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Dark Protectors #7.75
Tricked
He Might Save Her
Former police psychologist Ronni Alexander had it all before a poison attacked her heart and gave her a death sentence. Now, on her last leg, she has an opportunity to live if she mates a vampire. A real vampire. One night of sex and a good bite, and she’d live forever with no more weaknesses. Well, except for the vampire whose dominance is over the top, and who has no clue how to deal with a modern woman who can take care of herself.
She Might Kill Him
Jared Reese, who has no intention of ever mating for anything other than convenience, agrees to help out his new sister in law by saving her friend’s life with a quick tussle in bed. The plan seems so simple. They’d mate, and he move on with his life and take risks as a modern pirate should. Except after one night with Ronni, one moment of her sighing his name, and he wants more than a mating of convenience. Now all he has to do is convince Ronni she wants the same thing. Good thing he’s up for a good battle.
Former police psychologist Ronni Alexander had it all before a poison attacked her heart and gave her a death sentence. Now, on her last leg, she has an opportunity to live if she mates a vampire. A real vampire. One night of sex and a good bite, and she’d live forever with no more weaknesses. Well, except for the vampire whose dominance is over the top, and who has no clue how to deal with a modern woman who can take care of herself.
She Might Kill Him
Jared Reese, who has no intention of ever mating for anything other than convenience, agrees to help out his new sister in law by saving her friend’s life with a quick tussle in bed. The plan seems so simple. They’d mate, and he move on with his life and take risks as a modern pirate should. Except after one night with Ronni, one moment of her sighing his name, and he wants more than a mating of convenience. Now all he has to do is convince Ronni she wants the same thing. Good thing he’s up for a good battle.
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Rebecca Zanetti
120 books10.1k followersNew York Times, USA Today, Publisher’s Weekly and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Rebecca Zanetti has published more than seventy novels and novellas, which have been translated into several languages, with millions of copies sold world-wide. Her books have received Publisher’s Weekly and Kirkus starred reviews, favorable Washington Post and New York Times Book Reviews, and been included in Amazon best books of the year.
Rebecca has ridden in a locked Chevy trunk, has asked the unfortunate delivery guy to release her from a set of handcuffs, and has discovered the best silver mine shafts in which to bury a body…all in the name of research. Honest.
Rebecca has ridden in a locked Chevy trunk, has asked the unfortunate delivery guy to release her from a set of handcuffs, and has discovered the best silver mine shafts in which to bury a body…all in the name of research. Honest.
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February 21, 2018
Okay don't know what is going on with these last two novellas but I am just not feeling them. There was something missing in both Reese brothers' books. I just didn't feel that special something that made me connect. Don't get me wrong it wasn't a bad read, it just wasn't that great awesome read I am so use to with Rebecca Zanetti, who in my eyes is amazing. I seen that there is a novella coming out in 2017 named Talen. I can't find any info on it but I can't wait to get my hands on it either way. Talen is always a win with me!
April 6, 2017
Jared Reese & Veronica 'Ronni' Alexander
So, after the story of Kayrs brothers and their closest friends which served as the backbone of “Dark Protectors” series, the story of the three Reese brothers follows.
The three vampire brothers are presented in three short novels from the 1001 Nights series:
1. Teased for Chalton Reese
2. Tricked for Jared Reese
3. Tangled for Theo Reese
The story of Jared and Ronni started in the previous book, “Teased”.
Ronni is Olivia’s (Chalton’s mate) best friend. She is dying from an incurable heart disease. Chalton’s brother, Jared, has volunteered to mate with her and as a result make her immortal and save her.
Jared used to be a pirate and now he is a paid assassin. He was born during a time that women were delicate little flowers and men were the strong ones who were protecting their ladies. As a result he does not like initially the fact that Ronni is feisty and that she prefers to look after herself and not depend on the others.
The book has many mysteries:
-Who is trying to kill the Reese brothers?
-Who has hacked their accounts?
-Who is after Jared’s old girlfriend?
-Who poisoned Ronni?
I think the book had a lot of potential.
Unfortunately I had the same problem here as the one I had in the last book. Ronni was too stupid to live too many times. I think again the female character is the main weakness of the novel.
There is a scene where Olivia and Ronni wanted to join forces and chase the bad guys in a “Thelma to Louise, Monica to Rachel, Tina Fey to Amy Poehler” kind of way (Olivia’s words, not mine!) without telling anything to their mates. I honestly wanted to slap them both. And then slap them some more.
So, after the story of Kayrs brothers and their closest friends which served as the backbone of “Dark Protectors” series, the story of the three Reese brothers follows.
The three vampire brothers are presented in three short novels from the 1001 Nights series:
1. Teased for Chalton Reese
2. Tricked for Jared Reese
3. Tangled for Theo Reese
The story of Jared and Ronni started in the previous book, “Teased”.
Ronni is Olivia’s (Chalton’s mate) best friend. She is dying from an incurable heart disease. Chalton’s brother, Jared, has volunteered to mate with her and as a result make her immortal and save her.
Jared used to be a pirate and now he is a paid assassin. He was born during a time that women were delicate little flowers and men were the strong ones who were protecting their ladies. As a result he does not like initially the fact that Ronni is feisty and that she prefers to look after herself and not depend on the others.
The book has many mysteries:
-Who is trying to kill the Reese brothers?
-Who has hacked their accounts?
-Who is after Jared’s old girlfriend?
-Who poisoned Ronni?
I think the book had a lot of potential.
Unfortunately I had the same problem here as the one I had in the last book. Ronni was too stupid to live too many times. I think again the female character is the main weakness of the novel.
There is a scene where Olivia and Ronni wanted to join forces and chase the bad guys in a “Thelma to Louise, Monica to Rachel, Tina Fey to Amy Poehler” kind of way (Olivia’s words, not mine!) without telling anything to their mates. I honestly wanted to slap them both. And then slap them some more.
January 8, 2018
Rebecca Zanetti is back with another smoking hot vampire who never intended to mate until he discovers a woman dying from a strange and incurable poison that is quickly bringing her life and her heart to an end. Jared has made a promise and is willing to make the ultimate eternal sacrifice to save his sister-in-law’s best friend from dying. Convincing himself that it is so he may spend more time with his brother Chalton, Jared will mate and make Ronni Alexander immortal, in effect, curing her.
Ronni has always been a strong and independent professional woman, but with her life slowly ebbing away, she must make the most incredible decision of her life. Mate a control freak vampire? Will Ronni go along with the plan? It isn’t like they HAVE to spend eternity together, Jared could go on his merry way and Ronni could go on with her not-so-human life. Or, are they both in for fate’s eternal twists as they discover something worth nurturing through the ages?
