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Blood of the Drakon #3
Drakon's Plunder
Life is not going well for archaeologist Sam Bellamy. She’s stuck in the middle of the ocean on a salvage boat with people who want her dead. It wasn’t her gift for being able to sense objects of power that got her here, rather her need to make a secret society called the Knights of the Dragon pay for killing her mentor. Sam doesn’t believe in dragons, but the Knights do, and if she can get one of the sacred artifacts they’re searching for away from them, she’ll consider it payback.
Ezra Easton is content to run his marine salvage company and live alone on his private island. He may be a four-thousand-year-old water drakon, but he’s civilized enough to know just because he pulls an injured woman from the ocean, doesn’t mean he gets to keep her...
When she wakes up, she has a few tall tales to share, and it seems the Knights are after her. But this drakon won’t give up his treasure.
The Blood of the Drakon series is best enjoyed in order Reading #1: Drakon’s PromiseBook #2: Drakon’s PreyBook #3: Drakon's Plunder
Ezra Easton is content to run his marine salvage company and live alone on his private island. He may be a four-thousand-year-old water drakon, but he’s civilized enough to know just because he pulls an injured woman from the ocean, doesn’t mean he gets to keep her...
When she wakes up, she has a few tall tales to share, and it seems the Knights are after her. But this drakon won’t give up his treasure.
The Blood of the Drakon series is best enjoyed in order Reading #1: Drakon’s PromiseBook #2: Drakon’s PreyBook #3: Drakon's Plunder
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First published June 13, 2017
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N.J. Walters
167 books1,274 followersOnce upon a time N.J. had the idea that she would like to quit her job at the bookstore, sell everything she owned, leave her hometown, and write romance novels in a place where no one knew her. And she did. Two years later, she went back to the bookstore and her hometown and settled in for another seven years.
One day she gave notice at her job on a Friday morning. On Sunday afternoon, she received a tentative acceptance for her first erotic romance novel and life would never be the same.
N.J. Walters is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who has always been a voracious reader, and now she spends her days writing novels of her own. Vampires, werewolves, dragons, time-travelers, seductive handymen, and next-door neighbors with smoldering good looks—all vie for her attention. It’s a tough life, but someone’s got to live it.
One day she gave notice at her job on a Friday morning. On Sunday afternoon, she received a tentative acceptance for her first erotic romance novel and life would never be the same.
N.J. Walters is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who has always been a voracious reader, and now she spends her days writing novels of her own. Vampires, werewolves, dragons, time-travelers, seductive handymen, and next-door neighbors with smoldering good looks—all vie for her attention. It’s a tough life, but someone’s got to live it.
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June 21, 2017
Drakon’s Plunder is book three in the Blood of the Drakon series by N.J. Walters. I am so in love with this series. How could I not be? These drakons, half man, half dragon, who have lived four thousand years in a mostly solitary existence except for the occasional interaction between the four brothers. These drakons that once they meet their mate, once they fall in love, they love with a ferocity that is unbridled, a passion that ignites, a protectiveness that is unrivaled. These drakon men have stolen my heart. I was especially excited about getting to know Ezra, the man who in the previous books rarely even spoke. I think Ezra stole my heart even more than the others. I hope you’ll read on and let me tell you about him.
Ezra Easton was a water drakon. He could breathe fire as all drakons could but his element was the water. He needed to be near the sea. He could swim with the fish of the ocean as easily as he could walk on the land. He owned a private island off the coast of Maine where he led a quiet, solitary existence. He owned a salvage company on the main land.
If a human drinks the blood of a drakon, it would heal any illness and keep them alive forever, as long as they continued to drink the blood regularly. Karina Azarov is the head of the Knights of the Dragons, a secret organization intent on capturing drakons in order to drink their blood. She is currently looking for any ancient artifacts that would help her in her quest to capture the drakons. She has hired Sam Bellamy, an archaeologist specializing in finding ancient artifacts.
Sam wants revenge against the Knights for killing her mentor, a man who was like a father to her. So she took the job with the Knights and is currently aboard a ship searching for sunken artifacts. When she finds something that she senses holds an evil power, she tries to escape the ship, only to be rescued by a man who seemed to appear out of nowhere.
This is how Ezra and Sam first meet but only the first time Ezra will be required to save his beautiful Sam. The pull between them is immediate. All Ezra can think about is that he has to protect this beautiful human with the flaming red curls, that she was made for him, that she is his mate. He watched two of his brothers go through it and now he understands so much better what they experienced.
“I plucked you out of the sea, you’re mine now.”
“I’m not salvage.”
“No, you’re not salvage. You’re treasure. My treasure.”
As love quickly develops between these two, danger grows. Sam is now missing and so is the artifact she found. And there are those that won’t rest until they’ve found it. Sam, without really understanding what Ezra really is, knows that she is bringing danger to Ezra’s door step. But Ezra is not letting his human out of his sight. She’s his now and he will protect her with all that he is.
“He’d faced entire armies in centuries past without batting an eye, but this one woman’s touch made him tremble.”
I absolutely loved Sam and Ezra. They truly were made for one another. We don’t get much of the other two brothers and their new mates except for phone conversations but we do get a hint of Nic, the only brother left who hasn’t found his mate. And there are some other little hints throughout, just little things that I hope turn in to bigger things in the next book.
I literally couldn’t put this down. I was grabbed immediately and stayed that way throughout. You could probably figure out enough if you read this before reading the previous books but you would understand it better if you started at the beginning and read the series in order. You don’t want to miss any of these drakon brothers and the women who tame their inner beasts. This series is fantastic and I hope I’ve convinced you to give it a try.
“You’re the treasure I’ve been searching for all my life.”
Ezra Easton was a water drakon. He could breathe fire as all drakons could but his element was the water. He needed to be near the sea. He could swim with the fish of the ocean as easily as he could walk on the land. He owned a private island off the coast of Maine where he led a quiet, solitary existence. He owned a salvage company on the main land.
If a human drinks the blood of a drakon, it would heal any illness and keep them alive forever, as long as they continued to drink the blood regularly. Karina Azarov is the head of the Knights of the Dragons, a secret organization intent on capturing drakons in order to drink their blood. She is currently looking for any ancient artifacts that would help her in her quest to capture the drakons. She has hired Sam Bellamy, an archaeologist specializing in finding ancient artifacts.
Sam wants revenge against the Knights for killing her mentor, a man who was like a father to her. So she took the job with the Knights and is currently aboard a ship searching for sunken artifacts. When she finds something that she senses holds an evil power, she tries to escape the ship, only to be rescued by a man who seemed to appear out of nowhere.
This is how Ezra and Sam first meet but only the first time Ezra will be required to save his beautiful Sam. The pull between them is immediate. All Ezra can think about is that he has to protect this beautiful human with the flaming red curls, that she was made for him, that she is his mate. He watched two of his brothers go through it and now he understands so much better what they experienced.
“I plucked you out of the sea, you’re mine now.”
“I’m not salvage.”
“No, you’re not salvage. You’re treasure. My treasure.”
As love quickly develops between these two, danger grows. Sam is now missing and so is the artifact she found. And there are those that won’t rest until they’ve found it. Sam, without really understanding what Ezra really is, knows that she is bringing danger to Ezra’s door step. But Ezra is not letting his human out of his sight. She’s his now and he will protect her with all that he is.
“He’d faced entire armies in centuries past without batting an eye, but this one woman’s touch made him tremble.”
I absolutely loved Sam and Ezra. They truly were made for one another. We don’t get much of the other two brothers and their new mates except for phone conversations but we do get a hint of Nic, the only brother left who hasn’t found his mate. And there are some other little hints throughout, just little things that I hope turn in to bigger things in the next book.
I literally couldn’t put this down. I was grabbed immediately and stayed that way throughout. You could probably figure out enough if you read this before reading the previous books but you would understand it better if you started at the beginning and read the series in order. You don’t want to miss any of these drakon brothers and the women who tame their inner beasts. This series is fantastic and I hope I’ve convinced you to give it a try.
“You’re the treasure I’ve been searching for all my life.”
July 3, 2017
4.5 - "Never doubt your value." Stars!
We return to the Blood of the Drakon series, with the third book; Drakon’s Plunder finally giving us Ezra Easton’s story.
I am abso-blooming-loving, this series. N. J Walters has really hit the mother-lode with the guys/drakons that these books are telling the stories of, and just like his brothers before him, I absolutely adored Ezra. Nothing gets my girly parts zinging more than an Alpha growly male, going all possessive over the woman destined to be his mate, and Ezra was all that and a bar of chocolate.
