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The Jago Legacy #3
Darkness Unchained
1922, Cornwall, England
Could the maddest, baddest, sexiest Jago of them all really be back?
Growing up in the shadows of the Drakensberg mountains, ever since she can remember, Annie van der Merwe has envisioned a golden eyed man she calls Uther. Now, half way across the world, in a beautiful cliff top mansion known as Tenebris, Annie comes face to face with the embodiment of her visions.
Torn body and soul between mesmerising nobleman Uther Jago and his brooding brother Nicca, headstrong Annie must face the awful legacy of the Jagos. Lust, betrayal and a darkness older than time await her if she remains within the encircling walls of Tenebris.
Only in sultry South Africa can Annie hope to conquer the darkness borne in blood and bone that threatens to destroy them all. But once the Jago darkness has been unleashed, can it ever be vanquished?
Could the maddest, baddest, sexiest Jago of them all really be back?
Growing up in the shadows of the Drakensberg mountains, ever since she can remember, Annie van der Merwe has envisioned a golden eyed man she calls Uther. Now, half way across the world, in a beautiful cliff top mansion known as Tenebris, Annie comes face to face with the embodiment of her visions.
Torn body and soul between mesmerising nobleman Uther Jago and his brooding brother Nicca, headstrong Annie must face the awful legacy of the Jagos. Lust, betrayal and a darkness older than time await her if she remains within the encircling walls of Tenebris.
Only in sultry South Africa can Annie hope to conquer the darkness borne in blood and bone that threatens to destroy them all. But once the Jago darkness has been unleashed, can it ever be vanquished?
164 pages, ebook
First published October 1, 2014
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About the author
Jane Godman
84 books317 followersJANE GODMAN is a 2019 Romantic Novelists’ Award and National Readers’ Choice Award winner and double Daphne du Maurier Award finalist. She writes thrillers for Harlequin Romantic Suspense/Mills and Boon Heroes and also writes paranormal romance. She self publishes her historical and gothic stories.
Jane was born in Scotland and, throughout her childhood, lived in Germany, Wales, Malta, South Africa, and England. Although she still gets the urge to travel, these days she tends to head for a Spanish beach, or a European city that is steeped in history.
When she isn’t reading or writing romance, Jane enjoys cooking, spending time with her family, and enjoying the antics of her dogs, Gravy and Vera.
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Jane was born in Scotland and, throughout her childhood, lived in Germany, Wales, Malta, South Africa, and England. Although she still gets the urge to travel, these days she tends to head for a Spanish beach, or a European city that is steeped in history.
When she isn’t reading or writing romance, Jane enjoys cooking, spending time with her family, and enjoying the antics of her dogs, Gravy and Vera.
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Website: http://janegodmanauthor.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaneGodman?lang=e...
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July 1, 2019
3.5 stars
My eyeballs were glued to the screen but not for the romance. The plotline of this paranormal romantic suspense, set during 1922 in England and South Africa, contained twists and turns. Some of which caught me unawares and some I'd guessed correctly. The first half possessed a tone reminiscent of the two earlier books in the series. I think it helps if one has read the previous novels because this final installment mentions the main characters from the prior two, tying the past with the present and explaining the origin of the Jago legacy.
Annie was a saucy and stubborn heroine. I liked her, but lost some respect for her since she obsessed over the other man for soooo long. (She even had a plausible excuse, but I still didn't like it.) Described as the strongest of the female heroines in the series, she had the hardest time getting over her infatuation. The hero was also very yummy—oh la la!—so I was frustrated with reading about her hard-on for the OM. We didn't get enough of the hero and his romance with Annie, which was great when it finally started.
Most fans of paranormal romantic suspense will probably lap this up. I just prefer the romantic relationship to be as equally focused on as the suspense. Still a good end to the "Jago Legacy Series"!
My eyeballs were glued to the screen but not for the romance. The plotline of this paranormal romantic suspense, set during 1922 in England and South Africa, contained twists and turns. Some of which caught me unawares and some I'd guessed correctly. The first half possessed a tone reminiscent of the two earlier books in the series. I think it helps if one has read the previous novels because this final installment mentions the main characters from the prior two, tying the past with the present and explaining the origin of the Jago legacy.
