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Captured by the Vampire Knight
He took her for her magic. He didn’t expect her to steal his heart.
Natalie has spent her life protecting her family—raising her sister and caring for her ailing father in a world ruled by vampires. But when a brutal raid destroys her village, she strikes a desperate bargain: her freedom in exchange for their lives.
Taken by Rayhan, a powerful vampire warrior, Natalie is forced to use her unstable magic to solve the murder of his father. If she fails, she may never see her family again. But if she succeeds, the truth could be more dangerous than the killer himself.
Rayhan never meant to take a prisoner—but Natalie is no ordinary human. When she inadvertently unlocks memories he buried long ago, he realizes she may be the key to justice—and vengeance. What he didn’t expect was the fire between them. Now, the woman who could destroy him might also be the only one who can save him.
As deadly secrets unravel and the killer turns their sights on Natalie, desire collides with betrayal, and trust becomes the ultimate risk.
Dark magic. Forbidden romance. A fight for survival.
Can love bloom between sworn enemies—or will it become the weapon that tears them apart?
Captured by the Vampire Knight is perfect for fans of steamy vampire romance, enemies to lovers, and magic-bound fated mates.
Natalie has spent her life protecting her family—raising her sister and caring for her ailing father in a world ruled by vampires. But when a brutal raid destroys her village, she strikes a desperate bargain: her freedom in exchange for their lives.
Taken by Rayhan, a powerful vampire warrior, Natalie is forced to use her unstable magic to solve the murder of his father. If she fails, she may never see her family again. But if she succeeds, the truth could be more dangerous than the killer himself.
Rayhan never meant to take a prisoner—but Natalie is no ordinary human. When she inadvertently unlocks memories he buried long ago, he realizes she may be the key to justice—and vengeance. What he didn’t expect was the fire between them. Now, the woman who could destroy him might also be the only one who can save him.
As deadly secrets unravel and the killer turns their sights on Natalie, desire collides with betrayal, and trust becomes the ultimate risk.
Dark magic. Forbidden romance. A fight for survival.
Can love bloom between sworn enemies—or will it become the weapon that tears them apart?
Captured by the Vampire Knight is perfect for fans of steamy vampire romance, enemies to lovers, and magic-bound fated mates.
310 pages, Paperback
First published May 5, 2026
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May 20, 2026DNF 37%
I wanted to love this so much! The beginning captured my attention so quickly and loved how it was developing. However I’m getting really conflicted with the MMC and the way he says “girl” in a disparaging way but then acts like a golden retriever? It doesn’t fit the vibe for me unfortunately. I think the nature of the capture / captive trope is generally brutality and although she’s a civilian and not like the other witches it still confused me. I really like the world building and the way the author manages to really make you picture everything in detail with your mind. Thank you so much for the opportunity to read and review this.
I wanted to love this so much! The beginning captured my attention so quickly and loved how it was developing. However I’m getting really conflicted with the MMC and the way he says “girl” in a disparaging way but then acts like a golden retriever? It doesn’t fit the vibe for me unfortunately. I think the nature of the capture / captive trope is generally brutality and although she’s a civilian and not like the other witches it still confused me. I really like the world building and the way the author manages to really make you picture everything in detail with your mind. Thank you so much for the opportunity to read and review this.
May 19, 2026
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐.5
Spice: 🌶️.5
Captured by the Vampire Knight is a witch x vampire forbidden romance with a strong mystery-driven plot.
There were definitely elements of this book that I really enjoyed, especially the investigation aspect of the story. Between enemies turned reluctant allies, a murder to solve, and lives hanging in the balance, the narrative kept moving at a fast pace without ever feeling rushed. The story slowly drops clues along the way, building tension and creating that constant sense of urgency and looming disaster.
The world itself also had potential. The history between witches, humans, and vampires adds layers to the setting, and the danger surrounding Natalie’s unstable magic kept things interesting.
Where the book didn’t fully work for me was the romance.
While Natalie and Rayhan have physical chemistry from the start, I never truly felt the emotional connection develop between them. The relationship leaned heavily into insta-lust, and the jump from attraction to deeper feelings happened too quickly for me to fully buy into it. I kept waiting for more yearning, vulnerability, or emotional intimacy to ground the romance, but it never quite got there.
At the same time, the “forbidden romance” angle felt more present in the world-building than in the actual relationship itself. Despite the history between species, most interactions with the vampires are surprisingly polite and welcoming, so that tension never fully translates onto the page.
The spice is fairly low and tame, mostly serving as brief moments of intimacy within the larger mystery plot rather than becoming a major focus of the story.
Overall, this was still an enjoyable and intriguing read, particularly for readers who prefer fantasy and mystery elements over heavy romance. I do think the marketing sets slightly different expectations, though—it’s less spicy and less emotionally romantic than the blurb suggests, but the murder mystery and magical intrigue make it worth picking up.
Spice: 🌶️.5
Captured by the Vampire Knight is a witch x vampire forbidden romance with a strong mystery-driven plot.
There were definitely elements of this book that I really enjoyed, especially the investigation aspect of the story. Between enemies turned reluctant allies, a murder to solve, and lives hanging in the balance, the narrative kept moving at a fast pace without ever feeling rushed. The story slowly drops clues along the way, building tension and creating that constant sense of urgency and looming disaster.
The world itself also had potential. The history between witches, humans, and vampires adds layers to the setting, and the danger surrounding Natalie’s unstable magic kept things interesting.
Where the book didn’t fully work for me was the romance.
While Natalie and Rayhan have physical chemistry from the start, I never truly felt the emotional connection develop between them. The relationship leaned heavily into insta-lust, and the jump from attraction to deeper feelings happened too quickly for me to fully buy into it. I kept waiting for more yearning, vulnerability, or emotional intimacy to ground the romance, but it never quite got there.
At the same time, the “forbidden romance” angle felt more present in the world-building than in the actual relationship itself. Despite the history between species, most interactions with the vampires are surprisingly polite and welcoming, so that tension never fully translates onto the page.
The spice is fairly low and tame, mostly serving as brief moments of intimacy within the larger mystery plot rather than becoming a major focus of the story.
Overall, this was still an enjoyable and intriguing read, particularly for readers who prefer fantasy and mystery elements over heavy romance. I do think the marketing sets slightly different expectations, though—it’s less spicy and less emotionally romantic than the blurb suggests, but the murder mystery and magical intrigue make it worth picking up.
May 7, 2026
I received an advanced copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I honestly loved every second of this book.
If you’re craving a dark, addictive vampire romance with tension, mystery, magic, and very spicy scenes… this one absolutely delivers.
The author throws you straight into the story from the very beginning, and I was hooked almost instantly. Between the kidnapping, the escape attempts, the murder mystery unfolding in the background, and slowly discovering how the magic system works, there was always something happening that kept me turning the pages.
I enjoyed the dynamic between the characters. The whole captive/kidnapper tension mixed with the growing romance worked way too well for me. There’s this constant push and pull between danger, attraction, trust, and obsession that made the chemistry feel intense from start to finish.
And the spice? The spice was SPICING. The detailed scenes were incredibly well written without taking away from the plot, it was delicious for my eyes and my imagination.
I also liked the healing/disease aspect woven into the story because it added another layer of urgency and emotion beyond just the romance. Combined with the mystery of who killed who and uncovering secrets along the way, it made the book feel surprisingly immersive and hard to put down.
Tropes:
Vampires & witches
Dark romance
Kidnapper/captive dynamics
Forced proximity
Escape attempts
Murder mystery
Magic discovery
Protective yet dangerous MMC
High tension romance
Spicy paranormal fantasy
Definitely recommend this to anyone thirsty for a hot vampire obsessed with a witch 🖤🩸
I honestly loved every second of this book.
If you’re craving a dark, addictive vampire romance with tension, mystery, magic, and very spicy scenes… this one absolutely delivers.
The author throws you straight into the story from the very beginning, and I was hooked almost instantly. Between the kidnapping, the escape attempts, the murder mystery unfolding in the background, and slowly discovering how the magic system works, there was always something happening that kept me turning the pages.
I enjoyed the dynamic between the characters. The whole captive/kidnapper tension mixed with the growing romance worked way too well for me. There’s this constant push and pull between danger, attraction, trust, and obsession that made the chemistry feel intense from start to finish.
And the spice? The spice was SPICING. The detailed scenes were incredibly well written without taking away from the plot, it was delicious for my eyes and my imagination.
I also liked the healing/disease aspect woven into the story because it added another layer of urgency and emotion beyond just the romance. Combined with the mystery of who killed who and uncovering secrets along the way, it made the book feel surprisingly immersive and hard to put down.
Tropes:
Vampires & witches
Dark romance
Kidnapper/captive dynamics
Forced proximity
Escape attempts
Murder mystery
Magic discovery
Protective yet dangerous MMC
High tension romance
Spicy paranormal fantasy
Definitely recommend this to anyone thirsty for a hot vampire obsessed with a witch 🖤🩸
June 8, 2026
I really really wanted to like this book. The concept sounds perfect for me, and it started off so strong! I really think that her magic is interesting, and the concept of solving a mystery was interesting too. I LOVE when genres intertwine. I devoured the first 30%, and that’s where it began to fall flat for me. The concept is 10/10, the execution wasn’t it for me.
