Prince of Demons 1

Prince of Demons #1

by Victoria Danann

Librarian's note: Alternate cover edition of ISBN 9781933320731.

BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR…

New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author, Victoria Danann, brings us a tale of romance, suspense, and high adventure.

Prince of Demons is a spin off of Knights of Black Swan. It shares characters and references with the award winning series.

After Dallas finance manager, Atalanta Ravin, was left standing at the altar in a publicly humiliating jilting, she quit her job, sold her house, gave away her furniture, and set off in search of a new life living on a boat in Boston Harbor. She got the adventure she’d always secretly longed for, but not in a thousand dreams could she ever have imagined that her fantasy lover might turn out to be a prince of demons.

THIS VOLUME CAN BE PURCHASED AS PART OF THE TRILOGY BOX SET.

Genres: Paranormal, Paranormal Romance, Romance, Fantasy, Demons, Urban Fantasy, Science Fiction

96 pages, ebook

First published December 13, 2014

About the author

Over three million books sold.
Eighteen times Amazon #1.

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Victoria Danann, is the author of over forty works of romance: paranormal, scifi, fantasy, and contemporary.

Her Knights of Black Swan series was voted BEST PARANORMAL ROMANCE SERIES FIVE YEARS IN A ROW!

WEBSITE: https://www.VictoriaDanann.com

FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/authorvictoriadanann

FOLLOW ON AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/Victoria-Danan...

COZY WOMEN'S ROMANTASY

Not Too Late 1. Midlife Magic
Not Too Late 2. Midlife Mayhem
Not Too Late 3. Midlife Mojo
Not Too Late 4. Midlife at Midnight
Not Too Late 5. Midlife at Midsummer
Not Too Late 6. Trials of Tregeagle
Not Too Late 7. Hallow Hill at Halloween 1
Not Too Late 8. Hallow Hill at Halloween 2 P
Not Too Late 9. MADE


WITCHES and WARLOCKS

Witches of Wimberley 1. Willem
Witches of Wimberley 2. Witch Wants Forever
Witches of Wimberley 3. Wednesday

READING ORDER:


THE KNIGHTS OF BLACK SWAN

Knights of Black Swan 1.My Familiar Stranger
Knights of Black Swan 2. The Witch's Dream
Knights of Black Swan 3. A Summoner's Tale (BEST PARANORMAL ROMANCE NOVEL OF THE YEAR, 2013)
Knights of Black Swan 4. Moonlight (BEST SHIFTER NOVEL OF THE YEAR, 2013)
Knights of Black Swan 5. Gathering Storm
Knights of Black Swan 6. A Tale of Two Kingdoms
Knights of Black Swan 7. Solomon's Sieve (BEST VAMPIRE NOVEL OF THE YEAR, 2014)
Knights of Black Swan 8. Vampire Hunter
Knights of Black Swan 9. Journey Man
Knights of Black Swan 10. Falcon (BEST PARANORMAL ROMANCE NOVEL OF THE YEAR, 2016)
Knights of Black Swan 11. Jax
Knights of Black Swan 12. Deliverance
Knights of Black Swan 13. Black Dog
Knights of Black Swan 14. Trespass
Knights of Black Swan 15. Irish War Cry
Knights of Black Swan 16. The Music Demon

Order of the Black Swan Novels
Black Swan Novel, Prince of Demons


THE HYBRIDS

Exiled 1. Carnal
Exiled 2. Crave
Exiled 3, Charming


THE WEREWOLVES

New Scotia Pack 1. Shield Wolf: Liulf
New Scotia Pack 2. Wolf Lover: Konochur
New Scotia Pack 3. Fire Wolf: Cinaed

HOTBLOODED 1. Stalk


CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

Sons of Sanctuary MC , Book 1. Two Princes
Sons of Sanctuary MC , Book 2. The Biker's Brother
Sons of Sanctuary MC , Book 3. Nomad
Sons of Sanctuary MC , Book 4. Devil's Marker
Sons of Sanctuary MC, Book 5. Roadhouse
Cajun Devils MC, Book 1. Batiste
Sons of Sanctuary MC, Book 5. Roadhouse