She was his. He’d found her in the ocean, plucked her from the sea. By the laws of maritime salvage, that meant she belonged to him now…
Once again the author managed to give the reader a really great love story between Ezra and Sam, another strong willed, sassy woman, not afraid to speak her mind, and do what she believes is the right thing. All the while their mutual enemy the Knights of the Dragon are still looking for clues as to whether there are further Drakon in existence and for ancient spells and curses to help them capture and use the Drakon for their blood.
It was rare for both sides of his nature-man and beast to be at peace. Sam gave him that.”
As with the last book I felt this part of the bigger story hardly moved along in the scheme of things, in fact there hasn’t been a huge amount of development around Karina Azarov, Herman Temple, and the whole Knights plot since the author set it all up in book one to be honest, a few bad guys may have died along the way, but nothing else of real note(yet). But after reading this one I have a feeling I know why, not that I can say as that would be a huge spoiler!
He’d bring ruin to the world before he’d let anyone take her from him…
That-said I still absolutely adored this book, there is involvement from the previous characters as well, so that keeps everything cohesive and current, and some of the banter between Ezra and his brothers bought a few giggles to the fore.
"I haven’t known you very long, but it feels like I’ve known you forever."
This isn’t a series you can just dip into, you definitely need to read it from the beginning, I also love that the author/publisher are keeping the break between releases small, it means that I am not spending the first few chapters of each book trying to recall everything that has happened previously. On that point I really hope that we don’t have to wait for the next book, Nicodemus Wilde, has been the most un-involved of the brothers up to this point in the story, so I cannot wait to get to know him better.
"You’re never leaving me. Not while I have blood in my body."
ARC generously provided via Netgalley, in exchange for the above honest review.
We return to the Blood of the Drakon series, with the third book; Drakon’s Plunder finally giving us Ezra Easton’s story.
I am abso-blooming-loving, this series. N. J Walters has really hit the mother-lode with the guys/drakons that these books are telling the stories of, and just like his brothers before him, I absolutely adored Ezra. Nothing gets my girly parts zinging more than an Alpha growly male, going all possessive over the woman destined to be his mate, and Ezra was all that and a bar of chocolate.
She was his. He’d found her in the ocean, plucked her from the sea. By the laws of maritime salvage, that meant she belonged to him now…
Once again the author managed to give the reader a really great love story between Ezra and Sam, another strong willed, sassy woman, not afraid to speak her mind, and do what she believes is the right thing. All the while their mutual enemy the Knights of the Dragon are still looking for clues as to whether there are further Drakon in existence and for ancient spells and curses to help them capture and use the Drakon for their blood.
It was rare for both sides of his nature-man and beast to be at peace. Sam gave him that.”
As with the last book I felt this part of the bigger story hardly moved along in the scheme of things, in fact there hasn’t been a huge amount of development around Karina Azarov, Herman Temple, and the whole Knights plot since the author set it all up in book one to be honest, a few bad guys may have died along the way, but nothing else of real note(yet). But after reading this one I have a feeling I know why, not that I can say as that would be a huge spoiler!
He’d bring ruin to the world before he’d let anyone take her from him…
That-said I still absolutely adored this book, there is involvement from the previous characters as well, so that keeps everything cohesive and current, and some of the banter between Ezra and his brothers bought a few giggles to the fore.
"I haven’t known you very long, but it feels like I’ve known you forever."
This isn’t a series you can just dip into, you definitely need to read it from the beginning, I also love that the author/publisher are keeping the break between releases small, it means that I am not spending the first few chapters of each book trying to recall everything that has happened previously. On that point I really hope that we don’t have to wait for the next book, Nicodemus Wilde, has been the most un-involved of the brothers up to this point in the story, so I cannot wait to get to know him better.
"You’re never leaving me. Not while I have blood in my body."
ARC generously provided via Netgalley, in exchange for the above honest review.
July 3, 2017
This third installment of the drakon series left me captivated again with the world shrouded in mystery and danger that this author has created.
The story picks up where Drakon’s Prey left off only it’s now told through the 3rd brother, Ezra’s point of view. Being a water drakon, Ezra lives comfortably, if lonely and secluded, on a private island off the coast of Maine. When his brother calls him with a warning to be extra cautious, as a research vessel owned by the Knights of the Dragon is salvaging close by, Ezra heads out to find out what exactly all the fuss is about.
Meanwhile, Sam Bellamy, the archaeologist on board the research vessel has snuck away from the rest of the crew and smuggles a book found in the wreckage. After the Knights murdered her mentor and friend, Sam has sworn to get justice. And if the only way to hit a secret and powerful group like the Knights, where it hurts, is to keep their hands off the strange book she found, she plans to destroy it.
Things don’t go exactly according to plan when Dexter discovers Sam trying to sneak off with the book. Lucky for Sam, Ezra, having watched everything from a safe distance, rocks the boat and in the chaos that follows the sinking ship, spirits Sam away to his home.
While trying to stay off the Knights’ radar and accustom herself to a life on the run, Sam learns exactly what drives the Knights and discovers a connection unrivaled by any other that bounds her to Ezra.
What I loved about it:
Each brother so far has been pretty well described, each with their own quirks and personality traits. Ezra, however, had always remained a little more aloof and distant. There was something about him that always stayed just out of reach so I was dying to read his book and I straight up fell in love with him. Unlike his other brothers, Ezra is a less suspicious sort. His approach to Sam was endearing and although cautious, he trusted his instinct when it came to her.
The lonely part of his soul yearned to be joined with her. The dragon part of his nature wanted to claim her, and the man just wanted her happy.
I loved that there was no jerk-phase or pushing away from his feelings. He is probably the most sensitive of the bunch and I think that change of pace from the last two books helped ground this story. He is still all alpha and possessive and growly but also the one most accepting of finding something lasting with his mate.
“You’re treasure. My treasure.”
There was some eluding of the Knights but it wasn’t so intense like in previous books. Sam and Ezra get some down time and touch on the more emotional part of their relationship, probably more so than any other couple in the series, so far.
I loved the little break we get from all things Knights and danger, and chasing and running. It’s still there is the background but it doesn’t overwhelm the story. We get to explore the drakons’ past and piece together important facts that will come into play in future books. *fingers crossed* The undercurrent of danger took a backseat to the romance in this book and being a romance junkie, this was right up my ally.
What I look forward to:
There are so many new questions to ponder for the next installment and I’m wondering which ones will get explained in Nic’s story, up next.
For starters, the idea that there might be more brothers out there somewhere, for these drakons, is exciting. Then there’s the necklace of drakon tears Ezra and Sam uncover in the wreckage, along with the creepy journal. The hint that there might by a drakon being held prisoner somewhere by the Russians and could the author being hinting that Victoria, Temple’s secretary, might actually be a double agent? But probably the most note worthy question I want answered is who are the Dragon Guard and what is their real motivation?
I can’t wait to find out!
Favorite Lines:
She was his. He’d found her in the ocean, plucked her from the sea. By the laws of maritime salvage, that meant she belonged to him now.
She was a gift, and like any present, she was meant to be unwrapped slowly, to be appreciated.
Memorable Moments:
When Sam realizes just how important Ezra has come to mean to her.
Now she knew she’d protect Ezra with her life. Not because he was a drakon, but because he was hers.
Sam was a likable heroine in the beginning but the more time she spent with Ezra the more I really liked her. She was vulnerable and scared but never let any of that cloud her judgement. What really stood out for me and is the kind of heroine I can’t help but root for, is the fact that Sam always gives as much as she takes. She was the perfect partner for Ezra and I loved that she put it all out there for him. It was a sweet moment for both of them.
* * * ARC provided for an honest review * * *
SAFETY
The story picks up where Drakon’s Prey left off only it’s now told through the 3rd brother, Ezra’s point of view. Being a water drakon, Ezra lives comfortably, if lonely and secluded, on a private island off the coast of Maine. When his brother calls him with a warning to be extra cautious, as a research vessel owned by the Knights of the Dragon is salvaging close by, Ezra heads out to find out what exactly all the fuss is about.
Meanwhile, Sam Bellamy, the archaeologist on board the research vessel has snuck away from the rest of the crew and smuggles a book found in the wreckage. After the Knights murdered her mentor and friend, Sam has sworn to get justice. And if the only way to hit a secret and powerful group like the Knights, where it hurts, is to keep their hands off the strange book she found, she plans to destroy it.
Things don’t go exactly according to plan when Dexter discovers Sam trying to sneak off with the book. Lucky for Sam, Ezra, having watched everything from a safe distance, rocks the boat and in the chaos that follows the sinking ship, spirits Sam away to his home.
While trying to stay off the Knights’ radar and accustom herself to a life on the run, Sam learns exactly what drives the Knights and discovers a connection unrivaled by any other that bounds her to Ezra.
What I loved about it:
Each brother so far has been pretty well described, each with their own quirks and personality traits. Ezra, however, had always remained a little more aloof and distant. There was something about him that always stayed just out of reach so I was dying to read his book and I straight up fell in love with him. Unlike his other brothers, Ezra is a less suspicious sort. His approach to Sam was endearing and although cautious, he trusted his instinct when it came to her.
