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The Last Vampire Queen #1
Heir of Blood and Moonlight
Seven immortals. One queen. A love to die for.
I'm the last of my kind–the last living female vampire. The only one left to save my race from extinction. No pressure, right?
For three decades, I’ve been on the run, living as a human librarian and hiding from the shifters who slaughtered my family when I was a kid. But now they’ve found me, and the only way to protect myself–and my son–is to claim my throne and unlock my magic, gifted to my ancestors by the moon goddess Selene. And to do that, I need to bind myself to seven consorts. Seven insanely hot, powerful, and irresistible immortal men.
There’s Gavin, the bossy undead vampire who awakens desires I thought long dormant.
Bastian, the tattooed shifter who betrayed his own kind to protect me.
Ash, the huge, brooding warrior who sees the strength in me I'd forgotten.
And Javier, my childhood guardian who's always been more than just a protector.
But it's not all steamy nights and second chances. Enemies lurk in every shadow, threatening everything I hold dear. The ancient war between vampires and shifters could destroy us all, and the shifter king will stop at nothing to capture me.
I'm done running. Done hiding. I'll fight like hell to protect my newfound family–both my son and my consorts. I'm not just a librarian anymore. I'm not just a mom. I’m the last gods-damned vampire queen.
And it’s time for me to reclaim my throne.
I'm the last of my kind–the last living female vampire. The only one left to save my race from extinction. No pressure, right?
For three decades, I’ve been on the run, living as a human librarian and hiding from the shifters who slaughtered my family when I was a kid. But now they’ve found me, and the only way to protect myself–and my son–is to claim my throne and unlock my magic, gifted to my ancestors by the moon goddess Selene. And to do that, I need to bind myself to seven consorts. Seven insanely hot, powerful, and irresistible immortal men.
There’s Gavin, the bossy undead vampire who awakens desires I thought long dormant.
Bastian, the tattooed shifter who betrayed his own kind to protect me.
Ash, the huge, brooding warrior who sees the strength in me I'd forgotten.
And Javier, my childhood guardian who's always been more than just a protector.
But it's not all steamy nights and second chances. Enemies lurk in every shadow, threatening everything I hold dear. The ancient war between vampires and shifters could destroy us all, and the shifter king will stop at nothing to capture me.
I'm done running. Done hiding. I'll fight like hell to protect my newfound family–both my son and my consorts. I'm not just a librarian anymore. I'm not just a mom. I’m the last gods-damned vampire queen.
And it’s time for me to reclaim my throne.
334 pages, Paperback
Published November 14, 2024
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Lindsey Sparks also writes as Lindsey Fairleigh.
Lindsey is a bestselling Science Fiction and Fantasy author who lives her life with one foot in a book—so long as that book transports her to a magical world or bends the rules of science. Her novels, from Science Fiction Adventure to Time Travel Romance, always offer a hearty dose of unreality, along with plenty of history, mystery, adventure, and romance.
When she's not working on her next novel, Lindsey spends her time hanging out with her two little boys, working in her garden, or playing board games with her husband. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family and their small pack of cats and dogs.
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Lindsey Sparks also writes as Lindsey Fairleigh.
Lindsey is a bestselling Science Fiction and Fantasy author who lives her life with one foot in a book—so long as that book transports her to a magical world or bends the rules of science. Her novels, from Science Fiction Adventure to Time Travel Romance, always offer a hearty dose of unreality, along with plenty of history, mystery, adventure, and romance.
When she's not working on her next novel, Lindsey spends her time hanging out with her two little boys, working in her garden, or playing board games with her husband. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family and their small pack of cats and dogs.
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October 22, 2024
Well crap.
Why ya gotta do me like this Lindsey?
This book isn't even out yet and I am angrily waiting for book 2.
This was spicy, great start to the world building and enough intrigue to have me geeked for the next book.
I am stoked to get more time with some of these fellers!
Much love to Lindsey Sparks for my ARC, can't wait for the next book!
Why ya gotta do me like this Lindsey?
This book isn't even out yet and I am angrily waiting for book 2.
This was spicy, great start to the world building and enough intrigue to have me geeked for the next book.
I am stoked to get more time with some of these fellers!
