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Belador Cosaint: Belador Book 9
New York Times Bestseller Dianna Love's latest urban fantasy is a high-action roller coaster ride in the deadly preternatural world of the Beladors and their dragon king.
Belador Maistir Vladimir Quinn and his team are hunting preternatural predators targeting innocent humans in Atlanta. A powerful entity behind the brutal attacks is determined to force their dragon king out into the open by threatening Belador families and exposing the preternatural world to humans. When Quinn’s daughter is kidnapped, he has no idea where to look. He could use the help of fiery Reese O’ Rinn and her remote viewing ability, but he has even less chance of locating Reese, who vanished into thin air the last time they met. When the VIPER coalition refuses to aid the Beladors, their dragon king invokes the ancient rule of cosaint to protect his people, but will that backfire on Quinn, the dragon and the Beladors?
“When it comes to urban fantasy stories, Dianna Love is a master.” ~~A. Richards, Always Reviewing
Belador Maistir Vladimir Quinn and his team are hunting preternatural predators targeting innocent humans in Atlanta. A powerful entity behind the brutal attacks is determined to force their dragon king out into the open by threatening Belador families and exposing the preternatural world to humans. When Quinn’s daughter is kidnapped, he has no idea where to look. He could use the help of fiery Reese O’ Rinn and her remote viewing ability, but he has even less chance of locating Reese, who vanished into thin air the last time they met. When the VIPER coalition refuses to aid the Beladors, their dragon king invokes the ancient rule of cosaint to protect his people, but will that backfire on Quinn, the dragon and the Beladors?
“When it comes to urban fantasy stories, Dianna Love is a master.” ~~A. Richards, Always Reviewing
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About the author
Dianna Love
79 books603 followersNew York Times best seller Dianna Love always liked to do things big…and still does. After spending many years traveling across country to create unusual marketing projects for Fortune 500 company, she’s now released her energetic muse on creating high-octane romantic thriller stories and urban fantasy. Her first book won the prestigious RITA® Award (as Dianna Love Snell) and she now has a new Slye Temp romantic thriller series with the most recent being DECEPTIVE TREASURES. Dianna also writes the NYT Bestselling Belador urban fantasy series and book 5 - DEMON STORM, will be available Oct 20, 2014
When not speaking at national and international events throughout the year, Dianna lives in the metro Atlanta area with her motorcycle-instructor husband and a tank full of unruly saltwater fish named after celebrities. For more on Dianna visit http://www.authordiannalove.com and "Dianna Love Fan Page" on Facebook.
When not speaking at national and international events throughout the year, Dianna lives in the metro Atlanta area with her motorcycle-instructor husband and a tank full of unruly saltwater fish named after celebrities. For more on Dianna visit http://www.authordiannalove.com and "Dianna Love Fan Page" on Facebook.
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September 14, 2018
I was spellbound! I loved this book! The Authors plot is superb! Characters are engaging and well thought out. When I can’t put a book down, it’s a great book! Through and through!
September 27, 2017
Belador Cosaint by Dianna Love is the 9th book in her fantastic Belador series. I am always amazed how Dianna Love always gives us another sensational story that flawlessly continues the flow of this series. She is one of my favorite authors, who I know that I will enjoy and love every moment of her books.
Vladimir Quinn has been one of our heroes from the start of this series, always being there for our fantastic heroine, Evalle. In Belador Cosaint, the story revolves around Quinn, who is searching for the daughter he never knew. In the last book, the Beladors moved out of Viper control with Daegan,the Dragon King, and he made Quinn the Belador Maister, helping to lead the Beladors against the Tribunal, and the evil Queen Maeve.
Before Quinn can devote his time to find his daughter, he must work with Daegan, Evalle, Storm and the rest of the Beladors to fight and rescue the Belador children being kidnapped. On top of that, the crazed evil witch, Veronika has escaped and everything points to Maeve being behind this. But Daegan is a good King, and he frees Quinn to continue his search, as his daughter can be very important having the blood of a Belador and MedB. Reese, will return to play a major part in this book, as she protects Phoedra; who was with her when she was kidnapped. Reese has powerful abilities due to having some Demon blood, and she makes a wonderful fantastic heroine. We already know the last time they met, that Reese and Quinn are strongly attracted to each other. Having disappeared on Quinn the last time, he is reluctant to trust her, but he needs Reese’s ability to be able to remote view, in helping to find Phoedra.
I am not going to tell too much more, since I do not want to give spoilers. What follows is an exciting pulse pounding adventure, with Quinn and Reese putting their lives in danger constantly. Queen Maeve and the witch Veronika are evils that must be reckoned with, and it will take all the Beladors; Evalle, Storm, Quinn, Daegan with Adrianna and Reese to fight to try and save them all, including Quinn’s daughter. The last third of the book was a wild sensational slam bang race to the finish.
There were some surprises that left things open. But I do have to say I did miss Evalle (and Feenix), who played a part but not big. Reese has turned out to be a great tenacious and powerful addition, and I am hoping for her to become part of the Belador team and Quinn in future books. Besides the wonderful male heroes, Dianna Love has also given us some fantastic heroines in Evalle, Adrianna and now Reese. If you love paranormal, urban fantasy, suspense and romance, with fantastic characters you should be reading this series. Please start with the first book, in order to know Evalle (one of the best kick-ass heroines) and all the Beladors. If you have not read Dianna Love, what are you waiting for?
Barb
The Reading Cafe
Vladimir Quinn has been one of our heroes from the start of this series, always being there for our fantastic heroine, Evalle. In Belador Cosaint, the story revolves around Quinn, who is searching for the daughter he never knew. In the last book, the Beladors moved out of Viper control with Daegan,the Dragon King, and he made Quinn the Belador Maister, helping to lead the Beladors against the Tribunal, and the evil Queen Maeve.