TRICKED is another fabulous read from Rebecca Zanetti with another strong and independent heroine and her over-the-top vampire! Leave it to Ms. Zanetti to find the right measures of heat, humor and fantasy in another carefully crafted read that will leave readers as satisfied as a box full of chocolates!
I received this copy from Rebecca Zanetti in exchange for my honest review.
Series: Dark Protectors - Book 7.75
Publisher: Evil Eye Concepts, Incorporated (October 25, 2016)
Publication Date: October 25, 2016
Genre: Paranormal Romance | Anthologies
Print Length: 119 pages
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews & More: http://tometender.blogspot.com
Ronni has always been a strong and independent professional woman, but with her life slowly ebbing away, she must make the most incredible decision of her life. Mate a control freak vampire? Will Ronni go along with the plan? It isn’t like they HAVE to spend eternity together, Jared could go on his merry way and Ronni could go on with her not-so-human life. Or, are they both in for fate’s eternal twists as they discover something worth nurturing through the ages?
TRICKED is another fabulous read from Rebecca Zanetti with another strong and independent heroine and her over-the-top vampire! Leave it to Ms. Zanetti to find the right measures of heat, humor and fantasy in another carefully crafted read that will leave readers as satisfied as a box full of chocolates!
I received this copy from Rebecca Zanetti in exchange for my honest review.
Series: Dark Protectors - Book 7.75
Publisher: Evil Eye Concepts, Incorporated (October 25, 2016)
Publication Date: October 25, 2016
Genre: Paranormal Romance | Anthologies
Print Length: 119 pages
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews & More: http://tometender.blogspot.com
October 28, 2016
WOW!! What a delightfully intense novella. Somehow Rebecca Zanetti found a way to pack a full story into a few pages, giving enough to satisfy me while at the same time I'm clamoring for more!
Jared Reese was a 400+ year old vampire who was tasked with saving the life of his sister-in-law's BFF, Veronica. You see, Veronica had been poisoned and now had only days to live. However, the mating between these two characters would not only cure her, but also grant her immortality.
There were so many unrealistic elements to this story but it was part of what made it amazing. These unrealistic elements are part of what I love and appreciate so much of Paranormal Romance. Jared was oh so sexy, Alpha, scary, intelligent, protective and dominant. Veronica was smart and sassy, the perfect match for the strong and vicious vamp.
Now I am excited to add not only the rest of this author's work to my TBR because her writing was THAT GOOD, but I'm also adding the short stories that comprise the 1001 Dark Nights anthology.
An ARC was generously provided in exchange for an honest review
Jared Reese was a 400+ year old vampire who was tasked with saving the life of his sister-in-law's BFF, Veronica. You see, Veronica had been poisoned and now had only days to live. However, the mating between these two characters would not only cure her, but also grant her immortality.
There were so many unrealistic elements to this story but it was part of what made it amazing. These unrealistic elements are part of what I love and appreciate so much of Paranormal Romance. Jared was oh so sexy, Alpha, scary, intelligent, protective and dominant. Veronica was smart and sassy, the perfect match for the strong and vicious vamp.
Now I am excited to add not only the rest of this author's work to my TBR because her writing was THAT GOOD, but I'm also adding the short stories that comprise the 1001 Dark Nights anthology.
Genre: Paranormal & Romantic Suspense
POV: Dual - 3rd person
OM/OW:
HEA:
An ARC was generously provided in exchange for an honest review
July 2, 2017
This little novella had a heck of a power struggle between the hero and heroine. More so than any other couple in this series.
More importantly, how was he going to keep a mate safe who didn’t want to be kept safe?
While I didn’t enjoy the other woman drama, I did enjoy the fact that no matter how hard Jared worked to isolate and protect Veronica, she was going to do what needed to be done. This is not a heroine who makes TSTL decisions, but one who is using her brain to solve the mystery of who killed a close patient of hers and attempted to kill her as well.
As always, it’s got some hot steamy goodness, some bloody gory violence, and great secondary characters. Rebecca Zanetti knows how to do novellas right.
And just because this made me smile:
“You’ve lost your mind,” she stuttered.
“Yes. Yes, I have,” he said, his eyes wild. “One week of being mated to you and I’ve lost any semblance of sanity I ever had. Listen here, woman. I’m wild. I’m the crazy one. You will not turn me in to the voice of reason. I won’t allow it.”
Dual POV
Some OW drama although he has no feelings for her
No apparent triggers – well, except for blood and gore if that’s not your thing
More importantly, how was he going to keep a mate safe who didn’t want to be kept safe?
While I didn’t enjoy the other woman drama, I did enjoy the fact that no matter how hard Jared worked to isolate and protect Veronica, she was going to do what needed to be done. This is not a heroine who makes TSTL decisions, but one who is using her brain to solve the mystery of who killed a close patient of hers and attempted to kill her as well.
As always, it’s got some hot steamy goodness, some bloody gory violence, and great secondary characters. Rebecca Zanetti knows how to do novellas right.
And just because this made me smile:
“You’ve lost your mind,” she stuttered.
“Yes. Yes, I have,” he said, his eyes wild. “One week of being mated to you and I’ve lost any semblance of sanity I ever had. Listen here, woman. I’m wild. I’m the crazy one. You will not turn me in to the voice of reason. I won’t allow it.”
Dual POV
Some OW drama although he has no feelings for her
No apparent triggers – well, except for blood and gore if that’s not your thing
October 24, 2016
5 - "I'm the only one who can really bite, baby... Don't forget it." Stars!
I have an addiction, its one I am proud of, and that is that I absolutely cannot stop reading the books that Rebecca Zanetti releases, that in any way take me back to the Dark Protectors world.
Tricked picks up where the previous 1001 Dark Nights novella Teased left off and this time it is Jared Reese who is struck by the love bug!
A predator… harder to catch that the wind.
These novellas are in essence quick reads, there is a long running story playing out through them which I like as it keeps things tied together plot-wise, and although every character has the authors usual darkly sexy dominance for the men, and sassy, snarky confidence for the women, don’t expect massive amounts of depth or development with the relationship building, because they basically go –
• “You’re mine…”
• "But I don’t want to be with you."
• “You’re mine. I will take you now”
• "Don’t tell me what to do. Okay, take me."
• “You’re mine. You will do as I say.”
• "Okay, I love you."
• “You’re still mine, and I love you too.”
This is a relationship path that generally works for this author, and seeing as we are looking at a bunch of alpha-vampires, it fits the brief pretty well.
