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Guards of the Shadowlands #2.5
Vigilante
If you pre-ordered Chaos (Guards of the Shadowlands, Book 3) you are entitled to a free copy of the pre-order exclusive, never-before-published short story Vigilante: A Guard's Tale from Ana's Perspective. With your pre-order a $0.99 credit has been automatically applied to your account for Vigilante: A Guard's Tale from Ana's Perspective. To download your copy click “Buy now with 1-click” and your exclusive bonus content will be downloaded to your Kindle device or Kindle app. Download must be claimed by 11/6/2014. Promotion limited to one per customer (U.S. only).
Ana has done her time as a Guard in the dark city and now that she’s finally been released into the Countryside, all she wants to do is find Takeshi, the love she lost to the Mazikin so many years ago. The only problem? He’s nowhere to be found. Now Ana faces a choice—remain alone in paradise or venture into the depths of the Wasteland in an attempt to rescue the man who still owns her heart.
57 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 25, 2014
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September 30, 2021
A must read for shadowland fans. I always liked Ana, and this book not only takes over from book 2 but also goes back to other times through Ana's dreams which I loved.
Happy Reading 😇📚📚📗📘📕📙📒📚📓
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June 12, 2020
Now THAT’S how you write a novella!
November 5, 2014
Ana is a total badass, and an awesome protagonist! I can't WAIT to start CHAOS and see what happens in the EPIC conclusion to one of my favorite series of ALL TIME!!
4 Stars
VIGILANTE was the perfect in between book for FRACTURED & CHAOS! Plus it's told in Ana's POV. And Ana was one of my favorite characters in the first book, SANCTUM. She's the perfect example of a badass protagonist that is just hardcore awesome!!! Though in VIGILANTE, we get the more defenseless, split wide open Ana. But it was still great to see her strength and courage, but also reveal a glimpse of her weaknesses and vulnerability.
Just as the rest of this series, the writing was smooth and flowed with ease. The characters, which were only a few in this novella, were awesome and hardcore. And the plot from FRACTURED carried right into this novella perfectly. But what I really enjoyed the most was that we get to see first hand what happens to Ana after her tragedy from book one. Which was KILLING me not knowing what happened to her! It was just a great little addition to this series, and I am so glad I decided read it.
THE PLOT
After decades of service in the Dark City, Ana finally scums to her demise after Mazikin attack. As Ana was dying, she prepared herself for the worst—to be forced to reenter the Dark City as a lost soul; wandering the city unsure of who or what she is. Trapped within herself, restrained by time to search within, and battle her demons until she gets released from her mental hell. But instead, the Judge does the unthinkable, she releases Ana into the Countryside, where her paradise awaits....
As Ana enters the paradise she's dreamed about for so long, she realizes just how far from a paradise it really is. Ana was sure her old Caption and love of her life, Takeshi, would be there waiting for her with open arms. But instead, when Ana enters her so called paradise, she is more alone then she's ever been, and Takeshi is no where insight...
Now alone and free of any obligations, Ana has the opportunity to make her own decisions on what to do next. But for Ana, there's no choice. She will find the only man she's ever loved, she will bring him out of the hellish realm he is trapped in, even if she has to go to hell and back, she will free her man, or dying trying.
As Ana is preparing for her ultimate mission yet, she is unprepared for the many obstacles that arise, and the hunger driven men that try to claim her for they're own. And Ana will have to literally fight her way to the man she loves, but that's only if she makes it that far!!!
Overall, this was such a fun read the I devoured in one quick sitting. I couldn't stop reading about Ana and all of her struggles and hardships, and her desire to overcome them at any cost possible. I am so eager to read CHAOS and finish this series. But at the same time, I'm hesitant because I don't want it to end just yet!!! FRACTURED and this novella both ended on one EPIC cliffhanger that left me spinning in anticipation. So if you haven't started this series yet, you really need to, because it will BLOW you away and leave you breathless, screaming, and demanding more!!!!!!