Before Quinn can devote his time to find his daughter, he must work with Daegan, Evalle, Storm and the rest of the Beladors to fight and rescue the Belador children being kidnapped. On top of that, the crazed evil witch, Veronika has escaped and everything points to Maeve being behind this. But Daegan is a good King, and he frees Quinn to continue his search, as his daughter can be very important having the blood of a Belador and MedB. Reese, will return to play a major part in this book, as she protects Phoedra; who was with her when she was kidnapped. Reese has powerful abilities due to having some Demon blood, and she makes a wonderful fantastic heroine. We already know the last time they met, that Reese and Quinn are strongly attracted to each other. Having disappeared on Quinn the last time, he is reluctant to trust her, but he needs Reese’s ability to be able to remote view, in helping to find Phoedra.
I am not going to tell too much more, since I do not want to give spoilers. What follows is an exciting pulse pounding adventure, with Quinn and Reese putting their lives in danger constantly. Queen Maeve and the witch Veronika are evils that must be reckoned with, and it will take all the Beladors; Evalle, Storm, Quinn, Daegan with Adrianna and Reese to fight to try and save them all, including Quinn’s daughter. The last third of the book was a wild sensational slam bang race to the finish.
There were some surprises that left things open. But I do have to say I did miss Evalle (and Feenix), who played a part but not big. Reese has turned out to be a great tenacious and powerful addition, and I am hoping for her to become part of the Belador team and Quinn in future books. Besides the wonderful male heroes, Dianna Love has also given us some fantastic heroines in Evalle, Adrianna and now Reese. If you love paranormal, urban fantasy, suspense and romance, with fantastic characters you should be reading this series. Please start with the first book, in order to know Evalle (one of the best kick-ass heroines) and all the Beladors. If you have not read Dianna Love, what are you waiting for?
Barb
The Reading Cafe
September 28, 2017
In the Belador series, many characters have encountered unthinkable circumstances when trying to keep others safe. Sometimes the individuals are complete strangers, yet this does not stop the dedicated group from doing whatever is necessary. But in the ninth book, not carrying out a successful mission could come at great personal cost. Quinn has always been a favorite character of mine since the first release, and this usually composed man feels anything but calm inside when the whereabouts of his daughter is unknown. Dianna Love takes her latest Belador release to new heights, as old enemies cause immense emotional suffering and their ongoing threats continue to escalate. BELADOR COSAINT is an imaginative urban fantasy filled with daring adventures and surprising revelations.
Atlanta is overrun with paranormal activity lately, and the Beladors are constantly trying to keep humans from learning about the beings that secretly share their world. Vladimir Quinn has been given the responsibility of making many of the critical choices which will keep the innocent protected and unaware. While he keeps his focus on always doing everything he can to be a great leader, in the back of his mind is a very personal matter that will hopefully be solved soon.
But before Quinn can look for the daughter whom he only recently found out existed, his new dragon king makes a decision which the group governing anyone with supernatural abilities does not like at all. Now the Beladors are watched closely by VIPER, and with Atlanta being threatened by even more problems, no one in the area is safe. Quinn desperately wants to locate his daughter, Phoedra, and keep his friends unharmed, yet his allegiance is repeatedly pulled in different directions.
Dianna Love has created a world where the supernatural remains hidden from unsuspecting humans, and dangerous situations often arise in the quest to keep mortals in the dark. I always thoroughly enjoy the many action-packed incidents that Evalle and her fellow Belador teammates are challenged by, and I was riveted to Quinn’s story as I wanted to discover how things would turn out for this man who has lost so much in the past. When a woman with whom he once interacted comes back into his life, he does not know whether Reese can be trusted or not. Though she may be energetic and is not one to back down when situations do not go as expected, what she leaves unsaid makes Quinn wary. Deciding whose side this fascinating woman is actually on may be a huge gamble with so many lives at stake, especially when it comes to his daughter. I got to see so many different sides to Quinn as he reacted to numerous unanticipated predicaments. BELADOR COSAINT has gripping escapades plus heartfelt emotional moments.
Many of the beloved characters in the series are featured from time to time, and the dragon king of the Beladors really made a big impression. There are also plenty of beings with evil intentions scattered throughout the book, and they prove just how wicked they can be when they desire something. I was once again held spellbound as battles are fought and emotions become entangled.
I voluntarily reviewed the book and all comments are my honest opinion.
Atlanta is overrun with paranormal activity lately, and the Beladors are constantly trying to keep humans from learning about the beings that secretly share their world. Vladimir Quinn has been given the responsibility of making many of the critical choices which will keep the innocent protected and unaware. While he keeps his focus on always doing everything he can to be a great leader, in the back of his mind is a very personal matter that will hopefully be solved soon.
But before Quinn can look for the daughter whom he only recently found out existed, his new dragon king makes a decision which the group governing anyone with supernatural abilities does not like at all. Now the Beladors are watched closely by VIPER, and with Atlanta being threatened by even more problems, no one in the area is safe. Quinn desperately wants to locate his daughter, Phoedra, and keep his friends unharmed, yet his allegiance is repeatedly pulled in different directions.
Dianna Love has created a world where the supernatural remains hidden from unsuspecting humans, and dangerous situations often arise in the quest to keep mortals in the dark. I always thoroughly enjoy the many action-packed incidents that Evalle and her fellow Belador teammates are challenged by, and I was riveted to Quinn’s story as I wanted to discover how things would turn out for this man who has lost so much in the past. When a woman with whom he once interacted comes back into his life, he does not know whether Reese can be trusted or not. Though she may be energetic and is not one to back down when situations do not go as expected, what she leaves unsaid makes Quinn wary. Deciding whose side this fascinating woman is actually on may be a huge gamble with so many lives at stake, especially when it comes to his daughter. I got to see so many different sides to Quinn as he reacted to numerous unanticipated predicaments. BELADOR COSAINT has gripping escapades plus heartfelt emotional moments.
Many of the beloved characters in the series are featured from time to time, and the dragon king of the Beladors really made a big impression. There are also plenty of beings with evil intentions scattered throughout the book, and they prove just how wicked they can be when they desire something. I was once again held spellbound as battles are fought and emotions become entangled.
I voluntarily reviewed the book and all comments are my honest opinion.
November 19, 2017
Belador Cosaint by Dianna Love is the 9th book in her Belador series. This is another book that will be making its way to my favorites list.