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I know it SAYS Part 1, but that doesn't stop me from freaking out when I got to the end and re-realizing that I have to wait for parts 2 and 3!!! Huge fan of the new characters, and it was great to see our old friends again as well! Such an amazing story (as if Danann could write anything that wasn't amazing...Ha!), and I am (im)patiently waiting for the next one to come out January 3rd. (Not even THIS YEAR!!) Okay, I'll stop being melodramatic... Maybe. :)

[Pam James · Rating 5 out of 5]

Atalana Ravin (Lana) has been put thru the ringer by happenings in the universe. She is left at the Alter by a POS. She pays him back GOOD! (you have to read the book to find out) Her Father also wants revenge. “ I’ll Neuter the son of a bitch and throw his balls in with the calf fries down at the restaurant for some stranger to enjoy.” (See I told you , You HAVE to read this book) So she embarks on a new life.
Moves to Boston, Makes new friends, Starts a possible, maybe, budding romance. Buys a Houseboat. She is learning how to navigate her new boat when she is sucked into another dimension. (See Need to get book NOW).
Enter The Order of the Knights of Black Swan. YEAH! Cal Magnus is Assigned to interview Lana. She is taken to The Jefferson Unit. Cal (Interrogates) interviews her. We do get a glimpse of Elora & Ram. Cal works with Elora to help Lana adjust. “Be careful what you wish for” We also get a brief glimpse of Litha. Lana has some sessions with Monq also.
As Lana adjusts to this dimension, She & Cal get to know each other better. Cal finds meaningful work for Lana as his assistant in a field operation. They try to retrieve a Demon Artifact.( Now you really have to get this book because it gets very interesting here) They get back to Edinburgh. There they do happen to meet Prince Duff & Princess Aelsong at a fancy restaurant. Things Of gargantuan proportions happen at this restaurant. I Howled so loud! (Please get your copy of this book) I think they are trying to have a romantic something. Poor Cal falls flat on his face.
Now at the end of the book. It is so tantalizing that you just have got to get a copy of this book & read it. I just loved this book. Victoria has outdone herself. It is suspenseful & full of fun & laughter. I am anxiously awaiting the next one. Victoria’s Forever Fan… Pam James.

[Dee Bowerman · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great start! Atalanta (Lana) is the target of all that can go wrong. Left at the altar, she moves across the country to start new only to be thrown into another dimension and then finds herself in another predicament. This book is everything I love about Victoria Danann's book. Strong women, Hot men, and a story line that keeps you hooked!

[Nelta · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are a fan of Victoria Danann and her writing, then you will want to add her newest book, "Prince of Demons" to your must read list..
Once again Ms. Danann takes you along with Atalanta (Lana) Ravin to another dimension and new adventures. It seems that Lana wishes for a new life and when the "fog" clears, finds that her sailboat sailed right into one.
She is taken to Jefferson Unit and it is here she's told her situation and that she can't go back to where she came from.. Lana makes the best of it and soon finds that new adventure she wished for.
I'm loving where this book is taking us with Black Swan and can NOT wait until the next book of this series and more of the "demons".
I must admit though that my own "demon" was not happen when the book ended....it wants more...more more....

[Janine - The World Was Hers for the Reading · Rating 5 out of 5]

Atalanta Ravin has been left at the altar. After a few weeks of late nights of ice cream and yoga pants, she decides she is ready for a change . . . So, she quits her job, sells her house in Texas and buys a houseboat in Massachusetts.

Strong and independent, she learns how to sail and sets off one day, only to mysteriously end up in an alternate dimension.
Part one of Prince of Demons tells the beginning of Lana’s life changing journey. Victoria Danann has set up a fantastic new tale with new characters, but also revisits old favorites such as Elora, Monq, Song and more as she weaves their interactions with Lana into this story.

I can’t wait to see where Victoria Dannan leads us to in the next installment!

[Jessie Hines · Rating 5 out of 5]

Talk about a string of bad luck! Everyone knows what it feels like to want to just pack up and move away, well Lana decided that enough is enough and she is going to start living, and do just that. And just when she thinks things are starting to work out and she is starting to have the life she has always wanted BAM, everything changes. Then she meets Cal and starts to learn this new life, and thinking that maybe she can make thing work her and wouldn't you know BAM AGAIN!!!!! From the very begining I could tell that the Prince of Demons is going to be one of my favorites in the Black Swan Series. Victoria Danann Has an Amazing way of writing that draws the readers in and then she grabs ahold of their attention and keeps it for evermore. I can not wait to read part two. Well Done Victoria Five Star in my Book!

[Brandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Victora has done it again! This is a great book that I didn't see turning out the way it did! I went to turn the last page and was like WHAT that's the last page ! When I started reading I was trying to decide were it was going... Without giving anything away WOW ... I CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE!!!

[Shanyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Prince of Demons is the 8th book in The Order of the Black Swan series. By now, its faithful readers have gotten to know the universe in which this series operates (and all of the dimensions therein) relatively well. We’ve taken the characters, new and old, and happily made them at home in our hearts and minds, tucking them in and making sure their favorite things are in the fridge.

Even though each book is written as a stand alone, they all flow gorgeously into one another. Building upon the last until you’ve got this spectacular vista laid out in front of you, making you yearn to chase the horizon. And this book is no different.

Atalanta Ravin just got left at the altar. She spends more than enough time perfectly content to exist in an ice-cream induced coma before she finally decides that a complete break from her current circumstances is needed for her to regain the joy her fiancée sucked out of her life when he bolted from the chapel on their wedding day. She buys a boat, oversees its renovations and happily moves to Boston, ready to spend her days grinning at the skyline and the sunset. Until she finds herself trapped in a fog that delivers her right onto the doorstep of an alternate dimension.

Cal Magnus is an adventurer. He works for Black Swan retrieving demon artifacts and loves his job. Recovering from an unfortunate side effect of the job, he is put directly in Lana’s path when he’s sent to discover if she’s telling the truth or truly deserves the padded cell for which she might be destined. He’s funny and authentic and is confident in a way that makes you believe that he’s holding the big picture in the palm of his hand.

Lana and Cal play off of each other beautifully. They are sweet and sassy and they push each other to their very best. I have no idea if they’re going to get a happy ending, but just based off of their interactions in this book, I surely hope so.

Prince of Demons give the reader a couple of really fun things that none of the other books do. The first of which is a glance at The Order of the Black Swan through the eyes of someone new. After seven books, I found myself kind of taking it for granted. It had lost some of the awe and spectacle with which it originally bubbled, simply because I know it so well. But seeing it through Lana’s eyes, renewed my deep appreciation for what an amazing organization it is. The second of which is a sense of suspense based purely in the fact that this book is being written and released as a serial. I’m so accustomed to getting a hold of a new Black Swan book and knowing I have a complete story in my hands. Knowing that I was holding just one part of the bigger story infused in me a sense of urgency that I don’t necessarily have and while I know that may translate to frustration for some, for me it was invigorating and I am now perched firmly on the edge of my seat, anxiously awaiting the next installment.

Victoria Danann doesn’t know how to disappoint. She tells a story like she’s singing her favorite song – drawing a deep breath from her toes and letting the notes flow effortlessly from her fingertips. This book made me laugh out loud, drew out of me a deep sigh of contentment and made me grin with anticipation for what’s to come. I’m madly smitten with Lana’s character; her grit, savvy, confidence and utterly authentic nature drew me in immediately. And I’d very much like to curl up into Cal’s arms and have him read me a bedtime story, knowing that the comfort and safety will be balanced by his wit and sense of adventure.

Just like with all Order of the Black Swan books, I’m all in. Fully invested. And ready and waiting for the next piece in this wonderful story, unfolding before my eyes.

[Deb Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Ten Star Tale from Victoria Danann!

Just when I thought I could not be surprised by Danann, she hits another long ball!
In this tale she manages to find a fresh telling of the age old, woman scorned, woman reinvents her life! Like the saying goes," be careful what you wish for".!!!!! As our heroine learns, starting over is an understatement. Lana, short for the more intimidating, Atalanta, has just been left at the later so she heads for Boston for a fresh start. There she buys a yacht and on her first solo cruise she somehow ends up in another dimension. Of course that's where the fun begins. She finds herself under suspicion and is detained. We see a few old favorites but get introduced to quite a few new characters. Lana meets a handsome alpha who works for the Order and becomes her mentor. When I say sparks fly, well I mean Real sparks!!!. When she begins to get comfortable, well that is where Danann is at her best because she doesn't do 'comfotable' and Lana finds herself in yet another strange situation. What? Yep, but then if I tell you more it would spoil the surprise. I love that Danann is unpredictable and so very inventive! If you have yet to begin your Black Swan journey start at the beginning. MY FAMILIAR STRANGER, is always free and will begin the best, most wonderful journey you will undertake in books. Five stars are not enough but it will have to do for now. I cannot wait for the next part of Prince of Demons and I VERY VERY HIGHLY RECOMMEND this and anything written by Victoria Danann You will thank me!!!