The lonely part of his soul yearned to be joined with her. The dragon part of his nature wanted to claim her, and the man just wanted her happy.
I loved that there was no jerk-phase or pushing away from his feelings. He is probably the most sensitive of the bunch and I think that change of pace from the last two books helped ground this story. He is still all alpha and possessive and growly but also the one most accepting of finding something lasting with his mate.
“You’re treasure. My treasure.”
There was some eluding of the Knights but it wasn’t so intense like in previous books. Sam and Ezra get some down time and touch on the more emotional part of their relationship, probably more so than any other couple in the series, so far.
I loved the little break we get from all things Knights and danger, and chasing and running. It’s still there is the background but it doesn’t overwhelm the story. We get to explore the drakons’ past and piece together important facts that will come into play in future books. *fingers crossed* The undercurrent of danger took a backseat to the romance in this book and being a romance junkie, this was right up my ally.
What I look forward to:
There are so many new questions to ponder for the next installment and I’m wondering which ones will get explained in Nic’s story, up next.
For starters, the idea that there might be more brothers out there somewhere, for these drakons, is exciting. Then there’s the necklace of drakon tears Ezra and Sam uncover in the wreckage, along with the creepy journal. The hint that there might by a drakon being held prisoner somewhere by the Russians and could the author being hinting that Victoria, Temple’s secretary, might actually be a double agent? But probably the most note worthy question I want answered is who are the Dragon Guard and what is their real motivation?
I can’t wait to find out!
Favorite Lines:
She was his. He’d found her in the ocean, plucked her from the sea. By the laws of maritime salvage, that meant she belonged to him now.
She was a gift, and like any present, she was meant to be unwrapped slowly, to be appreciated.
Memorable Moments:
When Sam realizes just how important Ezra has come to mean to her.
Now she knew she’d protect Ezra with her life. Not because he was a drakon, but because he was hers.
Sam was a likable heroine in the beginning but the more time she spent with Ezra the more I really liked her. She was vulnerable and scared but never let any of that cloud her judgement. What really stood out for me and is the kind of heroine I can’t help but root for, is the fact that Sam always gives as much as she takes. She was the perfect partner for Ezra and I loved that she put it all out there for him. It was a sweet moment for both of them.
* * * ARC provided for an honest review * * *
SAFETY
March 9, 2020
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March 6, 2025A dissenting opinion.
Once again, here I am giving a house-published paranormal author only an "okay" review for a popular series book. This entry was poorly plotted, relied on insta-love to develop the romance, moved the overarching series plot forward an infinitesimal degree, didn't even do a MINIMUM of research on salvage operations and archaeology to liven up the details, and was all-around so boring I nearly stopped three different times. I mean, I was even yawning through the copious sex scenes and this author is well known for her erotica offerings. I kept thinking it HAD to get better. Yeah, no.
I think my reading notes say it all. I hate that this seems so harsh, but here are my real-time impressions. And I quote (myself, and occasionally the actual book):
* Bit of an info dump at the beginning. Why can't this kind of thing be handled more organically, like in a conversation?
* So the trained and respected archaeologist is suddenly going to turn thief? The first tentative step into TSTL Land.
* Insta-lust on both parts.
* I hate woe-is-me, crying girls. Especially with strangers.
* That is some purple prose.
* We are just now told about her loneliness. So be sure to pile it on thick to justify why she would hop into bed with a man she has barely spoken with.
* Ugh ("He groaned and the sound vibrated all the way to her toes, making them curl.")
* This is so cheesy. ("Because nothing short of a nuclear blast could make him leave this bed.")
* What adult woman wants to be treated like an infant?
* Ugh. (crying AGAIN because her mentor died A YEAR AGO!)
* What a lack of originality.
* Very repetitive.
* Ya think? ("She should be worried about unprotected sex, about a potential pregnancy, but that was the least of her worries. But still..."Should we be using condoms?")
* And wouldn't the next logical question of a four thousand year old drakon be, 'How many children DO you have?' ("You won't get pregnant unless i want you to. Now that was a useful skill. "You're sure?" Not that she didn't believe him, but was one heck of thing to take on faith. Then she laughed. Considering everything else she'd taken on faith since they met, this one was actually lower on the list of crazy.")
* Really lazy. Author couldn't do a minimum of research to add a dash of specificity (regarding the salvage treasures that Ezra had on display).
* Even this is not descriptive enough. Also I am very bored with the plot. (regarding Ezra's affinity with the ocean).
* Plot hole. Wouldn't they have followed the news on the wreck regarding survivors?
* This author is fond of telling us what the characters are thinking and then acting it out. Lends to the repetitiveness.
* At 92% the author tosses out teaser threads not mentioned before to make you go on to the next book. In this book, all they did was take care of a henchman.
* Even the epilogue is repetitive.
There is a lot of sex wrapped around a thin, barely there plot. This will certainly appeal to some people. In the positives column, this is a third book in the series, and I didn't have any trouble following the world building. Enough details were introduced at the right times to give me the information I needed when I needed it. Alpha possessiveness is on display, and that is very popular, too.
Regardless, this book currently has a 4.6/5.0 rating on Amazon. In my opinion, this book does not live up to that hype. But clearly I am a minority.
Book source: ARC from NetGalley.
Once again, here I am giving a house-published paranormal author only an "okay" review for a popular series book. This entry was poorly plotted, relied on insta-love to develop the romance, moved the overarching series plot forward an infinitesimal degree, didn't even do a MINIMUM of research on salvage operations and archaeology to liven up the details, and was all-around so boring I nearly stopped three different times. I mean, I was even yawning through the copious sex scenes and this author is well known for her erotica offerings. I kept thinking it HAD to get better. Yeah, no.
I think my reading notes say it all. I hate that this seems so harsh, but here are my real-time impressions. And I quote (myself, and occasionally the actual book):
* Bit of an info dump at the beginning. Why can't this kind of thing be handled more organically, like in a conversation?
* So the trained and respected archaeologist is suddenly going to turn thief? The first tentative step into TSTL Land.
* Insta-lust on both parts.
* I hate woe-is-me, crying girls. Especially with strangers.
* That is some purple prose.
* We are just now told about her loneliness. So be sure to pile it on thick to justify why she would hop into bed with a man she has barely spoken with.
* Ugh ("He groaned and the sound vibrated all the way to her toes, making them curl.")
* This is so cheesy. ("Because nothing short of a nuclear blast could make him leave this bed.")
* What adult woman wants to be treated like an infant?
* Ugh. (crying AGAIN because her mentor died A YEAR AGO!)
* What a lack of originality.
* Very repetitive.
* Ya think? ("She should be worried about unprotected sex, about a potential pregnancy, but that was the least of her worries. But still..."Should we be using condoms?")
* And wouldn't the next logical question of a four thousand year old drakon be, 'How many children DO you have?' ("You won't get pregnant unless i want you to. Now that was a useful skill. "You're sure?" Not that she didn't believe him, but was one heck of thing to take on faith. Then she laughed. Considering everything else she'd taken on faith since they met, this one was actually lower on the list of crazy.")
* Really lazy. Author couldn't do a minimum of research to add a dash of specificity (regarding the salvage treasures that Ezra had on display).
* Even this is not descriptive enough. Also I am very bored with the plot. (regarding Ezra's affinity with the ocean).
* Plot hole. Wouldn't they have followed the news on the wreck regarding survivors?
* This author is fond of telling us what the characters are thinking and then acting it out. Lends to the repetitiveness.
* At 92% the author tosses out teaser threads not mentioned before to make you go on to the next book. In this book, all they did was take care of a henchman.
* Even the epilogue is repetitive.
There is a lot of sex wrapped around a thin, barely there plot. This will certainly appeal to some people. In the positives column, this is a third book in the series, and I didn't have any trouble following the world building. Enough details were introduced at the right times to give me the information I needed when I needed it. Alpha possessiveness is on display, and that is very popular, too.
Regardless, this book currently has a 4.6/5.0 rating on Amazon. In my opinion, this book does not live up to that hype. But clearly I am a minority.
Book source: ARC from NetGalley.
June 28, 2017
Sam Bellamy is on a quest for justice. Her mentor was murdered by the secret society The Knights of the Dragons. She has been tasked to find artifacts on the reliant a ship that sunk. Sam nearly dies for doing the right thing.
Ezra Easton a water drakon lives on a secluded island. His brother tells him to check the vessel out as it seems the Knights are up to something.
He is intrigued by Sam and decides to take her home with him. He is overprotective an ultimate alpha and I loved every moment of his caveman act.
Although the setup here is the same as the first two books it doesn't distract us from its awesomeness.
