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Vanguard Elite #3
Blind Wolf Bluff
Someone is killing young women in Chicago.
When the FBI’s investigation stalls out, they take a risk and ask the Vanguard wolf pack for help.
The pack sends for their trainee at bootcamp, Blain.
He may be blind, but he’s more perceptive than most, and his skills haven’t gone unnoticed.
With heightened senses and a super nose, he’s anything but helpless. At least, until he meets Special Agent Camp.
Unlike most females, she treats him as an equal.
She works hard and pushes him to his limits.
Camp’s independent streak and determination to protect the innocent sparks frustrated admiration in Blain.
As they track the killer across the county, Blain’s protective instincts kick into overdrive.
His fierce huntress is determined to chase a mad predator, and it’s up to him to ensure she doesn’t become the prey.
When the FBI’s investigation stalls out, they take a risk and ask the Vanguard wolf pack for help.
The pack sends for their trainee at bootcamp, Blain.
He may be blind, but he’s more perceptive than most, and his skills haven’t gone unnoticed.
With heightened senses and a super nose, he’s anything but helpless. At least, until he meets Special Agent Camp.
Unlike most females, she treats him as an equal.
She works hard and pushes him to his limits.
Camp’s independent streak and determination to protect the innocent sparks frustrated admiration in Blain.
As they track the killer across the county, Blain’s protective instincts kick into overdrive.
His fierce huntress is determined to chase a mad predator, and it’s up to him to ensure she doesn’t become the prey.
320 pages, Paperback
Published January 1, 2016
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Annie Nicholas
72 books1,133 followersAnnie Nicholas hibernates in the rural, green mountains of Vermont where she dreams of different worlds, heroes, and heroines. When spring arrives the stories pour from her, in hopes to share them with the masses one day.
Mother, daughter, wife are some of the hats she happily wears while trudging after her cubs through the hills and dales. The four seasons an inspiration and muse.
Mother, daughter, wife are some of the hats she happily wears while trudging after her cubs through the hills and dales. The four seasons an inspiration and muse.
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May 26, 2016
Incredible mystery story filled with danger, humor and passion!!
Someone is killing young women in Chicago. When the Vanguard pack is asked to assist with the investigation, they call on a trainee at their boot camp who is blind and whose nose has “superpowers”. Blain isn’t sure what to expect when he is told to pack up and visit the Vanguard pack. One thing he figures out quickly is that the lead investigator Agent Sonya Camp is making his wolf try to claw his way out. Also, an unknown shifter was at the scene of the crime. If a shifter was the killer it could setback shifter-human relations.
As Blain joins the Vanguard pack for the evening he can sense who is shifter or vampire, who lifts weights, who works with delicate items with his hands, and that one of the females is pregnant. This impresses the pack with his skills.
Sonya has worked twice as hard to make it as a woman in the FBI. She became FBI because her sister was abducted and killed similar to the girls in this case. She has to request Blain not “sniff her” in the presence of the team. The district supervisor William, doesn’t like free agents and lets Sonya know he does not approve of her or her tactics. Then police chief calls to say another girl has been taken.
This story provides mystery, danger, humor and passion in this tale of two people trying to find their way in the world and with each other.
*A complimentary copy was given in exchange for an honest review*
Someone is killing young women in Chicago. When the Vanguard pack is asked to assist with the investigation, they call on a trainee at their boot camp who is blind and whose nose has “superpowers”. Blain isn’t sure what to expect when he is told to pack up and visit the Vanguard pack. One thing he figures out quickly is that the lead investigator Agent Sonya Camp is making his wolf try to claw his way out. Also, an unknown shifter was at the scene of the crime. If a shifter was the killer it could setback shifter-human relations.
As Blain joins the Vanguard pack for the evening he can sense who is shifter or vampire, who lifts weights, who works with delicate items with his hands, and that one of the females is pregnant. This impresses the pack with his skills.
Sonya has worked twice as hard to make it as a woman in the FBI. She became FBI because her sister was abducted and killed similar to the girls in this case. She has to request Blain not “sniff her” in the presence of the team. The district supervisor William, doesn’t like free agents and lets Sonya know he does not approve of her or her tactics. Then police chief calls to say another girl has been taken.
This story provides mystery, danger, humor and passion in this tale of two people trying to find their way in the world and with each other.
