kings. He finds that he can love and the love that will make him whole again. Elena finds that she has been drawn in to a world she knows nothing about. The intrigue shall now begin.
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