Much love to Lindsey Sparks for my ARC, can't wait for the next book!
May 1, 2025
1⭐️
Maybe because I didn’t read the description before I chose to read this but listen I’m all for spicy but when it’s all just spice and minimal plot it’s hard for me. Very steamy but there was so many unnecessary shmex scenes I didn’t feel it flowed and just wasn’t for me. For the time the plot actually came into the story line made it okay. Also I just don’t vibe with how the writer writes, idk how to explain it, the concept was cool but it just wasn’t executed how I would’ve liked it I guess.
Maybe because I didn’t read the description before I chose to read this but listen I’m all for spicy but when it’s all just spice and minimal plot it’s hard for me. Very steamy but there was so many unnecessary shmex scenes I didn’t feel it flowed and just wasn’t for me. For the time the plot actually came into the story line made it okay. Also I just don’t vibe with how the writer writes, idk how to explain it, the concept was cool but it just wasn’t executed how I would’ve liked it I guess.
January 2, 2025
safe to say i will not be reading the second 🫣
November 14, 2024
HEIR OF BLOOD AND MOONLIGHT was a fantastic first installment in a new why-choose/reverse harem vampire romance series. The action starts off pretty immediately as were dropped off in this contemporary world as we meet Sophie, a living vampire, librarian on the run, the last of her kind. She finds herself in a situation of sorts where she has to bind herself to seven men to save both herself and her people. There’s danger at every turn and her quest to save everything isn’t an easy one, so it’s a tense adventure from start to finish.
With 7 consorts, expect things to get 🌶️spicy🌶️, which they certainly did. This book isn’t all steam and romance though. There are plenty of serious moments and themes, particularly concerning trauma and how that affects a person on many levels. Sophie carries around a lot of emotional trauma from past events and it was interesting to see how that affects her daily life. Also, she’s a mother who would move heaven and earth to save her son, so that plays a big role in the story as well.
With plenty of danger, twists and turns aplenty, and so much more, this was an exciting ride from start to finish. I can’t wait to see what future books hold for our queen and her consorts. 5 stars. Definitely pick this up if you enjoy:
🍁Reverse harem/why choose
🍁Touch her and 💀
🍁Grumpy x sunshine
🍁Found family
🍁Hidden powers/identity
🍁Paranormal romance
🍁Spicy romance
🍁Mid-30s FMC
With 7 consorts, expect things to get 🌶️spicy🌶️, which they certainly did. This book isn’t all steam and romance though. There are plenty of serious moments and themes, particularly concerning trauma and how that affects a person on many levels. Sophie carries around a lot of emotional trauma from past events and it was interesting to see how that affects her daily life. Also, she’s a mother who would move heaven and earth to save her son, so that plays a big role in the story as well.
With plenty of danger, twists and turns aplenty, and so much more, this was an exciting ride from start to finish. I can’t wait to see what future books hold for our queen and her consorts. 5 stars. Definitely pick this up if you enjoy:
🍁Reverse harem/why choose
🍁Touch her and 💀
🍁Grumpy x sunshine
🍁Found family
🍁Hidden powers/identity
🍁Paranormal romance
🍁Spicy romance
🍁Mid-30s FMC
December 4, 2024
Rating 4.5 ⭐
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⮞ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 ⮜
Sophie - I liked her as a character and her struggles to remain in hiding. Also the details about her vampiric self and how they need nourishment were really interesting. I liked the fact we also got to know her as a persona, her past, present and the in between.
A part of the consorts - Well they are all morally grey to a certain point. They are very easily identifiable and you don't confuse the two, and interestingly enough they are all sooooooo different.
⮞ 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝-𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 ⮜
The majority of the story happens in our world, but there is like another world behind a veil that was interesting to explore and hopefully in the next book we get more info on that.
⮞ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐝/𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐝 ⮜
I liked a lot that the story was fast-paced and there was no dull moment in it. You'll be giggling, and hold on for dear life on the adventure they're going. The characters are all very unique and is so easy to know who is talking now. One thing that I didn't liked was that . Other than that the story was quite interesting, and if you're looking for vampires, shifters, smuttttttt and lots of ups and downs and twisted world then you'll enjoy this :D. And yes I am very much interested in reading the next story because I bet is gonna be even more wow.
