Traitors

Hotbloods #5

by Bella Forrest

"And here I was, stuck in the middle of it all..."  
 
Two savage queens at war. A rebel faction out for blood. An elixir that could end it all.  
 
As traitors to all parties, Navan and Riley are walking on eggshells. Riley cannot afford to be discovered in Gianne's queendom, while Navan is stuck on Brisha's side. They must stop both queens from discovering the immortality elixir at all costs - but in the midst of a war, even finding each other again is a deadly challenge.
 
Riley had better hope for luck... because she's going to need it.
 
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Genres: Science Fiction, Young Adult, Paranormal Romance, Fantasy, Romance, Fiction, Vampires

406 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 12, 2018

About the author

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Bella Forrest is a lover of fantasy, romance, action, and mystery infused stories with twists you don’t see coming. She has sold over fifteen million books since her first novel was published in 2012.

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Here's a list of some of Bella's books:

DARKLIGHT

Darklight (Book 1)
Darkthirst (Book 2)
Darkworld (Book 3)
Darkblood (Book 4)
Darktide (Book 5)
Darkbirth (Book 6)
Darkfall (Book 7)
Darkwilds (Book 8)
Darkhunt (Book 9)

A LOVE THAT ENDURES (Trilogy)
A Love that Endures 1
A Love that Endures 2
A Love that Endures 3

HARLEY MERLIN AND THE SECRET COVEN

Harley Merlin and the Secret Coven (Book 1)
Harley Merlin and the Mystery Twins (Book 2)
Harley Merlin and the Stolen Magicals (Book 3)
Harley Merlin and the First Ritual (Book 4)
Harley Merlin and the Broken Spell (Book 5)
Harley Merlin and the Cult of Eris (Book 6)
Harley Merlin and the Detector Fix (Book 7)
Harley Merlin and the Challenge of Chaos (Book 8)
Harley Merlin and the Mortal Pact (Book 9)
Finch Merlin and the Fount of Youth (Book 10)
Finch Merlin and the Lost Map (Book 11)
Finch Merlin and the Djinn's Curse (Book 12)
Finch Merlin and the Locked Gateway (Book 13)
Finch Merlin and the Forgotten Kingdom (Book 14)
Finch Merlin and the Everlasting Vow (Book 15)
Finch Merlin and the Blood Tie (Book 16)
Finch Merlin and the Legend of the Luminary
Persie Merlin and Leviathan's Gift (Book 18)
Persie Merlin and the Door to Nowhere (Book 19)
Persie Merlin and the Witch Hunters (Book 20)
Persie Merlin and the Dying Song (Book 21)

THE CHILD THIEF

The Child Thief (Book 1)
Deep Shadows (Book 2)
Thin Lines (Book 3)
Little Lies (Book 4)
Ghost Towns (Book 5)
Zero Hour (Book 6)

HOTBLOODS

Hotbloods (Book 1)
Hotbloods (Book 2): Coldbloods
Hotbloods (Book 3): Renegades
Hotbloods (Book 4): Venturers
Hotbloods (Book 5): Traitors
Hotbloods (Book 6): Allies
Hotbloods (Book 7): Invaders
Hotbloods (Book 8): Stargazers

THE GENDER GAME

The Gender Game (Book 1)
The Gender Secret (Book 2)
The Gender Lie (Book 3)
The Gender War (Book 4)
The Gender Fall (Book 5)
The Gender Plan (Book 6)
The Gender End (Book 7)

THE GIRL WHO DARED TO THINK

The Girl Who Dared to Think (Book 1)
The Girl Who Dared to Stand (Book 2)
The Girl Who Dared to Descend (Book 3)
The Girl Who Dared to Rise (Book 4)
The Girl Who Dared to Lead (Book 5)
The Girl Who Dared to Endure (Book 6
The Girl Who Dared to Fight (Book 7)

A SHADE OF VAMPIRE

Season 1: Derek & Sofia’s story

Books 1 to 7

Season 2: Rose & Caleb’s story

Books 8 to 16

Season 3: The Shade continues with a new hero...