"Listen here, woman. I’m wild. I’m the crazy one. You will not turn me in to the voice of reason. I won’t allow it."
Jared, ticked all of those expected boxes, and Ronni pretty much did as well, so it wasn’t a struggle to pass a few hours with this couple.
"I’m not the right woman for you…"
"...You could be."
Rebecca also sets up the next novella pretty well in that Theo Reece and the woman he is inevitably going to end up with are both part of this story, and I am looking forward to more Dark Protectors updates when Tangled releases in May 2017.
"I’m alive!"
ARC generously provided by the publisher, via InkSlinger PR, and it was my pleasure to provide the above honest review.
I have an addiction, its one I am proud of, and that is that I absolutely cannot stop reading the books that Rebecca Zanetti releases, that in any way take me back to the Dark Protectors world.
Tricked picks up where the previous 1001 Dark Nights novella Teased left off and this time it is Jared Reese who is struck by the love bug!
A predator… harder to catch that the wind.
These novellas are in essence quick reads, there is a long running story playing out through them which I like as it keeps things tied together plot-wise, and although every character has the authors usual darkly sexy dominance for the men, and sassy, snarky confidence for the women, don’t expect massive amounts of depth or development with the relationship building, because they basically go –
• “You’re mine…”
• "But I don’t want to be with you."
• “You’re mine. I will take you now”
• "Don’t tell me what to do. Okay, take me."
• “You’re mine. You will do as I say.”
• "Okay, I love you."
• “You’re still mine, and I love you too.”
This is a relationship path that generally works for this author, and seeing as we are looking at a bunch of alpha-vampires, it fits the brief pretty well.
"Listen here, woman. I’m wild. I’m the crazy one. You will not turn me in to the voice of reason. I won’t allow it."
Jared, ticked all of those expected boxes, and Ronni pretty much did as well, so it wasn’t a struggle to pass a few hours with this couple.
"I’m not the right woman for you…"
"...You could be."
Rebecca also sets up the next novella pretty well in that Theo Reece and the woman he is inevitably going to end up with are both part of this story, and I am looking forward to more Dark Protectors updates when Tangled releases in May 2017.
"I’m alive!"
ARC generously provided by the publisher, via InkSlinger PR, and it was my pleasure to provide the above honest review.
October 23, 2016
4 stars
Aaaahhh, Rebecca Zanetti – you never fail to deliver. A feisty heroine, an alpha hero, hot vampire sex and lots of action, this is a great read, and a fantastic addition to the Dark Protectors series!
Jared is the brother of Chalton Reese (tech genius of the Realm). Jared was introduced in Teased, where his story was hinted at – an ex-pirate and vampire who agrees to help his new sister-in-law by saving the life of her dying best friend, by mating her. Yep, sex and a vampire bite and Ronni will be not only healed of the mysterious poison that is killing her, but immortal as well. With no other choice, and with not long to live, she bravely takes the opportunity to live, even knowing what the consequences of her actions will mean.
Jared’s heart was broken in the past. He has no interest in love or a relationship, and he saves Ronni’s life figuring that having a mate won’t be so bad – in a few hundred years they’ll have children, but he won’t have too much involvement in Ronni’s life. But after their life-saving night together, and once Ronni is healed and well, and back to her spitfire best, he’s captivated.
I love this relationship! It’s all fire and passion as two people who don’t particularly like each other share an intense connection and a wild lust for each other that very quickly escalates into more. Ronni is on the hunt for the person that hurt her, putting herself in even more danger, and Jared – being the protective alpha that he is – dives in to save her. They clash over and over again, but they soon find that their attraction is more than purely physical, and they come to care for each other deeply. But with Ronni’s would-be killer getting closer and closer, and a blast from Jared’s past appearing to shake everything up, the two of them are in for the fight of their lives before they can figure out what’s happening between them.
This is such an exciting read. There’s lots of action, excitement, and vampire awesomeness – in and out of the bedroom – the banter and quips fly thick and fast, and Jared’s alpha-ness and Ronni’s smartass sass make for some fantastic interactions. Their chemistry is sizzling through all that they face, and the romance ties in beautifully as they follow their hearts and embrace everything that is happening between them.
*swoon!*
Chalton and Olivia are a part of the story, and younger brother, Theo was also brought into the action. The dynamic between the brothers is fantastic, and Theo’s book, Tangled: A Dark Protectors Novella, is set up beautifully – that’s definitely going to be an interesting one!
I really enjoyed this novella, though I feel that Jared and Ronnie got gipped a bit – they were such interesting characters with such a great dynamic, I feel like their story should have been longer. I would have loved this to be a full-length novel so we could get more background on both of them and watched their coming together in more detail. But I loved the story that we did get, and had a great time reading it.
4 stars.
Advanced Reader Copy generously provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Aaaahhh, Rebecca Zanetti – you never fail to deliver. A feisty heroine, an alpha hero, hot vampire sex and lots of action, this is a great read, and a fantastic addition to the Dark Protectors series!
Jared is the brother of Chalton Reese (tech genius of the Realm). Jared was introduced in Teased, where his story was hinted at – an ex-pirate and vampire who agrees to help his new sister-in-law by saving the life of her dying best friend, by mating her. Yep, sex and a vampire bite and Ronni will be not only healed of the mysterious poison that is killing her, but immortal as well. With no other choice, and with not long to live, she bravely takes the opportunity to live, even knowing what the consequences of her actions will mean.
“Here’s the deal. I want to live.”
“Good.” His expression smoothed out.
“But I’m not willing to be a mistress.” God, she wanted to live. To see the future. To have children. “I understand we can only have sex with each other, and I do like sex … I’m not a sure thing. Meaning, you have no rights to me.”
He studied her, energy radiating from him and brushing along her flesh. “First of all, no woman is ever a sure thing. Even during my time as a pirate on the high seas, I never forced a woman. Any and every time is your choice, and I would never force you. Ever.”
Her chest settled. “Good. We’re on the same page. And second?”
He leaned in, his nose nearly touching hers. “Second of all, if we mate, I have every right to you. Don’t you forget it.”
Jared’s heart was broken in the past. He has no interest in love or a relationship, and he saves Ronni’s life figuring that having a mate won’t be so bad – in a few hundred years they’ll have children, but he won’t have too much involvement in Ronni’s life. But after their life-saving night together, and once Ronni is healed and well, and back to her spitfire best, he’s captivated.
Veronica was spirit and defiance, and she brought something out in him that felt energized. Absolute. Primitive.