4 Stars
VIGILANTE was the perfect in between book for FRACTURED & CHAOS! Plus it's told in Ana's POV. And Ana was one of my favorite characters in the first book, SANCTUM. She's the perfect example of a badass protagonist that is just hardcore awesome!!! Though in VIGILANTE, we get the more defenseless, split wide open Ana. But it was still great to see her strength and courage, but also reveal a glimpse of her weaknesses and vulnerability.
Just as the rest of this series, the writing was smooth and flowed with ease. The characters, which were only a few in this novella, were awesome and hardcore. And the plot from FRACTURED carried right into this novella perfectly. But what I really enjoyed the most was that we get to see first hand what happens to Ana after her tragedy from book one. Which was KILLING me not knowing what happened to her! It was just a great little addition to this series, and I am so glad I decided read it.
THE PLOT
After decades of service in the Dark City, Ana finally scums to her demise after Mazikin attack. As Ana was dying, she prepared herself for the worst—to be forced to reenter the Dark City as a lost soul; wandering the city unsure of who or what she is. Trapped within herself, restrained by time to search within, and battle her demons until she gets released from her mental hell. But instead, the Judge does the unthinkable, she releases Ana into the Countryside, where her paradise awaits....
As Ana enters the paradise she's dreamed about for so long, she realizes just how far from a paradise it really is. Ana was sure her old Caption and love of her life, Takeshi, would be there waiting for her with open arms. But instead, when Ana enters her so called paradise, she is more alone then she's ever been, and Takeshi is no where insight...
Now alone and free of any obligations, Ana has the opportunity to make her own decisions on what to do next. But for Ana, there's no choice. She will find the only man she's ever loved, she will bring him out of the hellish realm he is trapped in, even if she has to go to hell and back, she will free her man, or dying trying.
As Ana is preparing for her ultimate mission yet, she is unprepared for the many obstacles that arise, and the hunger driven men that try to claim her for they're own. And Ana will have to literally fight her way to the man she loves, but that's only if she makes it that far!!!
Overall, this was such a fun read the I devoured in one quick sitting. I couldn't stop reading about Ana and all of her struggles and hardships, and her desire to overcome them at any cost possible. I am so eager to read CHAOS and finish this series. But at the same time, I'm hesitant because I don't want it to end just yet!!! FRACTURED and this novella both ended on one EPIC cliffhanger that left me spinning in anticipation. So if you haven't started this series yet, you really need to, because it will BLOW you away and leave you breathless, screaming, and demanding more!!!!!!
October 7, 2014
I received a free copy of this novella for pre-ordering Chaos.
This review can also be found at The Starry-Eyed Revue.
I haven't read the other novella in this series entitled Captive, but I'm here to tell you that you absolutely should read Vigilante prior to starting Chaos. It's told from Ana's perspective and it gives you a ton of insight into her mindset going into Chaos. Otherwise, you might be a little...thrown by some of her actions at first, especially considering what you already know about her character from the previous books.
Also, you get to meet Takeshi. At least in Ana's flashbacks, anyway. And you'll get to see some seriously swoony parallels between their relationship and that of Malachi and Lela. Plus, you'll meet someone only vaguely referenced in a previous book, and things will all start making sense finally. Or at least as much sense as the will of the Judge can ever make to us mere mortals.
Vigilante is short and sweet and, in my opinion, totally necessary for full comprehension of these characters and what they mean to each other. It was free with your preorder of Chaos, but I'm not sure if that's a thing after the fact or how you can go about getting it now. :( I'll try to find out, if anyone's interested.
This review can also be found at The Starry-Eyed Revue.
I haven't read the other novella in this series entitled Captive, but I'm here to tell you that you absolutely should read Vigilante prior to starting Chaos. It's told from Ana's perspective and it gives you a ton of insight into her mindset going into Chaos. Otherwise, you might be a little...thrown by some of her actions at first, especially considering what you already know about her character from the previous books.
Also, you get to meet Takeshi. At least in Ana's flashbacks, anyway. And you'll get to see some seriously swoony parallels between their relationship and that of Malachi and Lela. Plus, you'll meet someone only vaguely referenced in a previous book, and things will all start making sense finally. Or at least as much sense as the will of the Judge can ever make to us mere mortals.
