Bella Forrest is a lover of fantasy, romance, action, and mystery infused stories with twists you don’t see coming. She has sold over fifteen million books since her first novel was published in 2012.
A LOVE THAT ENDURES (Trilogy) A Love that Endures 1 A Love that Endures 2 A Love that Endures 3
HARLEY MERLIN AND THE SECRET COVEN
Harley Merlin and the Secret Coven (Book 1) Harley Merlin and the Mystery Twins (Book 2) Harley Merlin and the Stolen Magicals (Book 3) Harley Merlin and the First Ritual (Book 4) Harley Merlin and the Broken Spell (Book 5) Harley Merlin and the Cult of Eris (Book 6) Harley Merlin and the Detector Fix (Book 7) Harley Merlin and the Challenge of Chaos (Book 8) Harley Merlin and the Mortal Pact (Book 9) Finch Merlin and the Fount of Youth (Book 10) Finch Merlin and the Lost Map (Book 11) Finch Merlin and the Djinn's Curse (Book 12) Finch Merlin and the Locked Gateway (Book 13) Finch Merlin and the Forgotten Kingdom (Book 14) Finch Merlin and the Everlasting Vow (Book 15) Finch Merlin and the Blood Tie (Book 16) Finch Merlin and the Legend of the Luminary Persie Merlin and Leviathan's Gift (Book 18) Persie Merlin and the Door to Nowhere (Book 19) Persie Merlin and the Witch Hunters (Book 20) Persie Merlin and the Dying Song (Book 21)
THE CHILD THIEF
The Child Thief (Book 1) Deep Shadows (Book 2) Thin Lines (Book 3) Little Lies (Book 4) Ghost Towns (Book 5) Zero Hour (Book 6)
The Gender Game (Book 1) The Gender Secret (Book 2) The Gender Lie (Book 3) The Gender War (Book 4) The Gender Fall (Book 5) The Gender Plan (Book 6) The Gender End (Book 7)
THE GIRL WHO DARED TO THINK
The Girl Who Dared to Think (Book 1) The Girl Who Dared to Stand (Book 2) The Girl Who Dared to Descend (Book 3) The Girl Who Dared to Rise (Book 4) The Girl Who Dared to Lead (Book 5) The Girl Who Dared to Endure (Book 6 The Girl Who Dared to Fight (Book 7)
A SHADE OF VAMPIRE
Season 1: Derek & Sofia’s story
Books 1 to 7
Season 2: Rose & Caleb’s story
Books 8 to 16
Season 3: The Shade continues with a new hero...
Books 17 to 24
Season 4: A Clan of Novaks
Books 25 to 32
Season 5: A Dawn of Guardians
Books 33 to 41
Season 6: A Gift of Three
Books 42 to 50
Season 7: A Call of Vampires
Books 51 to 59
Season 8: A Voyage of Founders
Books 60 to 68
Season 9: A Birth of Fire
Books 69 to 77
Season 10: An Origin of Vampires An Origin of Vampires (Book 78) A Game of Death (Book 79) A Veil of Dark (Book 80) A Bringer of Night (Book 81) A Circle of Nine (Book 82) A Bender of Spirit (Book 83) A Memory of Time (Book 84) A Shard of Soul (Book 85) A Break of Seals (Book 86)
Season 11: A Shade of Mystery A Shade of Mystery (Book 87) An Isle of Mirrors (Book 88) A Sanctuary of Foes (Book 89) A Ruler of Clones (Book 90) A Gate of Light (Book 91) A Dawn of Worlds (Book 92) ➜ Coming soon!
Still like the series, but am starting to really lose interest
I really enjoyed this series for a long time, but all of the time jumping and mixed breed characters are making this confusing and predictable at the same time. I literally had to make a cheat sheet after the first time jump to use as a reference to know which child belonged to what couple and what species they were. It's a real shame because some of the story lines are good, but they are feeling rushed and some of the characters just don't feel fully developed. It's almost as if you know the characters will be a couple as soon as they meet and everyone is matched and happy and ready to jump again. I really hope the next couple of books go back to more of the style of the beginning of the series otherwise I will be leaving the shade for good.
This book had me enthralled from start to finish, I literally could not put it down! If you haven't already become addicted to the shade I suggest you start. Bella will hook you into her world and you will fall in love with each and every character! 10/10
I don't know why I keep reading these! The plots are so repetitive and characters one dimensional. She ran out of storyline with the original characters so give them kids and now the kids can go through the same cycle. Trapped on a new world without parents and new species for them to fall in love with! I equate this series to watching embarrassing reality tv. It's something to do when nothing else is on. I get them for free with my kindle unlimited and it's an easy brain break.
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This book was really good. It started off with intesity and had an explosive and heartwrenching ending. What will their next move be? How will they fix this mess? A roller coaster ride of emotions(mostly love, hate, and sadness). Relationships get stronger and deeper, more species are introduced, surprises up Azael's sleeve are revealed. Just absolutely amazing...but i did have questions...