It fairly repetitive. It’s the same day over and over: he gets her out, she’s upset her magic doesn’t work on demand but won’t tell him that, they hold hands, and then she goes back to her cell.
It’s also suuuuuper insta love. They’re supposed to be mortal enemies… but they’re all kinda super cool with having a witch there. Idk I think the enemies to lovers could have been developed better. The bones of the romance are there though.
One thing that did rub me the wrong way was the author describing someone with a traditionally Chinese name as having “a face squished as if it was pressed between two walls” it read super weird.
Thank you to City Owl for the eARC. I wanted to love it, but it wasn’t for me.
It fairly repetitive. It’s the same day over and over: he gets her out, she’s upset her magic doesn’t work on demand but won’t tell him that, they hold hands, and then she goes back to her cell.
It’s also suuuuuper insta love. They’re supposed to be mortal enemies… but they’re all kinda super cool with having a witch there. Idk I think the enemies to lovers could have been developed better. The bones of the romance are there though.
One thing that did rub me the wrong way was the author describing someone with a traditionally Chinese name as having “a face squished as if it was pressed between two walls” it read super weird.
Thank you to City Owl for the eARC. I wanted to love it, but it wasn’t for me.
May 6, 2026
This was such a fascinating dark fantasy romance unlike any others I've read before.
It follows Natalie, a selfless witch/civilian who sacrifices her freedom and life to save her family.
She is held captive by Rayhan, a powerful vampire warrior, who truly doesn't want any harm to come her way.
There were a little bit of “Touch her and 💀” moments thrown in there that I loved!
Together they explore the vampire castle, without actual permission for her to be out of her cell, to investigate the death of Rayhan’s father who mysteriously died
This story includes the famous enemies-to-lovers trope literally (as they are sworn enemies), tied in with forced proximity and the sweet meddling of fate
While I didn't so much enjoy the descriptiveness of the injuries everyone got, (I’m easily queasy) this story was a gripping, intense, emotional and all around an enjoyable read!
I am very thankful to have been given the opportunity to read this!
Spice 3/5 🌶️
It follows Natalie, a selfless witch/civilian who sacrifices her freedom and life to save her family.
She is held captive by Rayhan, a powerful vampire warrior, who truly doesn't want any harm to come her way.
There were a little bit of “Touch her and 💀” moments thrown in there that I loved!
Together they explore the vampire castle, without actual permission for her to be out of her cell, to investigate the death of Rayhan’s father who mysteriously died
This story includes the famous enemies-to-lovers trope literally (as they are sworn enemies), tied in with forced proximity and the sweet meddling of fate
While I didn't so much enjoy the descriptiveness of the injuries everyone got, (I’m easily queasy) this story was a gripping, intense, emotional and all around an enjoyable read!
I am very thankful to have been given the opportunity to read this!
Spice 3/5 🌶️
May 17, 2026
Omg, can we talk about the world-building for a minute? It was beautifully done, I could picture every single scene in my mind. It was incredible. It blew me away, I really appreciate that in books im reading. I loved this romantasy lso much, a top read of the year for me ans totally a 5 star read
June 25, 2026
Arc Review
Unfortunately this book just wasn’t for me. The idea of the plot seemed great but it just wasn’t done well. The story just didn’t go much of anywhere and just felt flat and repetitive. The romance also was very forced and bland to me it did not stand out at all and felt very rushed.
Unfortunately this book just wasn’t for me. The idea of the plot seemed great but it just wasn’t done well. The story just didn’t go much of anywhere and just felt flat and repetitive. The romance also was very forced and bland to me it did not stand out at all and felt very rushed.
May 15, 2026
A fun fantasy romance, i really enjoy this author and the worlds she creates. This book had a fun magic element to it and some mystery, I liked the self growth and letting go of the past theme.
May 20, 2026
⭐ Overall Rating: 3 Stars
Cute and easy-to-read vampire romantasy with magic, murder mystery elements, forbidden attraction, and very YA-feeling character dynamics.
Think cozy/light vampire fantasy with a touch of mystery rather than a dark, deeply emotional romantasy.
📚 What the Book Is About (No Spoilers)
In a world where vampires and witches are sworn enemies, Natalie sacrifices her freedom to save her family after a brutal vampire raid destroys her village.
Taken prisoner by the vampire warrior Rayhan, she’s forced to use her unstable magic to help solve the murder of his father. But as secrets unravel and danger grows closer, Natalie and Rayhan find themselves drawn to each other in ways neither of them expected.
🖤 My Reading Experience
Overall, this was a fun and entertaining read for me. I flew through it pretty quickly, and the pacing kept me engaged the entire time. The murder-mystery aspect added a nice layer to the story, and I appreciated that the plot felt a little different from a lot of other vampire romances.
The book also has a very “cute” YA-feeling energy to it overall, despite some darker themes being present in the background.
The romance between Natalie and Rayhan was enjoyable on a surface level, and there was definitely physical chemistry between them from the start. However, for me personally, the emotional depth just wasn’t fully there. The relationship leaned much more into insta-lust than slow emotional development, and I never fully felt the deeper connection forming between them.
I kept waiting for more yearning, vulnerability, emotional intimacy, or moments that would truly ground the romance emotionally, but it never quite reached that level for me.
I also found myself wishing we got more from Rayhan’s side emotionally. A lot of the emotional movement in the relationship seemed to come from Natalie, while Rayhan’s feelings often felt less developed on the page. I wanted more tension, longing, and emotional conflict from him specifically.
The spice itself is also very mild. I personally wouldn’t describe this as particularly steamy or spicy, since the intimate scenes are fairly brief and mostly serve the larger mystery plot rather than becoming a major focus.
💭 What Didn’t Fully Work for Me
The biggest issue for me was definitely the lack of depth throughout the story.
The worldbuilding felt very thin, which made it difficult to fully understand the setting, culture, history, and motivations behind the conflict. We’re told vampires and witches are enemies and that there’s an ongoing war between them, but most of the vampires Natalie interacts with are surprisingly polite and welcoming. Because of that, the tension between the species never fully translated onto the page for me.
I kept finding myself asking questions like:
- Why is this war actually happening?
- Why do the vampires raid villages (just to get rid of witches or?)
- Why do the witches and vampires hate each other so much?
- Do the vampires only live in the castle?
- Why did Natalie adapt to her "not available" magic so quickly?
- Why was the sudden mention of becoming a god introduced so late?
A lot of these unanswered questions made the story feel underdeveloped despite having a genuinely interesting premise.
The writing also became repetitive at times. Certain points kept getting repeated throughout the book, especially: Natalie worrying about her father’s medicine, her injured wrists, and her desire to escape.
And I’m sorry, but Rayhan constantly calling Natalie “girl” started taking me out every single time 😭
Some side characters also felt underutilized. Reef, especially, had the potential to become a much more important or emotionally impactful character, but ultimately didn’t add much substance to the story.
I was also slightly confused by the time period and setting. The book overall has a fantasy atmosphere, but modern terminology like “coroner,” “lab,” and references to autoimmune illness occasionally pulled me out of the world because they clashed with the setting I had imagined while reading.
🔥 Tropes & Elements
- Vampires vs Witches
- Enemies-to-Lovers (supposedly)
- Forced Proximity
- Murder Mystery
- Forbidden Romance
- Captive/Captor Dynamic
This book felt light, entertaining, and easier to binge than emotionally intense. While the romance and mystery kept me engaged, I never became deeply emotionally attached to the characters or their relationship.
👀 Who Should Read This?
If you enjoy lighter vampire romantasy with mystery elements, quick pacing, mild spice, and easy-to-read relationships, this could definitely be a fun read for you.
Especially if you like:
- vampire romance without overly dark themes,
- fast-paced fantasy reads,
- a touch of mystery.
Even though I guessed the murderer fairly early on, the mystery still kept me entertained throughout.
🫶 Final Thoughts
This book had a lot of potential, and honestly, I’m a little sad it didn’t fully reach the emotional and worldbuilding depth it seemed to be aiming for.
That said, I still had fun reading it. The premise was interesting, the pacing kept things moving, and the overall reading experience was entertaining from start to finish.
While it wasn’t a standout romantasy for me personally, it was still a cute and enjoyable read that I think many readers will have fun with — especially those looking for something lighter and easy to get through.
📢 Disclosure: Thank you to NetGalley and A.N. Payton for providing an ARC. All opinions are my own.
Cute and easy-to-read vampire romantasy with magic, murder mystery elements, forbidden attraction, and very YA-feeling character dynamics.
Think cozy/light vampire fantasy with a touch of mystery rather than a dark, deeply emotional romantasy.
📚 What the Book Is About (No Spoilers)
In a world where vampires and witches are sworn enemies, Natalie sacrifices her freedom to save her family after a brutal vampire raid destroys her village.
Taken prisoner by the vampire warrior Rayhan, she’s forced to use her unstable magic to help solve the murder of his father. But as secrets unravel and danger grows closer, Natalie and Rayhan find themselves drawn to each other in ways neither of them expected.
🖤 My Reading Experience
Overall, this was a fun and entertaining read for me. I flew through it pretty quickly, and the pacing kept me engaged the entire time. The murder-mystery aspect added a nice layer to the story, and I appreciated that the plot felt a little different from a lot of other vampire romances.
The book also has a very “cute” YA-feeling energy to it overall, despite some darker themes being present in the background.