I love this relationship! It’s all fire and passion as two people who don’t particularly like each other share an intense connection and a wild lust for each other that very quickly escalates into more. Ronni is on the hunt for the person that hurt her, putting herself in even more danger, and Jared – being the protective alpha that he is – dives in to save her. They clash over and over again, but they soon find that their attraction is more than purely physical, and they come to care for each other deeply. But with Ronni’s would-be killer getting closer and closer, and a blast from Jared’s past appearing to shake everything up, the two of them are in for the fight of their lives before they can figure out what’s happening between them.
This is such an exciting read. There’s lots of action, excitement, and vampire awesomeness – in and out of the bedroom – the banter and quips fly thick and fast, and Jared’s alpha-ness and Ronni’s smartass sass make for some fantastic interactions. Their chemistry is sizzling through all that they face, and the romance ties in beautifully as they follow their hearts and embrace everything that is happening between them.
“You believe in fate?”
He shrugged. “Have to. You’re too perfect, we’re too good together, to just have been a fluke.” He brushed her hair away from her face. “I’ll spend eternity loving you, baby.”
*swoon!*
Chalton and Olivia are a part of the story, and younger brother, Theo was also brought into the action. The dynamic between the brothers is fantastic, and Theo’s book, Tangled: A Dark Protectors Novella, is set up beautifully – that’s definitely going to be an interesting one!
I really enjoyed this novella, though I feel that Jared and Ronnie got gipped a bit – they were such interesting characters with such a great dynamic, I feel like their story should have been longer. I would have loved this to be a full-length novel so we could get more background on both of them and watched their coming together in more detail. But I loved the story that we did get, and had a great time reading it.
4 stars.
Advanced Reader Copy generously provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review.
July 4, 2017
Jared & Ronni's story:
So far in the series, this is my least favorite. It's still a really good story and I love seeing the Reese brothers continue in the series, but I'm afraid I hold pretty high standards for RZ.
In Jared and Ronni's story, Jared volunteers to mate Ronni to save her life. She's having heart problems that are killing her. Since she's best friends to his brothers mate and has no plans on finding love again, he has no qualms about choosing a mate he does t know.
The part I didn't care for was just as soon as he mates her, his ex, who left him to mate another for duty, shows up and starts trouble. I've not known this author to have other women drama in her stories so it was unexpected. In the scheme of things, it wasn't too bad but still not something I like to read in a "mate" book.
So far in the series, this is my least favorite. It's still a really good story and I love seeing the Reese brothers continue in the series, but I'm afraid I hold pretty high standards for RZ.
In Jared and Ronni's story, Jared volunteers to mate Ronni to save her life. She's having heart problems that are killing her. Since she's best friends to his brothers mate and has no plans on finding love again, he has no qualms about choosing a mate he does t know.
The part I didn't care for was just as soon as he mates her, his ex, who left him to mate another for duty, shows up and starts trouble. I've not known this author to have other women drama in her stories so it was unexpected. In the scheme of things, it wasn't too bad but still not something I like to read in a "mate" book.
July 14, 2018
4 1/2 "Neanderthal Alpha Vampire" Stars!
I loved this one. Very, very good novella. Especially for the Dark Protectors world. Jared was seriously a neanderthal! I mean he actually guided her around by her hair at one point. But no worries, Ronnie gave as good as she got. Loved these two. On to Theo! Happy reading!
I loved this one. Very, very good novella. Especially for the Dark Protectors world. Jared was seriously a neanderthal! I mean he actually guided her around by her hair at one point. But no worries, Ronnie gave as good as she got. Loved these two. On to Theo! Happy reading!
September 14, 2025
Novella Review:
Tricked is the next novella I had yet to read in this series. (I am not sure why I never read the novellas so I am working on catching up on those) and this is where we get the arranged mating as the heroine is dying from a heart disease and the only way to save her life is to mate with her the vampire way. The hero has a history of a bad relationship and knows that this will be a good way to finally get mated and there is a connection he feels to the heroine. He is drawn to her sassy tongue and her strong spine that she has. But he also wants to be closer to his brother, and with her being best friends with his brother's mate, this is the best way to build a closer relationship with him. The heroine is very independent and not used to being tied down by anyone, but she learns that they are in a relationship and compromise is necessary within their relationship. I had a blast with this book, they had me so entertained all the time. I just didn't want to put them down....not once. They had great banter and their sexual tension was off the charts. The alpha vibes that is given off was fiery hot and I was all for it. This author never disappoints when it comes to a good alpha male.
Overall Tricked was beyond a delectable paranormal romance that curls the toes and keeps you on the edge of your seat!!!!
Tricked is the next novella I had yet to read in this series. (I am not sure why I never read the novellas so I am working on catching up on those) and this is where we get the arranged mating as the heroine is dying from a heart disease and the only way to save her life is to mate with her the vampire way. The hero has a history of a bad relationship and knows that this will be a good way to finally get mated and there is a connection he feels to the heroine. He is drawn to her sassy tongue and her strong spine that she has. But he also wants to be closer to his brother, and with her being best friends with his brother's mate, this is the best way to build a closer relationship with him. The heroine is very independent and not used to being tied down by anyone, but she learns that they are in a relationship and compromise is necessary within their relationship. I had a blast with this book, they had me so entertained all the time. I just didn't want to put them down....not once. They had great banter and their sexual tension was off the charts. The alpha vibes that is given off was fiery hot and I was all for it. This author never disappoints when it comes to a good alpha male.
Overall Tricked was beyond a delectable paranormal romance that curls the toes and keeps you on the edge of your seat!!!!
July 3, 2017
4 to 4 1/2 stars
November 9, 2024
Джаред и Рони
Рони умира. Тя е психиатър към полицията, и някой я иска мъртва. Затова тя се оказва заразена със силна отрова, която покосява сърцето й, и не й остава много време. Нейната приятелка Оливия прави всичко по силите си да намери начин да я спаси, но няма надежда, докато един ден Оливия не е отвлечена от вампир и Рони разбира, че между тях бродят могъщи същества, които крият съществуването си от света. И сега, един от най-силните, смъртоносни, и невероятно сексапилни вампири е готов да я направи своя половинка, за да спаси живота й.
За Джаред няма нищо по-важно от семейството. Когато брат му Чалтън, е готов да жертва любовта си към Оливия, и да се обвърже с приятелката й Рони, за да спаси живота й, Джаред не може да му го позволи. Той самият така или иначе не е възнамерявал да си търси половинка, тъй като жената, която е обичал преди 200 години се е обвързала с друг, затова не вижда проблем в това, да се обвърже с Рони за да я спаси. А и това ще му дава повод да посещава по-често брат си, и ще има възможност един ден да създаде собствено семейство. Всички печелят, ако той се обвърже с Рони.