Belador children being kidnapped! Quinn Daegan, Evalle, Storm and the rest of the Beladors will need to fight and rescue them. Quinn will be forced to put the search for the daughter he never knew on hold to ensure the rescue of the children before it is too late. But there will be those that stand in their way. The witch Veronika has escaped, and everything points to Maeve being responsible. Reece will return but will Quinn be able to let go of the past to trust her enough to help.
So much happens in this book that it is hard to express how fabulous it is in just a few sentences. All I can say is go grab this series and start reading it is definitely a journey worth traveling!!!
Belador children being kidnapped! Quinn Daegan, Evalle, Storm and the rest of the Beladors will need to fight and rescue them. Quinn will be forced to put the search for the daughter he never knew on hold to ensure the rescue of the children before it is too late. But there will be those that stand in their way. The witch Veronika has escaped, and everything points to Maeve being responsible. Reece will return but will Quinn be able to let go of the past to trust her enough to help.
So much happens in this book that it is hard to express how fabulous it is in just a few sentences. All I can say is go grab this series and start reading it is definitely a journey worth traveling!!!
December 23, 2019
I was glad to see that this book was about Quinn and his child. Quinn it was one of my favorite characters throughout this series and I was excited that he was one of the main people in this book. He definitely deserved find a woman that he could possibly love and also find his daughter.
September 28, 2017
Belador Cosaint by Dianna Love
Book 9 of the Belador urban fantasy series. Best to read them in order for the intricate dynamics of the various races.
This book continues the struggle and warring for power.
The dragon king vows to protect the Beladors and their families. He will do whatever is necessary to prevent more children from being kidnapped. When Quinn's daughter is one of the kidnapped victims, Reece is there to help. The tension rises as Veronika escapes her prison and the power grab escalates between the Maeve, the MedB, Viper, the Sterling witch and more.
It's an exciting rush that you hope your favorites survive.
I've felt sorry for Quinn in these last couple of books. He is so protective of his friends and yet can't seem to catch a break in his own life or in finding his daughter.
Not a cliff hanger. But definitely not the end of the power games.
An insight to Quinn.
Excerpt:
"It was in this moment with Reese that he realized the difference between what he'd experienced in the past and what he felt now. The sad truth was that Quinn's own burden of guilt and shame over his secret relationship had kept him from moving on emotionally. His heart had wandered around lost while he'd clung to his grief and focused on duty. He'd denied himself any semblance of a normal life, justifying his actions as being necessary to perform his duty.
He betrayed his people even though he hadn't known who Kizira was that first time.
For that, he truly believed he deserve no one."
Excerpt from Belador Cosaint by Dianna Love.
Book 9 of the Belador urban fantasy series. Best to read them in order for the intricate dynamics of the various races.
This book continues the struggle and warring for power.
The dragon king vows to protect the Beladors and their families. He will do whatever is necessary to prevent more children from being kidnapped. When Quinn's daughter is one of the kidnapped victims, Reece is there to help. The tension rises as Veronika escapes her prison and the power grab escalates between the Maeve, the MedB, Viper, the Sterling witch and more.
It's an exciting rush that you hope your favorites survive.
I've felt sorry for Quinn in these last couple of books. He is so protective of his friends and yet can't seem to catch a break in his own life or in finding his daughter.
Not a cliff hanger. But definitely not the end of the power games.
An insight to Quinn.
Excerpt:
"It was in this moment with Reese that he realized the difference between what he'd experienced in the past and what he felt now. The sad truth was that Quinn's own burden of guilt and shame over his secret relationship had kept him from moving on emotionally. His heart had wandered around lost while he'd clung to his grief and focused on duty. He'd denied himself any semblance of a normal life, justifying his actions as being necessary to perform his duty.
He betrayed his people even though he hadn't known who Kizira was that first time.
For that, he truly believed he deserve no one."
Excerpt from Belador Cosaint by Dianna Love.
October 10, 2017
Search for a girl with magical abilities and second chance at love for two people looking for her
*I received an ARC to read for this review*
This is book 9 in Dianna Love’s exciting and successful Belador UF series. As it is very much a progressive series it should probably be read in order as new readers might otherwise get lost among all the different characters, magic factions and references to past events.
The story is being driven by two intertwined plot lines: Quinn is looking for his daughter Phoedra now that he knows of her existense. Before he can find her she is abducted by another party who wants to bring the potentially powerful offspring of a Mebd priestess and a Belador warrior under their control. While searching for her, Quinn comes across Reese again who has been tasked to guard Phoedra. While working together and following Phoedra’s trail across the US the feelings between the two that were hinted at in the previous book deepen. Quinn is finally ready to let go of his pain and his deep sorrow at Kizira’s death and start living again and Reese, after a painful disappointment, is ready to give another man a chance (she also lusts after his body whenever she is near him). In order to get information about Phoedra’s whereabouts they have to fulfill a difficult quest in a magical realm…
Back in Atlanta trolls are targeting and abducting Belador children. Seth refuses to provide any support from the Viper Coalition, so Daegan, the Dragon King, declares Belador Cosaint, drawing all the Belador warriors in to protect their own, which weakens Viper. This provides an opportunity for Veronica, a dangerous witch to break out of her prison in Viper headquarters.
I’m a bit torn about this installment: I love the whole universe, the world-building, the setting in Atlanta and all the different magical factions and the various cast and how their lives and stories intersect. After all this time I was happy to see Quinn getting a second chance at love after it had seemed for a long time that he wouldn’t get over his grief. But I felt a bit disappointed that things between Reese and Quinn didn’t end in a really good place, although there is hope for the future. On a bigger scale I also feel like the series has moved away from it’s original thrust, that by introducing so many new characters and pantheons and plot twists it seems to have lost focus and there are now so many story lines and relationships and developments up in the air that I am not quit sure how the author is going to pull it all together. But still, I am very much invested in the characters, so I can hardly wait for the next installment. 4 ½ stars from me.
*I received an ARC to read for this review*
This is book 9 in Dianna Love’s exciting and successful Belador UF series. As it is very much a progressive series it should probably be read in order as new readers might otherwise get lost among all the different characters, magic factions and references to past events.
