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Bonds #2
Broken Bonds
The vampire is entombed. The witch is safe. The ultimate test is yet to come.
After surviving torture at the hands of Antony Cardover, reluctant witch, Becca Martin, finds herself alone and struggling to come to terms with the death of her mother. Not only that, but she must find a way to keep the promise she made to Antony - to find a way to break his vampire curse.
Out of options and against the advice of those closest to her, Becca embarks on a mission to free Antony once more, for he is the only one who can help find the object of her quest.
Ebenezer Lightwoller, the warlock who cursed Antony, has a past both tragic and horrific. Cursed himself due to the actions of his only child, he turned his back on redemption, choosing to follow a darker path instead.
When Becca finds her life hanging in the balance once more, a new-found ally steps in to save her, leaving Antony with no option but to help Becca.
Together they embark on a journey to break Antony's curse, but as the options are revealed, Becca is forced to make the biggest decision of her life.
When presented with an impossible choice, will Becca keep her promise to someone who would rather see her dead, or are some promises meant to be broken?
Broken Bonds is the second volume in the time travelling horror fantasy Bonds series.
If you like True Blood, A Discovery of Witches and Outlander , then you will love Marie Anne Cope's supernatural fantasy series, set against both contemporary and historical backdrops.
BUY Broken Bonds to continue the story of Antony and Becca today!
After surviving torture at the hands of Antony Cardover, reluctant witch, Becca Martin, finds herself alone and struggling to come to terms with the death of her mother. Not only that, but she must find a way to keep the promise she made to Antony - to find a way to break his vampire curse.
Out of options and against the advice of those closest to her, Becca embarks on a mission to free Antony once more, for he is the only one who can help find the object of her quest.
Ebenezer Lightwoller, the warlock who cursed Antony, has a past both tragic and horrific. Cursed himself due to the actions of his only child, he turned his back on redemption, choosing to follow a darker path instead.
When Becca finds her life hanging in the balance once more, a new-found ally steps in to save her, leaving Antony with no option but to help Becca.
Together they embark on a journey to break Antony's curse, but as the options are revealed, Becca is forced to make the biggest decision of her life.
When presented with an impossible choice, will Becca keep her promise to someone who would rather see her dead, or are some promises meant to be broken?
Broken Bonds is the second volume in the time travelling horror fantasy Bonds series.
If you like True Blood, A Discovery of Witches and Outlander , then you will love Marie Anne Cope's supernatural fantasy series, set against both contemporary and historical backdrops.
BUY Broken Bonds to continue the story of Antony and Becca today!
318 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 31, 2015
About the author
Marie Anne Cope
11 books61 followersMarie Anne Cope is a captivating voice in supernatural and thriller fiction, known for blending dark, provocative themes with storytelling that hooks readers from the very first page. Originally from Manchester and now living in the picturesque landscapes of North Wales with her three feline companions—Jasmine, Texas, and Stoker—Marie’s work takes readers into shadowy worlds where suspense, fear, and emotion collide.
Marie burst onto the literary scene in 2013 with her debut novel, Bonds, the first in her acclaimed supernatural series. With follow-up instalments—Broken Bonds, Bonds Re-Bound, and Eternal Bonds—Marie has firmly established herself as a tour de force in supernatural fiction, seamlessly blending romance, danger, and the dark unknown.
Marie’s talent for complex characters and razor-sharp tension took a new turn with The Ellie Lawrence supernatural crime thriller series. Ellie is a private investigator and werewolf who tackles both real-world crimes and supernatural mysteries, blending suspense with dark, paranormal intrigue. Fans of supernatural thrillers and gripping crime stories will find themselves captivated by Ellie’s journey.
Beyond long-form fiction, Marie has earned a reputation for delivering bite-sized horror with her Tales From A Scarygirl short story collections. In 2024, she surprised her fans by venturing into contemporary romance with Chasing Rainbows, a heartfelt tale of Jessie Ellis rebuilding her life and finding an unexpected second chance at love.