The romance between Natalie and Rayhan was enjoyable on a surface level, and there was definitely physical chemistry between them from the start. However, for me personally, the emotional depth just wasn’t fully there. The relationship leaned much more into insta-lust than slow emotional development, and I never fully felt the deeper connection forming between them.
I kept waiting for more yearning, vulnerability, emotional intimacy, or moments that would truly ground the romance emotionally, but it never quite reached that level for me.
I also found myself wishing we got more from Rayhan’s side emotionally. A lot of the emotional movement in the relationship seemed to come from Natalie, while Rayhan’s feelings often felt less developed on the page. I wanted more tension, longing, and emotional conflict from him specifically.
The spice itself is also very mild. I personally wouldn’t describe this as particularly steamy or spicy, since the intimate scenes are fairly brief and mostly serve the larger mystery plot rather than becoming a major focus.
💭 What Didn’t Fully Work for Me
The biggest issue for me was definitely the lack of depth throughout the story.
The worldbuilding felt very thin, which made it difficult to fully understand the setting, culture, history, and motivations behind the conflict. We’re told vampires and witches are enemies and that there’s an ongoing war between them, but most of the vampires Natalie interacts with are surprisingly polite and welcoming. Because of that, the tension between the species never fully translated onto the page for me.
I kept finding myself asking questions like:
- Why is this war actually happening?
- Why do the vampires raid villages (just to get rid of witches or?)
- Why do the witches and vampires hate each other so much?
- Do the vampires only live in the castle?
- Why did Natalie adapt to her "not available" magic so quickly?
- Why was the sudden mention of becoming a god introduced so late?
A lot of these unanswered questions made the story feel underdeveloped despite having a genuinely interesting premise.
The writing also became repetitive at times. Certain points kept getting repeated throughout the book, especially: Natalie worrying about her father’s medicine, her injured wrists, and her desire to escape.
And I’m sorry, but Rayhan constantly calling Natalie “girl” started taking me out every single time 😭
Some side characters also felt underutilized. Reef, especially, had the potential to become a much more important or emotionally impactful character, but ultimately didn’t add much substance to the story.
I was also slightly confused by the time period and setting. The book overall has a fantasy atmosphere, but modern terminology like “coroner,” “lab,” and references to autoimmune illness occasionally pulled me out of the world because they clashed with the setting I had imagined while reading.
🔥 Tropes & Elements
- Vampires vs Witches
- Enemies-to-Lovers (supposedly)
- Forced Proximity
- Murder Mystery
- Forbidden Romance
- Captive/Captor Dynamic
This book felt light, entertaining, and easier to binge than emotionally intense. While the romance and mystery kept me engaged, I never became deeply emotionally attached to the characters or their relationship.
👀 Who Should Read This?
If you enjoy lighter vampire romantasy with mystery elements, quick pacing, mild spice, and easy-to-read relationships, this could definitely be a fun read for you.
Especially if you like:
- vampire romance without overly dark themes,
- fast-paced fantasy reads,
- a touch of mystery.
Even though I guessed the murderer fairly early on, the mystery still kept me entertained throughout.
🫶 Final Thoughts
This book had a lot of potential, and honestly, I’m a little sad it didn’t fully reach the emotional and worldbuilding depth it seemed to be aiming for.
That said, I still had fun reading it. The premise was interesting, the pacing kept things moving, and the overall reading experience was entertaining from start to finish.
While it wasn’t a standout romantasy for me personally, it was still a cute and enjoyable read that I think many readers will have fun with — especially those looking for something lighter and easy to get through.
📢 Disclosure: Thank you to NetGalley and A.N. Payton for providing an ARC. All opinions are my own.
May 10, 2026
This book absolutely did not work for me.
Captured by the Vampire Knight had all the ingredients I would normally devour (vampires, witches, enemies-to-lovers tension, gothic vibes) but none of the emotional build-up actually landed. Everything felt strangely constructed, rushed, and weirdly artificial from page one.
The biggest issue was the romance. Or rather: the complete absence of believable romance while the book kept insisting it was there. These two characters go from “mortal enemies” to almost kissing within pages, and I genuinely could not tell you when the affection actually formed. One moment she calls him her enemy, the next she is melting because of his abs, his giant size, his ocean eyes, his scent, the rhythm of his hips. Jesus Christ, give me strength.
The emotional progression felt nonexistent. They got touchy constantly in situations where it made absolutely no sense, like the book was trying to force intimacy before earning it. By 20–30% they are already needy for each other and holding hands in hallways while still supposedly hating each other. I never bought it for a second.
And the dialogue choices? Oh my God.
The FMC is 25 years old but repeatedly mentions she could be mistaken for a child. Why would you write that. Then the MMC constantly switches between calling her “girl” and “woman” sometimes within the same paragraph, which became so noticeable I could not stop seeing it. Meanwhile she calls him “the giant” and “the vampire” until basically the final page like the author ran out of ways to refer to him.
The writing itself also became extremely repetitive. Every few chapters we circle back to:
- her father’s medicine running low,
- her wrists hurting or bleeding,
- her wanting to escape,
- somebody smelling like mint, eucalyptus, orchids, fresh earth, cinnamon, spice, a botanical garden apparently.
I was losing my mind.The vampires also behaved bizarrely towards the FMC.
Vampires and witches are supposed to be mortal enemies slaughtering each other for centuries, yet everybody immediately treats her like a delicate little doll that constantly needs dressing up for no reason. She isn’t attending balls. She isn’t going anywhere important. The scenes existed purely to create forced intimacy and “look how pretty she is” moments.
And the instalove completely killed any possible tension. Nothing simmered. Nothing developed naturally. The book kept telling me there was chemistry while I sat there feeling absolutely nothing.
The pacing itself is actually fast, I’ll give it that. Things happen constantly. But fast pacing cannot compensate for emotional depth that simply is not there.
By the end, I was mostly exhausted by phrases like butterflies flapping in chests while vampires who murdered her people for centuries kiss her hand and mansplain things to her five minutes later.
This was unfortunately a complete miss for me.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Captured by the Vampire Knight had all the ingredients I would normally devour (vampires, witches, enemies-to-lovers tension, gothic vibes) but none of the emotional build-up actually landed. Everything felt strangely constructed, rushed, and weirdly artificial from page one.
The biggest issue was the romance. Or rather: the complete absence of believable romance while the book kept insisting it was there. These two characters go from “mortal enemies” to almost kissing within pages, and I genuinely could not tell you when the affection actually formed. One moment she calls him her enemy, the next she is melting because of his abs, his giant size, his ocean eyes, his scent, the rhythm of his hips. Jesus Christ, give me strength.
The emotional progression felt nonexistent. They got touchy constantly in situations where it made absolutely no sense, like the book was trying to force intimacy before earning it. By 20–30% they are already needy for each other and holding hands in hallways while still supposedly hating each other. I never bought it for a second.
And the dialogue choices? Oh my God.
The FMC is 25 years old but repeatedly mentions she could be mistaken for a child. Why would you write that. Then the MMC constantly switches between calling her “girl” and “woman” sometimes within the same paragraph, which became so noticeable I could not stop seeing it. Meanwhile she calls him “the giant” and “the vampire” until basically the final page like the author ran out of ways to refer to him.
The writing itself also became extremely repetitive. Every few chapters we circle back to:
- her father’s medicine running low,
- her wrists hurting or bleeding,
- her wanting to escape,
- somebody smelling like mint, eucalyptus, orchids, fresh earth, cinnamon, spice, a botanical garden apparently.
I was losing my mind.The vampires also behaved bizarrely towards the FMC.
Vampires and witches are supposed to be mortal enemies slaughtering each other for centuries, yet everybody immediately treats her like a delicate little doll that constantly needs dressing up for no reason. She isn’t attending balls. She isn’t going anywhere important. The scenes existed purely to create forced intimacy and “look how pretty she is” moments.
And the instalove completely killed any possible tension. Nothing simmered. Nothing developed naturally. The book kept telling me there was chemistry while I sat there feeling absolutely nothing.
The pacing itself is actually fast, I’ll give it that. Things happen constantly. But fast pacing cannot compensate for emotional depth that simply is not there.
By the end, I was mostly exhausted by phrases like butterflies flapping in chests while vampires who murdered her people for centuries kiss her hand and mansplain things to her five minutes later.
This was unfortunately a complete miss for me.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
May 14, 2026
Given an ARC copy on NetGalley - I would like to say thank you for letting me read this advanced copy.
We follow a young witch-girl called Natalie. Who has magic but it's suppressed and locked away by her mother who has died. The magic is supposed to be released when the magic-bearer has passed but this time it hasn't. Natalie is basically defenseless when she is taken from her home by vampires.
She is captured, along with other witches and taken to a vampire castle where we find out that the two vampires who captured her are actually the King and his best-friend/Vampire Knight, Rayhan (from the title). He has sworn to Natalie that no harm will come to her as she is a civilian, but he knows she has power and asks her to help him find who killed his father - which is against everything they have both been told to do. They are supposed to hate eachother, but, together they try to fit the pieces back together of that night, along with trying to navigate their underlying enemies-to-lovers romance bubbling underneath the surface.
I wanted to be hooked by all this. I wanted to be dragged along in this epic love story and murder-mystery. I wanted to feel for the characters and get entangled up in everything going on. But, unfortunately I just couldn't. There WERE moments, but they were fleeting.