The story is being driven by two intertwined plot lines: Quinn is looking for his daughter Phoedra now that he knows of her existense. Before he can find her she is abducted by another party who wants to bring the potentially powerful offspring of a Mebd priestess and a Belador warrior under their control. While searching for her, Quinn comes across Reese again who has been tasked to guard Phoedra. While working together and following Phoedra’s trail across the US the feelings between the two that were hinted at in the previous book deepen. Quinn is finally ready to let go of his pain and his deep sorrow at Kizira’s death and start living again and Reese, after a painful disappointment, is ready to give another man a chance (she also lusts after his body whenever she is near him). In order to get information about Phoedra’s whereabouts they have to fulfill a difficult quest in a magical realm…
Back in Atlanta trolls are targeting and abducting Belador children. Seth refuses to provide any support from the Viper Coalition, so Daegan, the Dragon King, declares Belador Cosaint, drawing all the Belador warriors in to protect their own, which weakens Viper. This provides an opportunity for Veronica, a dangerous witch to break out of her prison in Viper headquarters.
I’m a bit torn about this installment: I love the whole universe, the world-building, the setting in Atlanta and all the different magical factions and the various cast and how their lives and stories intersect. After all this time I was happy to see Quinn getting a second chance at love after it had seemed for a long time that he wouldn’t get over his grief. But I felt a bit disappointed that things between Reese and Quinn didn’t end in a really good place, although there is hope for the future. On a bigger scale I also feel like the series has moved away from it’s original thrust, that by introducing so many new characters and pantheons and plot twists it seems to have lost focus and there are now so many story lines and relationships and developments up in the air that I am not quit sure how the author is going to pull it all together. But still, I am very much invested in the characters, so I can hardly wait for the next installment. 4 ½ stars from me.
April 15, 2025
Belador Cosaint flips the narrative in the best possible way by putting the spotlight on Quinn and Reese—two characters who’ve been dancing on the fringes of the main chaos for too long. If you thought the series was all Evalle and explosions, think again. This book is equal parts political intrigue, emotional depth, and “I can’t believe Quinn is this hot when stressed.”
Quinn, the ever-composed, enigmatic Celtic Belador, finally has to deal with more than just everyone else's disasters—he’s neck-deep in his own. We get to see what happens when his world is shaken, not by war or prophecy, but by feelings. Actual emotions. And Reese? She’s his match in every way. Fierce, intelligent, and just stubborn enough to hold her own in a world where trust is as rare as a day without someone casting a cursed spell.
Their chemistry isn’t just “will they/won’t they”—it’s “how long can they pretend the world’s ending doesn’t make them wildly hot for each other.” Their dynamic carries the book, and the emotional weight here is different than the high-octane Evalle-centered storylines. This one’s more personal. Intimate. Focused on duty, legacy, and navigating love when you’ve spent your life keeping everything at a safe distance.
Also: the deeper dive into the Belador Council, ancient bloodlines, and the increasing pressure of supernatural politics gives this book a broader, richer texture. We’re not just fighting to survive anymore—we’re seeing what it means to rule, to protect, to make impossible choices not just for survival but for legacy.
And don’t worry, Evalle and Storm are still around—Storm’s actually getting a break from his usual brooding (Evalle’s not actively dying for once, so that helps), and their scenes add a grounding presence without overshadowing Quinn and Reese.
Overall, Belador Cosaint is a quieter, more emotionally potent entry in the series that still manages to deliver tension, magic, and just enough peril to make you clench your jaw. It’s a satisfying shift in focus that adds serious depth to the series' universe—and if you weren’t a Quinn/Reese stan before, you absolutely will be now.
Quinn, the ever-composed, enigmatic Celtic Belador, finally has to deal with more than just everyone else's disasters—he’s neck-deep in his own. We get to see what happens when his world is shaken, not by war or prophecy, but by feelings. Actual emotions. And Reese? She’s his match in every way. Fierce, intelligent, and just stubborn enough to hold her own in a world where trust is as rare as a day without someone casting a cursed spell.
Their chemistry isn’t just “will they/won’t they”—it’s “how long can they pretend the world’s ending doesn’t make them wildly hot for each other.” Their dynamic carries the book, and the emotional weight here is different than the high-octane Evalle-centered storylines. This one’s more personal. Intimate. Focused on duty, legacy, and navigating love when you’ve spent your life keeping everything at a safe distance.
Also: the deeper dive into the Belador Council, ancient bloodlines, and the increasing pressure of supernatural politics gives this book a broader, richer texture. We’re not just fighting to survive anymore—we’re seeing what it means to rule, to protect, to make impossible choices not just for survival but for legacy.
And don’t worry, Evalle and Storm are still around—Storm’s actually getting a break from his usual brooding (Evalle’s not actively dying for once, so that helps), and their scenes add a grounding presence without overshadowing Quinn and Reese.
Overall, Belador Cosaint is a quieter, more emotionally potent entry in the series that still manages to deliver tension, magic, and just enough peril to make you clench your jaw. It’s a satisfying shift in focus that adds serious depth to the series' universe—and if you weren’t a Quinn/Reese stan before, you absolutely will be now.
September 26, 2017
There seems to be no end to the “amazing” that Dianna Love can deliver! In this current installment of the Belador Series we see the powers that be are tested, the powers that want to be are put in their place, and the power of unity overcome injustice! In Beladore Cosaint, the paranormal becomes normal as Quinn, a parent, is faced with how far he is willing to go for a child he has never known, how much he is willing to give of himself and his heart for what is best for his daughter; The human world and heart of a parent collides with the paranormal world to show that as a parent there are no lengths we won’t go! Quinn is also tested when he has to allow his cousin to grow up and he has no choice but to accept his help or possibly lose his daughter forever. Cousin isn’t so little anymore and is coming into her own, learning to let go and take risks in the name of love is something that Quinn is going to have to come to terms with.
We get a glimpse of all of our favorite characters and learn just what happens to Reese when she disappeared at the end of the last book. Though her blood runs demonic, her heart is all about Quinn’s daughter and what is best for her even if it means giving up what she wants for her own. Dianna Love doesn’t leave us in a love mush and not give us action! As always there is heart pumping, pulse racing excitement with each new adventure this group faces!