[Ann Ellis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 1 of 3 installments of "Prince of Demons 1: The Knights of the Black Swan" series. It takes a different turn from the series by introducing new characters from other dimensions and how they interact within the world of the 'Black Swans.'

Lana has been abandoned at the alter by her fiancé, Stuey. This leaves her distraught over the very public breakup. She does what any red-blooded American woman would do, she eats copious amounts of fatty junk food and become best friends with José Cuervo. Her friends and family try to get her to cheer up by offering to take out Stuart (and I don't mean for dinner).

After another very public confrontation with her ex (which leaves him with a broken noise and a jobless girlfriend), Lana finds the answer to her problems on TV. She decides to live on a boat in Boston. How she gets from the 'real' world to another dimension is an interesting story and I won't spoil it for you.

Needless to say this first book in the 'Prince of Demons' trilogy is well written, funny and leaves you wanting more. It does end in s cliffhanger so be prepared for the next two.

[Nikki Brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Atalanta Ravin (Lana) has been left at the altar. She sets out to begin afresh and ends up in another dimension , having entered whilst on her new boat, and is unable to return home. Lana copes well with the news of being displaced from home (much better than I would). The rapid changes do knock her for a loop and then picks herself up and dusts herself off and sets off on her new adventures!!!! Cal, our hero, is a lovely new addition to the Black Swan world and I have a sneaky suspicion that Deliverance is going to pop up - just don't know if I'm rooting for him yet - even though he is my favourite demon!!!!!!

This is the eighth Knights of the Black Swan book by Victoria Danann, and it is being released as a 3-part serial. Ms Danann's books are an automatic one click for me and never disappoint.

The ending of the first section is kind of sudden but there's not a huge wait for the next section - 03/01/15. I am now on tenterhooks waiting for it!!!!!!!

[Ellen Sandberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to change everything in your life?  To be able to move where no one has expectations of who you are and start over? Being left at the altar was heartbreaking and humiliating enough, but  then Lana discovers how deeply she had been betrayed. She decides she needs to have that major change. She leaves her family and job behind, moves to another state, and buys a boat. I thought the story was moving in one direction and then it took a turn that surprised me as much as it does Lana.

This is a compelling and exiting  story. Victoria Danann has wonderful new character. I became very involved in Lana and her story. I felt her pain and sorrow and admired her strength. I look forward to seeing where her new path takes her and what new adventures await her.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

What to do when you're left at the altar? Atalanta decides to radically change her life, starting with a move to a new location. Little does she realize how drastic that change will be. Part 1 of the newest Order of Black Swan story details the changes that Atalanta goes through after being left at the altar by her weasel of a fiance. From Texas to Boston to . . . Join Atalanta as she faces the challenges the universe has decided to throw at her.

Victoria Danann has done it again with the start of the Atalanta's trials and tribulations. The story starts with a situation that has faced thousands of women through time and twists it in a believable way. A great addition to a wonderful series.

[Pamijo Perkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Victoria does it again!

In Prince of Demons, Atlanta (Lana) is introduced as a woman who has been left at the alter. She is tired of her life, so makes life altering changes. She knows nothing about boats, but buys one, in hopes of making a new life for herself. She sets out one day after training with Josep, for a day out on the water alone. This is the day her life changes.
Cal Magnus works for The Order. He is assigned a case in which he has to determine if a woman is either suffering from amnesia, or has been displaced from another dimension. This is the day, his life changes.
I really like this edition to Black Swan, and can't wait for the other 2 books. Victoria always leaves me with wanting more.