⮞ 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞/TW ⮜
The story is spicy alright. I'd say is 5 out of 5 on this one, because you've got threesomes, orgies and banging almost every other page and the book doesn't shy away from the details. There is also kidnapping, abuse/fighting towards some characters, however, nothing that happened in the book triggered me, but as usual make sure to read the trigger warnings.
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⮞ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 ⮜
Sophie - I liked her as a character and her struggles to remain in hiding. Also the details about her vampiric self and how they need nourishment were really interesting. I liked the fact we also got to know her as a persona, her past, present and the in between.
A part of the consorts - Well they are all morally grey to a certain point. They are very easily identifiable and you don't confuse the two, and interestingly enough they are all sooooooo different.
⮞ 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝-𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 ⮜
The majority of the story happens in our world, but there is like another world behind a veil that was interesting to explore and hopefully in the next book we get more info on that.
⮞ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐝/𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐝 ⮜
I liked a lot that the story was fast-paced and there was no dull moment in it. You'll be giggling, and hold on for dear life on the adventure they're going. The characters are all very unique and is so easy to know who is talking now. One thing that I didn't liked was that . Other than that the story was quite interesting, and if you're looking for vampires, shifters, smuttttttt and lots of ups and downs and twisted world then you'll enjoy this :D. And yes I am very much interested in reading the next story because I bet is gonna be even more wow.
⮞ 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞/TW ⮜
The story is spicy alright. I'd say is 5 out of 5 on this one, because you've got threesomes, orgies and banging almost every other page and the book doesn't shy away from the details. There is also kidnapping, abuse/fighting towards some characters, however, nothing that happened in the book triggered me, but as usual make sure to read the trigger warnings.
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August 6, 2024
ARC READ - thoughts are my own.
The story starts off quite slow due to world building, but gradually develops into a very interesting and captivating narrative. Our main female character, Sophie, embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery, where she finds her true self, rediscovers her past, and uncovers what she is destined to become. Sophie has a long and dark past, a complex history that the book meticulously picks apart, revealing layer by layer. It is also important to say that this is the first story in an upcoming series of books by Lindsey Sparks.
This book has a multitude of spicy scenes, many of which left me gripping the page with enthusiasm and excitement. The story primarily centres around the "why choose" trope, a concept that was new to me. This is my first book featuring this particular trope, and honestly, I found it to be very enjoyable and captivating. It seems our FMC (female main character) and her various consorts enjoyed it as well. Each consort is distinctly different, each bringing their own unique personality and style to the story, adding depth and variety to the narrative.
This book isn't your typical vampire novel; it's a captivating story filled with intricate plot twists and engaging characters. If you are a fan of vampires, shifters, and mythical tales that transport you to right into the centre of a fantastic plot, you will no doubt love this book. The narrative is rich and engrossing, making it hard to put down. I am excited to see what comes next…
The story starts off quite slow due to world building, but gradually develops into a very interesting and captivating narrative. Our main female character, Sophie, embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery, where she finds her true self, rediscovers her past, and uncovers what she is destined to become. Sophie has a long and dark past, a complex history that the book meticulously picks apart, revealing layer by layer. It is also important to say that this is the first story in an upcoming series of books by Lindsey Sparks.
This book has a multitude of spicy scenes, many of which left me gripping the page with enthusiasm and excitement. The story primarily centres around the "why choose" trope, a concept that was new to me. This is my first book featuring this particular trope, and honestly, I found it to be very enjoyable and captivating. It seems our FMC (female main character) and her various consorts enjoyed it as well. Each consort is distinctly different, each bringing their own unique personality and style to the story, adding depth and variety to the narrative.
This book isn't your typical vampire novel; it's a captivating story filled with intricate plot twists and engaging characters. If you are a fan of vampires, shifters, and mythical tales that transport you to right into the centre of a fantastic plot, you will no doubt love this book. The narrative is rich and engrossing, making it hard to put down. I am excited to see what comes next…
January 9, 2025
Probably closer to 2.5 ⭐️ This book had sooo much potential but every time the plot started to go somewhere it fell flat
dnf
December 1, 2024dnf pretty quickly. the writing style was not for me.