In the realm of the gods and goddesses, Cathbad has had enough; Queen Maeve continues to rock the insanity side of her intelligence and Daegan the Dragon King is done with Sen of Viper. We see just how much of an evil genius Veronica is and get a chuckle at the position Sen ends up in because of it. All that said you do NOT want to miss Belador Cosaint!!!! Dianna Love delivers and more!!!
I received this book from the publisher for purpose of an honest review.
We get a glimpse of all of our favorite characters and learn just what happens to Reese when she disappeared at the end of the last book. Though her blood runs demonic, her heart is all about Quinn’s daughter and what is best for her even if it means giving up what she wants for her own. Dianna Love doesn’t leave us in a love mush and not give us action! As always there is heart pumping, pulse racing excitement with each new adventure this group faces!
In the realm of the gods and goddesses, Cathbad has had enough; Queen Maeve continues to rock the insanity side of her intelligence and Daegan the Dragon King is done with Sen of Viper. We see just how much of an evil genius Veronica is and get a chuckle at the position Sen ends up in because of it. All that said you do NOT want to miss Belador Cosaint!!!! Dianna Love delivers and more!!!
I received this book from the publisher for purpose of an honest review.
September 26, 2017
Warning: May contain a few spoilers
Another awesome installment of The Belador Series, Dianna never fails to deliver. This time, Quinn is tasked by Daegan to find his daughter. Of course he has no idea where to begin, but with the help of his cousin and other friends he gets a lead. Reese O'Rinn is also trying to find Phoedra, sent by her "Boss". When they run into each other in Oklahoma, sparks fly. Together they hunt down the people who kidnapped Phoedra from her hometown. Quinn and Reese fight their mutual attraction, making the young Belador/Maub hybrid their priority. I loved when they end up in New Orleans and are "hosted" by the preternatural Leader of that community. It is scary and oh so interesting of a visit.
Meanwhile, Daegan has assumed Quinn's duties as Maistir of the Belador and is fighting his own battle, not only with Queen Maeve and Cathbad but with those kidnapping Belador children and humans. (A troll has to eat, right?) Getting no help from Viper, Daegan withdraws most of the Belador's to take care of their own, leaving Viper short. When Veronika manages to escape, Witchlock comes into play.
This book combines elements from the previous books, blending them together skillfully and with heart. The characters have depth, the story is fantastic and keeps one engaged the entire time. I couldn't put it down. Lovers of Urban Fantasy MUST check out this series. Fans of Dianna Love's will not be disappointed. Fast paced and exciting, Belador Cosaint continues to be one of my favorite series!
I received this book from the publisher for purpose of review.
Another awesome installment of The Belador Series, Dianna never fails to deliver. This time, Quinn is tasked by Daegan to find his daughter. Of course he has no idea where to begin, but with the help of his cousin and other friends he gets a lead. Reese O'Rinn is also trying to find Phoedra, sent by her "Boss". When they run into each other in Oklahoma, sparks fly. Together they hunt down the people who kidnapped Phoedra from her hometown. Quinn and Reese fight their mutual attraction, making the young Belador/Maub hybrid their priority. I loved when they end up in New Orleans and are "hosted" by the preternatural Leader of that community. It is scary and oh so interesting of a visit.
Meanwhile, Daegan has assumed Quinn's duties as Maistir of the Belador and is fighting his own battle, not only with Queen Maeve and Cathbad but with those kidnapping Belador children and humans. (A troll has to eat, right?) Getting no help from Viper, Daegan withdraws most of the Belador's to take care of their own, leaving Viper short. When Veronika manages to escape, Witchlock comes into play.
This book combines elements from the previous books, blending them together skillfully and with heart. The characters have depth, the story is fantastic and keeps one engaged the entire time. I couldn't put it down. Lovers of Urban Fantasy MUST check out this series. Fans of Dianna Love's will not be disappointed. Fast paced and exciting, Belador Cosaint continues to be one of my favorite series!
I received this book from the publisher for purpose of review.
September 19, 2017
Belador Cosaint is a great addition to this series and I was honored to be able to read and review an early reader copy of this book. It continues the fight that the Belador's and their friends have against evil. There are supernatural predators that are kidnapping children of the Belador's and destroying their families. Quinn and his team are trying to find out who is behind it all when at the same time he finds out that his daughter Phoedra has been found and then kidnapped. While searching for her he meets Reece who also is in search of Phoedra. Together they have to learn to trust each other and reveal that they have feelings that go further than friendship.
I was totally blown away by this book as so much happens to change the game play between the Belador's and Viper. Without giving away any spoilers we see one of the major threats be diminished but as usual nothing is ever easy and final in the Belador world and may not be the end at all. We get to see all the usual characters playing their parts for good and for evil and just when you think you know everything about a character something new is revealed about them or about a secret that they are hiding and that ending is just driving me crazy now!!!
I totally love this series and it's characters and their world as it's one that keeps growing by bringing in new threats and characters that you will either love or hate. Hat's off to Dianna Love for another thrilling and gripping action packed story that I just couldn't put down until id finished it.
5 Amazing Stars!
I was totally blown away by this book as so much happens to change the game play between the Belador's and Viper. Without giving away any spoilers we see one of the major threats be diminished but as usual nothing is ever easy and final in the Belador world and may not be the end at all. We get to see all the usual characters playing their parts for good and for evil and just when you think you know everything about a character something new is revealed about them or about a secret that they are hiding and that ending is just driving me crazy now!!!
I totally love this series and it's characters and their world as it's one that keeps growing by bringing in new threats and characters that you will either love or hate. Hat's off to Dianna Love for another thrilling and gripping action packed story that I just couldn't put down until id finished it.
5 Amazing Stars!
September 30, 2017
Dianna has a way of putting words on paper and sucking you into a world you'll beg to be a part of....
This installment - yet again - starts mere days after the last ended. (Go read it. We'll wait. Ready?) Daegan is absolutely coming into his own, after deposing the previous sovereignty. He is flexing his wings (pun intended) with the Belador and shows no compunction with pushing his (considerable) weight around with Sen and the Council - or with getting his hands dirty.