Books 17 to 24

Season 4: A Clan of Novaks

Books 25 to 32

Season 5: A Dawn of Guardians

Books 33 to 41

Season 6: A Gift of Three

Books 42 to 50

Season 7: A Call of Vampires

Books 51 to 59

Season 8: A Voyage of Founders

Books 60 to 68

Season 9: A Birth of Fire

Books 69 to 77

Season 10: An Origin of Vampires
An Origin of Vampires (Book 78)
A Game of Death (Book 79)
A Veil of Dark (Book 80)
A Bringer of Night (Book 81)
A Circle of Nine (Book 82)
A Bender of Spirit (Book 83)
A Memory of Time (Book 84)
A Shard of Soul (Book 85)
A Break of Seals (Book 86)

Season 11: A Shade of Mystery
A Shade of Mystery (Book 87)
An Isle of Mirrors (Book 88)
A Sanctuary of Foes (Book 89)
A Ruler of Clones (Book 90)
A Gate of Light (Book 91)
A Dawn of Worlds (Book 92) ➜ Coming soon!

Reviews

[Phyllis Pickens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Overload!

What a fantastic read....It gives you action, surprises, insanity, revelations, information, clarity, death, hope and an ending that leaves you gasping and wanting more....

[Michelle's Paranormal Vault of Books · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good series but more sci to than paranormal

I still recommend this series just getting used to the more star trek feel of it. I did get hooked and need to see what happens next

[Viki · Rating 2 out of 5]

So much wated potential...

Are things still happening? Do the characters grow? Does it still have action and emotions and unique things? Sure. So WHY did I so rapidly loose interest??

Main issues:

- characters cannot catch a break, and I, by extend, feel "caged", wanting them to get out of the situation and they are in quickly but it never does - someone is blackmailing them all the time
- while some characters grow wings (literally) and went quite badass, some are falling into... a rutine, like Navan, who is just here to make puppy eyes and just stressing Riley more
- also, did you notice this is a series about a group of teenagers that basically got to meet one of the most important beings in the universe (most of them from a species that is some version of a normal beings like werewolves and fae) and solve problems that no one else could before?
- because, yes, this is usually the case with paranormal YA, Go Teenagers, right? and it is not that nauseatingly focused on the romance, you know, thinking about love in the most most inappropriate moments but it is just getting so complicated!!!
- it feels like (beware, gamer reference) like Skyrim or Witcher! They go on a quest, to accomplish something and end up TONS of different things, some not even pretending to be important to the ultimate goal, other than someone-made-us-do-it
- the threads stopped being a tapestry and ended up being just one big, messy ball of yarn
- it really skirts the edge of what feels necessary and what feels... forced? drawing out the plot that could have been solved in 4 books max?
- which is why I cannot stop reading it but I am no longer really enjoying it - I am skimming and just no longer care how is it accomplished as what they accomplish - who survives in what state and stuff... wrrrr, this is so frustrating

[Imogen Cook · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really do like this series don't get me wrong. But... with Seraphina becoming a bigger part of the series in this book, I have really lost respect for Riley. Seraphina inspires me way more than Riley where Riley seems childish and a bit selfish. I think this is because Riley doesn't have much of an internal monologue in the series; you never really know what Riley is thinking, it just comes out of the blue. I do like that this leaves you surprised by Riley's decisions but I do think a lot of her decisions seem pretty irrational when she doesn't explain herself so to speak. I feel if we knew more of Riley's thoughts we could get to know her better as a character and have that close relationship with her that you want a reader to have. Currently I feel like I don't massively care that much about Riley; she is just another person, nothing seemingly special about her.

[Tasha Reeves · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow!!! So amazing! I never expect anything less from Bella Forrest. You will NEVER be disappointed with one of her books. There is just so much excitement and suspense and love. Her books bounce all over the board, and turn out AMAZING! You would think with there always being new characters and plots that it would get to be too much for you, but in reality you cant get enough! It leaves you with wanting more!!! If you havent read this series yet i would definitely give it a go or better yet ANY of her series!!!

[Joy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Riley is Fierce and clever

I'm super glad i read this dates before the new book. I really enjoyed this book. Riley and Ronad are a good pair, got the adventure they take. I loved the introduction of the new two brothers, wasn't a fan of their choice at the end. I wish this series would follow more then just Riley. I would have been curious how Navan, Bashrik and the girls were faring in the North with Riley in the South. Good overall. I continue to enjoy Bella's Forest! 😊

[Kadie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was one of my least favorite of the series so far.