November 30, 2024
Im sorry but it being this sexual in the first chapter. No thank you. Not my cup of tea. Dnf
November 21, 2024
Extremely overhypedddd, there is such a thing as too much smut, the amount of times she had sex in a span of two days, that shit ain’t right. If you want 90% sex and 10% plot enjoy.
January 12, 2025
This book totally blew me away! It's the first in a new vampire series, and it throws you right into the action. Sophie, the last of her kind, is on the run and needs to make a deal with seven hot guys to survive. Talk about a wild ride!
The story is full of danger and suspense, but it also deals with some serious stuff like trauma. You really feel for Sophie and her struggles. And let's not forget her son! She'd do anything for him, which makes her even more badass.
There's plenty of steamy stuff going on, but it's not just about the romance. The plot twists kept me guessing the whole time. I can't wait to see what happens next for Sophie and her crew.
4 stars! Definitely pick this up if you love action, romance, and a touch of darkness.
The story is full of danger and suspense, but it also deals with some serious stuff like trauma. You really feel for Sophie and her struggles. And let's not forget her son! She'd do anything for him, which makes her even more badass.
There's plenty of steamy stuff going on, but it's not just about the romance. The plot twists kept me guessing the whole time. I can't wait to see what happens next for Sophie and her crew.
4 stars! Definitely pick this up if you love action, romance, and a touch of darkness.
December 3, 2024
Is this book good? Or is it just spicy? 🧐
Also a cliffhanger?? Seriously??
Also a cliffhanger?? Seriously??
November 15, 2024
ARC read: Lindsey has been one of my all time favorite authors for several years and she always come through with her novels in my opinion! In this newest book she has brought to life a world of Vampires, ancient magical and spicy love interest and it gripped me tight and took me for one hell of a ride.
The FMC Sophie has had a rough life, loss and pain, that has followed her every where she goes. On the run since she was a child Sophie has had to learn how to navigate completely alone for several years and we get to see just how hard that has been for her from the get go. Living a life as a vampire trying to blend in with mortals is never easy but when her world suddenly implodes you as the reader are left captivated and hoping for the best.
This book is heavy in the world building but Lindsey has supplied many extra spicy scenes that made all the lore easy to palate. I cannot wait to see what happens next in this ongoing series and oh man the love interest in this book are 🔥🔥🔥. Why choose romance has always been a favorite of mine and Lindsey has done it justice in this book because why choose one sexy vampire when you can have 7???
The FMC Sophie has had a rough life, loss and pain, that has followed her every where she goes. On the run since she was a child Sophie has had to learn how to navigate completely alone for several years and we get to see just how hard that has been for her from the get go. Living a life as a vampire trying to blend in with mortals is never easy but when her world suddenly implodes you as the reader are left captivated and hoping for the best.
This book is heavy in the world building but Lindsey has supplied many extra spicy scenes that made all the lore easy to palate. I cannot wait to see what happens next in this ongoing series and oh man the love interest in this book are 🔥🔥🔥. Why choose romance has always been a favorite of mine and Lindsey has done it justice in this book because why choose one sexy vampire when you can have 7???