В неговите очи, плана е следният. Прави я своя половинка и всеки си тръгва по пътя. Няколко пъти годишно я посещава, вижда се с брат си и няма никакво обвързване. Рони също смята, че връзката им няма бъдеще. Тя мисли, че като се обвържат и се излекува, ще е най-добре да я заразят с вирус 27 и ще се прекъсне връзката им. А докато дойде това време тя ще намери кой се опитва да я убие.
Но както всички знаем много добре, нещата почти никога не се получават така, както очакваме. Враговете на Рони са по-близо от всякога и Джаред не е склонен да я остави да се оправя сама. За капак, жената в която Джаред е бил влюбен преди 200 години се появява, вече овдовяла и решена да си го върне на всяка цена, и гонена от куп врагове, които са готови да смажат всеки по пътя си, за да се доберат до нея.
Джаред не просто трябва да предпази половинката си от враговете им, но и да се бори за бъдещето им и да й докаже, че за него винаги ще има само една жена и това е Рони.
Адски много ми допадна. Рони е супер борбена мадама, а Джаред е тотален алфа-мъжкар. Който мисли, че противоположностите се привличат, най-добре да прочете книгата, за да види, че и когато двама души са си лика прилика, огъня между тях може да погълне всичко наоколо. Двамата са експлозивна комбинация и обичах всеки един миг в който бяха заедно. <3 Препоръчвам горещо на всички фенове на поредицата <3 <3 <3
Рони умира. Тя е психиатър към полицията, и някой я иска мъртва. Затова тя се оказва заразена със силна отрова, която покосява сърцето й, и не й остава много време. Нейната приятелка Оливия прави всичко по силите си да намери начин да я спаси, но няма надежда, докато един ден Оливия не е отвлечена от вампир и Рони разбира, че между тях бродят могъщи същества, които крият съществуването си от света. И сега, един от най-силните, смъртоносни, и невероятно сексапилни вампири е готов да я направи своя половинка, за да спаси живота й.
За Джаред няма нищо по-важно от семейството. Когато брат му Чалтън, е готов да жертва любовта си към Оливия, и да се обвърже с приятелката й Рони, за да спаси живота й, Джаред не може да му го позволи. Той самият така или иначе не е възнамерявал да си търси половинка, тъй като жената, която е обичал преди 200 години се е обвързала с друг, затова не вижда проблем в това, да се обвърже с Рони за да я спаси. А и това ще му дава повод да посещава по-често брат си, и ще има възможност един ден да създаде собствено семейство. Всички печелят, ако той се обвърже с Рони.
В неговите очи, плана е следният. Прави я своя половинка и всеки си тръгва по пътя. Няколко пъти годишно я посещава, вижда се с брат си и няма никакво обвързване. Рони също смята, че връзката им няма бъдеще. Тя мисли, че като се обвържат и се излекува, ще е най-добре да я заразят с вирус 27 и ще се прекъсне връзката им. А докато дойде това време тя ще намери кой се опитва да я убие.
Но както всички знаем много добре, нещата почти никога не се получават така, както очакваме. Враговете на Рони са по-близо от всякога и Джаред не е склонен да я остави да се оправя сама. За капак, жената в която Джаред е бил влюбен преди 200 години се появява, вече овдовяла и решена да си го върне на всяка цена, и гонена от куп врагове, които са готови да смажат всеки по пътя си, за да се доберат до нея.
Джаред не просто трябва да предпази половинката си от враговете им, но и да се бори за бъдещето им и да й докаже, че за него винаги ще има само една жена и това е Рони.
Адски много ми допадна. Рони е супер борбена мадама, а Джаред е тотален алфа-мъжкар. Който мисли, че противоположностите се привличат, най-добре да прочете книгата, за да види, че и когато двама души са си лика прилика, огъня между тях може да погълне всичко наоколо. Двамата са експлозивна комбинация и обичах всеки един миг в който бяха заедно. <3 Препоръчвам горещо на всички фенове на поредицата <3 <3 <3
January 2, 2020
Jared and Ronnie were adorable.
Tricked was, again, another entertaining novella to dive into. Man, my NYE was crazy busy at work. Then once I got home - I was exhausted. Didn't want to look at another book, my phone, or my computer. So reviews waited until today (1/2/20) because I could finally look at my computer or listen to a book without wanting to die from wanting to sleep.
Anyhoo, back to the book. These two chemistry and it made me swoon. I seriously loved their banter and I hope that one day I can have fun bantering with some poor soul. Even though things started off rough between them, I really liked how he became one hundred percent committed to her after they mated. Yes, I knew it was going to happen but I was happy that he changed. Well, they changed together for the better. Ya know?
Tricked was, again, another entertaining novella to dive into. Man, my NYE was crazy busy at work. Then once I got home - I was exhausted. Didn't want to look at another book, my phone, or my computer. So reviews waited until today (1/2/20) because I could finally look at my computer or listen to a book without wanting to die from wanting to sleep.
Anyhoo, back to the book. These two chemistry and it made me swoon. I seriously loved their banter and I hope that one day I can have fun bantering with some poor soul. Even though things started off rough between them, I really liked how he became one hundred percent committed to her after they mated. Yes, I knew it was going to happen but I was happy that he changed. Well, they changed together for the better. Ya know?
March 13, 2020
The story of Ronni, Olivia's friend who is near death, and Jared, Chalton's brother who offers to mate her to save her life.
Ronni isn't thrilled with the idea of tying her life forever to the dark and handsome stranger, but she doesn't have any other options, and figures that they'll just go on their own way after the deed is done. Jared, who lost the woman he loved to another man years ago, doesn't think he'll ever love again, but he has definite ideas about his mating.
The two discover pretty early on that they got more than they bargained for, with Jared wanting to protect and care for Ronni, who is pretty against the idea of letting him steamroll her. They might argue constantly, but the attraction between them is explosive, and their goal of ties them together, until they eventually admit that they've fallen head over heels for one another.
While the dynamics of their relationship were a bit too much for me, I did enjoy their banter and chemistry.
The series continues with the youngest Reese brother Theo's story in Tangled next.