*A complimentary copy was given in exchange for an honest review*
May 30, 2016
A VERY unique spin on shifters!I love Annie's writing. All of it. She takes the age-old idea of a vampire or a werewolf (or any other creature she's written, really) and gives it such a fresh and different perspective. She adds her own variation of humor in there and it just makes for one heck of a great, HOT, incredibly enjoyable story.With her werewolves, this book included, she takes canine qualities and personifies them in such a cool way!I loved the character of Blain. As if it wasn't bad enough that he's a blind werewolf, he encounters an unfortunate situation later on in the story that REALLY had me rooting for him. I loved his protectiveness and his beta-ness!Sonya seemed like the perfect match for Blain. Sometimes, he needed to be led and she didn't mind doing the job. The spark between them was instant and just kept getting hotter!All in all, this whole series just has such an awesome flavor, and I can't wait to see where it goes from here!!!***I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
May 27, 2016
I received this book as an ARC for an honest review. I Loved it!! It is book 3 in the Vanguard series and can be read as a stand alone with an awesome HEA. Recommend to all paranormal readers. Blain has been blind since birth, converting to werewolf heals must human issues except birth defects. At the bootcamp he learns how to use his other senses to see with. Sonya is a special agent with the FBI and is looking for a serial killer. Once she meets Blain nothing will ever be the same. Could not put this story down, it takes you on a wonderful adventure with lot of emotions and kicking butt... Happy reading. Looking forward to the next book in the series. :)
June 2, 2016
Wonderful Story
Murder, mystery, and danger, oh my. This was a great story. A blind wolf shifter with a great sense of smell is called in to consult for the FBI in a serial killing case. Blain is a great guy with a sad history. But he is not helpless and a big help to the case, and to a female FBI agent with trust issues. Great story and a great romance.
Murder, mystery, and danger, oh my. This was a great story. A blind wolf shifter with a great sense of smell is called in to consult for the FBI in a serial killing case. Blain is a great guy with a sad history. But he is not helpless and a big help to the case, and to a female FBI agent with trust issues. Great story and a great romance.
January 8, 2018
Another fast paced funny read and while I love Pallas, Blain was all it in his book! I admired him for not using his blindness as a weakness because he is one of the strongest wolves in this series, pity that his old pack couldn't see past his inability to see...bunch of douches!
Sonya was okay, a bit annoying with her gung ho attitude but more than made up for it by treating Blain with respect and love instead of feeling sorry for him because of his disability...
Sonya was okay, a bit annoying with her gung ho attitude but more than made up for it by treating Blain with respect and love instead of feeling sorry for him because of his disability...
September 2, 2018
Can his heighten senses find the killer?
When a serial killer starts killing young women, the FBI request help from the Vanguard Elite pack, who send Blain -a blind shifter to help. When he meets Special Agent Sonya Camp, Blain finds his mate. Can they find the missing girl before it is too late?
Come enjoy the suspense, some humor and finding a mate. About choices to make and consequences for wrong ones. Different laws for different species.
Jo-Ann Doyle
When a serial killer starts killing young women, the FBI request help from the Vanguard Elite pack, who send Blain -a blind shifter to help. When he meets Special Agent Sonya Camp, Blain finds his mate. Can they find the missing girl before it is too late?
Come enjoy the suspense, some humor and finding a mate. About choices to make and consequences for wrong ones. Different laws for different species.
Jo-Ann Doyle
June 6, 2019
Intense and Fulfilling!
Being thrust into the middle of a murder case, Blaine finds himself partnered with his mate! Sexual tension abounds as these two race to save a new victim.
The conflicts these two face as they deal with emotional and physical attraction seems overwhelming at times, but the authors have it all figured out.
This is an exceptional story. I really enjoyed reading it. You will enjoy it best if you read the series in order.
Being thrust into the middle of a murder case, Blaine finds himself partnered with his mate! Sexual tension abounds as these two race to save a new victim.
The conflicts these two face as they deal with emotional and physical attraction seems overwhelming at times, but the authors have it all figured out.
This is an exceptional story. I really enjoyed reading it. You will enjoy it best if you read the series in order.
May 2, 2019
I love Annie Nicholas's take on werewolves amd other supernatural beings. They are flawed, funny, and they find ways to turn setbacks into strength. In this one, a blind werewolf, considered a weakness by his original pack, shines as a super tracker and finds love with a scarred, complicates human Fed!
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March 6, 2022
Can't put the series down
Another winner. I hope Blaine's old pack realize what a mistake they made getting rid of him. He and Sonya are bringing together the Vanguard and law enforcement to make a difference and perhaps start a new relationship between shifers and humans. I'm ready to jump into the next book.