NJ Walters also brings us unique paranormal romance. Be it Hades's Carnival or here with Blood of the Drakon. Admittedly I've only read a limited amount of her books but I still really love them and if they are all like this well then nuff said really.
My one true love will always be the paranormal genre. It has been since I started reading. On top of that we have shifters and oh dragons/drakons. I'm a happy bunny.
The book is action packed and I couldn’t get enough but what did ruin it for me is the sex the plot would progress and suddenly they'd be at it like rabbits taking me away from the plot.
I can't wait for Nic's book if he doesn't find his mate soon he'll go into a sleep he may never wake up from.
July 27, 2017
Wow! N.J. Walters just keeps delivering! How can you not love these brothers? Every book I think...I love this one...but noooo....she makes you love all of them! I can't wait for the next brother to find his treasure.
July 3, 2017
Drakon’s Plunder is book three in the Blood of the Drakon series by N.J. Walters.
I’ve been enjoy this series. I like the drakons, half man, half dragon, who are solitary except for the occasional interactions they have between the four brothers. Once they meet their mate; their love is unrestrained, their passion is explosive, and they are unmatched in their protectiveness.
Ezra I’ve wanted to meet him since the moment he was introduced. He’s a water darken and needs the sea. The man is a recluse, owns his on island, and a salvage company on the main land.
Sam’s an archaeologist and she has a specially gift for finding artifacts seeped in magic or myth. She took a job with the Knights, so she could get revenge for them killing her friend.
Danger is every present throughout the story. We also get a little deeper into the workings of the Knights and their goals. Sam & Ezra’s relationship is fast. Their chemistry is fierce and fiery from the moment they meet. I liked these two together, but I was a little sad with how quickly their relationship went. I wanted a little more, push and pull, not a total in all at once. The other area of disappointment for me was in them sleeping together after only knowing each other for 6 hrs. With this being an insta-love story, you know that everything is going to be quick.
Drakon’s Plunder was a satisfactory read. It didn’t blow my mind, but I still enjoyed it. I'm curious about the fourth brother Nic and I'm looking forward to his story. This story can be read as a stand-a-lone, but the books are best read in order.
*Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy provided by Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
June 16, 2017
Absolutely fabulous! Loved the whole series so far. Love the different brothers and all their talents. Really strong heroines. Great, fresh premise.
This is the third book and we once again jump into artifacts and history along with the pending danger from the Knights of the Dragon. All of the books so far have been page turners and this one was no exception. Ezra is brother to Tarrant and Darius. He is a water Drakon and of course his "treasure stash" is actual treasure. When he scoops a woman out of the sea, she is destined to become his treasure too.
Sam fits in well with the group already assembled. I loved where her inquisitive mind was taking us as it relates to Drakon kind and the need to settle down after 4000 years. I loved that she was geeky and less than perfect. There are still secrets to be revealed I think.
Just perfect! I will be sad to see the story end after Nic's book. Looking forward to more!
*Complimentary copy provided via Netgalley for an honest review.
This is the third book and we once again jump into artifacts and history along with the pending danger from the Knights of the Dragon. All of the books so far have been page turners and this one was no exception. Ezra is brother to Tarrant and Darius. He is a water Drakon and of course his "treasure stash" is actual treasure. When he scoops a woman out of the sea, she is destined to become his treasure too.
Sam fits in well with the group already assembled. I loved where her inquisitive mind was taking us as it relates to Drakon kind and the need to settle down after 4000 years. I loved that she was geeky and less than perfect. There are still secrets to be revealed I think.
Just perfect! I will be sad to see the story end after Nic's book. Looking forward to more!
*Complimentary copy provided via Netgalley for an honest review.
July 3, 2017
3 Stars - 3 Flames
This is the third installment to this series and it doesn't disappoint. I mean, how can it be disappointing when you've got a sexy water Drakon who turns out to be a damsel in distress' savor? Right?!!!
Sam Bellamy is out for revenge. Why? Because she believes that the Knights killed her father figure and she's willing to do anything to make them pay. Including taking an artifact that possess an evil element while sailing in the ocean. You can imagine how her escape wouldn't be easy. Yet she's saved by Ezra.
Ezra is the hot and sexy brother that's a water Drakon. When he sets out to see what the Knights boat is up to, he ends up rescuing Sam and is immediately drawn to her. To say that he's alpha is a bit of an understatement. When he finds out that the Knights are after Sam, his over protectiveness kicks in to high gear.
This story reads much like the first two in my opinion. Like the way the story starts, how quickly the love interests fall for each other, etc. But it works. Hey, if you have a formula that works, stick with it, right? As you can guess, the chemistry between Ezra and Sam is instantaneous and super hot. That being said, Ezra wasn't my favorite brother even though I enjoyed this book. Let's see if Nic can be "that" brother...
*I received this book from the Jeep Diva in exchange for my honest opinion.
This is the third installment to this series and it doesn't disappoint. I mean, how can it be disappointing when you've got a sexy water Drakon who turns out to be a damsel in distress' savor? Right?!!!
Sam Bellamy is out for revenge. Why? Because she believes that the Knights killed her father figure and she's willing to do anything to make them pay. Including taking an artifact that possess an evil element while sailing in the ocean. You can imagine how her escape wouldn't be easy. Yet she's saved by Ezra.
Ezra is the hot and sexy brother that's a water Drakon. When he sets out to see what the Knights boat is up to, he ends up rescuing Sam and is immediately drawn to her. To say that he's alpha is a bit of an understatement. When he finds out that the Knights are after Sam, his over protectiveness kicks in to high gear.
This story reads much like the first two in my opinion. Like the way the story starts, how quickly the love interests fall for each other, etc. But it works. Hey, if you have a formula that works, stick with it, right? As you can guess, the chemistry between Ezra and Sam is instantaneous and super hot. That being said, Ezra wasn't my favorite brother even though I enjoyed this book. Let's see if Nic can be "that" brother...
*I received this book from the Jeep Diva in exchange for my honest opinion.
July 14, 2017
I've been dying to get my hands on Ezra's book ever since I finished Drakon's Prey in April!And I'm really glad I didn't have to wait too long!
This is the third book in the Blood of the Drakon series and it features Ezra, the third of the four brothers who is a water drakon.Both Darius and Tarrant have found their mates and Ezra is starting to feel the pangs of loneliness.In the previous books we only get to see glimpses of the quiet Ezra which had me really curious to learn more about him.And I got my fill in this one!
Sam is an archaeologist with a gift for finding artifacts.But that's not the only reason she's on a salvage boat working for the Knights.She wants revenge since they killed her mentor.And if being able to just steal away atleast one of the artifacts that they're searching for is something she can do, she's ready to do it.But she's surrounded by danger and she knows it.
After taking the artifact,getting shot and almost drowning she's saved by a man who seems to have appeared out of nowhere.But there is this undeniable connection between them..
Ezra doesn't know why he saved Sam, but he knows he isn't ready to let her go just yet.She maybe working for the Knights, but her stories say otherwise.And the drakon within him knows that she is his.But will they be able to survive the storm that is heading their way?
The relationship between Ezra and Sam developed quite quickly,even faster than the ones in the previous books.But it was done in a completely believable manner!I could feel the connection and the chemistry between them and also could understand the reasoning behind the decisions that they made.Ezra and Sam were great main characters!But I think Sam was my favorite.The way she was level headed,independent but not hasty and, fiercely protective made me love her just as much as Ezra did.Ezra was so amazing!The drakon brothers have such different personalities and temperaments, but have a connection and few similarities too!
The action and the way the author built up and kept expanding the plot had me on the edge of my seat!By the end, I was left feeling even more curious than I was before!
And the next book is going to be Nic's!!Can I just say how excited I am for it!It's so sad to see him all alone when all his brothers have been paired up!But he'll be meeting his girl soon!And I think I might have a few guesses on who it could be!But who knows I could be completely wrong as well!
You can also find my reviews of the previous books in the series here :
Drakon's Promise
Drakon's Prey
This is the third book in the Blood of the Drakon series and it features Ezra, the third of the four brothers who is a water drakon.Both Darius and Tarrant have found their mates and Ezra is starting to feel the pangs of loneliness.In the previous books we only get to see glimpses of the quiet Ezra which had me really curious to learn more about him.And I got my fill in this one!
Sam is an archaeologist with a gift for finding artifacts.But that's not the only reason she's on a salvage boat working for the Knights.She wants revenge since they killed her mentor.And if being able to just steal away atleast one of the artifacts that they're searching for is something she can do, she's ready to do it.But she's surrounded by danger and she knows it.
After taking the artifact,getting shot and almost drowning she's saved by a man who seems to have appeared out of nowhere.But there is this undeniable connection between them..