Previous book reviews:
✦ Teased (Dark Protectors #7.5) ~ ★★★ (09/03/2020)
✦ Marked (Dark Protectors, #7) ~ ★★★★ (10/02/2019)
✦ Tamed (Dark Protectors, #6.5) ~ ★★★★ (06/02/2019)
✦ Shadowed (Dark Protectors, #6) ~ ★★★★ (06/02/2019)
✦ Twisted (Dark Protectors, #5.5) ~ ★★★ (29/12/2018)
✦ Provoked (Dark Protectors, #5) ~ ★★★★ (29/12/2018)
✦ Consumed (Dark Protectors, #4) ~ ★★★★ (14/12/2018)
✦ Hunted (Dark Protectors, #3) ~ ★★★★ (14/12/2018)
✦ Tempted (Dark Protectors, #2.5) ~ ★★★★ (13/12/2018)
✦ Claimed (Dark Protectors, #2) ~ ★★★★ (13/12/2018)
✦ Fated (Dark Protectors, #1) ~ ★★★ (11/12/2018)
Ronni isn't thrilled with the idea of tying her life forever to the dark and handsome stranger, but she doesn't have any other options, and figures that they'll just go on their own way after the deed is done. Jared, who lost the woman he loved to another man years ago, doesn't think he'll ever love again, but he has definite ideas about his mating.
The two discover pretty early on that they got more than they bargained for, with Jared wanting to protect and care for Ronni, who is pretty against the idea of letting him steamroll her. They might argue constantly, but the attraction between them is explosive, and their goal of ties them together, until they eventually admit that they've fallen head over heels for one another.
While the dynamics of their relationship were a bit too much for me, I did enjoy their banter and chemistry.
The series continues with the youngest Reese brother Theo's story in Tangled next.
Previous book reviews:
✦ Teased (Dark Protectors #7.5) ~ ★★★ (09/03/2020)
✦ Marked (Dark Protectors, #7) ~ ★★★★ (10/02/2019)
✦ Tamed (Dark Protectors, #6.5) ~ ★★★★ (06/02/2019)
✦ Shadowed (Dark Protectors, #6) ~ ★★★★ (06/02/2019)
✦ Twisted (Dark Protectors, #5.5) ~ ★★★ (29/12/2018)
✦ Provoked (Dark Protectors, #5) ~ ★★★★ (29/12/2018)
✦ Consumed (Dark Protectors, #4) ~ ★★★★ (14/12/2018)
✦ Hunted (Dark Protectors, #3) ~ ★★★★ (14/12/2018)
✦ Tempted (Dark Protectors, #2.5) ~ ★★★★ (13/12/2018)
✦ Claimed (Dark Protectors, #2) ~ ★★★★ (13/12/2018)
✦ Fated (Dark Protectors, #1) ~ ★★★ (11/12/2018)
June 21, 2018
2.5 stars rounded up because I liked the catfight between the two girls
Definitely not amongst the best in the series. Jared firmly remained an a**hole from beginning to end, and the plot was weak and centered on human matters.
Definitely not amongst the best in the series. Jared firmly remained an a**hole from beginning to end, and the plot was weak and centered on human matters.
October 25, 2016
If you read the book introduction you have basically read the book. After Ronnie and Jared mate, They start investing who is trying to kill her. Ronnie is very annoying for most of the story a bit immature to be a psychologist. Then enters Jared's an old love Ginny that choose to mate and married someone else centuries ago. Well you know there is going to be trouble there.
The novella was extremely short and not worth $2.99. The storyline feels more like a suspense thriller type romance then a paranormal romance. There are no paranormal elements to the story except Jared is a vampire who takes his mate Ronnie's blood. I really like the Alpha Male Jared but just couldn't come to care much for Ronnie.
This is the last Novella I had on pre order and I won't be ordering anymore at these current prices. They are just not worth it.
The novella was extremely short and not worth $2.99. The storyline feels more like a suspense thriller type romance then a paranormal romance. There are no paranormal elements to the story except Jared is a vampire who takes his mate Ronnie's blood. I really like the Alpha Male Jared but just couldn't come to care much for Ronnie.
This is the last Novella I had on pre order and I won't be ordering anymore at these current prices. They are just not worth it.
November 7, 2016
It took me just a minute to get caught back up in this world and remember who all the players are. This story takes place in the world of the Dark Protectors but it is about a group of mercenary off the grid vampire brothers. This is Jared's story. We also have met the heroine Ronni in the previous story as well.
I enjoyed the suspense in this one. You have to be familiar with vampires and mating if you want to get over the insta lust/love between these two. Great passion and wonderful humor in the dialogue. Loved Ronni and Olivia's take on life and their strong countenance.
The group has been double crossed and I can't wait to see what the last brother gets up to. Looking forward to more.
I enjoyed the suspense in this one. You have to be familiar with vampires and mating if you want to get over the insta lust/love between these two. Great passion and wonderful humor in the dialogue. Loved Ronni and Olivia's take on life and their strong countenance.
The group has been double crossed and I can't wait to see what the last brother gets up to. Looking forward to more.
October 29, 2016
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date October 25, 2016
He Might Save Her
Former police psychologist Ronni Alexander had it all before a poison attacked her heart and gave her a death sentence. Now, on her last leg, she has an opportunity to live if she mates a vampire. A real vampire. One night of sex and a good bite, and she’d live forever with no more weaknesses. Well, except for the vampire whose dominance is over the top, and who has no clue how to deal with a modern woman who can take care of herself.
She Might Kill Him
Jared Reese, who has no intention of ever mating for anything other than convenience, agrees to help out his new sister in law by saving her friend’s life with a quick tussle in bed. The plan seems so simple. They’d mate, and he move on with his life and take risks as a modern pirate should. Except after one night with Ronni, one moment of her sighing his name, and he wants more than a mating of convenience. Now all he has to do is convince Ronni she wants the same thing. Good thing he’s up for a good battle.
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REVIEW: TRICKED (Dark Protectors 7.75) by Rebecca Zanetti is part of the multi-authored 1001 Dark Nights anthology. This is vampire Jared Reese, and former police psychologist Ronni Alexander's story line. We were first introduced to our leading couple in the last novella TEASED where our current heroine had been poisoned and had only weeks to live.
Told from dual third person perspectives (Ronni and Jared) TRICKED focuses on the search for the person who poisoned Ronni. With only days to live vampire Jared Reese offers Ronni immortality but there is a caveat with his offer-Ronni would become Jared's mate for all eternity, and neither was looking forward to a happily ever after. What ensues is the back and forth, combative relationship between a woman who likes her independence, and a vampire male who is all about protecting his mate.