When I was about 80% into the book, I was somewhat confused. I had questions to some of the characters' actions. SPOILERS FROM HERE ON...
1) Draven uses his blood to transport everyone from the lagoon back to the mansion...the way they got there in the first place was by Sverik's blood because he'd never used or seen a passave stone before, so they wouldn't end up in Azazel's chamber coming through the stone taken from Hansa's tent. Wouldn't they be risking ending up there? Why wouldn't they use Sverik's blood again? It would gaurantee getting through to the masion.
2) This whole time they are concerned and strict about the oracles not going outside the sheild because Azazel can sense them. They seem to believe they are safe under the sheild and rhat Azazel doesn't know that there are 3 of them. The problem with that logic is thst they have already been outside the sheild...in the first book of this generation. That is how they met Bijarki.
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As always, Bella Forrest does an amazing job of keeping you invested in her created world and leaves you always wanting more. This author and series is one of my absolute favorites. I worried that with so many books in the series, that it would get old like with others I've read, however, the author manages to expand on her imaginary world in the most fascinating of ways that never take away from the story but only make it better. Bravo! I highly recommend this series if anyone is looking for adventure, romance and the paranormal! This is one you don't want to miss! But start with book 1!
On a mission to rally more people for the war agaisnt Azazel Serena meets some new and very interesting people that have a lot of similarities to some of the supernaturals from Earth. Somehow planted in their midsts from the very beginning someone betrays the group which leads to one of Vita's vision finally coming to fruition. I love all the different relationships and seeing them grow closer and stronger. One couple in particular surprised me by taking things to a whole new level. This such a good read. A lot of new characters are introduced and a lot of information is discovered that will hopefully help them turn this war in their favor.
Bella's imagination a mazes me each book keeps me reading till I finish and want to throw my kindle across the room because I want to know what's going to happen next. I don't know how she can keep them coming so quickly but I'm happy she does. Otherwise I would stop reading as I hate waiting for more. I love the shadians and just can't get enough. I think I'll cry whenvtge series ends let's hope there another 48 books.
I'm this chapter of ASOV, Serena and friends work on gathering allies. The oracles work on having visions that will aid in the war. Our friends face a betrayal. The story dragged until the end. Too much filler and not enough action. That is my only criticism. The end left us with apache expected cliffhanger. We will need to wait until 8/19 to see how our heros save the save!
I never would have believed it if someone had told me I'd be reading romance books and loving it! Granted these books are not your typical romance. If you're interested in reading this series, start from the beginning, not because you have to but because you'll be glad you did.
Bella definitely has one unique writing style that sucks anyone in!! I am so into this Season I haven't even thought much of back home at The Shade, Only Eritopia. I think this is by far My favorite season, however I better not promise that as I know I will be saying exactly the same on a future season. Bella is just that awesome!
Another book read and it was great book again. Great characters. It was funny in some places. It had action, figure out who was the traitor was. Had to finish the book. You need to read it.
Be prepared to have your emotions tested. There are situations and scenarios that will leave you gasping, laughing, happy, sad, mad and in awe. There are hints of new love and budding love is solidified.
Ok I just finished reading this book. The worst thing is I have to wait to read the next part. But I love the story. There are a few twists and turns. But that's what makes a good story. I was not disappointed and I don't think that you will be either.
I hate cliff hangers!!! Hurry up August 19th!!! Mrs. Bella, you are killing me!! Lol. I'm almost ready to just stop for a few months and wait for a few of the books to come out.... so I don't have to wait...
If you haven't read the series you really need to. You will be so caught up in the story you'll feel like you're right there with the characters. I recommend this book to anyone who loves paranormal. Bella Forrest has a very amazing ability in her writing.
Like always Bella wrote a remarkable book. I can't wait to read the next one to find out what is gonna happen. I just hope Vita will produce a side of her that will stun us all.
Omg I have been taking my time with these lately cause I hate the wait between but I just couldn't stop had me on the edge of my seat I can't wait till Saturday as always bella you amaze me with your wonderful books
Ah, oh my gosh! Like what just happened!? This book was just amazing! I love how they have rallied up an awesome alliance but now that things have changed I can't even fathom what's going to happen now! I guess we'll have to find out!
Great story as always I am so excited to see this finish I want the shade group to kick butt and hope vita is ok and that incubis for telling where they were well I'm anxious to see what happens to him
I use to love this series. Ever since the story twisted into this land of druids and succubi, it started to bore me. I tried really hard to get through this book. I made it to 75% before I just couldn't take it anymore.
This series just gets better. More weird and wonderful creatures come in to play with twists and turns you just can't unravel until the author gives you the answer and more peril and danger is revealed ..bring on the next in the series