Writing under the pen name M A Cope, Marie has also created The Misfits, an enchanting series for younger readers, where a quirky group of supernatural friends embark on life-affirming adventures.
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Awards & Achievements
• Winner, Murder Mystery Competition, Wrexham's Carnival of Words (2025) - One Haunted Night
• Finalist, Golden Stake Literary Award at the International Vampire Film & Arts Festival (2020) for Bonds
• Winner, Short Story Competition, Wrexham’s Carnival of Words “2017) – Two Days (Romance)
• Quarter-Finalist, Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award (2012) for Bonds
Marie burst onto the literary scene in 2013 with her debut novel, Bonds, the first in her acclaimed supernatural series. With follow-up instalments—Broken Bonds, Bonds Re-Bound, and Eternal Bonds—Marie has firmly established herself as a tour de force in supernatural fiction, seamlessly blending romance, danger, and the dark unknown.
Marie’s talent for complex characters and razor-sharp tension took a new turn with The Ellie Lawrence supernatural crime thriller series. Ellie is a private investigator and werewolf who tackles both real-world crimes and supernatural mysteries, blending suspense with dark, paranormal intrigue. Fans of supernatural thrillers and gripping crime stories will find themselves captivated by Ellie’s journey.
Beyond long-form fiction, Marie has earned a reputation for delivering bite-sized horror with her Tales From A Scarygirl short story collections. In 2024, she surprised her fans by venturing into contemporary romance with Chasing Rainbows, a heartfelt tale of Jessie Ellis rebuilding her life and finding an unexpected second chance at love.
Writing under the pen name M A Cope, Marie has also created The Misfits, an enchanting series for younger readers, where a quirky group of supernatural friends embark on life-affirming adventures.
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Awards & Achievements
• Winner, Murder Mystery Competition, Wrexham's Carnival of Words (2025) - One Haunted Night
• Finalist, Golden Stake Literary Award at the International Vampire Film & Arts Festival (2020) for Bonds
• Winner, Short Story Competition, Wrexham’s Carnival of Words “2017) – Two Days (Romance)
• Quarter-Finalist, Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award (2012) for Bonds
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Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
July 5, 2019
A great sequel
This is the second instalment of the Bonds series and in my opinion it is the better one. I loved the development of the characters and the intricately woven storyline. The author really seems to have found her voice in this book too. Loved it, and can’t wait for the next.
This is the second instalment of the Bonds series and in my opinion it is the better one. I loved the development of the characters and the intricately woven storyline. The author really seems to have found her voice in this book too. Loved it, and can’t wait for the next.
October 21, 2022
Yep, still loving this series!
Avoiding spoilers gets harder as a series progresses, so I'll just share a few thoughts...
1. Ebenezer gives me major "Gold" vibes (the Rumplestiltskin character from Once Upon A Time). I think it's all the deals and "dearie"s!
2. We have a new supernatural character in this book and she is brilliant and fiesty!
3. It's really interesting to see how Becca and Antony's relationship is evolving, but that ending...! I'm going to have to go straight into Book 3 now!
Oh and
4. Jakes is back and he's still all caring and fatherly.
And
5. Spooks just gets better and better. Love that cat!
I highly recommend this series!
Avoiding spoilers gets harder as a series progresses, so I'll just share a few thoughts...
1. Ebenezer gives me major "Gold" vibes (the Rumplestiltskin character from Once Upon A Time). I think it's all the deals and "dearie"s!
2. We have a new supernatural character in this book and she is brilliant and fiesty!
3. It's really interesting to see how Becca and Antony's relationship is evolving, but that ending...! I'm going to have to go straight into Book 3 now!
Oh and
4. Jakes is back and he's still all caring and fatherly.
And
5. Spooks just gets better and better. Love that cat!
I highly recommend this series!
June 28, 2023
I like the overall story, but I just struggle with the age gap between the female character, and some of the other male characters.
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