The storyline leads us to several different states (and realms), laying deference to NOLA's rich paranormal reputation, as we quest for the missing and the taken. There's a wealth of battles with magicks, deceit, secrets and betrayals as our main characters show personal growth and new-found maturity.
We have new frienemies, new allies-ish, new romance, old friends, new powers and - Dianna being Dianna - a whole new twist that leaves you begging for the new installment. (Why must you torture us so!)
If you're looking for a series to wrap you up in a world of wonder, magicks, action, humor and - hey, dragons - this is it. They're supremely well written, entertaining and relevant. I look forward to every word.
Oh, and Amazon? I received an ARC to read for this review.
This installment - yet again - starts mere days after the last ended. (Go read it. We'll wait. Ready?) Daegan is absolutely coming into his own, after deposing the previous sovereignty. He is flexing his wings (pun intended) with the Belador and shows no compunction with pushing his (considerable) weight around with Sen and the Council - or with getting his hands dirty.
The storyline leads us to several different states (and realms), laying deference to NOLA's rich paranormal reputation, as we quest for the missing and the taken. There's a wealth of battles with magicks, deceit, secrets and betrayals as our main characters show personal growth and new-found maturity.
We have new frienemies, new allies-ish, new romance, old friends, new powers and - Dianna being Dianna - a whole new twist that leaves you begging for the new installment. (Why must you torture us so!)
If you're looking for a series to wrap you up in a world of wonder, magicks, action, humor and - hey, dragons - this is it. They're supremely well written, entertaining and relevant. I look forward to every word.
Oh, and Amazon? I received an ARC to read for this review.
September 29, 2017
BELADOR COSAINT has gripping action and emotional scenes not to be missed!
Back in the world where the Belador’s try to ensure the supernatural remain hidden from unsuspecting humans, and dangerous situations often arise in the quest to keep them in the dark. Queen Maeve is determined to get her dragon back and targets Belador children. This leads to a split between the Belador’s and VIPER, with Sen refusing VIPERs help Daegan pulls Belador’s out of VIPER, which sees Sen the liaison with big problems and left relying on bounty hunters to swell the ranks. But that is only the start of Sen’s worries.
Many of the beloved characters in the series are featured in the book, with even Fennix getting a playmate, but the story’s main focus is on Quinn, a man who has lost so much in the past and is torn with being Belador Maister and searching for his unknown daughter.
When a woman he recently met comes back into his life, he does not know whether Reese can be trusted or not. There are still unanswered questions making it difficult for Quinn to decide whose side she is actually on.
I received an ARC to read for this review
Back in the world where the Belador’s try to ensure the supernatural remain hidden from unsuspecting humans, and dangerous situations often arise in the quest to keep them in the dark. Queen Maeve is determined to get her dragon back and targets Belador children. This leads to a split between the Belador’s and VIPER, with Sen refusing VIPERs help Daegan pulls Belador’s out of VIPER, which sees Sen the liaison with big problems and left relying on bounty hunters to swell the ranks. But that is only the start of Sen’s worries.
Many of the beloved characters in the series are featured in the book, with even Fennix getting a playmate, but the story’s main focus is on Quinn, a man who has lost so much in the past and is torn with being Belador Maister and searching for his unknown daughter.
When a woman he recently met comes back into his life, he does not know whether Reese can be trusted or not. There are still unanswered questions making it difficult for Quinn to decide whose side she is actually on.
I received an ARC to read for this review
September 28, 2017
This is a great book; this is the ninth book in the Belador Series was written by Dianna Love. Belador Maistir Vladimir Quinn and his team are hunting preternatural predators targeting innocent humans in Atlanta. A powerful entity behind the brutal attacks is determined to force their dragon king out into the open by threatening Belador families and exposing the preternatural world to humans. When Quinn’s daughter is kidnapped, he has no idea where to look. He could use the help of fiery Reese O’ Rinn and her remote viewing ability, but he has even less chance of locating Reese, who vanished into thin air the last time they met. This is a great book with a wonderful story and well developed characters. This book will keep you reading long into the night. If you are looking for a great book, then you need to read this book. I am looking forward to reading the next book by this great author. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader’s copy of this book. The free book held no determination on my personal review.
October 1, 2017
Wow! I'm not real sure exactly how to describe how fantastic this book was. It takes a special kind of writer to be able to take a series to nine books, and still have it going strong. Each time I get to the end of a book in this series, I am left speechless and in awe. Love's writing always has me ferociously flipping pages and completely oblivious to what is going on around me in the real world. Usually, by the time a series is this far in, I start to pick up patterns in the story, which makes it predictable. Or, I can feel the stories start to slow down, and know that the series is, or should be coming to an end. THIS IS NOT THE CASE WITH THE BELADORS. I found comfort in how I felt when I finished this one. There is still a lot of Belador story to tell, and everything is as far from predictable as you can get. If you are looking for a phenomenal series with strong stories, fierce characters, and no end in sight, I definitely recommend this one. Dianna Love's Belador series sets the bar for me when it comes to urban fantasy. I received an ARC to read for this review.
October 2, 2017
I fell in love with this series from the first page of the first book and I always wait eagerly for the next instalment. As Quinn has always been my favourite character I was particularly looking forward to Belador Cosaint, and Dianna Love again does not disappoint. This time for Quinn the mission he undertakes to find his daughter is deeply personal, as well as having possible destructive impact on the Beladors should their enemies locate Phoedra first and use her burgeoning powers against them. There is also Reese, their feelings for each other, and how far they can trust each other in the search for Quinn's daughter. Combine this with Belador children being kidnapped and the Beladors still finding their footing under Daegan's leadership and you have a story that is exciting and impossible to put down. Dianna writes in-depth and amazing characters, and her Belador world is one you can't help but want to immerse yourself in. A must read series.
I received an ARC to read for this review.
I received an ARC to read for this review.