There WERE times when the character of Natalie didn't annoy me and when Rayhan was the vampire we were told he was, but, again it wasn't enough. The story was fast-paced but there wasn't any feeling from the characters. We were often told what to feel, rather than actually feel it ourselves. There were characters eg. Reef, who brought no substance to the story and didn't even need to be there. The romance between Natalie and Rayhan felt forced and awkward. That all being said, the spicier scenes were however done well, almost like they were written first and then the rest came after...
I also didn't like the 'pet name' Rayhan gave Natalie - 'Girl' and then 'Woman' towards the end (when her character Arc became fulfilled). And it came up far too often for it be considered 'nice'. There is no tension build-up between Natalie and Rayhan and the world-building was sparce.
There were moments, like I said, where the book had promise but it lacked a lot for me.
All of the above being said, this is just my opinion, and I don't want to dissuade anyone from reading this book. If you like enemies-to-lovers/ vampires/ witches/ and a slight murder-mystery then please, give the story a look.
3⭐️
3🌶
(I have some fave quotes but will not add these as the book hasn't been published yet).
We follow a young witch-girl called Natalie. Who has magic but it's suppressed and locked away by her mother who has died. The magic is supposed to be released when the magic-bearer has passed but this time it hasn't. Natalie is basically defenseless when she is taken from her home by vampires.
She is captured, along with other witches and taken to a vampire castle where we find out that the two vampires who captured her are actually the King and his best-friend/Vampire Knight, Rayhan (from the title). He has sworn to Natalie that no harm will come to her as she is a civilian, but he knows she has power and asks her to help him find who killed his father - which is against everything they have both been told to do. They are supposed to hate eachother, but, together they try to fit the pieces back together of that night, along with trying to navigate their underlying enemies-to-lovers romance bubbling underneath the surface.
I wanted to be hooked by all this. I wanted to be dragged along in this epic love story and murder-mystery. I wanted to feel for the characters and get entangled up in everything going on. But, unfortunately I just couldn't. There WERE moments, but they were fleeting.
There WERE times when the character of Natalie didn't annoy me and when Rayhan was the vampire we were told he was, but, again it wasn't enough. The story was fast-paced but there wasn't any feeling from the characters. We were often told what to feel, rather than actually feel it ourselves. There were characters eg. Reef, who brought no substance to the story and didn't even need to be there. The romance between Natalie and Rayhan felt forced and awkward. That all being said, the spicier scenes were however done well, almost like they were written first and then the rest came after...
I also didn't like the 'pet name' Rayhan gave Natalie - 'Girl' and then 'Woman' towards the end (when her character Arc became fulfilled). And it came up far too often for it be considered 'nice'. There is no tension build-up between Natalie and Rayhan and the world-building was sparce.
There were moments, like I said, where the book had promise but it lacked a lot for me.
All of the above being said, this is just my opinion, and I don't want to dissuade anyone from reading this book. If you like enemies-to-lovers/ vampires/ witches/ and a slight murder-mystery then please, give the story a look.
3⭐️
3🌶
(I have some fave quotes but will not add these as the book hasn't been published yet).
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 12, 2026
Captured by the Vampire Knight • A.N. Payton
Eternal Alliances #1
One phrase: vampire knight meets magical murder mystery 🩸🔮
Captured by the Vampire Knight is a witch x vampire forbidden romance with a strong mystery driven plot.
Natalie has spent her life protecting her family, so when a brutal raid destroys her village, she makes the only choice she can. Her freedom in exchange for their lives.
That bargain puts her in the hands of Rayhan, a powerful vampire warrior who needs her unstable magic to solve the murder of his father. If she fails, she may never see her family again. If she succeeds, the truth might be even more dangerous than the killer.
The investigation aspect was definitely my favorite part of this book. Enemies turned reluctant allies, a murder to solve, clues being dropped along the way, and lives hanging in the balance kept the story moving at a fast pace without feeling rushed. There was a constant sense of urgency and looming disaster that made me want to keep reading.
I also liked the world building. The history between witches, humans, and vampires added layers to the setting, and Natalie’s unstable magic gave the story an extra bit of tension.
Where this did not fully hit for me was the romance.
Natalie and Rayhan have physical chemistry from the start, but I wanted more emotional development between them. The relationship leaned more insta lust than slow burn, and the shift from attraction to deeper feelings happened a little too quickly for me to completely buy into it.
I also expected the forbidden romance tension to be stronger. The world gives us the history and conflict between species, but the actual relationship did not feel as forbidden or high tension as I expected it to be.
That said, this was still an enjoyable read, especially if you are looking for more fantasy mystery than heavy romance. The spice is low and tame, and the magical intrigue is really what carries the story.
✨ Tropes and vibes:
🩸 vampire knight
🔮 witch FMC
⚔️ enemies to reluctant allies
🖤 forbidden romance
🧩 murder mystery
✨ unstable magic
🏰 fantasy world
🤝 forced proximity
👀 secrets and betrayal
💫 fated mate energy
🫑 low spice
🔥 fast paced intrigue
📚 Read this if you like:
Vampire romantasy, magical murder mysteries, reluctant allies, forbidden species dynamics, low spice fantasy romance, and stories where the mystery takes center stage.
This was intriguing, fast paced, and strongest when leaning into the murder mystery and magical world.
#CapturedByTheVampireKnight #ANPayton #VampireRomance #RomantasyBooks #BookReview @owlcitypress
Eternal Alliances #1
One phrase: vampire knight meets magical murder mystery 🩸🔮
Captured by the Vampire Knight is a witch x vampire forbidden romance with a strong mystery driven plot.
Natalie has spent her life protecting her family, so when a brutal raid destroys her village, she makes the only choice she can. Her freedom in exchange for their lives.
That bargain puts her in the hands of Rayhan, a powerful vampire warrior who needs her unstable magic to solve the murder of his father. If she fails, she may never see her family again. If she succeeds, the truth might be even more dangerous than the killer.
The investigation aspect was definitely my favorite part of this book. Enemies turned reluctant allies, a murder to solve, clues being dropped along the way, and lives hanging in the balance kept the story moving at a fast pace without feeling rushed. There was a constant sense of urgency and looming disaster that made me want to keep reading.
I also liked the world building. The history between witches, humans, and vampires added layers to the setting, and Natalie’s unstable magic gave the story an extra bit of tension.
Where this did not fully hit for me was the romance.
Natalie and Rayhan have physical chemistry from the start, but I wanted more emotional development between them. The relationship leaned more insta lust than slow burn, and the shift from attraction to deeper feelings happened a little too quickly for me to completely buy into it.
I also expected the forbidden romance tension to be stronger. The world gives us the history and conflict between species, but the actual relationship did not feel as forbidden or high tension as I expected it to be.
That said, this was still an enjoyable read, especially if you are looking for more fantasy mystery than heavy romance. The spice is low and tame, and the magical intrigue is really what carries the story.
✨ Tropes and vibes:
🩸 vampire knight
🔮 witch FMC
⚔️ enemies to reluctant allies
🖤 forbidden romance
🧩 murder mystery
✨ unstable magic
🏰 fantasy world
🤝 forced proximity
👀 secrets and betrayal
💫 fated mate energy
🫑 low spice
🔥 fast paced intrigue
📚 Read this if you like:
Vampire romantasy, magical murder mysteries, reluctant allies, forbidden species dynamics, low spice fantasy romance, and stories where the mystery takes center stage.
This was intriguing, fast paced, and strongest when leaning into the murder mystery and magical world.
#CapturedByTheVampireKnight #ANPayton #VampireRomance #RomantasyBooks #BookReview @owlcitypress
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Captured by the Vampire Knight by A.N. Payton
4 ⭐
Right from the start, the atmosphere is heavy in a way that really pulls you in. Everything feels a bit unsafe, a bit tense, like something is always about to go wrong—and I was honestly hooked by that.
Natalie was a really solid main character for me. She’s not overpowered or unrealistically composed, she’s just trying to survive everything being thrown at her while dealing with grief, fear, and her unstable magic. I liked that she actually felt human in her reactions—messy, emotional, but still pushing forward.
Rayhan (the Vampire Knight) is very much the broody, controlled, morally grey type that I always fall for in theory and then suffer through emotionally in practice. He’s cold at first, but the dynamic between him and Natalie builds slowly in a way that actually worked for me. It’s not instant romance—it’s that slow shift from distrust to something more complicated and intense, which I personally eat up.
There’s also a murder investigation woven through everything, which keeps the plot moving. I did find myself more invested in the tension between the characters than the actual mystery at times, but it still gave the story structure and direction instead of just being vibes and angst (even though it was also very much vibes and angst).
The world feels dark and a little suffocating in places, but in a way that fits the story. It’s not cozy fantasy—it’s more like “I should probably stop reading this at 2am but I won’t” fantasy.
If I’m being honest, a few moments felt like they could’ve hit a bit harder emotionally or been stretched out more, especially around the romance. But even with that, I was still completely pulled into it.
By the end I was just fully invested in this messy, dangerous dynamic and slightly annoyed I’m now thinking about it after finishing.
If you like morally grey vampires, witches with chaotic magic, enemies-to-lovers tension, and stories that feel a bit dark and addictive, this is absolutely worth picking up.
Big thanks to A.N. Payton, NetGalley, and City Owl Press for the ARC—I really appreciate the chance to read and review it.