[Bobbi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Prince of Demons Book 1 - There is so much packed into this story that really grabs you and pulls you in straight from the beginning. Atalanta really goes through a rough spot in her life but bounces back with just an idea and then gets thrown into a rough spot again. I honestly couldn't imagine going through what she does once she is on her boat. This is one of those books that when you get to the end you're screaming "WHAT? NO WAY! GIVE ME MORE!" I am waiting not so patiently for the next installment.
I didn't think it was possible to fall further in love with a series but Victoria Danann proved me wrong once again with the first installment of Prince of Demons.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lana is the poor unfortunate victim of wrong place, wrong time or is she? First she was abandoned at the altar. When she finally gets her head back on straight she picks up and moves across country, starts to get settled and then BAM, gets thrown into another dimension. She meets Cal and he helps her find her footing and feel normal again, and BAM the ending.
This was another riveting story by Victoria Danann that made my heart break yet kept me reading for what was to come next. Every time you think you can see where the story is going you are thrown for another loop.
I cannot wait to read parts 2 and 3.

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Victoria has put out another great book with Prince of Demons! While this was not my favorite of the Knights of the Black Swan series, it was a great addition to the series and moves the storyline along. I loved how the other characters came to help those in need and become friends. I loved how the challenges were overcome and how Victoria was able to show how even the mundane can be exciting with the right life partner! I cannot wait for the next installment of the series to see what happens next!

[VampireRomanceBooks ThatsErotica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Atalanta Ravin, or Lana, as everyone calls her is not on a very good streak of luck. First, she is left at the altar. Second she sets out to begin a new life and ends up in another dimension leaving her unable to return home.

Lana is a great character. She has been through a lot of turbulent situations really close together in timing. She takes time to mourn and then she picks herself up and moves on. She is truly an adventurer at heart, and I believe we relate to her on this level. Who hasn't at one point in their life wanted a do-over? As readers we get one through Lana!

This is the newest Knights of the Black Swan book by Victoria Danann, and it is being released in three parts (very sneaky Ms. Danann) I always look forward to these books as it is currently one of my favorite series. Releasing Prince of Demons in three parts really heightens the suspense for readers, but Danann's books are always exciting. She hooks you right from the start and there is no getting loose. When I reached the end of part one I am pretty sure I screamed out loud frantically trying to scroll for another chapter. The ending of the first part kind of felt like crashing into a wall; it was pretty sudden. I definitely think it left the intended effect, because I can't stop thinking about it. Needless to say this is shaping up to be a great read!

**Reviewed by Teresa D. for VampireRomanceBooks.com**

[Rebecca Austin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was the first book I have read by Victoria Danann and it certainly will not be my last as I can't wait to read the next book in the series as get caught up with all the other books she has written!

Atalanta (Lana) Ravin is not having good luck - she was jilted in a $4000 dress at the altar. She then discovers the real reason why.

Wanting to get away from everyone and start fresh she decides to sell everything and move to Boston to live on a boat.

After taking her new boat out fog settles in and life isn't the same as when she left that morning.

It's up to Cal Magnus of The Order of The Black Swan to discover if Atlanta is telling the truth.

Cal and Atlanta begin working together and find a new mystery is about to come!!

[Raina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. Give it 5 stars. Can't wait for the next one.

Everything is going wrong for Lana. Her fiancé runs out on her at the alter. So she decides to make a huge change in her life. Quits her job and moves away from her family and friends. Just as she thinks are going her way she is pulled into another dimension.

This dimension looks like ours with some slight differences, but everything else is different. She can't return home and now will really have to start over her life. She gets a job with The Order.

Now her life is full of new and exciting changes. Some good and some bad.

Highly recommend to any who love paranormal. Good for adults and young adults.

[Sher · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Order of the Black Swan returns.. I soo love this series..This story begins just after Atalanta is left at the alter. She decides to move away and start over.And hopes to have an adventure.. Little does she realize where she will really go..And that she cannot return..
She starts over at Jefferson Unit and a few of our favorites from the B team return as well..She gets her adventure alright...This story ends with a cliffhanger, but its ok This story picks up again in the beginning of January with the 2nd and 3rd book of this great new series..Can't wait..
received this book as a gift in exchange for an honest review

[Leslie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Was so excited to receive this as an arc! Victoria Danann does not disappoint! New and old characters brought together to weave another tale in the life of the order of black swans. Only wished it wasn't in two parts! If you love the series then you will want to add this to your collection.

[Yvette Grimes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great story!