November 6, 2024
ℌ𝔢𝔦𝔯 𝔒𝔣 𝔅𝔩𝔬𝔬𝔡 𝔄𝔫𝔡 𝔐𝔬𝔬𝔫𝔩𝔦𝔤𝔥𝔱 𝔟𝔶 𝔏𝔦𝔫𝔡𝔰𝔢𝔶 𝔖𝔭𝔞𝔯𝔨𝔰 (𝔄ℜℭ ℜ𝔢𝔳𝔦𝔢𝔴)
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
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Fav Quote: (I was too focused on the book I didn’t pick more quotes)
“ᴍʏ ᴍᴏᴛʜᴇʀ ʜᴀᴅ ꜱᴀᴄʀɪꜰɪᴄᴇᴅ ʜᴇʀ ʟɪꜰᴇ ᴛᴏ ɢɪᴠᴇ ᴍᴇ ᴀ ᴄʜᴀɴᴄᴇ ᴀᴛ ꜱᴜʀᴠɪᴠᴀʟ, ᴀɴᴅ ᴊᴀᴠɪᴇʀ ʜᴀᴅ ʀɪꜱᴋᴇᴅ ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴛʜɪɴɢ ᴛᴏ ᴋᴇᴇᴘ ᴍᴇ ꜱᴀꜰᴇ. ɴᴏᴡ, ɪᴛ ᴡᴀꜱ ᴍʏ ᴛᴜʀɴ ᴛᴏ ꜱᴛᴇᴘ ᴜᴘ, ᴛᴏ ᴇᴍʙʀᴀᴄᴇ ᴍʏ ᴘᴏᴡᴇʀꜱ ᴀɴᴅ ᴍʏ ʀᴏʟᴇ ᴀꜱ ᴀ ʜɪɢʜ Qᴜᴇᴇɴ ᴏꜰ ᴛʜᴇ ʜᴏᴜꜱᴇ ᴏꜰ ᴛʜᴇ ᴍᴏᴏɴ.”
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Review:
I want more lindsey! I need book 2 ASAP! I was so lucky to be able to get the ARC for this masterpiece of a vampire and shifters reverse harem of a book. I loved everything about it, the plot was chef’s 💋, the spice was amazing and the tension and the storyline was just all 5 ⭐️’s for more. Can’t wait to see what happens next on book 2 and do I highly recommend it? UM YES. I highly recommend as a whole. Please be sure to give Lindsey sparks a chance and read this book that has left me wanting more. Happy reading 🫶🏼
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
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Fav Quote: (I was too focused on the book I didn’t pick more quotes)
“ᴍʏ ᴍᴏᴛʜᴇʀ ʜᴀᴅ ꜱᴀᴄʀɪꜰɪᴄᴇᴅ ʜᴇʀ ʟɪꜰᴇ ᴛᴏ ɢɪᴠᴇ ᴍᴇ ᴀ ᴄʜᴀɴᴄᴇ ᴀᴛ ꜱᴜʀᴠɪᴠᴀʟ, ᴀɴᴅ ᴊᴀᴠɪᴇʀ ʜᴀᴅ ʀɪꜱᴋᴇᴅ ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴛʜɪɴɢ ᴛᴏ ᴋᴇᴇᴘ ᴍᴇ ꜱᴀꜰᴇ. ɴᴏᴡ, ɪᴛ ᴡᴀꜱ ᴍʏ ᴛᴜʀɴ ᴛᴏ ꜱᴛᴇᴘ ᴜᴘ, ᴛᴏ ᴇᴍʙʀᴀᴄᴇ ᴍʏ ᴘᴏᴡᴇʀꜱ ᴀɴᴅ ᴍʏ ʀᴏʟᴇ ᴀꜱ ᴀ ʜɪɢʜ Qᴜᴇᴇɴ ᴏꜰ ᴛʜᴇ ʜᴏᴜꜱᴇ ᴏꜰ ᴛʜᴇ ᴍᴏᴏɴ.”
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Review:
I want more lindsey! I need book 2 ASAP! I was so lucky to be able to get the ARC for this masterpiece of a vampire and shifters reverse harem of a book. I loved everything about it, the plot was chef’s 💋, the spice was amazing and the tension and the storyline was just all 5 ⭐️’s for more. Can’t wait to see what happens next on book 2 and do I highly recommend it? UM YES. I highly recommend as a whole. Please be sure to give Lindsey sparks a chance and read this book that has left me wanting more. Happy reading 🫶🏼
January 9, 2025
when i read that this had 4/5 spice level, i didn’t believe it. but then i read it, and lemme tell ya 🥵 i am about to shock you all, but what held back my review from being a solid 5 stars was, in fact, the spice 😬 hear me out, people! the spice was hot, but i felt like sometimes it wasn’t super necessary, and took attention from the plot, which was honestly awesome!
in all honesty, i thought this book was good! i am surprised because it don’t typically go for the vampire/paranormal romances, but now i am wondering if i actually should start reading more!
rating: 4.5 ⭐️
in all honesty, i thought this book was good! i am surprised because it don’t typically go for the vampire/paranormal romances, but now i am wondering if i actually should start reading more!
rating: 4.5 ⭐️
May 21, 2025
vampires and why choose
This was interesting, I felt like a lot of things jumped or fast forwarded without much explanation but I’m enjoying the ride and definitely want to read what happens next!