4 ⭐
Right from the start, the atmosphere is heavy in a way that really pulls you in. Everything feels a bit unsafe, a bit tense, like something is always about to go wrong—and I was honestly hooked by that.
Natalie was a really solid main character for me. She’s not overpowered or unrealistically composed, she’s just trying to survive everything being thrown at her while dealing with grief, fear, and her unstable magic. I liked that she actually felt human in her reactions—messy, emotional, but still pushing forward.
Rayhan (the Vampire Knight) is very much the broody, controlled, morally grey type that I always fall for in theory and then suffer through emotionally in practice. He’s cold at first, but the dynamic between him and Natalie builds slowly in a way that actually worked for me. It’s not instant romance—it’s that slow shift from distrust to something more complicated and intense, which I personally eat up.
There’s also a murder investigation woven through everything, which keeps the plot moving. I did find myself more invested in the tension between the characters than the actual mystery at times, but it still gave the story structure and direction instead of just being vibes and angst (even though it was also very much vibes and angst).
The world feels dark and a little suffocating in places, but in a way that fits the story. It’s not cozy fantasy—it’s more like “I should probably stop reading this at 2am but I won’t” fantasy.
If I’m being honest, a few moments felt like they could’ve hit a bit harder emotionally or been stretched out more, especially around the romance. But even with that, I was still completely pulled into it.
By the end I was just fully invested in this messy, dangerous dynamic and slightly annoyed I’m now thinking about it after finishing.
If you like morally grey vampires, witches with chaotic magic, enemies-to-lovers tension, and stories that feel a bit dark and addictive, this is absolutely worth picking up.
Big thanks to A.N. Payton, NetGalley, and City Owl Press for the ARC—I really appreciate the chance to read and review it.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Book Review: Captured by the Vampire Knight by A. N. Payton
Publication Date: 5 May 2026
Rating: 4.5 ⭐️
Captured by the Vampire Knight is an addictive, tension-filled paranormal romance that blends danger, desire, and mystery into a story that’s impossible to put down. A. N. Payton delivers a compelling opening to the Eternal Alliances series, with high stakes and an emotionally charged enemies-to-lovers dynamic.
Natalie is a standout heroine—fierce, selfless, and driven by her loyalty to her family. Her resilience in the face of loss and captivity makes her incredibly easy to root for, while her unstable magic adds both vulnerability and intrigue to her character. She isn’t just surviving—she’s constantly adapting, pushing back, and finding strength in the most impossible circumstances.
Rayhan is everything you want in a dark paranormal lead—powerful, controlled, and haunted by his past. His initial motives may be cold, but as layers begin to peel back, his complexity becomes one of the most compelling aspects of the story. The connection between him and Natalie is electric, evolving from reluctant alliance to something far more intense and dangerous.
The blend of romance and mystery works exceptionally well. The investigation into his father’s murder adds depth and momentum, keeping the plot moving while the emotional tension between the characters continues to build. Secrets unfold at a steady pace, each revelation raising the stakes and pulling you further into the story.
What truly stands out is the atmosphere. The world feels dark, immersive, and filled with constant danger, where trust is fragile and betrayal always feels close. The balance between action, emotion, and romance is well executed, making the story both gripping and satisfying.
Captured by the Vampire Knight is a captivating mix of forbidden romance, dark magic, and slow-burning tension. With strong characters, high stakes, and a compelling storyline, it’s a must-read for fans of vampire romance and enemies-to-lovers dynamics.
Publication Date: 5 May 2026
Rating: 4.5 ⭐️
Captured by the Vampire Knight is an addictive, tension-filled paranormal romance that blends danger, desire, and mystery into a story that’s impossible to put down. A. N. Payton delivers a compelling opening to the Eternal Alliances series, with high stakes and an emotionally charged enemies-to-lovers dynamic.
Natalie is a standout heroine—fierce, selfless, and driven by her loyalty to her family. Her resilience in the face of loss and captivity makes her incredibly easy to root for, while her unstable magic adds both vulnerability and intrigue to her character. She isn’t just surviving—she’s constantly adapting, pushing back, and finding strength in the most impossible circumstances.
Rayhan is everything you want in a dark paranormal lead—powerful, controlled, and haunted by his past. His initial motives may be cold, but as layers begin to peel back, his complexity becomes one of the most compelling aspects of the story. The connection between him and Natalie is electric, evolving from reluctant alliance to something far more intense and dangerous.
The blend of romance and mystery works exceptionally well. The investigation into his father’s murder adds depth and momentum, keeping the plot moving while the emotional tension between the characters continues to build. Secrets unfold at a steady pace, each revelation raising the stakes and pulling you further into the story.
What truly stands out is the atmosphere. The world feels dark, immersive, and filled with constant danger, where trust is fragile and betrayal always feels close. The balance between action, emotion, and romance is well executed, making the story both gripping and satisfying.
Captured by the Vampire Knight is a captivating mix of forbidden romance, dark magic, and slow-burning tension. With strong characters, high stakes, and a compelling storyline, it’s a must-read for fans of vampire romance and enemies-to-lovers dynamics.
May 9, 2026
I received this book from Netgalley as an eARC.
As a reader who loves books involving vampires, I was really excited for this story. Vampires and mysterious phantom dark magic? Sign me up! The first few chapters of the book showed promise but it soon dulled.
At one point, I almost forgot Rayhan was a dangerous vampire and that Natalie had magic. It was more of trying to figure out who murdered Rayhan's father, but without magic, which defeats the purpose of Natalie because he captured her due to her magic. We’re here for fantasy, but unfortunately it lacked that due to barely any dialogue of magic or the vampire aspect.
Rayhan could’ve been written better. I think his character threw me off the most in this story. The beginning of the book describes him as a tough dangerous vampire and then that disappears about 2-3 chapters in making him out to be too soft and caring. At one point I forgot he was a vampire because it’s not really mentioned until he’s in a fight and his wounds heal.
**SPOILERS BELOW**
I was left confused with Natalie and Rayhan’s relationship. I didn’t feel an emotional pull to them and they didn’t have any chemistry. I was hoping for tension building or slow-burn throughout the book and didn’t experience that. I was reading a chapter of them going to investigate the murder and the next thing I knew she kissed him. Which was very out of the blue and there was no sexual build up of that kiss. Their love felt forced.
Reef’s character, made me question what his relevance was in the story. I felt like he didn’t contribute anything to the story and was placed there just as a filler, which would be fine if he impacted Natalie in some way but he didn’t. He kept asking her if she was okay every other chapter which ended up causing me frustration because it was repetitive.
This book had potential because of the strong start in the first few chapters and the plot itself is decent but I can’t recommend this book. The FMC/MMC’s relationship, Rayhan's character, and lack of magic felt dull.
As a reader who loves books involving vampires, I was really excited for this story. Vampires and mysterious phantom dark magic? Sign me up! The first few chapters of the book showed promise but it soon dulled.
At one point, I almost forgot Rayhan was a dangerous vampire and that Natalie had magic. It was more of trying to figure out who murdered Rayhan's father, but without magic, which defeats the purpose of Natalie because he captured her due to her magic. We’re here for fantasy, but unfortunately it lacked that due to barely any dialogue of magic or the vampire aspect.
Rayhan could’ve been written better. I think his character threw me off the most in this story. The beginning of the book describes him as a tough dangerous vampire and then that disappears about 2-3 chapters in making him out to be too soft and caring. At one point I forgot he was a vampire because it’s not really mentioned until he’s in a fight and his wounds heal.
**SPOILERS BELOW**
I was left confused with Natalie and Rayhan’s relationship. I didn’t feel an emotional pull to them and they didn’t have any chemistry. I was hoping for tension building or slow-burn throughout the book and didn’t experience that. I was reading a chapter of them going to investigate the murder and the next thing I knew she kissed him. Which was very out of the blue and there was no sexual build up of that kiss. Their love felt forced.
Reef’s character, made me question what his relevance was in the story. I felt like he didn’t contribute anything to the story and was placed there just as a filler, which would be fine if he impacted Natalie in some way but he didn’t. He kept asking her if she was okay every other chapter which ended up causing me frustration because it was repetitive.
This book had potential because of the strong start in the first few chapters and the plot itself is decent but I can’t recommend this book. The FMC/MMC’s relationship, Rayhan's character, and lack of magic felt dull.
May 12, 2026
I was really excited to read this book because the premise sounded so fun, but now I'm just sad because I did not like it at all. Captured by the Vampire Knight is supposed this ADULT dark high stakes enemies to lovers story, but instead I was met with very clunky, juvenile, and cheesy writing.
The main gripe that I had was the characters. Previous praise painted Natalie as this fierce and intelligent female character that was 25 years old, but there was really nothing that backed up statement whatsoever. She was always painted as this small creature that needed to be protected which made her seem 17 rather than 25 years old. Not to mention we do not get anything about her background other than small, repetitive bits every chapter about how her father is ill, she needs to get back to her little sister, and that her mom who died sealed away her abundant magic. She in my opinion had no depth.
I love enemies to lovers and I didn't think this was enemies to lovers. The vampires and witches are supposed to be mortal enemies, but nothing Rayhan did to Natalie made this an enemies to lovers book. In fact, it was giving very much insta love. I just wasn't convinced that they loved each other by the end of the book. Not only that but the size difference comparisons every time they interacted continued to make me sigh constantly.