Another winner. I hope Blaine's old pack realize what a mistake they made getting rid of him. He and Sonya are bringing together the Vanguard and law enforcement to make a difference and perhaps start a new relationship between shifers and humans. I'm ready to jump into the next book.
March 8, 2017
Great
Enjoy this good read. Vanguard Elite is a great series. This story I really enjoyed. The romance and story is different because it about a blind shifter. Read to find out how a shifter could be blind
Enjoy this good read. Vanguard Elite is a great series. This story I really enjoyed. The romance and story is different because it about a blind shifter. Read to find out how a shifter could be blind
October 8, 2020
Love this series
Really enjoyed this book a bit different from the other vanguard elite books, as it focuses on blain and reintroduce characters from the vanguard series so it felt like a cross over book.
I enjoyed it
Really enjoyed this book a bit different from the other vanguard elite books, as it focuses on blain and reintroduce characters from the vanguard series so it felt like a cross over book.
I enjoyed it
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February 7, 2022Great book
I really lobe the books from this verse but this one might be my favorite one. Blain and Shopia deserve their own series it would be cool to see them chasing after criminals and to show that humans and paranormal can work together
I really lobe the books from this verse but this one might be my favorite one. Blain and Shopia deserve their own series it would be cool to see them chasing after criminals and to show that humans and paranormal can work together
July 11, 2017
Me encanto!!! realmente la serie es excelente las historias muy buenas y los personajes super interesantes, divertidos, románticos y originales!!
December 15, 2017
Loved the story! great installment of the series! Blaine and Sonya make a good team. A very good read!
June 8, 2018
To be blind doesn't mean to be not as good as all the others, quite the contrary, and blind werewolf Blain shows that very convincingly. I loved his story and directly bought the next book in line.
October 3, 2018
Can't get enough. !! !
Such a wonderful approach to a shifter story. I am so very glad this series is available through Kindle Unlimited so I can read them all.
Such a wonderful approach to a shifter story. I am so very glad this series is available through Kindle Unlimited so I can read them all.
November 17, 2018
Loved loved loved this book..
Wow, I loved this book.. I couldn't put this book down.. It's a must read.. I can't wait to read the next book..
Wow, I loved this book.. I couldn't put this book down.. It's a must read.. I can't wait to read the next book..
November 18, 2018
Nailed it
This is my favorite book so far.
The suspense was well written.
I liked the first two stories but this one was awesome.
This is my favorite book so far.
The suspense was well written.
I liked the first two stories but this one was awesome.
February 12, 2019
Great story. Can't wait to read the next in the series
May 16, 2019
Damaged heroes are beautiful.
A cougar in love with a werewolf. As partners and mates they solve the crime. They don't let sexy times stop them.
A cougar in love with a werewolf. As partners and mates they solve the crime. They don't let sexy times stop them.
June 18, 2019
Blain and Sonya light up this read
This is the best of this series so far. Action packed, suspense with intrigue abound.
A HEA for your dreams. A must read.
This is the best of this series so far. Action packed, suspense with intrigue abound.
A HEA for your dreams. A must read.
July 28, 2019
Intriguing series
Blain & Sonya story was a unique take on a love story. I absolutely loved reading their story the end.
Blain & Sonya story was a unique take on a love story. I absolutely loved reading their story the end.
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September 11, 2019Love these books
I love these books. They have a great story that keeps you reading. A good mix of romance, struggle and, a happy ending.
I love these books. They have a great story that keeps you reading. A good mix of romance, struggle and, a happy ending.
September 30, 2020
Great writing
Fun! Funny! Great storyline, amazing characters plot twists and turns keeping you on your toes plus a little love thrown in.
Fun! Funny! Great storyline, amazing characters plot twists and turns keeping you on your toes plus a little love thrown in.
July 5, 2022
wolf vampire
A disabled wolf is not often covered in paranormal romance. Hunting for a serial kill with your nose is not new.
A disabled wolf is not often covered in paranormal romance. Hunting for a serial kill with your nose is not new.
May 30, 2016
“Blind Wolf Bluff ” is the third book in the paranormal romance series “Vanguard Elite” by Annie Nicholas .
The Werewolves in this series are a bit ‘ different from those which I usually read in books . They aren’t perfect and powerful creatures , on the contrary, they’re a selected group from several different packs, where they are seen as ” losers ” , they’re the weak link in the pack. For this reason has been created a special boot camp for them , hard, selective , under the supervision of a vampire named Pallas , who is responsible to turn them, men and women, in a real asset for the pack they belong .