It’s steamy and paranormal plus the FMC is over 20 so I’m invested!!
This was interesting, I felt like a lot of things jumped or fast forwarded without much explanation but I’m enjoying the ride and definitely want to read what happens next!
It’s steamy and paranormal plus the FMC is over 20 so I’m invested!!
November 20, 2024
Hot as hell 🔥 😍
I've read it one day and can't wait for book 2 in the series.
I've read it one day and can't wait for book 2 in the series.
November 21, 2024
Tampoco vamos a fingir que hemos venido por el plot, pero si va a haber un mínimo de plot, al menos que tenga sentido, porque acaba siendo frustrante.
May 19, 2025
I love Lindsey's writing but just couldn't get into this story. I had to stop, I just cant do the harem stuff.
July 17, 2025
"for anyone who wished Bella ended up with Jacob & Edward" 😂
May 27, 2025
they just could not stop boinkin'.
November 14, 2024
This book was all about FMC having Orgys and sex with individual partners and all of it is cool and fine but I truly hope the second book has more in it.
October 6, 2025
5🌶
If you're looking for something easy to read, super spicy with simple world building, then this is perfect. It's basically a giant s€xfest lol.
Yes, I will be going straight on to book 2!
If you're looking for something easy to read, super spicy with simple world building, then this is perfect. It's basically a giant s€xfest lol.
Yes, I will be going straight on to book 2!
May 30, 2025
Great storyline with lots of spice!!!
I absolutely loved this book, the twists and turns made the story exciting and the build of each character really made you fall in love with them all. I cant wait to read the next book!!!
I absolutely loved this book, the twists and turns made the story exciting and the build of each character really made you fall in love with them all. I cant wait to read the next book!!!
March 29, 2025
All spice and little to no plot.
August 27, 2024
✨ARC REVIEW:✨
First off, I want to thank Lindsey for giving me the opportunity to get my hands on this utterly delicious story as soon as possible - I quite literally ate it for breakfast lunch and dinner for the past 24 hours.
Putting it down was tough to say the least, and I’m aching to know what happens next..
Essentially, what we’re working with here is:
😈Paranormal Contemporary Romance (vamps/shifters/magic)
❤️🔥Reverse harem
🥹Found family
🤷🏻♀️Why choose
😾Grumpy/sunshine
😻Cinnamon roll MC(s?)
🔪Touch her and die
I mean.. seriously?
It’s got everything 🌈
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ - No contest
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - there’s a bit of a jarring change in writing style from the prologue vs the rest of the book, but hindsight is telling me now that there’s a reason for that..
no spoilers, so I won’t get into why, but just… trust me on this. I’ve got a feeling.
Loved:
🌙FMC in her 30’s (thank you. As a 30 yo woman, I can only read about teens and 20-something’s so frequently before it gets to be cringe inducing - which is not a knock to teens and 20-somethings, but it’s just harder to relate to those stories sometimes🫶🏼)
🌙All MMCs have very different and unique to them personalities. Yes, they’re all very clearly morally grey, but the spectrum is so wide here that it’s clear they each have a role to play. Because of this, you don’t confuse characters, ever.
🌙The spice is fluid and so incredibly organic to follow. IE: Not once did I have to read a passage over and over to figure out how they got in a certain position, where their clothes went, or where someone’s leg or.. whatever else, was placed.
Qualms:
🌙The way our FMC can sometimes forget about **REDACTED**, kind of took me out of some moments. This can be explained in a sense, but without revealing too much.. I’ll just say that it was a bit jarring at times.
…..And that’s pretty much it lmao.
*Nothing* is slow about this start or any other part of the story—You are quite literally THROWN into it by the end of chaper 1, and the pacing is relentless for the entirety of the book. (Thus the difficulty in putting it down.)
This is a spice + plot whirlwind that will have you asking yourself “what just happened” by the time you get to that cliffhanger.
Warning: Some instances occur that make you wonder “am I into this?”