The story was okay. Like I said, the writing was pretty cheesy and there were moments that could have been a great scene if it wasn't for the cheesy writing. It didn't really reach out to me and I prefer more character forward books so the fact that the characters didn't land with me made the story not land with me either.
Overall, 2.5 stars.
The main gripe that I had was the characters. Previous praise painted Natalie as this fierce and intelligent female character that was 25 years old, but there was really nothing that backed up statement whatsoever. She was always painted as this small creature that needed to be protected which made her seem 17 rather than 25 years old. Not to mention we do not get anything about her background other than small, repetitive bits every chapter about how her father is ill, she needs to get back to her little sister, and that her mom who died sealed away her abundant magic. She in my opinion had no depth.
I love enemies to lovers and I didn't think this was enemies to lovers. The vampires and witches are supposed to be mortal enemies, but nothing Rayhan did to Natalie made this an enemies to lovers book. In fact, it was giving very much insta love. I just wasn't convinced that they loved each other by the end of the book. Not only that but the size difference comparisons every time they interacted continued to make me sigh constantly.
The story was okay. Like I said, the writing was pretty cheesy and there were moments that could have been a great scene if it wasn't for the cheesy writing. It didn't really reach out to me and I prefer more character forward books so the fact that the characters didn't land with me made the story not land with me either.
Overall, 2.5 stars.
Review of advance copy
I went into Captured by the Vampire Knight by A.N. Payton expecting a dark romance, but I didn’t expect to get so completely pulled into its shadowy grip. From the very first chapter, I felt like I was stepping into something dangerous—something I probably shouldn’t enjoy as much as I did, but couldn’t look away from.
What really hooked me was the atmosphere. It felt heavy, almost suffocating at times, in the best way possible. I loved how the tension constantly simmered beneath the surface, making every interaction feel charged and unpredictable. The Vampire Knight? Completely my weakness. Brooding, morally grey, and just the right amount of terrifying—I found myself both drawn to him and wary of him the entire time.
I also really connected with the protagonist. Her fear, confusion, and resilience felt genuine, and I appreciated that she didn’t just fall into everything easily. The relationship dynamic was intense and complicated, and I liked that it leaned into that darker, more obsessive edge rather than trying to soften it.
That said, there were a few moments where the pacing slowed down for me, and I found myself wanting certain scenes to hit just a bit harder emotionally. But honestly, it didn’t take away from how much I was enjoying the overall experience.
By the end, I was fully immersed in this dark, seductive world—and I’m still thinking about it. If you love romance that walks the line between danger and desire, this one is definitely worth picking up.
What really hooked me was the atmosphere. It felt heavy, almost suffocating at times, in the best way possible. I loved how the tension constantly simmered beneath the surface, making every interaction feel charged and unpredictable. The Vampire Knight? Completely my weakness. Brooding, morally grey, and just the right amount of terrifying—I found myself both drawn to him and wary of him the entire time.
I also really connected with the protagonist. Her fear, confusion, and resilience felt genuine, and I appreciated that she didn’t just fall into everything easily. The relationship dynamic was intense and complicated, and I liked that it leaned into that darker, more obsessive edge rather than trying to soften it.
That said, there were a few moments where the pacing slowed down for me, and I found myself wanting certain scenes to hit just a bit harder emotionally. But honestly, it didn’t take away from how much I was enjoying the overall experience.
By the end, I was fully immersed in this dark, seductive world—and I’m still thinking about it. If you love romance that walks the line between danger and desire, this one is definitely worth picking up.
May 5, 2026
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I really wanted to enjoy this one, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The biggest hurdle was the characterization; both the FMC and the MMC felt incredibly juvenile in their interactions. I found myself constantly having to remind myself that MMC was supposed to be this fearsome, powerful Vampire Knight because his actions and dialogue just didn't command that presence.
The world-building and the stakes suffered from a lack of consistency. The dichotomy of the FMC being a prisoner while simultaneously receiving all sorts of perks and special treatment completely killed the enemies to lovers angle for me. If she is the enemy and a captive, she should be treated as such to make the eventual romantic shift feel earned.
I kept waiting for the author to lean into the potential tension between Natalie and the other prisoners regarding her special food and privileges. I thought it would have been a brilliant move if the MMC was intentionally giving her perks to put a target on her back, creating a different kind of danger, but that whole plot point was largely swept under the rug. Instead, any brewing resentment was quickly resolved with brief explanations of her sharing her food, which felt like a missed opportunity for actual conflict. The dark and dangerous vibes were undercut by characters that lacked maturity and a plot that played it too safe.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I really wanted to enjoy this one, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The biggest hurdle was the characterization; both the FMC and the MMC felt incredibly juvenile in their interactions. I found myself constantly having to remind myself that MMC was supposed to be this fearsome, powerful Vampire Knight because his actions and dialogue just didn't command that presence.
The world-building and the stakes suffered from a lack of consistency. The dichotomy of the FMC being a prisoner while simultaneously receiving all sorts of perks and special treatment completely killed the enemies to lovers angle for me. If she is the enemy and a captive, she should be treated as such to make the eventual romantic shift feel earned.
I kept waiting for the author to lean into the potential tension between Natalie and the other prisoners regarding her special food and privileges. I thought it would have been a brilliant move if the MMC was intentionally giving her perks to put a target on her back, creating a different kind of danger, but that whole plot point was largely swept under the rug. Instead, any brewing resentment was quickly resolved with brief explanations of her sharing her food, which felt like a missed opportunity for actual conflict. The dark and dangerous vibes were undercut by characters that lacked maturity and a plot that played it too safe.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 6, 2026
. ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ . ݁ eARC granted via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review; Thank you to City Owl Press for the opportunity to read and review this book prior to publication! . ݁₊ ⊹ . ݁˖ .
True rating: 4.5 stars
When I say I devoured this book in one sitting with minimal breaks for food and being a person, I mean it. From around 6pm until just after 1am this book absolutely consumed me, with me wanting to continue reading to find out the mysteries that lay within. If there's anything negative to say I would say this: I feel we were thrown in extremely quickly at the beginning with very little explanation before the action started, and also I feel like the relationship between Natalie and Rayhan developed very quickly without very much pining. However that is definitely just a couple of personal preferences, and I'm sure others will love the pacing in these two cases!
Regarding the characters, I am glad the focus was placed on the main couple over others in this case, as the fact that they were working together let us learn about them more often. I appreciate that Rayhan, while a vampire, wasn't your typical black-haired purple-eyed tattooed bad boy, and showed a softer side immediately which was added to when it came to his painting. The interactions with other characters felt natural and while I feel the killer reveal wasn't unsurprising, I feel it made sense and was satisfying in my opinion!
True rating: 4.5 stars
When I say I devoured this book in one sitting with minimal breaks for food and being a person, I mean it. From around 6pm until just after 1am this book absolutely consumed me, with me wanting to continue reading to find out the mysteries that lay within. If there's anything negative to say I would say this: I feel we were thrown in extremely quickly at the beginning with very little explanation before the action started, and also I feel like the relationship between Natalie and Rayhan developed very quickly without very much pining. However that is definitely just a couple of personal preferences, and I'm sure others will love the pacing in these two cases!
Regarding the characters, I am glad the focus was placed on the main couple over others in this case, as the fact that they were working together let us learn about them more often. I appreciate that Rayhan, while a vampire, wasn't your typical black-haired purple-eyed tattooed bad boy, and showed a softer side immediately which was added to when it came to his painting. The interactions with other characters felt natural and while I feel the killer reveal wasn't unsurprising, I feel it made sense and was satisfying in my opinion!
May 14, 2026
This book was SUCH a fun ride to go on! It was an addictive read and honestly gave me exactly the dark fantasy romance vibes I was craving 🩸🖤
It had vampires, tension, obsession, danger. Also the delicious “he’s terrifying but obsessed with her” energy that I eat up EVERY single time in these books 😭 The atmosphere was so dark and immersive, and I got pulled into the world immediately. The plot building was immaculate.
The MMC??? Yeah, I folded instantly. He was protective, possessive and deadly to everyone else but soft around her. Say less. The chemistry between the mmc & fmc was intense from the start and every scene together had me kicking my feet and giggling while also slightly fearing for her life LOL
I also loved the mix of the story building, romance, and emotional moments. It wasn’t just spicy vampire content ( although i wouldnt even complain) .there was actual tension and character development. Along with vulnerability. It was all underneath all the darkness, which made me even more invested in their relationship. The slow burn was worth it
This was SO addictive. The push and pull and the danger had me giggling and also scared. the obsession… literally everything I want in a paranormal/dark romantasy romance.
If you love:
🩸 vampires
🩸 dark romantasy
🩸 possessive MMCs
🩸 enemies-to-lovers vibes
🩸 “who did this to you?” energy
🩸 dangerous protective men
🩸 gothic atmosphere & tension
PLEASE READ THIS
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
It had vampires, tension, obsession, danger. Also the delicious “he’s terrifying but obsessed with her” energy that I eat up EVERY single time in these books 😭 The atmosphere was so dark and immersive, and I got pulled into the world immediately. The plot building was immaculate.