Ezra doesn't know why he saved Sam, but he knows he isn't ready to let her go just yet.She maybe working for the Knights, but her stories say otherwise.And the drakon within him knows that she is his.But will they be able to survive the storm that is heading their way?
The relationship between Ezra and Sam developed quite quickly,even faster than the ones in the previous books.But it was done in a completely believable manner!I could feel the connection and the chemistry between them and also could understand the reasoning behind the decisions that they made.Ezra and Sam were great main characters!But I think Sam was my favorite.The way she was level headed,independent but not hasty and, fiercely protective made me love her just as much as Ezra did.Ezra was so amazing!The drakon brothers have such different personalities and temperaments, but have a connection and few similarities too!
The action and the way the author built up and kept expanding the plot had me on the edge of my seat!By the end, I was left feeling even more curious than I was before!
And the next book is going to be Nic's!!Can I just say how excited I am for it!It's so sad to see him all alone when all his brothers have been paired up!But he'll be meeting his girl soon!And I think I might have a few guesses on who it could be!But who knows I could be completely wrong as well!
You can also find my reviews of the previous books in the series here :
Drakon's Promise
Drakon's Prey
July 2, 2017
My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!
***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!! Yes, I got a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book! I loved this book, so I bought it and the rest of the series to read!
The cover is beautiful and my favorite kind because it has both gorgeous beasts on the cover!
This is the 3rd book in the series, but it is the first one I’m reading. I saw the book, and it intrigued me. I didn’t know there were others at the time, but I do now and have bought them all. I also had another reading friend tell me I would like these, and she was sooo right! This book is for adults only due to the steamy content and violence.
N.J. creates a really unique and awesome world! Wow, she had me from the start, and it is really cool! I especially loved the difference between dragons and drakons.
I really liked Sam from the beginning because she is brave and fierce when it comes to people she cares about. Ezra has a similar personality when it comes to his family. He is not sure why, but he is drawn to Sam. Sam is brilliant and makes some compelling arguments and hypotheses that represent it. This book is action packed with all the trouble with the Knights. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books in this series!
I highly recommend to any dragon or drakon lover because this book was awesome and action-packed!
***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!! Yes, I got a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book! I loved this book, so I bought it and the rest of the series to read!
The cover is beautiful and my favorite kind because it has both gorgeous beasts on the cover!
This is the 3rd book in the series, but it is the first one I’m reading. I saw the book, and it intrigued me. I didn’t know there were others at the time, but I do now and have bought them all. I also had another reading friend tell me I would like these, and she was sooo right! This book is for adults only due to the steamy content and violence.
N.J. creates a really unique and awesome world! Wow, she had me from the start, and it is really cool! I especially loved the difference between dragons and drakons.
I really liked Sam from the beginning because she is brave and fierce when it comes to people she cares about. Ezra has a similar personality when it comes to his family. He is not sure why, but he is drawn to Sam. Sam is brilliant and makes some compelling arguments and hypotheses that represent it. This book is action packed with all the trouble with the Knights. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books in this series!
I highly recommend to any dragon or drakon lover because this book was awesome and action-packed!
June 26, 2021
Dragons!...or drakons as they're hybrids. They still turn into dragons, so same thing.
July 12, 2017
Book 3 led to a theory, one that I though after book 2 and it wasn't nice to read the words out.
But I was still really nowhere because a surprise came, the few names from the previous books were mentioned such as Gervais and his purpose.
And certainly, this book was a romance book between an human and a 3rd drakon, in a different set since each of them have some kind of prefer territory. Then, this one gave a bit more of background story and also gave a glimpse of Nic. Nic, one character I now really want to read about because it would be the last? maybe not and they would be for sure some deep change.
But I was still really nowhere because a surprise came, the few names from the previous books were mentioned such as Gervais and his purpose.
And certainly, this book was a romance book between an human and a 3rd drakon, in a different set since each of them have some kind of prefer territory. Then, this one gave a bit more of background story and also gave a glimpse of Nic. Nic, one character I now really want to read about because it would be the last? maybe not and they would be for sure some deep change.
July 28, 2017
3.5-4
July 14, 2017
I absolutely love this series!! It's amazing how you can fall in love with each brother but can't pick who you like the best. This book centers around Sam Bellamy and Ezra Easton.
Sam just wants justice for her murdered mentor by a secret society, The Knights of the Dragon. She is an archaeologist of mythological items, a profession her peers scoff at, but she has an affinity for those items of power. She is tasked with unearthing the contents of a sunken ship, the Reliant. It has great significance to The Knights of the Dragon, because their leader thinks there are items/books of use to capture and enslave the drakons. If she can stop The Knights of the Dragon from getting their hands on anything of power she will do that in the name of justice for her mentor. She doesn't believe in dragons, she believes all myths are based in fact but that doesn't mean dragons walked the earth. When she finds a sacred artifact pulsing with power she just knows she has to get it off the boat and hope she doesn't get captured or killed.
Ezra is content just running his salvaged ship company and swimming in the ocean in dragon form. He likes his solitude even going so far as to live on an isolated island by himself. Then when his brothers here chatter of a ship looking for artifacts off the coast of his island they task him with going to check it out. But what he doesn't count on is finding a woman sneaking about the ship trying to escape and then getting shot at. His dragon half just wants to protect the woman but his man half doesn't feel the same compulsion. After he rescues her and gets her to his island there is an instant connection between her and both of his halves. When she finds out his true nature she will do anything to protect him even if that means leaving and pulling the Knights away from his Island. Can you expect a 4,000 year old drakon to give up the treasure he has salvage from the ocean especially a sexy, sassy redheaded woman?
** I voluntarily read an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review **
Sam just wants justice for her murdered mentor by a secret society, The Knights of the Dragon. She is an archaeologist of mythological items, a profession her peers scoff at, but she has an affinity for those items of power. She is tasked with unearthing the contents of a sunken ship, the Reliant. It has great significance to The Knights of the Dragon, because their leader thinks there are items/books of use to capture and enslave the drakons. If she can stop The Knights of the Dragon from getting their hands on anything of power she will do that in the name of justice for her mentor. She doesn't believe in dragons, she believes all myths are based in fact but that doesn't mean dragons walked the earth. When she finds a sacred artifact pulsing with power she just knows she has to get it off the boat and hope she doesn't get captured or killed.
Ezra is content just running his salvaged ship company and swimming in the ocean in dragon form. He likes his solitude even going so far as to live on an isolated island by himself. Then when his brothers here chatter of a ship looking for artifacts off the coast of his island they task him with going to check it out. But what he doesn't count on is finding a woman sneaking about the ship trying to escape and then getting shot at. His dragon half just wants to protect the woman but his man half doesn't feel the same compulsion. After he rescues her and gets her to his island there is an instant connection between her and both of his halves. When she finds out his true nature she will do anything to protect him even if that means leaving and pulling the Knights away from his Island. Can you expect a 4,000 year old drakon to give up the treasure he has salvage from the ocean especially a sexy, sassy redheaded woman?
** I voluntarily read an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review **
July 2, 2017
'Drakon's Plunder' by N.J. Walters is book Three in the "Blood of the Drakon" series. This is the story of Sam Bellamy (who is a women) and Ezra Easton (who is a dragon shiftier). I have not yet read the other books, so for me this was a standalone book. Sam is trying to find information on the man/group that killed her mentor. In doing that she had to go undercover to try to get information. Doing so has placed her on a ship that now she is having to escape from. When she in rescued by Ezra who find her unconscious. Ezra is after the same people Sam is but at first he not sure if she is with the people that he and his fellow brothers are looking for. But Ezra does know that he is attracted to her and 'his dragon' is not wanting him to hurt her. Sam too is unsure at first if Ezra is a friend or foe. But the soon learn what the other is about and Ezra trust her enough to let her into his secret of his dragon.
I so enjoyed this book that I want to go back and find the other!
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July 12, 2017
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Publication Date: July 3, 2017
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Rated 4.5 Stars
Every time I pick up a book in this series I fall more in love with these drakons! I loved Ezra! DRAKON’S PLUNDER is the third book in N.J. Walters paranormal series, Blood of the Drakon. DRAKON’S PLUNDER is Ezra, a water dragon recluse, and Sam, an archaeologist’s story. Danger, romance and sexy dragons…I loved it! N. J. Walter’s paranormal world of drakons (half dragons/ half men) and knights, set in present day, is unique and exciting. I can’t wait for the next brother’s book and I’m hoping there are more drakons introduced in the series so it can continue. I’m obsessed with these dragons and I highly recommend this series for paranormal fans!