Pallas, in a sense, is their worst nightmare, not because he is cruel to them, but he is uncompromising and his training it’s real tough. He makes live them in extreme conditions ,no comfort and technological means . If they break his rules they’re out , if they don’t pass his tests, they’re ready to go on a bus that will take them home even faster.
Despite all of this, no one dares to question his orders , because they know that through this training they could turn into something they would never have been able to hope .
Only one of Pallas’ rules failed, as a good vampire he’s: the mating between werewolves once they find their mates, there’s nothing Palls can do about this, he has to give in.
“Blind Wolf Bluff ” is different from previous books because it takes place outside of the boot camp . Blain , the protagonist, is a blind wolf,otherso has other skills that make him valuable and the alpha in Chicago asked him to collaborate with humans and the FBI to catch a serial killer . It is an exceptional event , humans don’t like very much supernatural creatures , but they are really at a dead end with the investigation and Blain may be their only hope. In fact, over time, to compensate for his lack of sight , he learned to use his other senses more effectively and his nose is exceptional , even among wolves .
I loved Blain from the very first lines of the book , and it’s one of the things I love the most in this writer : she succeeds in giving life to wonderful characters who manage to capture you right away.
Despite his disability Blain is sure of himself , of his ability and potential , he wants to make a difference , he wants to be valuable for the pack , he wants to take his place with honor and from The very beginning of the story it soon becomes clear of what he’s made off. Thanks his strong personality he can face the difficulties and the obstacles in his path without shame.
Once he meets Sonya , the FBI agent whom will be working , he realizes she is something more than just a partner for work and he makes no secret about it.
Sonia is tough woman, her work is a real mission for her, she works hard and she doesn’t do positive relationships with colleagues , she has always to prove she isn’t inferior to anyone , earn their respect even more than she should . But with Blain is different , he’s different . Sonya finds an equal in him, a person with extraordinary abilities , able to understand her and respect her , but she also sees a gorgeous sexy man .
The case they face is full of pitfalls , difficult investigation , but together they form a perfect pair .
The plot of the story is excellent, written smoothly, compelling, with the right mix between the investigation and Sonya and Blain’s attraction , a session attraction. I love the humour is always present in the dialogues and situations they face , and it’s definitely a plus in this book .
Pallas … yes , again him , can you see I have a soft spot for this vampire? In this story there’s also a little time for him and his encounters with a fascinating sheriff who keeps an eye on him and he can’t help himself to tease her… I can’t wait to find out if these continuous bickering will lead to something more .
This , at the time , remains the best book of the series , I literally devoured the pages and I hope to read soon another story from this series.
The Werewolves in this series are a bit ‘ different from those which I usually read in books . They aren’t perfect and powerful creatures , on the contrary, they’re a selected group from several different packs, where they are seen as ” losers ” , they’re the weak link in the pack. For this reason has been created a special boot camp for them , hard, selective , under the supervision of a vampire named Pallas , who is responsible to turn them, men and women, in a real asset for the pack they belong .
Pallas, in a sense, is their worst nightmare, not because he is cruel to them, but he is uncompromising and his training it’s real tough. He makes live them in extreme conditions ,no comfort and technological means . If they break his rules they’re out , if they don’t pass his tests, they’re ready to go on a bus that will take them home even faster.
Despite all of this, no one dares to question his orders , because they know that through this training they could turn into something they would never have been able to hope .
Only one of Pallas’ rules failed, as a good vampire he’s: the mating between werewolves once they find their mates, there’s nothing Palls can do about this, he has to give in.
“Blind Wolf Bluff ” is different from previous books because it takes place outside of the boot camp . Blain , the protagonist, is a blind wolf,otherso has other skills that make him valuable and the alpha in Chicago asked him to collaborate with humans and the FBI to catch a serial killer . It is an exceptional event , humans don’t like very much supernatural creatures , but they are really at a dead end with the investigation and Blain may be their only hope. In fact, over time, to compensate for his lack of sight , he learned to use his other senses more effectively and his nose is exceptional , even among wolves .
I loved Blain from the very first lines of the book , and it’s one of the things I love the most in this writer : she succeeds in giving life to wonderful characters who manage to capture you right away.
Despite his disability Blain is sure of himself , of his ability and potential , he wants to make a difference , he wants to be valuable for the pack , he wants to take his place with honor and from The very beginning of the story it soon becomes clear of what he’s made off. Thanks his strong personality he can face the difficulties and the obstacles in his path without shame.