November 3, 2017
Another exciting journey in the Belador series. Book 9 and still going strong. Dianna Love has proven amazing in the Urban Fantasy Genre. Since the first book, this series has not wavered a bit. Every book gets better and better and the story keeps drawing you in deeper and deeper. Nothing boring about this series at all. You think you can predict what is coming next, and then this series shows you that you can't. Every book has great surprises that you wouldn't expect. These characters are great and you fall in love with them all.
In this installment there is lots going on; Belador children are being kidnapped, some humans are being killed, the most evil of witches is on the lose, and Sen is still a jerk. There is romance, love, deadly obstacles, intense moments and laugh out loud moments. This one was focused mostly on Quinn and him trying to find his daughter. What a great journey and such an intense ride from beginning to end. I truly enjoyed this read and the ending. So looking forward to the next installment.
In this installment there is lots going on; Belador children are being kidnapped, some humans are being killed, the most evil of witches is on the lose, and Sen is still a jerk. There is romance, love, deadly obstacles, intense moments and laugh out loud moments. This one was focused mostly on Quinn and him trying to find his daughter. What a great journey and such an intense ride from beginning to end. I truly enjoyed this read and the ending. So looking forward to the next installment.
February 4, 2023
Belador family members are being murdered or kidnapped; Maeve’s consumed by re-obtaining her dragon throne; the Daegan’s establishing Dragon King rule over Beladors by working side by side; Daegan and Sen’s second face-off ends in Beladors going their own way and bounty hunters given free reign; Veronika walks out of Viper prison!
Also, Lanna’s magic returns; Phoedra’s re-kidnapped; Reece is on the hunt; Quinn’s secret is more widely known as his search becomes more frantic! And… the love/hate spark between Reece and Quinn is fanned as they unite for a time; Brenna and Tzaser’s wedding is delayed, Carthbad makes multiple deals, and; Daegan has a bad day.
Meanwhile, as the many characters of this realm prepare for the last first greeting and departure from a fun fantasy series, because there has to be more! T4his reader was pleased how so many side threads and characters went cared for in this very busy and exciting outing and to my taste, I can only give a resounding WOW!
Rating: 4.5stars
Also, Lanna’s magic returns; Phoedra’s re-kidnapped; Reece is on the hunt; Quinn’s secret is more widely known as his search becomes more frantic! And… the love/hate spark between Reece and Quinn is fanned as they unite for a time; Brenna and Tzaser’s wedding is delayed, Carthbad makes multiple deals, and; Daegan has a bad day.
Meanwhile, as the many characters of this realm prepare for the last first greeting and departure from a fun fantasy series, because there has to be more! T4his reader was pleased how so many side threads and characters went cared for in this very busy and exciting outing and to my taste, I can only give a resounding WOW!
Rating: 4.5stars
September 25, 2017
Someone is kidnapping the Belador children and causing havoc amongst the Belador's. With no help from VIPER they head out in groups to find out who is behind this.
Quinn, finding out that he has a daughter, while Kizara dies in his arms, must set out and find her before it's too late and she too is kidnapped.
He sets out on his search for her, and runs right into Reese, who is also looking for Phoedra. Reese is sent to look for her from Yaahl who promised Phoedra's mother that he would watch over her and protect her. There are lots of trust issues between Reese and Quinn that need to be resolved. They must work together to find Quinn's daughter before she ends up in the wrong hands.....
This book is fantastic, with so much action and suspense that is was very difficult to put down. The end of the book was Fantastic. I received this book from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I look forward to finding out the next saga with the Belador's.
Quinn, finding out that he has a daughter, while Kizara dies in his arms, must set out and find her before it's too late and she too is kidnapped.
He sets out on his search for her, and runs right into Reese, who is also looking for Phoedra. Reese is sent to look for her from Yaahl who promised Phoedra's mother that he would watch over her and protect her. There are lots of trust issues between Reese and Quinn that need to be resolved. They must work together to find Quinn's daughter before she ends up in the wrong hands.....
This book is fantastic, with so much action and suspense that is was very difficult to put down. The end of the book was Fantastic. I received this book from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I look forward to finding out the next saga with the Belador's.
September 26, 2017
Belador Cosaint blew my mind. In this fantastic addition to the Belador series we finally find Kazira and Quinn’s daughter, Phoedra. But we can’t do it without the help of a lot of friends old and new because while the search for Phoedra is an imperative the gang also has to deal with finding out who is kidnapping Belador children and who let the bitch out. Veronika had help escaping. This story will suck you in and keep you long after the last page has turned.
I love this series its high energy is enough to lift you and keep you in another world. I really look forward to the next installment.
I will admit to having to look up what Cosaint meant. Cosaint f (genitive singular cosanta) verbal noun of cosain defense, protection.
I received an ARC to read for this review
I love this series its high energy is enough to lift you and keep you in another world. I really look forward to the next installment.
I will admit to having to look up what Cosaint meant. Cosaint f (genitive singular cosanta) verbal noun of cosain defense, protection.
I received an ARC to read for this review
September 12, 2017
Dianna rocks the Belador world..
Book 9 opens shortly after book 8 finishes..With Quinn and the Belador team searching for his long lost daughter Phoedra..
The Medb's are kidnapping Belador children and VIPER is of no help..King Daegan severs all ties with VIPER.. Which puts all the Beladors on VIPER's hit list..
Reese from Book 8 re enters the story as well..She knows Phoedra..But she doesn't realize who she is.
She still has feelings for Quinn..And he for her..They reconnect to help each other..Reese has her own reasons for finding Phoedra..Will their love be enough to overcome the challenges they face?
Love this series..Hopefully it will continue for many more books...
Book 9 opens shortly after book 8 finishes..With Quinn and the Belador team searching for his long lost daughter Phoedra..
The Medb's are kidnapping Belador children and VIPER is of no help..King Daegan severs all ties with VIPER.. Which puts all the Beladors on VIPER's hit list..
Reese from Book 8 re enters the story as well..She knows Phoedra..But she doesn't realize who she is.
She still has feelings for Quinn..And he for her..They reconnect to help each other..Reese has her own reasons for finding Phoedra..Will their love be enough to overcome the challenges they face?