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Every time I pick up a book in this series I fall more in love with these drakons! I loved Ezra! DRAKON’S PLUNDER is the third book in N.J. Walters paranormal series, Blood of the Drakon. DRAKON’S PLUNDER is Ezra, a water dragon recluse, and Sam, an archaeologist’s story. Danger, romance and sexy dragons…I loved it! N. J. Walter’s paranormal world of drakons (half dragons/ half men) and knights, set in present day, is unique and exciting. I can’t wait for the next brother’s book and I’m hoping there are more drakons introduced in the series so it can continue. I’m obsessed with these dragons and I highly recommend this series for paranormal fans!
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June 13, 2017
Sam does Ezra some good, “you can do all the work. I’ll just lie here.” She was teasing him. He couldn’t remember the last time a woman had teased him like this..." I loved the placating tone Ezra has with Sam at times, "it was getting more difficult to think with her touching him. “I’m a water drakon, sweetheart. I don’t need rescuing when I’m in the water.” I really liked this, I loved Ezra and how protective he was.
June 17, 2017
I really like this one I had not read the first 2 in the series but had no problem following the book and now I will go back to read the first 2 because I loved the characters and N.J. Walters writing is as alway fun to read.
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February 2, 2022
I loved how these two just “got” each other right from the start. They didn’t know each other, they didn’t trust each other, but they understood each other. They had chemistry to spare, which often distracted them from tasks at hand, which only complimented the connection they already had. It didn’t take long for them to accept they were meant to be together and get on with the tasks at hand in beating the Knights!
October 13, 2021
I listened to the audiobook and the narrator did a good job.
not-interested-anymore
January 30, 2018"There is a lot of sex wrapped around a thin, barely there plot."
This review pefectly sums up how I feel about this book. I'm DNF'ing this book and moving on to the next one.
This review pefectly sums up how I feel about this book. I'm DNF'ing this book and moving on to the next one.
July 31, 2017
I have really been loving the Blood of the Drakon series, and book 3 is a solid addition to the story.
This time, the heroine is Sam Bellamy, an archaeologist working on a salvage dive sponsored by Karina Azarov. You might remember that Karina is the head of the Knights of the Dragon, an ancient organization whose purpose is to enslave dragon shifters (drakons) for their blood. Sam has her own agenda in working with the Knights, and when she finds an artifact the Knights are desperate to get their hands on, she steals it and sneaks away in the night. When she gets shot during her escape, she’s saved by water drakon Ezra Easton. As in the earlier books, Ezra isn’t sure who Sam is or whether he can trust her, but the Knights are definitely hunting her, and she did steal something important from them, so Ezra decides to play the ignorant rescuer while he tries to learn more about Sam.
I’ve really liked all the heroines in the series, but Sam is definitely my favorite so far! She is incredibly smart, and I loved her practicality and quick mind. For instance, when Ezra first shows her his shifting abilities, she is the only heroine to have doubted what she saw. Come on, wouldn’t you think something was wrong with your brain if the sexy guy kinda sorta holding you captive (they’re on an island and she has no way to leave on her own) suddenly changed into a dragon?! Of course, as Sam learns more she accepts the situation, but she remains curious and thoughtful about it. She’s also the only one to really consider why these drakon brothers are suddenly falling in love at the same time, and she has excellent instincts about how to handle the Knights as well. Without Sam, I probably would have given this book a slightly lower score; I enjoyed her that much.
These books are not reinventing the wheel. The brothers are all similar to each other. They’re all possessive, all domineering, all hot for the heroines instantly, and all sex gods on earth. Ezra isn’t much different, which is fine because these books have sucked me in. I am interested in how the brothers will manage to stop the Knights (because we all know they’re going to stop ‘em), and I’m VERY interested in the final brother, Nic, who I’m hoping is more complex than his playboy image might suggest. I haven’t heard yet when the next book is coming out, but I will eagerly wait for it.
Grade: 4 out of 5
This time, the heroine is Sam Bellamy, an archaeologist working on a salvage dive sponsored by Karina Azarov. You might remember that Karina is the head of the Knights of the Dragon, an ancient organization whose purpose is to enslave dragon shifters (drakons) for their blood. Sam has her own agenda in working with the Knights, and when she finds an artifact the Knights are desperate to get their hands on, she steals it and sneaks away in the night. When she gets shot during her escape, she’s saved by water drakon Ezra Easton. As in the earlier books, Ezra isn’t sure who Sam is or whether he can trust her, but the Knights are definitely hunting her, and she did steal something important from them, so Ezra decides to play the ignorant rescuer while he tries to learn more about Sam.
I’ve really liked all the heroines in the series, but Sam is definitely my favorite so far! She is incredibly smart, and I loved her practicality and quick mind. For instance, when Ezra first shows her his shifting abilities, she is the only heroine to have doubted what she saw. Come on, wouldn’t you think something was wrong with your brain if the sexy guy kinda sorta holding you captive (they’re on an island and she has no way to leave on her own) suddenly changed into a dragon?! Of course, as Sam learns more she accepts the situation, but she remains curious and thoughtful about it. She’s also the only one to really consider why these drakon brothers are suddenly falling in love at the same time, and she has excellent instincts about how to handle the Knights as well. Without Sam, I probably would have given this book a slightly lower score; I enjoyed her that much.
These books are not reinventing the wheel. The brothers are all similar to each other. They’re all possessive, all domineering, all hot for the heroines instantly, and all sex gods on earth. Ezra isn’t much different, which is fine because these books have sucked me in. I am interested in how the brothers will manage to stop the Knights (because we all know they’re going to stop ‘em), and I’m VERY interested in the final brother, Nic, who I’m hoping is more complex than his playboy image might suggest. I haven’t heard yet when the next book is coming out, but I will eagerly wait for it.
Grade: 4 out of 5
September 10, 2017
Good book. I like her characters and this one was different than a lot of books I read because it has water as the main setting for quite a bit of the book. Now on to Nic.
July 5, 2017
Having read Drakon’s Promise and Drakon’s Prey, I was keeping an eye out for the next book in the series, Drakon’s Plunder. So, imagine my delight when I saw it on Netgalley! This is a series I have read and loved and, just like with the first two books, the cover stands out. That slight smile and peek at his tattoo? Purrrrrrr! Plus, I’ve been waiting for Ezra’s story and and delighted that his is next in line! I jumped at the chance and received an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.
And, honestly, I liked it! This story picks up right where Drakon's Prey left off. Darius and Sarah are on the run, Tarrant and Valeriya are in the Pacific Northwest, and Ezra is off the coast of Maine doing his water drakon thing. The Knights of the Dragon are looking for Darius, but don’t know about the rest of the family. They also have a crew exploring a shipwreck off the coast of Maine, looking for relics, and when you have Knights so close to Ezra, you know action will ensue. Much like Sarah and Valeriya, the heroine of this story, Sam, has a superpower sense that ties her to the Drakon’s story. In this instance, it is an awareness of supernatural artifacts and much of the plot is related to keeping artifacts safe and away from the Knights.
As for the story itself, the plot and pacing for this book are much slower than the other two. Aside from two real action scenes, the plot is mostly Ezra and Sam realizing the depths of their affection. And, even then, it feels a bit stilted. First off, Sam is way too okay with having been essentially kidnapped and while she questions and eventually comes to grips with having no way off the island, it was very unemotional. Then Ezra and Sam fall into bed very quickly – and very often. But, aside from his Dragon wanting to be close to her, we have very little in the way of conversation or shared experiences to bond them. And, even the bedroom stuff seems stilted or heavily one sided since he is repeatedly trying to set his lust aside and think about her needs – they hardly seem to be on the same level of interests in the bedroom stuff. Don’t get me wrong, the scenes are sweetly hawt, particularly that bathroom scene, but the internal reminders that he needs to do something besides bang get a bit tiresome and awkward. The story moves very quickly over a matter of days. But, there is no witty banter between Sam and Ezra and I really wonder what draws them to each other. Everything is just a rushed “I love you” and “We’re together forever!” without the courtship and solid basis to build that future with.
In general, though, I would say the writing is top notch – clearly this is an author that has spent a considerable amount of time writing about shifters. There is a lot of detail to the environment, the settings, and secondary characters are all well developed. You have a clear mental picture of the setting and a general idea of how the characters will behave, based on their personality’s development and descriptions.
The only reason I am giving this book 3 stars instead of 4 or 5 is because it felt like a transitional novel. The first book set up the good guys, the bad guys, and the general conflict. The second book saw that conflict come to a head. But, this one didn’t really have a lot of forward momentum. In fact, it opens it up the possibility of more than 4 books in the series – a number I had assumed based on the number of brothers. I don’t see how the 4th book will wrap up all the conflict and storylines, though, if it does, it will be one whopper of a fantastic book and I can’t wait to read it!!! No, but really. Gimme gimme gimme!