TRICKED is a story with plenty of action; attacks against Ronni, Jared and their family; and someone from Jared's past looking for a second chance. When the vampires discover that they have been hacked by an unknown source, Jared's brother Theo goes on a hunt of his own. The requisite evil follows two paths: the attack against our story line heroine; and an attack against the Reese family heritage. The premise is exciting and lively; the characters are entertaining and captivating; the romance is a battle of wills and of the heart.
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He Might Save Her
Former police psychologist Ronni Alexander had it all before a poison attacked her heart and gave her a death sentence. Now, on her last leg, she has an opportunity to live if she mates a vampire. A real vampire. One night of sex and a good bite, and she’d live forever with no more weaknesses. Well, except for the vampire whose dominance is over the top, and who has no clue how to deal with a modern woman who can take care of herself.
She Might Kill Him
Jared Reese, who has no intention of ever mating for anything other than convenience, agrees to help out his new sister in law by saving her friend’s life with a quick tussle in bed. The plan seems so simple. They’d mate, and he move on with his life and take risks as a modern pirate should. Except after one night with Ronni, one moment of her sighing his name, and he wants more than a mating of convenience. Now all he has to do is convince Ronni she wants the same thing. Good thing he’s up for a good battle.
••••••••••••••
REVIEW: TRICKED (Dark Protectors 7.75) by Rebecca Zanetti is part of the multi-authored 1001 Dark Nights anthology. This is vampire Jared Reese, and former police psychologist Ronni Alexander's story line. We were first introduced to our leading couple in the last novella TEASED where our current heroine had been poisoned and had only weeks to live.
Told from dual third person perspectives (Ronni and Jared) TRICKED focuses on the search for the person who poisoned Ronni. With only days to live vampire Jared Reese offers Ronni immortality but there is a caveat with his offer-Ronni would become Jared's mate for all eternity, and neither was looking forward to a happily ever after. What ensues is the back and forth, combative relationship between a woman who likes her independence, and a vampire male who is all about protecting his mate.
TRICKED is a story with plenty of action; attacks against Ronni, Jared and their family; and someone from Jared's past looking for a second chance. When the vampires discover that they have been hacked by an unknown source, Jared's brother Theo goes on a hunt of his own. The requisite evil follows two paths: the attack against our story line heroine; and an attack against the Reese family heritage. The premise is exciting and lively; the characters are entertaining and captivating; the romance is a battle of wills and of the heart.
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February 26, 2017
4.5 Stars. I was a little disappointed in Teased so I wasn't sure what I'd think of Tricked but I really enjoyed it and the characters just resonated with me much better. I also really felt the chemistry between Jared and Ronnie. I really thought this one had a lot more humor in it - there were a few scenes that just cracked me up and I loved the banter between Jared and Ronnie.
I enjoyed the back and forth between the two and the chemistry was off the pages. I liked that they were still getting to know each other but once Jared became her mate he was committed despite the fact that it was more of an arranged mating. I also loved that Ronnie pushed back and didn't let him walk over her and even though she'd make him really mad she didn't immediately back down.
Overall, a great novella for a wonderful series!
He looked at her like she'd completely gone insane. "Yes. One of us has to worry about you. You're crazy. Nuttier than a fucking fruitcake. You've got bats in the belfry. You're off the wall. Around the bend." He sucked in air. "Or in the vernacular of the day, you're fucking cray cray."
She couldn't think, had a four-hundred-year-old vampire just called her cray cray? "You've lost your mind," she stuttered. "Yes. Yes, I have," he said, his eyes wild. "One week of being mated to you and I've lost any semblance of sanity I ever had. Listen here, woman. I'm wild. I'm the crazy one. You will not turn me into the voice of reason. I won't allow it."
"These feelings. Are they because of the mating?" There had to be a rational explanation.
"No. They're because I've lost my mind and I doubt you ever had yours." He tunneled his hands through her hair and leaned in to kiss her, still gentle but somehow insistent.
I enjoyed the back and forth between the two and the chemistry was off the pages. I liked that they were still getting to know each other but once Jared became her mate he was committed despite the fact that it was more of an arranged mating. I also loved that Ronnie pushed back and didn't let him walk over her and even though she'd make him really mad she didn't immediately back down.
"Did you not get shot at last night?" His voice was a low rumble of mangled rebar mingled with shards of glass.
Her lungs seized. Okay. so he was really mad. "I have my gun."
"Your gun." He breathed out, tension pouring off him in waves. "You have your little shooter to handle another hit team with automatic weapons. Well shit, Veronica. I didn't know that."
She grimaced at his furious sarcasm. "You're overreacting."
Wrong thing to say. She knew it the second the last word left her mouth, but it was too late to grab it back."
Overall, a great novella for a wonderful series!
November 4, 2016
Only Rebecca Zanetti can get away with writing these types of over the top alpha cavemen and do it so well that you keep coming back for more. Even among the males in this series Jared is OTT, which is saying a lot. My eyebrows were close to my hairline the whole time I read this book. What?
A feisty heroine, an overprotective hero, some action and a lot of steam - the perfect recipe for an engaging story. This is one novella I wish was a full-length book because there was so much to love about both Ronnie and Jared. Their relationship was passionate and intense and they kind of remind me of Talen and Cara.
Ronnie was a scene-stealer in every way and I loved her. She was spunky, stubborn and was always leading the charge, which actually made Jared the perfect man for her because he was able to handle her so well. She was also good for Jared because she showed him how an independent woman took care of herself.
Between trying to figure out their relationship, finding who was behind Ronnie's ill-health and dealing with a blast from Jared's past, there was a lot going on, all at top speed, all of it very exciting.
I can never get enough of this series and every new installment gives me the urge to re-read the previous books. For anyone who hasn't read any of the series, now would be a perfect time to remedy that.
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A feisty heroine, an overprotective hero, some action and a lot of steam - the perfect recipe for an engaging story. This is one novella I wish was a full-length book because there was so much to love about both Ronnie and Jared. Their relationship was passionate and intense and they kind of remind me of Talen and Cara.
Ronnie was a scene-stealer in every way and I loved her. She was spunky, stubborn and was always leading the charge, which actually made Jared the perfect man for her because he was able to handle her so well. She was also good for Jared because she showed him how an independent woman took care of herself.
Between trying to figure out their relationship, finding who was behind Ronnie's ill-health and dealing with a blast from Jared's past, there was a lot going on, all at top speed, all of it very exciting.
I can never get enough of this series and every new installment gives me the urge to re-read the previous books. For anyone who hasn't read any of the series, now would be a perfect time to remedy that.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book that I received from the publisher.