I’ll help you out, the answer is yes.
All in all- I’m 100% expecting to revisit this book, and am eagerly awaiting the next installment of TLVQ 🌙🩸
✨🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌓🌔🌕✨
First off, I want to thank Lindsey for giving me the opportunity to get my hands on this utterly delicious story as soon as possible - I quite literally ate it for breakfast lunch and dinner for the past 24 hours.
Putting it down was tough to say the least, and I’m aching to know what happens next..
Essentially, what we’re working with here is:
😈Paranormal Contemporary Romance (vamps/shifters/magic)
❤️🔥Reverse harem
🥹Found family
🤷🏻♀️Why choose
😾Grumpy/sunshine
😻Cinnamon roll MC(s?)
🔪Touch her and die
I mean.. seriously?
It’s got everything 🌈
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ - No contest
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - there’s a bit of a jarring change in writing style from the prologue vs the rest of the book, but hindsight is telling me now that there’s a reason for that..
no spoilers, so I won’t get into why, but just… trust me on this. I’ve got a feeling.
Loved:
🌙FMC in her 30’s (thank you. As a 30 yo woman, I can only read about teens and 20-something’s so frequently before it gets to be cringe inducing - which is not a knock to teens and 20-somethings, but it’s just harder to relate to those stories sometimes🫶🏼)
🌙All MMCs have very different and unique to them personalities. Yes, they’re all very clearly morally grey, but the spectrum is so wide here that it’s clear they each have a role to play. Because of this, you don’t confuse characters, ever.
🌙The spice is fluid and so incredibly organic to follow. IE: Not once did I have to read a passage over and over to figure out how they got in a certain position, where their clothes went, or where someone’s leg or.. whatever else, was placed.
Qualm
🌙The way our FMC can sometimes forget about **REDACTED**, kind of took me out of some moments. This can be explained in a sense, but without revealing too much.. I’ll just say that it was a bit jarring at times.
…..And that’s pretty much it lmao.
*Nothing* is slow about this start or any other part of the story—You are quite literally THROWN into it by the end of chaper 1, and the pacing is relentless for the entirety of the book. (Thus the difficulty in putting it down.)
This is a spice + plot whirlwind that will have you asking yourself “what just happened” by the time you get to that cliffhanger.
Warning: Some instances occur that make you wonder “am I into this?”
I’ll help you out, the answer is yes.
All in all- I’m 100% expecting to revisit this book, and am eagerly awaiting the next installment of TLVQ 🌙🩸
✨🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌓🌔🌕✨
August 17, 2024
Lindsey has been a favorite author of mine for quite some time now so I was really excited to see she had written a reverse harem AND it's super spicy!
I loved every bit of this book. It starts a bit slow with getting to know Sofie and world-building, but as the story goes on more details about who Sofie really is start to emerge. I really love how Sofie isn't completely in the dark and knows who and what she is too. As the story progresses you get to meet each new consort to the queen and boy do they take their job seriously. *wink wink* Each consort is uniquely different as is their relationship with the queen. I loved watching how each relationship formed and evolved.
Yes, this book is super spicy but there is substance as well. Lindsey has created a unique world drawing on elements from Greek mythology, vampires, shifters, and witches. You get a pretty good introduction to the world and I am excited to see how it evolves in future books!
I loved every bit of this book. It starts a bit slow with getting to know Sofie and world-building, but as the story goes on more details about who Sofie really is start to emerge. I really love how Sofie isn't completely in the dark and knows who and what she is too. As the story progresses you get to meet each new consort to the queen and boy do they take their job seriously. *wink wink* Each consort is uniquely different as is their relationship with the queen. I loved watching how each relationship formed and evolved.
Yes, this book is super spicy but there is substance as well. Lindsey has created a unique world drawing on elements from Greek mythology, vampires, shifters, and witches. You get a pretty good introduction to the world and I am excited to see how it evolves in future books!
July 27, 2024
I received an ARC copy of this book and let me tell you it’s freaking AMAZING! This is the first book in the series, so the focus is setting everything up and getting to know the characters and, ooooh let me tell you I am so in love with all of the characters!! This book was so immersive and I felt like I was truly watching it all unfold right in front of me. Lindsey is an amazing writer and this world she’s built is incredible. Definitely give it a read!