Vigilante is short and sweet and, in my opinion, totally necessary for full comprehension of these characters and what they mean to each other. It was free with your preorder of Chaos, but I'm not sure if that's a thing after the fact or how you can go about getting it now. :( I'll try to find out, if anyone's interested.
December 26, 2014
Okay, so I don't love series short stories, as I've said on almost every series-related short story I've reviewed. But this one actually felt like an important piece between Fractured and Chaos, so if you're on the fence, definitely take a look.
I liked Ana but wasn't particularly invested in her in Sanctum, but now I'm more anxious than ever to read Chaos. Really hoping it'll end well.
I liked Ana but wasn't particularly invested in her in Sanctum, but now I'm more anxious than ever to read Chaos. Really hoping it'll end well.
January 31, 2018
Great Short Story!
Vigilante is a short story from the Guards of the Shadowlands Series. This short story takes place during the events of Fractured but from Ana's view. She is in the countryside and realizes Takeshi is not there and still in the Mazikin realm. So Ana takes off through the wasteland to find him. If you enjoyed Sarah Fine's Guards of the Shadowlands Series then Vigilante is a must read!
Vigilante is a short story from the Guards of the Shadowlands Series. This short story takes place during the events of Fractured but from Ana's view. She is in the countryside and realizes Takeshi is not there and still in the Mazikin realm. So Ana takes off through the wasteland to find him. If you enjoyed Sarah Fine's Guards of the Shadowlands Series then Vigilante is a must read!
July 26, 2019
Filling in the gaps
This is a quick short story that tells us what happens with Ana when she reaches the Countryside - sometimes happiness & peace isn’t about where but who.
This is a quick short story that tells us what happens with Ana when she reaches the Countryside - sometimes happiness & peace isn’t about where but who.
August 28, 2020
Keeps you on your toes
I love this series! Every time think that it can't get any better it does. Sarah Fine is a genius when it comes to twists!! Love 💘
I love this series! Every time think that it can't get any better it does. Sarah Fine is a genius when it comes to twists!! Love 💘
October 5, 2020
I loved the short story of Ana
This was a quick short story of Ana after she does from the bomb that Malachi throws the bomb that kills her.
This was a quick short story of Ana after she does from the bomb that Malachi throws the bomb that kills her.
July 29, 2021
Entertaining insight into Ana and her journey with Takeshi
September 19, 2021
This series! I love this series, and I was so glad to get just a bit more.
December 27, 2021
I love having these scenes outside of Lela's perspective, it just helps build out the world so much more. I want more!!
July 17, 2015
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Vigilante is a novella set between Fractured and Chaos in the Guards of the Shadowlands series. While the books mainly focus on Lela and Malachi, this novella is focused on Ana and takes place sometime between Sanctum, the first book in the series, and the end of Fractured, the second. Since the premise of this novella is spoilery for Sanctum, I won't be able to post a non-spoiler review. However, I can say that this novella was awesome and definitely worth a read AFTER you read Sanctum AND Fractured! The entire series is available for Kindle Unlimited subscribers, so if you are one, YOU SHOULD GO READ THIS SERIES! IT'S AWESOME!
*This review contains spoilers for Sanctum but not for Fractured. However, the novella does contain spoilers for Fractured and should be read after.*
Vigilante follows Ana after she dies in Sanctum and is released to the Countryside. Unfortunately, Takeshi is not there. While Vigilante is a pretty short novella (about 50 pages) it's completely new content that you will not get from any of the books. While Vigilante is not required before reading Chaos, I think it definitely adds something to the reading experience.
Ana is such a strong female character and it was really exciting to see her in her own story as the narrator. Additionally, the reader finally gets a look into her head, especially her memories of Takeshi. Up to this point in the series, most of the talk about Takeshi came from Malachi so getting to read about Ana's relationship him was really sweet.