Annie was a saucy and stubborn heroine. I liked her, but lost some respect for her since she obsessed over the other man for soooo long. (She even had a plausible excuse, but I still didn't like it.) Described as the strongest of the female heroines in the series, she had the hardest time getting over her infatuation. The hero was also very yummy—oh la la!—so I was frustrated with reading about her hard-on for the OM. We didn't get enough of the hero and his romance with Annie, which was great when it finally started.
Most fans of paranormal romantic suspense will probably lap this up. I just prefer the romantic relationship to be as equally focused on as the suspense. Still a good end to the "Jago Legacy Series"!
August 25, 2016
It's too bad the word possession doesn't have fewer syllables. Why, you ask? It's because I kept wanting to sing the lyrics to Old MacDonald by replacing the animal sounds with the word possession - i.e. a possession here and a possession there, here a possession, there a possession...but it doesn't fit. Too many letters and some other nonsense.
A LOT OF DAMN PEOPLE WERE POSSESSED. Call in the exorcist, stat.
Weird times, people. Weird times.
I'm not sure how much I actually liked Darkness Unchained but I'll give bonus points for the South African touches. The story, setting and characters were some of the most unique I'd read in a while.
The mystery surrounding Uther and all his nonsense should have been expanded upon. This is one instance where a shorter story didn't fully work for me because I never attached to the female lead, making the intensity with Uther (and then later another character) not as appealing as it could have been.
But the story wasn't a bad read, if a bit odd. I could think of worse ways to waste an afternoon.
A LOT OF DAMN PEOPLE WERE POSSESSED. Call in the exorcist, stat.
Weird times, people. Weird times.
I'm not sure how much I actually liked Darkness Unchained but I'll give bonus points for the South African touches. The story, setting and characters were some of the most unique I'd read in a while.
The mystery surrounding Uther and all his nonsense should have been expanded upon. This is one instance where a shorter story didn't fully work for me because I never attached to the female lead, making the intensity with Uther (and then later another character) not as appealing as it could have been.
But the story wasn't a bad read, if a bit odd. I could think of worse ways to waste an afternoon.
October 28, 2014
4.5 stars. Loved the unique setting and story in this one! A very engaging read!
October 31, 2014
This is the third book in Jane Godman's Jago Legacy Series, a series I've really enjoyed. Godman has stayed true to the gothic tradition while bringing a fresh approach with her strong female leads. And Annie, the heroine in this book, doesn't disappoint. She is a tough talking South African with a temper.
Having read a few extracts prior to this book's publication, I was intrigued at the idea of Uther Jago 'coming back'. And quite excited (Uther is one of the hottest characters I've come across in a long time).
This was a great book, which is what I've come to expect from this author. Her story telling is excellent, use of language is truly gothic in its poetic description and mood swings from dark to light and there are plenty of twists and turns. The setting was beautiful as always and, as the scene switched to South Africa, it became quite breath taking. I really did feel transported.
All in all, this was a great way to end an enjoyable series. It's sad to say goodbye to those kooky Jagos, but I'm looking forward to reading more of Jane Godman's gothics.
Having read a few extracts prior to this book's publication, I was intrigued at the idea of Uther Jago 'coming back'. And quite excited (Uther is one of the hottest characters I've come across in a long time).
This was a great book, which is what I've come to expect from this author. Her story telling is excellent, use of language is truly gothic in its poetic description and mood swings from dark to light and there are plenty of twists and turns. The setting was beautiful as always and, as the scene switched to South Africa, it became quite breath taking. I really did feel transported.
All in all, this was a great way to end an enjoyable series. It's sad to say goodbye to those kooky Jagos, but I'm looking forward to reading more of Jane Godman's gothics.
April 17, 2020
Great book
I highly recommend this series by Jane Godman. I love the gothic setting of the story and the best ending to a story.
I highly recommend this series by Jane Godman. I love the gothic setting of the story and the best ending to a story.
November 8, 2014
This was definately a unique story. I have to saythat I was really taken by the numerous storylines that were unfolding and just how manny of them were unfolding. However, I just thought the pacing of the story was a bit slow, I thought so much time and page space was spent on describing the landscape and those dreams, that very little was spent on the development of the story. However, I did like the story, and I think that it really was a good one for this kind of anthology.
December 6, 2014
It took me a wee while to get into this tale but once I did, it really took hold.
March 30, 2016
Enjoyed
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