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Blood Rites #3
Blood Rites 3
Forbidden passions ignite and savage instincts awaken in this dark, romantic fantasy.
Lazarus Cross, the blood paladin, has broken his bond with his patron goddess, intent on harnessing his powers his own ways. And he must learn to do so quickly in order to protect Crimson Keep—a sanctuary on the brink of destruction.
As Duchess Tempest Talon's menacing army from Shadowmoor advances, Lazarus faces a harrowing turn the once-peaceful town into an impregnable stronghold or watch it succumb to darkness.
With time running out, he seeks solace in the embrace of three powerful women—Baroness Belladonna, whose allure matches her formidable wit, the healer Aria, whose divine magic may hold the key to salvation, and the enigmatic druidic ranger, Rowan, whose mysterious nature has revealed itself in a secret power.
Yet, amidst the chaos, new allies vie for Lazarus's attention. Gisele, a chillingly beautiful specter from the plane of the dead, offers a haunting gift, while Sylvia, a beguiling doppelganger, becomes anyone he needs her to be. In a world where loyalties are tested, they must unite to harness the forgotten powers of ancient gods.
In this dark, romantic fantasy, the battle for love, power, and the very fate of Crimson Keep will test Lazarus and his companions. Who will prove to be the strongest ally in their quest to defeat the malevolent new goddess, Sanguiana? Prepare for a breathtaking journey filled with mystery, passion, and peril, where alliances are forged and broken, and where the line between love and bloodlust blurs.
Lazarus Cross, the blood paladin, has broken his bond with his patron goddess, intent on harnessing his powers his own ways. And he must learn to do so quickly in order to protect Crimson Keep—a sanctuary on the brink of destruction.
As Duchess Tempest Talon's menacing army from Shadowmoor advances, Lazarus faces a harrowing turn the once-peaceful town into an impregnable stronghold or watch it succumb to darkness.
With time running out, he seeks solace in the embrace of three powerful women—Baroness Belladonna, whose allure matches her formidable wit, the healer Aria, whose divine magic may hold the key to salvation, and the enigmatic druidic ranger, Rowan, whose mysterious nature has revealed itself in a secret power.
Yet, amidst the chaos, new allies vie for Lazarus's attention. Gisele, a chillingly beautiful specter from the plane of the dead, offers a haunting gift, while Sylvia, a beguiling doppelganger, becomes anyone he needs her to be. In a world where loyalties are tested, they must unite to harness the forgotten powers of ancient gods.
In this dark, romantic fantasy, the battle for love, power, and the very fate of Crimson Keep will test Lazarus and his companions. Who will prove to be the strongest ally in their quest to defeat the malevolent new goddess, Sanguiana? Prepare for a breathtaking journey filled with mystery, passion, and peril, where alliances are forged and broken, and where the line between love and bloodlust blurs.
- GenresHarem
483 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 30, 2023
About the author
Peter North
36 books18 followersOgre by day, hero by night...
Peter North has been writing "serious" SF&F adventures for many years, under another name. But there's only so long a guy can be serious before he starts to go a bit mad.
This is where Peter comes to play.
Inspired by Sword & Sorcery of old and HaremLit of new, Peter North's books are a place where men (and open-minded women) can come to experience the intersection of Fantasy and fantasies.
Peter North has been writing "serious" SF&F adventures for many years, under another name. But there's only so long a guy can be serious before he starts to go a bit mad.
This is where Peter comes to play.
Inspired by Sword & Sorcery of old and HaremLit of new, Peter North's books are a place where men (and open-minded women) can come to experience the intersection of Fantasy and fantasies.
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March 16, 2025
Ok
So, I enjoyed his Elemental and Arctic series immensely. I’m having problems enjoying this one as much. Part of what bothers me is the lack of relationship development … specifically the MC spends A LOT of his time away, and when he has a member of his harem with him it’s usually one, two at most. He comes back, wham bam thank you ma’am, then back to work. Harem member 3 has development, but it’s when he’s not there … there’s very little discussion between FLs and MC. This is way different from his other series.
Another thing that has been bothering me is all the viewpoint shifts. It moves the story, but a shift is writing style that was jarring for me at least.
That being said, story itself is interesting and moving along. I just couldn’t give it more than 3*.
So, I enjoyed his Elemental and Arctic series immensely. I’m having problems enjoying this one as much. Part of what bothers me is the lack of relationship development … specifically the MC spends A LOT of his time away, and when he has a member of his harem with him it’s usually one, two at most. He comes back, wham bam thank you ma’am, then back to work. Harem member 3 has development, but it’s when he’s not there … there’s very little discussion between FLs and MC. This is way different from his other series.
Another thing that has been bothering me is all the viewpoint shifts. It moves the story, but a shift is writing style that was jarring for me at least.
That being said, story itself is interesting and moving along. I just couldn’t give it more than 3*.
May 9, 2026
Beyond Expectations
"Blood Rites 3" is yet another reason why I so dearly love reading Peter North novels. This book is an exciting, quickly-paced fantasy book. At the same time, it contains a few highly detailed erotica scenes. The man is a master of fantasy. Yet, he can also handle writing the erotica better than most other authors who I've read who work in this genre, too.
All of that said, I did notice several errors within the text of this book. But, I enjoyed the fantasy plot so much that I simply ignored them and kept reading.
There is very tight continuity with this series. So, be sure to have read the previous two books first. After that, I highly recommend reading "Blood Rites 3"!
"Blood Rites 3" is yet another reason why I so dearly love reading Peter North novels. This book is an exciting, quickly-paced fantasy book. At the same time, it contains a few highly detailed erotica scenes. The man is a master of fantasy. Yet, he can also handle writing the erotica better than most other authors who I've read who work in this genre, too.
All of that said, I did notice several errors within the text of this book. But, I enjoyed the fantasy plot so much that I simply ignored them and kept reading.
There is very tight continuity with this series. So, be sure to have read the previous two books first. After that, I highly recommend reading "Blood Rites 3"!
November 22, 2023
A great series!!!
A truly well written adult fantasy adventure!!! An exciting tale of magic, warfare and ancient deities !!!! As always well written and edited!! More more
A truly well written adult fantasy adventure!!! An exciting tale of magic, warfare and ancient deities !!!! As always well written and edited!! More more
November 11, 2024
Typical Harem Adventure
Story is well put together and well paced. I would like to see MC ahead and not always playing catch up with events.
Story is well put together and well paced. I would like to see MC ahead and not always playing catch up with events.
December 23, 2024
A great addition to a great harem horror series. Lazarus is a highly likable MC to me.
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