Once he meets Sonya , the FBI agent whom will be working , he realizes she is something more than just a partner for work and he makes no secret about it.
Sonia is tough woman, her work is a real mission for her, she works hard and she doesn’t do positive relationships with colleagues , she has always to prove she isn’t inferior to anyone , earn their respect even more than she should . But with Blain is different , he’s different . Sonya finds an equal in him, a person with extraordinary abilities , able to understand her and respect her , but she also sees a gorgeous sexy man .
The case they face is full of pitfalls , difficult investigation , but together they form a perfect pair .
The plot of the story is excellent, written smoothly, compelling, with the right mix between the investigation and Sonya and Blain’s attraction , a session attraction. I love the humour is always present in the dialogues and situations they face , and it’s definitely a plus in this book .
Pallas … yes , again him , can you see I have a soft spot for this vampire? In this story there’s also a little time for him and his encounters with a fascinating sheriff who keeps an eye on him and he can’t help himself to tease her… I can’t wait to find out if these continuous bickering will lead to something more .
This , at the time , remains the best book of the series , I literally devoured the pages and I hope to read soon another story from this series.
February 23, 2017
What I enjoyed most about this paranormal shifter book was that it went a little bit of a different direction from a majority of other shifter novellas/novels. More time was spent focusing on the actual plot and mystery versus solely on the relationship and romance of the couple. It kind of reminded me of J.D Robb's books in where you have the romance/relationship of Eve and Roarke, but a majority of the book is spent on solving the crime . Would definitely recommend.
June 8, 2016
Blind Wolf Bluff is an action packed, attention grabbing, highly entertaining, give me more, read. I absofreakinlutely love the story line, the characters, everything about this story.
This is book 3 of the series but can be read as a stand alone. However, this is a great series and if you have not read book 1 and 2, I suggest you read them as well. This book is all about Blain. We met him in book 1 and 2 and I was so happy to see him get his story and HEA. Blain is a blind wolf but he doesn't let his lack of sight hinder him. His other senses make up for his sightless eyes. He is a force to be reckoned with and won't let anything stand in the way of getting what he wants....and what he wants now is Sonya. She is an FBI agent trying to solve a case involving missing young ladies around the Chicago area. At first, Sonya is not open to the thought of having Blain as a partner, but as things progress in the case, things also progress in their budding relationship.
This book has a bit of suspense, mystery, emotional trauma, but most of all some sweet lil naughty bits....
This has a well written story line, awesome characters that are easy to fall in love with, good descriptions to details and easy to visualize and awesome dialogue between the characters that flows nicely and it's easy to become engrossed in the conversation. It probably should have gone through 1 more editing, being the beta reader that I am, a few things jumped out at me causing me to pause in the reading, but I was able to pick back up rather quickly.
All in all, a great read.
Would I recommend this book? Yes
Would I read more from this author? Yes
Sassy Beta Reading & Review
This is book 3 of the series but can be read as a stand alone. However, this is a great series and if you have not read book 1 and 2, I suggest you read them as well. This book is all about Blain. We met him in book 1 and 2 and I was so happy to see him get his story and HEA. Blain is a blind wolf but he doesn't let his lack of sight hinder him. His other senses make up for his sightless eyes. He is a force to be reckoned with and won't let anything stand in the way of getting what he wants....and what he wants now is Sonya. She is an FBI agent trying to solve a case involving missing young ladies around the Chicago area. At first, Sonya is not open to the thought of having Blain as a partner, but as things progress in the case, things also progress in their budding relationship.
This book has a bit of suspense, mystery, emotional trauma, but most of all some sweet lil naughty bits....
This has a well written story line, awesome characters that are easy to fall in love with, good descriptions to details and easy to visualize and awesome dialogue between the characters that flows nicely and it's easy to become engrossed in the conversation. It probably should have gone through 1 more editing, being the beta reader that I am, a few things jumped out at me causing me to pause in the reading, but I was able to pick back up rather quickly.
All in all, a great read.
Would I recommend this book? Yes
Would I read more from this author? Yes
Sassy Beta Reading & Review
February 19, 2017
Super good.
Heck of a combination. A blind werewolf, a federal agent, a hunt for a rogue and a love story all wrapped into one. Now that is something you don't get to read every day.
Heck of a combination. A blind werewolf, a federal agent, a hunt for a rogue and a love story all wrapped into one. Now that is something you don't get to read every day.
February 18, 2017
It was a fun read and it was nice to see some of the charters from the original Vanguard series.
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