Like the rest of the series, Vigilante was both well written and filled with emotional moments. However, this novella doesn't quite reach the 5 star level for me because I predicted the outcome of the story before I even started reading it and it was extremely brief. While it did the job of connecting Fractured and Chaos, I wanted a little bit more - maybe some more events before Ana crosses the desert of the Wastelands. Regardless, I really enjoyed Vigilante and highly recommend it for fans of the Guards of the Shadowlands series!
Vigilante is a novella set between Fractured and Chaos in the Guards of the Shadowlands series. While the books mainly focus on Lela and Malachi, this novella is focused on Ana and takes place sometime between Sanctum, the first book in the series, and the end of Fractured, the second. Since the premise of this novella is spoilery for Sanctum, I won't be able to post a non-spoiler review. However, I can say that this novella was awesome and definitely worth a read AFTER you read Sanctum AND Fractured! The entire series is available for Kindle Unlimited subscribers, so if you are one, YOU SHOULD GO READ THIS SERIES! IT'S AWESOME!
*This review contains spoilers for Sanctum but not for Fractured. However, the novella does contain spoilers for Fractured and should be read after.*
Vigilante follows Ana after she dies in Sanctum and is released to the Countryside. Unfortunately, Takeshi is not there. While Vigilante is a pretty short novella (about 50 pages) it's completely new content that you will not get from any of the books. While Vigilante is not required before reading Chaos, I think it definitely adds something to the reading experience.
Ana is such a strong female character and it was really exciting to see her in her own story as the narrator. Additionally, the reader finally gets a look into her head, especially her memories of Takeshi. Up to this point in the series, most of the talk about Takeshi came from Malachi so getting to read about Ana's relationship him was really sweet.
Like the rest of the series, Vigilante was both well written and filled with emotional moments. However, this novella doesn't quite reach the 5 star level for me because I predicted the outcome of the story before I even started reading it and it was extremely brief. While it did the job of connecting Fractured and Chaos, I wanted a little bit more - maybe some more events before Ana crosses the desert of the Wastelands. Regardless, I really enjoyed Vigilante and highly recommend it for fans of the Guards of the Shadowlands series!
September 9, 2014
I was upset for days after finishing Fractured, book two in Sarah Fine's Guards of the Shadowlands series. It ended on a devastating cliffhanger that broke my heart to pieces. When it was announced there was a short story from Ana's perspective that could be read before the release of the final book Chaos, I was ecstatic. Ana is awesome, and I've been wondering what happened to her after the events in book one Sanctum.
Vigilante gave plenty of insight into Ana's character and had answers to questions I've been wondering about since the first book. Including more information about the other worlds that have been mentioned in the first two books and Ana's relationship with Takeshi. It also gave a glimpse as to what happened to a certain character after the end of Fractured. This story covered a lot more than I was hoping for, which made me feel so grateful, and at the same time, it left me craving for Chaos even more.
Vigilante may be a short story, but it was full of the powerful emotions and action that I've come to expect from this amazing series. It is a definite must read if you have read Fractured and are dying for Chaos! Don't miss out!
Vigilante gave plenty of insight into Ana's character and had answers to questions I've been wondering about since the first book. Including more information about the other worlds that have been mentioned in the first two books and Ana's relationship with Takeshi. It also gave a glimpse as to what happened to a certain character after the end of Fractured. This story covered a lot more than I was hoping for, which made me feel so grateful, and at the same time, it left me craving for Chaos even more.
Vigilante may be a short story, but it was full of the powerful emotions and action that I've come to expect from this amazing series. It is a definite must read if you have read Fractured and are dying for Chaos! Don't miss out!
October 16, 2016
This short story follows Ana after she is released from duty as a Guard. She finds herself in the "Countryside", but the love of her life isn't there. Given this knowledge, she sets out to find him. Although her task appears insurmountable, she is resolute. She meets a fellow guard in the "Wasteland" and together they endeavour to break into the Mazikin homeland.
The flashbacks in the book were excellent in portraying the love she felt/feels for Takeshi (her former Captain), so much so that you're rooting for her from the offset. There isn't much action or worldbuilding given the scope of the story, which is why I've given the book 3 stars. Nonetheless, it was still an enjoyable read and a satisfactory stopgap before the third book.