And, honestly, I liked it! This story picks up right where Drakon's Prey left off. Darius and Sarah are on the run, Tarrant and Valeriya are in the Pacific Northwest, and Ezra is off the coast of Maine doing his water drakon thing. The Knights of the Dragon are looking for Darius, but don’t know about the rest of the family. They also have a crew exploring a shipwreck off the coast of Maine, looking for relics, and when you have Knights so close to Ezra, you know action will ensue. Much like Sarah and Valeriya, the heroine of this story, Sam, has a superpower sense that ties her to the Drakon’s story. In this instance, it is an awareness of supernatural artifacts and much of the plot is related to keeping artifacts safe and away from the Knights.
As for the story itself, the plot and pacing for this book are much slower than the other two. Aside from two real action scenes, the plot is mostly Ezra and Sam realizing the depths of their affection. And, even then, it feels a bit stilted. First off, Sam is way too okay with having been essentially kidnapped and while she questions and eventually comes to grips with having no way off the island, it was very unemotional. Then Ezra and Sam fall into bed very quickly – and very often. But, aside from his Dragon wanting to be close to her, we have very little in the way of conversation or shared experiences to bond them. And, even the bedroom stuff seems stilted or heavily one sided since he is repeatedly trying to set his lust aside and think about her needs – they hardly seem to be on the same level of interests in the bedroom stuff. Don’t get me wrong, the scenes are sweetly hawt, particularly that bathroom scene, but the internal reminders that he needs to do something besides bang get a bit tiresome and awkward. The story moves very quickly over a matter of days. But, there is no witty banter between Sam and Ezra and I really wonder what draws them to each other. Everything is just a rushed “I love you” and “We’re together forever!” without the courtship and solid basis to build that future with.
In general, though, I would say the writing is top notch – clearly this is an author that has spent a considerable amount of time writing about shifters. There is a lot of detail to the environment, the settings, and secondary characters are all well developed. You have a clear mental picture of the setting and a general idea of how the characters will behave, based on their personality’s development and descriptions.
The only reason I am giving this book 3 stars instead of 4 or 5 is because it felt like a transitional novel. The first book set up the good guys, the bad guys, and the general conflict. The second book saw that conflict come to a head. But, this one didn’t really have a lot of forward momentum. In fact, it opens it up the possibility of more than 4 books in the series – a number I had assumed based on the number of brothers. I don’t see how the 4th book will wrap up all the conflict and storylines, though, if it does, it will be one whopper of a fantastic book and I can’t wait to read it!!! No, but really. Gimme gimme gimme!
January 6, 2025
I've been dying to get my hands on Ezra's book ever since I finished Drakon's Prey in April!And I'm really glad I didn't have to wait too long!
This is the third book in the Blood of the Drakon series and it features Ezra, the third of the four brothers who is a water drakon.Both Darius and Tarrant have found their mates and Ezra is starting to feel the pangs of loneliness.In the previous books we only get to see glimpses of the quiet Ezra which had me really curious to learn more about him.And I got my fill in this one!
Sam is an archaeologist with a gift for finding artifacts.But that's not the only reason she's on a salvage boat working for the Knights.She wants revenge since they killed her mentor.And if being able to just steal away atleast one of the artifacts that they're searching for is something she can do, she's ready to do it.But she's surrounded by danger and she knows it.
After taking the artifact,getting shot and almost drowning she's saved by a man who seems to have appeared out of nowhere.But there is this undeniable connection between them..
Ezra doesn't know why he saved Sam, but he knows he isn't ready to let her go just yet.She maybe working for the Knights, but her stories say otherwise.And the drakon within him knows that she is his.But will they be able to survive the storm that is heading their way?
The relationship between Ezra and Sam developed quite quickly,even faster than the ones in the previous books.But it was done in a completely believable manner!I could feel the connection and the chemistry between them and also could understand the reasoning behind the decisions that they made.Ezra and Sam were great main characters!But I think Sam was my favorite.The way she was level headed,independent but not hasty and, fiercely protective made me love her just as much as Ezra did.Ezra was so amazing!The drakon brothers have such different personalities and temperaments, but have a connection and few similarities too!
The action and the way the author built up and kept expanding the plot had me on the edge of my seat!By the end, I was left feeling even more curious than I was before!
And the next book is going to be Nic's!!Can I just say how excited I am for it!It's so sad to see him all alone when all his brothers have been paired up!But he'll be meeting his girl soon!And I think I might have a few guesses on who it could be!But who knows I could be completely wrong as well!
You can also find my reviews of the previous books in the series here :
Drakon's Promise
Drakon's Prey
This is the third book in the Blood of the Drakon series and it features Ezra, the third of the four brothers who is a water drakon.Both Darius and Tarrant have found their mates and Ezra is starting to feel the pangs of loneliness.In the previous books we only get to see glimpses of the quiet Ezra which had me really curious to learn more about him.And I got my fill in this one!
Sam is an archaeologist with a gift for finding artifacts.But that's not the only reason she's on a salvage boat working for the Knights.She wants revenge since they killed her mentor.And if being able to just steal away atleast one of the artifacts that they're searching for is something she can do, she's ready to do it.But she's surrounded by danger and she knows it.
After taking the artifact,getting shot and almost drowning she's saved by a man who seems to have appeared out of nowhere.But there is this undeniable connection between them..
Ezra doesn't know why he saved Sam, but he knows he isn't ready to let her go just yet.She maybe working for the Knights, but her stories say otherwise.And the drakon within him knows that she is his.But will they be able to survive the storm that is heading their way?
The relationship between Ezra and Sam developed quite quickly,even faster than the ones in the previous books.But it was done in a completely believable manner!I could feel the connection and the chemistry between them and also could understand the reasoning behind the decisions that they made.Ezra and Sam were great main characters!But I think Sam was my favorite.The way she was level headed,independent but not hasty and, fiercely protective made me love her just as much as Ezra did.Ezra was so amazing!The drakon brothers have such different personalities and temperaments, but have a connection and few similarities too!
The action and the way the author built up and kept expanding the plot had me on the edge of my seat!By the end, I was left feeling even more curious than I was before!
And the next book is going to be Nic's!!Can I just say how excited I am for it!It's so sad to see him all alone when all his brothers have been paired up!But he'll be meeting his girl soon!And I think I might have a few guesses on who it could be!But who knows I could be completely wrong as well!
You can also find my reviews of the previous books in the series here :
Drakon's Promise
Drakon's Prey
June 28, 2017
I am fast becoming a fan of this author and I absolutely love the concept of this series. Fabulous!
Ezra is one of the four Drakons' brothers. He owns a salvage company and enjoys living on his own on his private island. Being a water Drakon, he is in his element when he is in and near the sea.
Sam is an archaeologist who has a gift with certain artifacts. She suspects that her mentor has been murdered and wants some form of payback and, takes a job with the Knights of the Dragons to do just that. She believes that Dragons are mythical but, the Knights hunt them for power through greed.
When Sam feels the vibration of one of the artifacts recovered by the diving team during their excavation, she sees the opportunity to get her revenge. This object is quite likely what the Knights want and, she has no intentions of passing it on to them. She devises a plan to get away but, unfortunately, one of the ruthless Knights goes after her.
Ezra witnesses the attack on Sam and when she is injured, he does what any gentleman would do, even though, he suspects that she might be one of the Knights. He takes her to his home and tends to her. Funnily enough, Sam is not afraid of him when she recovers. Apprehensive. Yes. Who wouldn't be? She is taken by the colour of his eyes and his godlike physique as much as he is taken by her hair and her eyes. Well, and the rest. Their interactions are tentative to begin with, but they both want answers. They start trusting each other and most questions are answered. The attraction between them is palpable and when they give in, it's electric.
As the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that Sam did the right thing by removing the artifact from the ship. What they learn about this item is frightening. In the meantime, the Knights are intent on finding her. Dead or alive! Now that Ezra had found her, he intends on protecting her and keeping her. Strangely enough, Sam feels the same way. She is in mortal danger but, she would do anything to keep the Knights away from Ezra. Can they pull it off?
There is less action in this instalment as opposed to the first two but, suspense and mystery abound. The love between Sam and Ezra is steamy and passionate. It's good to see that the other brothers are always there, in the background with their support. I have enjoyed all three books in this series. They are addictive and compelling. Nic is the more sociable brother, and the insight into his life indicates that appearance can be deceiving. I am looking forward to read his story.
I was kindly issued with an eARC from the publisher via NetGalley and the views expressed are my personal opinion.
Ezra is one of the four Drakons' brothers. He owns a salvage company and enjoys living on his own on his private island. Being a water Drakon, he is in his element when he is in and near the sea.
Sam is an archaeologist who has a gift with certain artifacts. She suspects that her mentor has been murdered and wants some form of payback and, takes a job with the Knights of the Dragons to do just that. She believes that Dragons are mythical but, the Knights hunt them for power through greed.
