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Dark Warrior Alliance #17.5
The Gift
Christmas is a time of joy, goodwill, and cherished moments spent with friends and family. But not for Ren. The holidays are a painful reminder that he's alone and depressed. The worst part is knowing it's all his fault. He put his parents through hell while in the throes of addiction, and despite years of sobriety, the damage is irreparable. His only solace is a beautiful angel that visits his dreams, offering comfort and support. Arial consumes his every waking thought and is the object of his nightly fantasies. Unfortunately, she is nothing more than a figment of his imagination.
When a surreal event brings Arial into his life, and ultimately his bed, Ren must face something greater than addiction. Forgiving himself for past mistakes is an impossible task, and it will take the love of an angel to prove to him that everyone deserves a second chance.
When a surreal event brings Arial into his life, and ultimately his bed, Ren must face something greater than addiction. Forgiving himself for past mistakes is an impossible task, and it will take the love of an angel to prove to him that everyone deserves a second chance.
- GenresParanormalRomance
71 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 4, 2018
About the author
Brenda Trim
239 books774 followersBrenda's Paranormal Women's Fiction
Mystical Midlife in Maine Series
1. Magical Makeover
2. Laugh Lines & Lost Things
3. Hellmouth & Hot Flashes
4. Holidays With Hades
5. Saggy But Witty in Crescent City
6. Nasty Curses & Big Purses
7. Fae Forged Axes & Chin Waxes
8. Demonic Stones & Creaky Bones
9. Underworld Frights & Sleepless Nights
10. Pixie Dust & Brain Rust
11. Magical Hands & Silver Strands
12. Deadly Quips & Furry Lips
13. Enchanted Tattoos & Lost Fools
14. Shady Secrets & Sun Spots
Twisted Sisters Midlife Maelstrom Series
1. Packing Serious Magical Mojo
2. Cadaver On Canal Street
3. Seances & Second Line Parades
4. French Quarter Fae
5. King's Day Magical Mischief
6. Etou-Fae The Hard Way
7. Hurricanes, Heros & Hail Marys
8. Royal Street Romp
9. Levees, Lost Crowns & Loa
10. Mud Bugs & Cherished Hugs
11. Creole Dishes & Deadly Wishes
Brenda's Paranormal Romance Books
DARK WARRIOR ALLIANCE SERIES
1. Dream Warrior
2. Mystik Warrior
3. Pemas Storm
4. Isis Betrayal
5. Deviant Warrior
6. Suvi's Revenge
7. Scarred Warrior
8. Hellbound Warrior
9. Isobel
10. Rogue Warrior
11. Shattered Warrior
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December 6, 2018
This delightful story in the Dark Warrior Alliance series is set during the Christmas holidays and warms the heart with as the strong, captivating characters discover forgiveness, hope, love and joy. Ariel and Ren’s story is really short but packs quite a punch as rule breaking occurs, dangerous fights with an enemy and a feisty angel refuses to take no for an answer. There is no way for readers to stay emotionally detached during this thrilling and enjoyable read that is full of sweet romance and electric chemistry. This story does not have to be read in sequence but it touches on an event that started in Dragon Knight of Koth, but has not reached its conclusion but that event is in no way influenced by this story.
May 7, 2020
Short and Sweet Holiday Angel Love Story
A sweet Angel of Forgiveness is in love with her human charge. She finally goes to meet him in face to face, and by the power of her love and acceptance he finally finds redemption and can forgive himself for his past transgressions. It's the season of miracles! Enjoy your holiday gift by reading this sweet short story placed in the world of Dark Warrior Alliance.
A sweet Angel of Forgiveness is in love with her human charge. She finally goes to meet him in face to face, and by the power of her love and acceptance he finally finds redemption and can forgive himself for his past transgressions. It's the season of miracles! Enjoy your holiday gift by reading this sweet short story placed in the world of Dark Warrior Alliance.
March 9, 2020
3 Stars
January 3, 2019
Forgiving himself
This was a short cute side story. The story was good but wished there was more. It didn't seem quite finished.
Ren and Arial's story was about forgiveness. Arial is an angel of forgiveness and Ren has been her assignment for five years. He has made progress but he can't seem to forgive himself. She asks Raphael if she can see him in person and was denied, but she does it anyway.
I hope we find out what happens when Raphael finds out about her going against his ruling in one of the next books. I also wonder what happens because she is an angel but he is only a human. Can they have a future?
This was a short cute side story. The story was good but wished there was more. It didn't seem quite finished.
Ren and Arial's story was about forgiveness. Arial is an angel of forgiveness and Ren has been her assignment for five years. He has made progress but he can't seem to forgive himself. She asks Raphael if she can see him in person and was denied, but she does it anyway.
I hope we find out what happens when Raphael finds out about her going against his ruling in one of the next books. I also wonder what happens because she is an angel but he is only a human. Can they have a future?
December 12, 2018
Forgiveness!
Trim and Julka gave us a wonderful story about forgiveness. Ariel an angel that has fallen in love with her charge Ren. Ariel has come to Ren in his dreams for five years. Ariel has helped Ten with his drug addiction. But, Ren won't forgive himself for the things he did while doing drugs. Ariel has to see him face to face but is the price for this action be worth it. You'll love this book it's in the Trim and Julka style.
Trim and Julka gave us a wonderful story about forgiveness. Ariel an angel that has fallen in love with her charge Ren. Ariel has come to Ren in his dreams for five years. Ariel has helped Ten with his drug addiction. But, Ren won't forgive himself for the things he did while doing drugs. Ariel has to see him face to face but is the price for this action be worth it. You'll love this book it's in the Trim and Julka style.
December 16, 2018
Quick, but entertaining!, story
Ariel and Ren’s story was heartwarming to read. Ariel’s unwavering support and faith in Ren, as he overcame his own personal demons, was beautiful to read about. I just wish there was more to the epilogue; was Ariel punished? Where will they live? How was the reunion with Ren’s parents?
Ariel and Ren’s story was heartwarming to read. Ariel’s unwavering support and faith in Ren, as he overcame his own personal demons, was beautiful to read about. I just wish there was more to the epilogue; was Ariel punished? Where will they live? How was the reunion with Ren’s parents?
January 13, 2020
Book 17.5 of the Dark Warrior Alliance series a well written short Christmas story. A story of forgiveness for recovering drug user Ren/Renald and Arial an angel who has visited him nightly for the last five years. The story has suspense, drama, danger, twists, turns, demons, and romance. I enjoyed reading this story. I read this story through K.U. and am voluntarily reviewing.
November 17, 2018
Sweet short story about second chances and being with the one you love. Arial & Ren Story I enjoyed and I wish it was a little longer. I would have liked too know what happens next for them. Enjoyable story with great characters.
I voluntarily reviewed this Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed this Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
February 27, 2019
Yummy
More yummy goodness from the world of the Dark Warrior Alliance. Ren and Ariel prove that united we stand divided we fall, as they battle a demon who wishes to come between them.
More yummy goodness from the world of the Dark Warrior Alliance. Ren and Ariel prove that united we stand divided we fall, as they battle a demon who wishes to come between them.
November 24, 2018
A beautiful Christmas story of love and forgiveness which proves before you can seek forgiveness by other, you must first forgive yourself.
December 7, 2018
I loved it!
So my one question is did Raph punish Arial or did Kara tell the stuffy nose brute to mind his own business?
So my one question is did Raph punish Arial or did Kara tell the stuffy nose brute to mind his own business?
September 2, 2019
Great short story about a human male who was addicted to drugs and his angel who is determined to help him forgive himself, no matter what it takes.
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