The flashbacks in the book were excellent in portraying the love she felt/feels for Takeshi (her former Captain), so much so that you're rooting for her from the offset. There isn't much action or worldbuilding given the scope of the story, which is why I've given the book 3 stars. Nonetheless, it was still an enjoyable read and a satisfactory stopgap before the third book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 21, 2015
A Minute Review:
4 Stars:
Recommendation: If you're working your way through the series, don't skip this one just because it's a novella!
4 Stars:
So many times, in so many ways, Takeshi had rescued her. "I'm going to rescue you this time," she said, staring at the black city in the distance.Written from Ana's point of view, these 49 pages make up the perfect bridge between Fractured and Chaos.
She clenched her fists and took her first steps into hell.
Recommendation: If you're working your way through the series, don't skip this one just because it's a novella!
March 7, 2016
I started book 3 in this series right after reading this novella and I have to stress that it absolutely makes sense to read it. I didn't care too much for Ana in book 1. Not only do I feel much more connected to her after reading this short from her point of view, I also started to feel for her and Takeshi and understand what their relationship was all about. A short, but very enjoyable read, the novella is action packed and offers some interesting twists and turns I wouldn't wanna have missed!
October 2, 2015
What a way to get geared up for Chaos! I love this series so much. Each character has a story I'd love to read, even "just" supporting characters. The way the overlying plot weaves the back stories together so tightly and seamlessly makes the world believable and enhances the main plot, pushing the story to an "epic" status. (as in "the actual definition of the term" as opposed to "overused colloquialism that's means it's pretty cool")
January 17, 2016
This was free when I pre-ordered Chaos (book 3 in the Guards of the Shaodowlands)
Just a little story about Anna and what happened to her when she "died". This was interesting, albeit short. I am all set for book 3 to come out. It's really cool that it was free, well somewhat free.
This should be read, at least I think should be; after Fractured, but before Chaos.
Just a little story about Anna and what happened to her when she "died". This was interesting, albeit short. I am all set for book 3 to come out. It's really cool that it was free, well somewhat free.
This should be read, at least I think should be; after Fractured, but before Chaos.
June 21, 2015
Better than the Malachi version but still too short. I paid 99p and it really wasn't worth it, though I did enjoy the read. Anna's story at least loved the plot along, gave a fresh perspective etc. unlike Captive. I do believe Sarah Fine could have warranted a full book from both stories mind you, or at least both characters deserve their own full length books
December 30, 2014
A pretty good novella (better than the first one). I enjoyed learning more about Ana, Sascha and the Wasteland. It also made me like Takeshi more (not a big fan of him in Chaos). Overall, worth the read.
February 3, 2015
Yay for more Ana and Takeshi! Double yay for introducing a gay character! TRIPLE yay for revealing that a character from Fractured was actually gay this whole time! Don't let me down, Chaos. You're up next.
September 14, 2014
Like I wasn't going to read this today as well?! Now I REALLY need Chaos!! I need multiple people to get their happy endings..
October 25, 2014
(Read using Kindle Unlimited)
This was an okay short story, and I did like the action. I lost interest as the story went on though.
6 out of 10
This was an okay short story, and I did like the action. I lost interest as the story went on though.
6 out of 10
August 6, 2015
I absolutely loved this shorts story from Ana's POV. I didn't want it to end. I could've read Chaos in hers and been completely happy. I wish now Sarah to write Ana's story from the beginning.
January 23, 2015
Good
It was good to get Ana's story before Choas, to see how she got there. I am enjoying this series.
It was good to get Ana's story before Choas, to see how she got there. I am enjoying this series.
August 26, 2020
I loved it! Cleared up so many lingering questions. Worth the read!
November 11, 2024
Αγαπημένη πρωταγωνίστρια, υπέροχη ιστορία, ένα πολύ ωραίο extraδάκι που το διαβάζεις και το απολαμβάνεις, σε αντίθεση με τα περισσότερα του είδους.
September 13, 2016
Loved it!
April 14, 2015
(3.5 stars)
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