Love this series..Hopefully it will continue for many more books...
September 21, 2017
I received an ARC to read for this review.
This was an awesome book. I could not put it down for a minute (I did have to put it down to work, sleep, eat). All of the twists and turns made you want to keep reading until you were completely finished. Quinn finds his daughter with the help of Reese who is also looking for her since she and Phoedra are friends. They have to find out who kidnapped her and along the way they find out they are attracted to each other. At the end, Reese comes back to Atlanta to live with Reese so Quinn can get to know his daughter better.
I can't wait until the next one comes out.
This was an awesome book. I could not put it down for a minute (I did have to put it down to work, sleep, eat). All of the twists and turns made you want to keep reading until you were completely finished. Quinn finds his daughter with the help of Reese who is also looking for her since she and Phoedra are friends. They have to find out who kidnapped her and along the way they find out they are attracted to each other. At the end, Reese comes back to Atlanta to live with Reese so Quinn can get to know his daughter better.
I can't wait until the next one comes out.
September 14, 2018
Belador Book Nine
When Vladimir Quinn's daughter is in danger, Daegan insists that Quinn take time off from his Maistir duties to search for her. Having only just discovered Phoedra's existence, Quinn is only too ready to meet his daughter. With the help of his cousin and several witchy friends, Quinn tracks Phoedra to a stadium, only to lose her to kidnappers. However, a recent ally might be able to point him in the right direction. Reese O’ Rinn has two reasons to help Quinn find Phoedra, but neither will make him happy.
If you've been waiting to meet the mysterious daughter of Kizira and Quinn, you get the chance now!
When Vladimir Quinn's daughter is in danger, Daegan insists that Quinn take time off from his Maistir duties to search for her. Having only just discovered Phoedra's existence, Quinn is only too ready to meet his daughter. With the help of his cousin and several witchy friends, Quinn tracks Phoedra to a stadium, only to lose her to kidnappers. However, a recent ally might be able to point him in the right direction. Reese O’ Rinn has two reasons to help Quinn find Phoedra, but neither will make him happy.
If you've been waiting to meet the mysterious daughter of Kizira and Quinn, you get the chance now!
May 5, 2019
I've been reading all the novels and novellas in the Belador series from the beginning and each one draws on the ones that preceded it, building the story and affording the characters new confrontations or crises to challenge their skills and relationships. Belador Cosaint focuses on Daegon, Quinn, Reese, and Phaedra with Veronika, Maeve, and Cathbad playing important supporting roles. The last two chapters provide indications about what to expect next, although Dianna Love rarely makes those expectations simple. If anything, I find that the only things that I can expect are the unexpected.
September 25, 2017
*I received this book from the publisher for purpose of review* (possible spoilers)
This latest installment in the Belador series is a must read! I honestly had a hard time putting it down so I could do things like eat and sleep and go to work. It picks up where the last book left off in the search for Quinn's daughter Phoedra. While searching for his daughter things heat up between him and Reese. YES, Reese is back.
And that is all I'll say. This book is definitely worth the time and money!
This latest installment in the Belador series is a must read! I honestly had a hard time putting it down so I could do things like eat and sleep and go to work. It picks up where the last book left off in the search for Quinn's daughter Phoedra. While searching for his daughter things heat up between him and Reese. YES, Reese is back.
And that is all I'll say. This book is definitely worth the time and money!
September 3, 2021
Really good installment to the series
This doesn't focus as much on Evalle and Storm--in this book, Quinn is the major player. I really enjoyed Quinn in the prior books, and am glad that he finally got some attention from the Author.
Wonderful character depth. Great World. Love the Dragon. Interesting plotline. And best of all (or worse, according to your point of view) was the surprise ending. Bad, bad, of Ms. Love to drop that on the reader....because now I won't be able to rest until I get the next book. Grrrr.......
This doesn't focus as much on Evalle and Storm--in this book, Quinn is the major player. I really enjoyed Quinn in the prior books, and am glad that he finally got some attention from the Author.
Wonderful character depth. Great World. Love the Dragon. Interesting plotline. And best of all (or worse, according to your point of view) was the surprise ending. Bad, bad, of Ms. Love to drop that on the reader....because now I won't be able to rest until I get the next book. Grrrr.......
September 26, 2017
The Belador series continues, this time focusing on Vladimir Quinn and a character we met in the last book, Reese. There's plenty of action and romantic tension, and other favorite characters pop in from time to time to help Quinn and Reese on their separate missions - which happen to be the same thing: to find Phoedra, Quinn's daughter. It's a fun read, and I'm excited to see where Dianna takes the story next!
I received this book from the publisher for purpose of review.
I received this book from the publisher for purpose of review.
January 22, 2024
Quinn Finds Pheodra
This story is about Quinn's search for his daughter. He is reunited with Reese during his search for Pheodra. It takes both friends and enemies to make her safe. Threats come from both Queen Maeve and Veronika, the witch. In my opinion, Veronika is the scariest character in this series. Reading about her again made for many anxious moments. I was really surprised by the ending of this book.
This story is about Quinn's search for his daughter. He is reunited with Reese during his search for Pheodra. It takes both friends and enemies to make her safe. Threats come from both Queen Maeve and Veronika, the witch. In my opinion, Veronika is the scariest character in this series. Reading about her again made for many anxious moments. I was really surprised by the ending of this book.
January 25, 2018
Awesome!!!!!
Awesome series. The story line just keeps getting better and better. I really do enjoy this books. Ms. Dianna Love has become one of my most favorite authors. I met her once when she first came out with this series. I met her along with Sherrilyn Kenyon, it was awesome! Great writing, I can't wait for the next book!
Awesome series. The story line just keeps getting better and better. I really do enjoy this books. Ms. Dianna Love has become one of my most favorite authors. I met her once when she first came out with this series. I met her along with Sherrilyn Kenyon, it was awesome! Great writing, I can't wait for the next book!
September 26, 2017
Another truly amazing book!! With all the action and info coming in I could barely put the book down, it was AWESOME!! I had to make myself read it slowly, it took me 2 days to read :).
I received an ARC to read for this review.
I received an ARC to read for this review.
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