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February 10, 2017
Ah I love this series
December 19, 2017
Tricked is only my second novella in Rebecca Zanetti’s Dark Protectors series; coincidentally, the two stories I’ve read were about two of the three Reese brothers, and Jared Reese meets his ‘arranged mate’ through Chalton’s girl, Olivia, who just so happens to be Ronni Alexander’s best friend and the woman who needs Jared’s help in order to save her life.
‘Sex with a bite’
That’s Ronni’s rather simplistic view about her potential mating with an ex-pirate vampire who vowed to never love again….a male who wants her submission as well as a permanent bond between them, which means he has her back at all times, even when she doesn’t need nor want to be anyone’s responsibility.
There’s definitely a power play between Jared and Ronni as they figure out how to be mated without losing their own identities while feeling an inexplicable pull towards one another, not just for physical release but to serve as a leveling agent for their anger as well as their pain, and what neither Ronni nor Jared ever anticipated was finding the one partner who could both spar with and tame the other at the same time, illustrating just how good they are for one another and just how easily a necessary connection between the two of them in order to allow Ronni to live another day turned into everything they never knew they wanted!
I really enjoyed Tricked and the way that Jared and Ronni work to prove themselves to one another as well as to themselves. What’s most interesting about this arranged couple is how alike they are and how easily they push one another’s buttons. Jared is a stubborn alpha male who isn’t used to someone calling him on his shit and frustrating the ever loving hell out of him, but that’s what makes the dynamics between him and Ronni much more exhilarating than any other woman he’s been with, especially the one Jared thought owned his heart and soul.
I don’t get to read many paranormal romances anymore, so Jared and Ronni’s story allowed me to head back into a genre that I adore and their book kept me intrigued as well as eager to see them truly claim one another as their true mate.
4 Poison Apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
‘Sex with a bite’
That’s Ronni’s rather simplistic view about her potential mating with an ex-pirate vampire who vowed to never love again….a male who wants her submission as well as a permanent bond between them, which means he has her back at all times, even when she doesn’t need nor want to be anyone’s responsibility.
There’s definitely a power play between Jared and Ronni as they figure out how to be mated without losing their own identities while feeling an inexplicable pull towards one another, not just for physical release but to serve as a leveling agent for their anger as well as their pain, and what neither Ronni nor Jared ever anticipated was finding the one partner who could both spar with and tame the other at the same time, illustrating just how good they are for one another and just how easily a necessary connection between the two of them in order to allow Ronni to live another day turned into everything they never knew they wanted!
I really enjoyed Tricked and the way that Jared and Ronni work to prove themselves to one another as well as to themselves. What’s most interesting about this arranged couple is how alike they are and how easily they push one another’s buttons. Jared is a stubborn alpha male who isn’t used to someone calling him on his shit and frustrating the ever loving hell out of him, but that’s what makes the dynamics between him and Ronni much more exhilarating than any other woman he’s been with, especially the one Jared thought owned his heart and soul.
I don’t get to read many paranormal romances anymore, so Jared and Ronni’s story allowed me to head back into a genre that I adore and their book kept me intrigued as well as eager to see them truly claim one another as their true mate.
4 Poison Apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
September 4, 2019
I liked this book, but I couldn’t help but feel like it was rushed. Everything happened so fast and the book was over before it really had time to develop anything. This made it hard to connect with the characters or the murder mystery going on. And just the story in general. It was disappointing and I felt like something was missing. I just hope that the next book will be better.
August 25, 2020
More or less 4 stars
French & English reviews
Une romance sympa mais sans plus : Ronni était attachante et amusante mais j'ai moins aimé Jared (trop alpha macho pour moi ><)
J'avoue que j'ai trouvé Ginny l'ex de Jared insupportable, je ne suis pas sûre d'avoir envie de lire son histoire ...
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A nice romance but no more : Ronni was endearing and funny but I liked Jared less (too alpha macho for me ><)
I must admit that I found Ginny the ex of Jared unbearable, I'm not sure I want to read her story ...
French & English reviews
Une romance sympa mais sans plus : Ronni était attachante et amusante mais j'ai moins aimé Jared (trop alpha macho pour moi ><)
J'avoue que j'ai trouvé Ginny l'ex de Jared insupportable, je ne suis pas sûre d'avoir envie de lire son histoire ...
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A nice romance but no more : Ronni was endearing and funny but I liked Jared less (too alpha macho for me ><)
I must admit that I found Ginny the ex of Jared unbearable, I'm not sure I want to read her story ...
August 11, 2020
Yet another unhealthily controlling alpha vampire who can “smell his mate’s desire”. Oh yes, and a manipulative ex... My eyes are rolling so hard.
I'd forgotten I'd read the first book in the series and disliked it. Hopefully I've learned my lesson this time.
I'd forgotten I'd read the first book in the series and disliked it. Hopefully I've learned my lesson this time.
April 16, 2025
Absolutely loved it, Ronnie Alexander and Jared Reese story was amazing.
March 2, 2018
3.5 stars.
Ms Zanetti writes good stuff. This was a short story but filled with enough action and romance to satisfy. Although I did find the hero's actions during lovemaking a bit abusive.. guess it's considered a mild form of BDSM?
All in all, a short enjoyable read.
Ms Zanetti writes good stuff. This was a short story but filled with enough action and romance to satisfy. Although I did find the hero's actions during lovemaking a bit abusive.. guess it's considered a mild form of BDSM?
All in all, a short enjoyable read.
July 28, 2020
Jared and Ronni's book, slightly better than his brother Charlton's book.
The male lead was aggressive at times and the female lead worked on my nerves at other times.
December 28, 2019
Jared agrees to mate Veronica (Ronni) to save her. After the mating is complete he realizes she isn’t a weak willed woman who will just wait at home. He is constantly tracking her down and trying to protect here because she won’t protect herself. While trying to figure out who poisoned her and dealing with his ex-girlfriend, Jared realizes he has fallen in love with Veronica and will do anything to keep her.
I really liked Ronni. She had been poisoned, was dying, and she was still trying to figure out who did it. She was tough and wasn’t afraid to get into a fist fight over her man. Jared was an overbearing and protective vampire, much like Chalton. I liked him but I felt he needed a little more character development.
Overall, I am really enjoying these novellas of the Reese brothers. Now to see Theo fall in love.
I really liked Ronni. She had been poisoned, was dying, and she was still trying to figure out who did it. She was tough and wasn’t afraid to get into a fist fight over her man. Jared was an overbearing and protective vampire, much like Chalton. I liked him but I felt he needed a little more character development.
Overall, I am really enjoying these novellas of the Reese brothers. Now to see Theo fall in love.
March 12, 2017
I've been TRICKED. Hot damn.
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