When Sam feels the vibration of one of the artifacts recovered by the diving team during their excavation, she sees the opportunity to get her revenge. This object is quite likely what the Knights want and, she has no intentions of passing it on to them. She devises a plan to get away but, unfortunately, one of the ruthless Knights goes after her.
Ezra witnesses the attack on Sam and when she is injured, he does what any gentleman would do, even though, he suspects that she might be one of the Knights. He takes her to his home and tends to her. Funnily enough, Sam is not afraid of him when she recovers. Apprehensive. Yes. Who wouldn't be? She is taken by the colour of his eyes and his godlike physique as much as he is taken by her hair and her eyes. Well, and the rest. Their interactions are tentative to begin with, but they both want answers. They start trusting each other and most questions are answered. The attraction between them is palpable and when they give in, it's electric.
As the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that Sam did the right thing by removing the artifact from the ship. What they learn about this item is frightening. In the meantime, the Knights are intent on finding her. Dead or alive! Now that Ezra had found her, he intends on protecting her and keeping her. Strangely enough, Sam feels the same way. She is in mortal danger but, she would do anything to keep the Knights away from Ezra. Can they pull it off?
There is less action in this instalment as opposed to the first two but, suspense and mystery abound. The love between Sam and Ezra is steamy and passionate. It's good to see that the other brothers are always there, in the background with their support. I have enjoyed all three books in this series. They are addictive and compelling. Nic is the more sociable brother, and the insight into his life indicates that appearance can be deceiving. I am looking forward to read his story.
I was kindly issued with an eARC from the publisher via NetGalley and the views expressed are my personal opinion.
July 5, 2017
A suspenseful, paranormal romance that's a definite must read! Drakon's Plunder is the third book in the exciting Blood of the Drakon series, and things are getting more serious, complicated, and a whole lot hotter! With the unique storyline, complex characters you can't help but love, humor, angst, intense situations, and intriguing twists, this emotional roller-coaster of a story will have you turning the pages faster to see what happens next. A fantastic book, and addition to this excellent series!
Ezra and his brothers have been trying to hide their true identities, while simultaneously searching for any information on The Knights of the Dragon, the elusive group that hunts and captures Drakon's for their blood. When Ezra's brother calls with details about the head of the group attempting to salvage a shipwreck near the island where he lives, a ship that had supposedly been carrying items that were important to the group, he decides to check it out.
Ezra never thought he'd find a woman trying to escape the salvage boat, especially one that he feels unexpectedly protective towards. When her life is in danger, he does what he has to in order to protect her, even though he still doesn't know if she's working with the Knights or not. When it becomes clear that Sam had an ulterior motive for working on the boat, as well as stealing the artifacts that were recovered from the shipwreck, Ezra finally allows himself to acknowledge what his dragon already knows, that she's the one for them, and he's not letting Sam go.
Even with danger all around them, will Ezra and Sam be able to keep their attractions towards one another in check, or will the explosive chemistry between them be too much to contain? Knowing that she has to leave in order to keep Ezra safe, can Sam give in to her desire to be with him without getting her heart broken? Can Ezra convince Sam that they are safer and stronger together, and that he's not letting her go? Can Ezra keep them safe while trying to keep Sam hidden from the Knights, as well as keep his secret? You'll have to read it to find out!
If you haven't read this series, I suggest that you start from the beginning. You'll get to read fantastic stories, learn about each brother and couple, and the dynamics between the Drakon's and the Knights. You won't be disappointed!
I strongly recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
I have voluntarily reviewed this arc provided by the publisher via NetGalley.
Ezra and his brothers have been trying to hide their true identities, while simultaneously searching for any information on The Knights of the Dragon, the elusive group that hunts and captures Drakon's for their blood. When Ezra's brother calls with details about the head of the group attempting to salvage a shipwreck near the island where he lives, a ship that had supposedly been carrying items that were important to the group, he decides to check it out.
Ezra never thought he'd find a woman trying to escape the salvage boat, especially one that he feels unexpectedly protective towards. When her life is in danger, he does what he has to in order to protect her, even though he still doesn't know if she's working with the Knights or not. When it becomes clear that Sam had an ulterior motive for working on the boat, as well as stealing the artifacts that were recovered from the shipwreck, Ezra finally allows himself to acknowledge what his dragon already knows, that she's the one for them, and he's not letting Sam go.
Even with danger all around them, will Ezra and Sam be able to keep their attractions towards one another in check, or will the explosive chemistry between them be too much to contain? Knowing that she has to leave in order to keep Ezra safe, can Sam give in to her desire to be with him without getting her heart broken? Can Ezra convince Sam that they are safer and stronger together, and that he's not letting her go? Can Ezra keep them safe while trying to keep Sam hidden from the Knights, as well as keep his secret? You'll have to read it to find out!
If you haven't read this series, I suggest that you start from the beginning. You'll get to read fantastic stories, learn about each brother and couple, and the dynamics between the Drakon's and the Knights. You won't be disappointed!
I strongly recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
I have voluntarily reviewed this arc provided by the publisher via NetGalley.
July 4, 2017
Drakon's Plunder, N.J. Walters
Review from Jeannie Zelos book reviews
Genre: Romance,
First thing to say is that I didn't realise this was the third book in a series.
I was still able to follow the story, and the characters from the earlier books are referred to here, but not having read them didn't mean I lost the plot so to speak! They look interesting though so maybe a future read?
Anyway, Sam. I liked her. She'd had a tough time as an only child losing both parenst and regarded her mentor highly. He was killed, and having discovered it was a group called Knights of the Dragon, she wants vengeance.
They think she's a simple archaeologist, don't know of her talent for sensing powerful objects and she's keeping it that way. She's under no illusions about what type of people they are and what they plan for her, but she's out to stop them getting their hands on whatever is on the wreck. If they want it then its too powerful for them to have it is her thought, and she's out to stop them any way she can.
She's a great lead, strong and determined with a definite sense of whats morally right.
Then things go wrong, and she finds herself with a strange man, in a place that's unfamiliar. Slowly what happened comes back to her, but she doesn't know if she can trust him or if he belongs to the Knights group.
He's being very cagey which doesn't help, but that's because he doesn't know whether he can trust her. He's got a lot to hide, and a lot to lose if he gets it wrong.
I liked Ezra, hiding in plain sight, very close to his brothers and their mates, he's surprised at the possessiveness he feels for Sam. The Drakon's Tears...I loved that tough.
Between all that there's this sensual thread of arousal spinning between them....
Its a good read, a step up from the Human meets Shifter/Vampire/Supernatural of some sort that dominates the best sellers. Clearly readers love them, but I need a bit more story to my romance and this book delivers.
Its not as solid a story as a Mercy Thompson or Kate Daniels read, but it's an entertaining novel, in a series that sounds to build on each book with a stronger overall story. I do like those.
Stars: four, interesting and absorbing read with an unusual shifter type. Lots of sensual heat and spice too.
ARC supplied for review purposes by Netgalley and Publishers
Review from Jeannie Zelos book reviews
Genre: Romance,
First thing to say is that I didn't realise this was the third book in a series.
I was still able to follow the story, and the characters from the earlier books are referred to here, but not having read them didn't mean I lost the plot so to speak! They look interesting though so maybe a future read?
Anyway, Sam. I liked her. She'd had a tough time as an only child losing both parenst and regarded her mentor highly. He was killed, and having discovered it was a group called Knights of the Dragon, she wants vengeance.
They think she's a simple archaeologist, don't know of her talent for sensing powerful objects and she's keeping it that way. She's under no illusions about what type of people they are and what they plan for her, but she's out to stop them getting their hands on whatever is on the wreck. If they want it then its too powerful for them to have it is her thought, and she's out to stop them any way she can.
She's a great lead, strong and determined with a definite sense of whats morally right.
Then things go wrong, and she finds herself with a strange man, in a place that's unfamiliar. Slowly what happened comes back to her, but she doesn't know if she can trust him or if he belongs to the Knights group.
He's being very cagey which doesn't help, but that's because he doesn't know whether he can trust her. He's got a lot to hide, and a lot to lose if he gets it wrong.
I liked Ezra, hiding in plain sight, very close to his brothers and their mates, he's surprised at the possessiveness he feels for Sam. The Drakon's Tears...I loved that tough.
Between all that there's this sensual thread of arousal spinning between them....
Its a good read, a step up from the Human meets Shifter/Vampire/Supernatural of some sort that dominates the best sellers. Clearly readers love them, but I need a bit more story to my romance and this book delivers.
Its not as solid a story as a Mercy Thompson or Kate Daniels read, but it's an entertaining novel, in a series that sounds to build on each book with a stronger overall story. I do like those.
Stars: four, interesting and absorbing read with an unusual shifter type. Lots of sensual heat and spice too.
ARC supplied for review purposes by Netgalley and Publishers
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