The MMC??? Yeah, I folded instantly. He was protective, possessive and deadly to everyone else but soft around her. Say less. The chemistry between the mmc & fmc was intense from the start and every scene together had me kicking my feet and giggling while also slightly fearing for her life LOL
I also loved the mix of the story building, romance, and emotional moments. It wasn’t just spicy vampire content ( although i wouldnt even complain) .there was actual tension and character development. Along with vulnerability. It was all underneath all the darkness, which made me even more invested in their relationship. The slow burn was worth it
This was SO addictive. The push and pull and the danger had me giggling and also scared. the obsession… literally everything I want in a paranormal/dark romantasy romance.
If you love:
🩸 vampires
🩸 dark romantasy
🩸 possessive MMCs
🩸 enemies-to-lovers vibes
🩸 “who did this to you?” energy
🩸 dangerous protective men
🩸 gothic atmosphere & tension
PLEASE READ THIS
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 5, 2026
Captured by the Vampire Knight is a dark, tension filled paranormal romance that blends mystery, magic, and a slow burn enemies to lovers dynamic.
From the beginning the atmosphere is heavy. The world feels dangerous and unforgiving, and that constant sense of unease adds to the story’s pull. It’s not a light fantasy.....there’s a darker tone throughout that keeps the stakes high.
Natalie isn’t perfect or overly powerful. She’s dealing with grief, fear, and the pressure of protecting her family, all while trying to control magic she barely understands. Her emotional responses felt authentic, which made it easy to connect with her.
Rayhan is controlled, cold, and driven by vengeance, but as the story progresses, more layers are revealed. His dynamic with Natalie develops gradually, shifting from distrust into something more complicated. The slow build worked well and made their connection feel earned.
The murder investigation adds a strong backbone to the story. While the romance and character tension are the main draw, the mystery keeps the plot moving and adds intrigue.
The pacing has a few slower moments, but overall the story remains engaging. The combination of dark magic, emotional tension, and evolving relationships makes this a compelling start to the series.
From the beginning the atmosphere is heavy. The world feels dangerous and unforgiving, and that constant sense of unease adds to the story’s pull. It’s not a light fantasy.....there’s a darker tone throughout that keeps the stakes high.
Natalie isn’t perfect or overly powerful. She’s dealing with grief, fear, and the pressure of protecting her family, all while trying to control magic she barely understands. Her emotional responses felt authentic, which made it easy to connect with her.
Rayhan is controlled, cold, and driven by vengeance, but as the story progresses, more layers are revealed. His dynamic with Natalie develops gradually, shifting from distrust into something more complicated. The slow build worked well and made their connection feel earned.
The murder investigation adds a strong backbone to the story. While the romance and character tension are the main draw, the mystery keeps the plot moving and adds intrigue.
The pacing has a few slower moments, but overall the story remains engaging. The combination of dark magic, emotional tension, and evolving relationships makes this a compelling start to the series.
May 17, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of Captured by the Vampire Knight (Eternal Alliances, Book 1) by A.N. Payton in exchange for an honest review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars)
I found this to be a really fun, easy read that pulled me in right away. The story takes place in a world where witches and vampires have been at war for countless years. Our FMC, Natalie, is taken prisoner by Rayhan, the Vampire King’s knight, after the mysterious death of his father. Rayhan believes Natalie’s powers may help uncover what truly happened, and that sets the story in motion.
I absolutely lived for the push and pull between Natalie and Rayhan. They had an immediate connection that both of them tried desperately to deny, which made their chemistry so entertaining to read. Their relationship starts with a lot of mistrust — I mean, he literally kidnaps her in front of her sister — but it’s mixed with possessive, moody vampire vibes that I will honestly never get tired of. Vampires will always pull me in, and Rayhan definitely delivered on that front.
My biggest critique is that I was hoping for a little more world building. Since this is the first book in a series, I’m feeling positive that the world and lore will expand more in book two. Overall, though, I had a great time with this one and will definitely be continuing the series
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars)
I found this to be a really fun, easy read that pulled me in right away. The story takes place in a world where witches and vampires have been at war for countless years. Our FMC, Natalie, is taken prisoner by Rayhan, the Vampire King’s knight, after the mysterious death of his father. Rayhan believes Natalie’s powers may help uncover what truly happened, and that sets the story in motion.
I absolutely lived for the push and pull between Natalie and Rayhan. They had an immediate connection that both of them tried desperately to deny, which made their chemistry so entertaining to read. Their relationship starts with a lot of mistrust — I mean, he literally kidnaps her in front of her sister — but it’s mixed with possessive, moody vampire vibes that I will honestly never get tired of. Vampires will always pull me in, and Rayhan definitely delivered on that front.
My biggest critique is that I was hoping for a little more world building. Since this is the first book in a series, I’m feeling positive that the world and lore will expand more in book two. Overall, though, I had a great time with this one and will definitely be continuing the series
May 15, 2026
*eARC from netgalley - Thank you so much !*
3,5⭐️
Content warning: the book contains a lot of description of gross stuff (gore, blood and so on), so if that triggers you, this might not be it for you.
Writing:
I was immediatly pulled in!! The writing was beautiful and detailed, and i could really feel, smell and hear the world through the pages.
Characters:
I loved how the mmc was a mix between golden retriever vibe and morally grey in the beginning 😌 I loved the tension between the two main characters, even though it was close to instant love, which im not always a fan of. I liked the spice, but not how the intimacy was bit out of place at times. I also unfortunately didn't connect with his nickname for her ("girl"), but i still loved that he called her something besides her name! I would have loved a more personal or teasing one, like "little witch".
Plot:
It was interesting to see a mix of Witches, Vampires, royalty and a Murder mystery. It worked really well in terms of fantasy. I however, needed some more description or focus on the terms "vampire" or "knight", because i kept forgetting that they were suppose to be that. I really love blood lust, smelling her, loss if control and so on - and i don't think we got a lot of that.
It would also have been interesting to know more about the history and the war between witches and vampires, because i really liked the whole worldbuilding.
Overall, I was entertained and it was a fast good read!
3,5⭐️
Content warning: the book contains a lot of description of gross stuff (gore, blood and so on), so if that triggers you, this might not be it for you.
Writing:
I was immediatly pulled in!! The writing was beautiful and detailed, and i could really feel, smell and hear the world through the pages.
Characters:
I loved how the mmc was a mix between golden retriever vibe and morally grey in the beginning 😌 I loved the tension between the two main characters, even though it was close to instant love, which im not always a fan of. I liked the spice, but not how the intimacy was bit out of place at times. I also unfortunately didn't connect with his nickname for her ("girl"), but i still loved that he called her something besides her name! I would have loved a more personal or teasing one, like "little witch".
Plot:
It was interesting to see a mix of Witches, Vampires, royalty and a Murder mystery. It worked really well in terms of fantasy. I however, needed some more description or focus on the terms "vampire" or "knight", because i kept forgetting that they were suppose to be that. I really love blood lust, smelling her, loss if control and so on - and i don't think we got a lot of that.
It would also have been interesting to know more about the history and the war between witches and vampires, because i really liked the whole worldbuilding.
Overall, I was entertained and it was a fast good read!
May 20, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Ready for the rest of this series!!
Captured by the Vampire Knight by A.N. Payton was such a fun, addictive vampire romance read. From the very first chapter, the story throws you straight into the chaos and honestly… I was hooked immediately. Between the kidnappings, escape attempts, mystery, action, and spice, there was always something happening that kept me turning the pages.
Rayhan absolutely delivers on the brooding, morally gray vampire energy, and the dark atmosphere throughout the book made everything feel tense and dangerous in the best way. I also appreciated Natalie’s resilience and the way she handled herself in such an intense situation.
While I did feel like the emotional connection between Natalie and Rayhan could have been developed a little more, I still really enjoyed the storyline, the twists, and the darker obsessive romance dynamic.
Overall, this was an entertaining enemies-to-lovers vampire romance with plenty of tension, danger, and spice. If you enjoy dark paranormal romance with morally gray vampires and high-stakes tension, this one is definitely worth checking out.
Really grateful to City Owl Press and NetGalley for this read and this review is my honest opinion.
Captured by the Vampire Knight by A.N. Payton was such a fun, addictive vampire romance read. From the very first chapter, the story throws you straight into the chaos and honestly… I was hooked immediately. Between the kidnappings, escape attempts, mystery, action, and spice, there was always something happening that kept me turning the pages.
Rayhan absolutely delivers on the brooding, morally gray vampire energy, and the dark atmosphere throughout the book made everything feel tense and dangerous in the best way. I also appreciated Natalie’s resilience and the way she handled herself in such an intense situation.
While I did feel like the emotional connection between Natalie and Rayhan could have been developed a little more, I still really enjoyed the storyline, the twists, and the darker obsessive romance dynamic.
Overall, this was an entertaining enemies-to-lovers vampire romance with plenty of tension, danger, and spice. If you enjoy dark paranormal romance with morally gray vampires and high-stakes tension, this one is definitely worth checking out.
Really grateful to City Owl Press and NetGalley for this read and this review is my honest opinion.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Vampires and Witches? Yes! Let's go!
Natalie is taken from her family home by Vampire Knight Rayhan (a redhead, which we love) and pulled into a murder investigation to uncover who killed his father.
As a witch Natalie’s magic is unpredictable but we can already feel there's some major power hidden away. She is shadowed by a large, ghostly phantom, which was a super intriguing concept.