January 6, 2025
✨️spoiler free✨️ arc-review
📚: heir of blood and moonlight (arc) by Lindsey Sparks — releasing Nov 14th 2024
my rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
aesthetic: 🌸✨📖🕯️🌿☕🎀🎨🌙💌🪞🎶🍂🌷📷🧺
tropes: reverse harem/why choose, FMMM, fast-burn, extra spicy, fated mates, mortal enemies to lovers, bloodlust = lust, vampires vs shifters, greek mythology, lust-fueled magic, hidden identity, prophecy.
Wow, this book was such a thrilling ride! From the moment I read the first line, I was hooked. The idea of the last female vampire trying to protect her son, reclaim her throne, and bond with seven powerful consorts had me intrigued, and let me tell you—it delivered.
The protagonist’s voice is what drew me in the most. She’s not just a queen or a mother; she’s a survivor who’s been through hell and is still standing tall. Her strength, vulnerability, and sheer determination made me root for her every step of the way. I could feel her desperation to keep her son safe and the weight of her responsibility to save her race.
And those consorts? Each one was unique and unforgettable. Gavin’s commanding presence, Bastian’s loyalty, Ash’s quiet strength, and Javier’s protective nature gave me all the feels. Their relationships with her felt organic, not forced, and the chemistry between them was off the charts. There were definitely some steamy moments, but what I loved most was how they supported her as equals and helped her rediscover her power.
The world-building was another highlight for me. The ancient feud between vampires and shifters added tension and stakes (no pun intended), and the touch of moon goddess magic made it all the more enchanting. The action sequences were fast-paced and cinematic, keeping me on the edge of my seat.
If I had one critique, it’s that some of the transitions felt a bit rushed. I would’ve loved a bit more depth in exploring the dynamics between all seven consorts, as a few felt slightly underdeveloped compared to the others.
Still, this story was everything I wanted: romance, action, and a badass heroine who takes charge of her destiny. If you’re into paranormal romance with high stakes (and high heat), you’ll want to pick this one up. I’m already looking forward to the next book in the series!
📚: heir of blood and moonlight (arc) by Lindsey Sparks — releasing Nov 14th 2024
my rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
aesthetic: 🌸✨📖🕯️🌿☕🎀🎨🌙💌🪞🎶🍂🌷📷🧺
tropes: reverse harem/why choose, FMMM, fast-burn, extra spicy, fated mates, mortal enemies to lovers, bloodlust = lust, vampires vs shifters, greek mythology, lust-fueled magic, hidden identity, prophecy.
Wow, this book was such a thrilling ride! From the moment I read the first line, I was hooked. The idea of the last female vampire trying to protect her son, reclaim her throne, and bond with seven powerful consorts had me intrigued, and let me tell you—it delivered.
The protagonist’s voice is what drew me in the most. She’s not just a queen or a mother; she’s a survivor who’s been through hell and is still standing tall. Her strength, vulnerability, and sheer determination made me root for her every step of the way. I could feel her desperation to keep her son safe and the weight of her responsibility to save her race.
And those consorts? Each one was unique and unforgettable. Gavin’s commanding presence, Bastian’s loyalty, Ash’s quiet strength, and Javier’s protective nature gave me all the feels. Their relationships with her felt organic, not forced, and the chemistry between them was off the charts. There were definitely some steamy moments, but what I loved most was how they supported her as equals and helped her rediscover her power.
The world-building was another highlight for me. The ancient feud between vampires and shifters added tension and stakes (no pun intended), and the touch of moon goddess magic made it all the more enchanting. The action sequences were fast-paced and cinematic, keeping me on the edge of my seat.
If I had one critique, it’s that some of the transitions felt a bit rushed. I would’ve loved a bit more depth in exploring the dynamics between all seven consorts, as a few felt slightly underdeveloped compared to the others.
Still, this story was everything I wanted: romance, action, and a badass heroine who takes charge of her destiny. If you’re into paranormal romance with high stakes (and high heat), you’ll want to pick this one up. I’m already looking forward to the next book in the series!
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