Victoria's fans have come to expect wonderful stories. I'm happy to say that the first installment of Prince of Demons continues the tradition! Lana is a great addition. I hope we get to know even more about her dad and cousins

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a fan of Victoria Danann, I was really excited to learn about her upcoming new release Prince of Demons 1 which is a spin off to her incredible Order of the Black Swan series. Which, by the way, if you have not checked out yet - you definitely should though is not a must read to enjoy POD 1. I adored this book! The only disappointing thing about it is that it is part of a serial! Then again the other parts are going to be released so quickly we will barely have time to miss them! Atalanta Ravin is an incredible new heroine that its incredibly easy to like and root for. I really enjoyed being introduced to her family and friends and hope we see them again soon! After an acceptable mourning period, Lana makes a crazy and impressive life altering decision which changes her entire life. What happens next you just have to read for yourself! As usual, Ms. Danann does an incredible job crafting a new "dimension" which does overlap with her previous series. Also as usual, I am left anxiously awaiting the next installment!!

[Pamijo Perkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Victoria does it again!

In Prince of Demons, Atlanta (Lana) is introduced as a woman who has been left at the alter. She is tired of her life, so makes life altering changes. She knows nothing about boats, but buys one, in hopes of making a new life for herself. She sets out for a day out on the water alone after she gets some training. This is the day her life changes.
Cal Magnus works for The Order. He is assigned a case in which he has to determine if a woman is either suffering from amnesia, or has been displaced from another dimension. This is the day, his life changes.

There are Black Swan characters written in this book. It's good to see some of them.
I'm really looking forward to this series, and can't wait for the other 2 books. Victoria always leaves me with wanting more

[Tifinie Henry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Victoria Danann has once again proven how awesome she is at writing by blowing me away.
Be careful what you wish for, you never know what you will get.
After being left at the alter Atalanta Ravin (Lana) wishes to start anew, and leaves her life behind. Little does she know that wishes do come true.
Lana moves to the New England coast to start her new adventure in life. As she starts to settle into her new life the universe seems to have another plan for her, which leads her to the Order of the Knights of Black Swan and Jefferson Unit. While learning what her new life entails she meets Elora, Ram, Prince Duff and Princess Aelsong. With the interviews and evaluations it is determined what field she will work in for the Order.
I can not wait for the next book of the series an to learn more about the Demons.
Please Me Danann, I want some more.....

[Robyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ms. Danann has once again crafted a story that pulls you and makes you feel as though you are right there. Lana is a kick-butt heroine who after being jilted at the alter quits her job, sells her house and most of her stuff and moves from all she knows to Boston to live on a boat. And that's where her adventure really begins.

Some of our old friends from The Knights of Black Swan make appearances in this novel; but you won't have to have read those (although if you haven't you should definitely check them out) in order to enjoy this book.

This is part 1 of a 3-part rapid release trilogy. Part 2 releases on 1/3/15 and Part 3 on 1/19/15.

You should go right now and pick up Part 1...its just 99 pennies!

[Amy Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you aren't a fan of Victoria Dannon yet you are missing out! I absolutely love her characters but I enjoy her female characters the most. Lana (the main character) had my attention within the first few pages of Prince of Demons and my empathy by the end of the first chapter. Lana has charisma, intelligence, and spunk. I can't wait for the next book in this fantastic series! I know many readers don't like serials but each of Victoria's books focus on a main character and provide appearances from past characters. Although I recommend reading the series in order, it's not a must. At a Kindle price of only .99 I really don't know why you wouldn't click "buy now."

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a start to what will be a great three part adventure. Atalanta( Lana) is a having a terrible streak of luck. She is left at the altar, just when things start to look up she is moved to another dimension from which there is no going back. Lana is a very relatable character; we have all had bad luck, just maybe not that bad. Lana makes the best of what is an awful situation. She finds work and things are looking a little better, then bad luck hits again. It is going to be a long wait for fans of the series.

[Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the newest addition to Victoria's Black Swan stories. This is written as a serial, and this is part one.

In the Prince of Demons, Atalanta (Lana) Ravin has been left at the altar, and after a few weeks of letting herself go, and feeling sorry for herself, she decides she needs a whole change of life. She moves to Boston to live on a house boat, meets new friends, learns to sail, and then all hell breaks lose.

I would have loved to have the whole story, now I have to wait for the next installment with my fingers crossed that things will get better for out heroine.