I did find the story leaned more heavily into the murder mystery than the magic. I would have loved a bit more focus on the danger and tension of their relationship as well. Given he’s a vampire, it sometimes felt like he could have been any other magical being without much changing.
That said, the pacing kept me hooked. There’s plenty of investigation, suspect questioning, and twists to keep the mystery engaging throughout.
I did find the time period slightly confusing. It had a fantasy feel overall, but modern terms like coroner and lab pulled me out of that setting a little.
Overall, if you enjoy a solid murder mystery with a touch of magic and romance, this is definitely one to pick up.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Natalie is taken from her family home by Vampire Knight Rayhan (a redhead, which we love) and pulled into a murder investigation to uncover who killed his father.
As a witch Natalie’s magic is unpredictable but we can already feel there's some major power hidden away. She is shadowed by a large, ghostly phantom, which was a super intriguing concept.
I did find the story leaned more heavily into the murder mystery than the magic. I would have loved a bit more focus on the danger and tension of their relationship as well. Given he’s a vampire, it sometimes felt like he could have been any other magical being without much changing.
That said, the pacing kept me hooked. There’s plenty of investigation, suspect questioning, and twists to keep the mystery engaging throughout.
I did find the time period slightly confusing. It had a fantasy feel overall, but modern terms like coroner and lab pulled me out of that setting a little.
Overall, if you enjoy a solid murder mystery with a touch of magic and romance, this is definitely one to pick up.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
May 8, 2026
I gave Captured by the Vampire Knight 3 stars. While I enjoyed parts of the story, it felt much more aimed towards a YA audience than adult romantasy readers. The writing is very easy to follow, and both the characters and overall plot felt quite young in tone and behaviour.
For a fantasy/romantasy, I was expecting more depth in the world-building and more complexity from the characters. The enemies-to-lovers trope also didn’t fully land for me. While there are elements of it, the MMC is quite soft from the beginning and seems interested in the FMC almost immediately. Personally, when I pick up an enemies-to-lovers romance, I expect genuine hatred, tension, and the feeling that they might actually try to kill each other before the romance develops.
That said, I do think this would make a good introduction to romantasy for YA readers or for people who are newer to the genre. The story has potential, and with this being the first book in a series, I can definitely see room for growth in both the author’s writing and the wider story going forward.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced reader copy.
For a fantasy/romantasy, I was expecting more depth in the world-building and more complexity from the characters. The enemies-to-lovers trope also didn’t fully land for me. While there are elements of it, the MMC is quite soft from the beginning and seems interested in the FMC almost immediately. Personally, when I pick up an enemies-to-lovers romance, I expect genuine hatred, tension, and the feeling that they might actually try to kill each other before the romance develops.
That said, I do think this would make a good introduction to romantasy for YA readers or for people who are newer to the genre. The story has potential, and with this being the first book in a series, I can definitely see room for growth in both the author’s writing and the wider story going forward.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced reader copy.
June 18, 2026
This was a difficult one to rate.
The worldbuilding was amazing and one of those books where, when you are reading, you are picturing the scene in your mind perfectly.
There is a wide range of characters with a mix of personalities, and throughout the chapters, you will come across some favourites (Reek, you were my fav). Despite a wide range, it was easy to keep track of. There is a good mix of humour and protectiveness.
The writing flows well, and I felt the chapters were flying by. I enjoyed the plot regarding who the murderer was, and it was written well.
However, the enemies-to-lovers was not strong and right from the start, I felt the MMC was showing kindness straight away. I also did not enjoy the way he said "girl" multiple times regarding the FMC. For me, the enemies-to-lovers felt completely flat, and I didn't feel like we got to experience that intense burning.
The plot was great, but it did not amaze me. However, I do plan to read the next in the series.
The worldbuilding was amazing and one of those books where, when you are reading, you are picturing the scene in your mind perfectly.
There is a wide range of characters with a mix of personalities, and throughout the chapters, you will come across some favourites (Reek, you were my fav). Despite a wide range, it was easy to keep track of. There is a good mix of humour and protectiveness.
The writing flows well, and I felt the chapters were flying by. I enjoyed the plot regarding who the murderer was, and it was written well.
However, the enemies-to-lovers was not strong and right from the start, I felt the MMC was showing kindness straight away. I also did not enjoy the way he said "girl" multiple times regarding the FMC. For me, the enemies-to-lovers felt completely flat, and I didn't feel like we got to experience that intense burning.
The plot was great, but it did not amaze me. However, I do plan to read the next in the series.
April 30, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley and City Owl Press for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
A vampire and a witch? Ooh, yes, please! But this one just didn’t quite hit for me.
The premise is there, but the pacing threw me off. This book has supernatural intrigue, enemies-to-lovers, and a murder mystery thrown into the mix. And yes, technically, it is a mystery — there’s a lot of investigating, questioning, and talking to suspects. But instead of tension building, the story seems to get stuck in long, detailed descriptions that stall everything.
The vampire is pretty forgettable. He doesn’t feel dangerous. And the romance misses — there’s no tension building, and then suddenly the relationship moves forward, and it’s like “wait — what just happened?” With no emotional payoff.
The last 20% of the book does improve; the pacing tightens up, and things begin to happen. So if you’re totally into vampire and witch vibes, you may want to try this one.
A vampire and a witch? Ooh, yes, please! But this one just didn’t quite hit for me.
The premise is there, but the pacing threw me off. This book has supernatural intrigue, enemies-to-lovers, and a murder mystery thrown into the mix. And yes, technically, it is a mystery — there’s a lot of investigating, questioning, and talking to suspects. But instead of tension building, the story seems to get stuck in long, detailed descriptions that stall everything.
The vampire is pretty forgettable. He doesn’t feel dangerous. And the romance misses — there’s no tension building, and then suddenly the relationship moves forward, and it’s like “wait — what just happened?” With no emotional payoff.
The last 20% of the book does improve; the pacing tightens up, and things begin to happen. So if you’re totally into vampire and witch vibes, you may want to try this one.
May 5, 2026
4 ⭐️
Thank you NetGalley and Owl City Press for the ARC!
I went in expecting dark romance… and got completely consumed 🩸
✨ Vibes: dark, suffocating atmosphere + constant tension
🖤 MMC: broody, morally grey, slightly terrifying (my weakness)
🔥 Trope check: enemies → something way more dangerous
💫 FMC: resilient, emotional, actually struggles (we love to see it)
This book is ALL about that push-pull between danger and desire. Every interaction feels charged, every secret raises the stakes, and the slow unraveling of the hero?? chef’s kiss.
There’s mystery, forbidden romance, unstable magic, and a relationship that leans obsessive in the best way.
Only small gripe: pacing dips a bit in places BUT honestly, I was too hooked to care.
If you like:
🩸 dark paranormal romance
🩸 broody vampire men
🩸 tension you could cut with a knife
🩸 high stakes + emotional damage
…you’ll eat this up. I’m still thinking about it.
Thank you NetGalley and Owl City Press for the ARC!
I went in expecting dark romance… and got completely consumed 🩸
✨ Vibes: dark, suffocating atmosphere + constant tension
🖤 MMC: broody, morally grey, slightly terrifying (my weakness)
🔥 Trope check: enemies → something way more dangerous
💫 FMC: resilient, emotional, actually struggles (we love to see it)
This book is ALL about that push-pull between danger and desire. Every interaction feels charged, every secret raises the stakes, and the slow unraveling of the hero?? chef’s kiss.
There’s mystery, forbidden romance, unstable magic, and a relationship that leans obsessive in the best way.
Only small gripe: pacing dips a bit in places BUT honestly, I was too hooked to care.
If you like:
🩸 dark paranormal romance
🩸 broody vampire men
🩸 tension you could cut with a knife
🩸 high stakes + emotional damage
…you’ll eat this up. I’m still thinking about it.
May 19, 2026
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Captured by the Vampire Knight was a really fun read! Vampires and witches have been at war for two hundred years. Natalie is a headstrong witch who is captured by Rayhan, a powerful vampire, when he and the king were part of a raid on her village.
Rayhan is intrigued by Natalie’s magic, which he wants her to use to help solve the mystery of his father’s murder, while Natalie is desperate to help her own ailing father and young sister. Together Rayhan and Natalie must traverse being on opposite sides of a longstanding war, unravelling a mystery and discovering love.
I thought the story was strong right from the start and kept a good pace throughout the book. There were a fair few twists and turns that kept me engaged throughout the book. I especially loved Rayhan’s character, who was gruff but sweet.
If you like a good mystery with a world and magic system that is easy to dive into, you will really enjoy this book.
Captured by the Vampire Knight was a really fun read! Vampires and witches have been at war for two hundred years. Natalie is a headstrong witch who is captured by Rayhan, a powerful vampire, when he and the king were part of a raid on her village.
Rayhan is intrigued by Natalie’s magic, which he wants her to use to help solve the mystery of his father’s murder, while Natalie is desperate to help her own ailing father and young sister. Together Rayhan and Natalie must traverse being on opposite sides of a longstanding war, unravelling a mystery and discovering love.
I thought the story was strong right from the start and kept a good pace throughout the book. There were a fair few twists and turns that kept me engaged throughout the book. I especially loved Rayhan’s character, who was gruff but sweet.
If you like a good mystery with a world and magic system that is easy to dive into, you will really enjoy this book.
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