I felt there were way too many unlikely things happening such as Riley's new friendships with Navan's brothers and former enemies, breaking into impenetrable places so easly and capping it off with the arrival of the titans just made me feel like i was reading something else.

Still liking the overall plot though and am eager to see where the next book takes us.

[Brittany Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

The suspense Bella always manages to create in her stories amazes me. New characters for us to love and old ones returning when you least expect it. I love that I can never anticipate or expect how things are going to turn out and surprises are lurking with each turn of the page. Also another great cliffhanger at the end, I can’t wait for the next book in this saga.

[Heather Morrill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bella Forrest did her thing yet again! She flowed seamlessly from the previous book to this one. This book has twist and turns you never expected to happen, definitely a nail biter especially near the end. Love this series!

[Debra Mack · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this series

I like this series but this book I didn’t devour at the first sitting like usual. It has too much of the same thing happening to the main characters (one gets separated and the entire next book is about rescuing them).

[Judith Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Notebooks 5: Traitors by Bella Forest

This book was fantastic. It kept me reading non stop. It's full of action,llo

This book was fantastic. It's full of action, love, war, and love. I read it non stop from beginning to end. I can't wait to see the next book in the series.

[Joanne Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book again

I don't think there wos anything in this book I didn't like ...massive twists and unexpected turns .... hope they find wot there looking for in the next book won't say to much and spoil your fun ..

[Debbie Chittenden · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG! What judt happened? I cannot believe this. So much drama, fear, terror. I'm absolutely mortified right now at what is happening. I'm trembling in my own skin in fear for what happens next. I'm so glad the next book comes out tomorrow!

[Marcy · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the better ones in the series. Mort cracks me up, and I loved Kaido. The characters felt a lot more real in this one and really engaging. Plus, the new characters added some vitality to the story. It was well done.

[Connie Fogg-Bouchard · Rating 5 out of 5]

love and battles

Riley and Ronad are captives at Navan's parent's house. they wish him to come home but with civil war going on, that might be difficult. Riley sees Sephora in difficult straights and wants to help, but might the costs be too high?

[Cat- · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book 5 of 8

Things are moving along. And I enjoy the characters but I’m not in love. It’s entertaining but it seems like nothing and everything is happening including all at once.

[Mark Brandwein · Rating 5 out of 5]

Non-stop Action

Hot bloods 5 is a great read. May I suggest reading the entire series in the proper order. Navan and Riley are my Super heroes, so to speak. Looking forward to completing the series.

[Autumn Marci · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the better ones in the series. Mort cracks me up, and I loved Kaido. The characters felt a lot more real in this one and really engaging. Plus, the new characters added some vitality to the story. It was well done.

[chritine tullock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good series

Bella Forrest is a wonderful writer in all her books! I just wish they would be longer to read all her series

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, never stops to amaze me

Love everything about the story of Riley and Navan
Cat wait for the next journey for them both. Just the both queen need to be over thrown

[Cheryl Laidler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome series

I totally enjoy this series. All of her series keep you on your toes waiting for the next adventure of fun

[Kelly Gunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cliff hanger! Brilliant read pre ordered the next book already.

[Denise Esh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loving this series. Can't wait for more!

[nat _lovestoread · Rating 5 out of 5]

In shock

The Titans destroying the souht, Lauren taken to be sell as a slave... Just when I thought they will leave Vysanthe 😱... Can't wait for the next book!!!

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another great story

Loved the new relationships with navans siblings would like a little more romance!! Hopefully the next one will have a little more

[Gemma Shepherd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fantastic book from Bella

Another fantastic book from Bella! Her imagination is amazing, I don't know how she does it! Looking forward to reading the next one xxx

[M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome!

The things you'll do for the ones you love! I can't wait to see how the series ends! Couldn't put it down once I started!

[Deb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bella Forrest does it again #5 is amazing.

Trying to get the hang back together is proving hard to do. The young have many different paths to try and work through.

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG A Cliffhanger!

How ever will I make it two more weeks? Best cliffhanger yet! Very well done, I really enjoyed this book!

[Luz Maria Valle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Youngblood 5: Traitors

Gave it a five star rating. Loved the story. Can't wait to read the next book in the series to find out what happens next.