A Search for Death

A Shade of Vampire #73

by Bella Forrest

Where does Death dwell? 

It's the question of the century. Perhaps even the millennium. Because the Hermessi are growing dangerously close to completing their catastrophic ritual, and if Death can't stop them, no one will. 

GASP has heard she's holed herself up on a far-flung planet called Mortis, but finding it — and her — will prove to be only the first challenge in gaining her favor, as Taeral and his team will soon discover...

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Genres: Vampires, Fiction

328 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 18, 2019

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

[Gemma Shepherd · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing book from Bella

I really don't know how she comes up with each story line, this is another brilliant chapter in the shade series, can't wait to start the next one xxx

[Terri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another amazing book!

I love this series! In this book you have emotions running high. Love starting to bloom between teammates. Crazy adventures to new worlds. If course, the interview with death herself. Oh and the Word comes out to play. Very exciting!

*** I have Kindle Unlimited, I used that service to read this book. ***

[Mikayla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fantastic

As always a fantastic read and can't get enough. I can't wait to read the next one. A solid 4 stars from me.

[Amanda McKenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are no words to be said that could explain the roller coaster of a ride this book takes you on! I love all the different shade storylines but this may be my favorite! I love seeing the interactions from each character starting from the very beginning with Derek! I am not sure how this will end but the ride has been amazing so far!

[Tasha Reeves · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am absolutely certain this is my all time favorite series! No matter the different seasons with different characters, I absolutely love it! This is such a great read! Bella never disappoints! The romance, the action, the twists are phenomenal! You wont be able to get enough! Honestly, any of Bella’s books you wont be left disappointed! I absolutely love her & her passion for writing!

[Davina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fantastic instalment from ASOV, this book does not disappoint you as the reader. The introduction of “Death”, new romances between new characters as well as learning more about “The Word” are just some of the tips of this awesome iceberg of a novel.
I honestly cannot put these books down and love that the stories have continued since the recent Tazan storyline.
ASOV is amazing and just when you think you’ve got your head around things like the story line plot or the path of certain characters you get spun on your head and you are captivated all over again. These books are simply brilliant and I love them.

[nat _lovestoread · Rating 5 out of 5]

Meeting death!!! 🤯

Wow!!!... This series just keep blowing up my mind!!!... Bella's imagination is out of this world!!! 🤯❤️... Our crew finally discovered where death lives and go to meet her, not without a fight with reapers and some souls, of course, nothing is easy for our beloved GASP 😰... When they finally meet her, it's not what they expected and now they have a new mission to accomplish before being able yo stop the Hermessi ritual, damn!!! 😵... Now the hermessi's attack are stronger than ever, they won't let then find what death send them for... But, of course, our crew will stop at nothing to suceed, millions of lives depend on that, no pressure!!! 🙈😳😓

[Marisol Acevedo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hermessi’s Power

So the Shadians are all in acciona, protected. Will the Fae be saved. Can GASP help restore order before all perishes.

Can Death help GASP, can they even reach her. Will the reapers continue to obey blindly or will Gasp get to them too.

The Sisters feel powerless, so how does that leave GASP?

So many things happening at once. The 🔥 ⭐️ 🤴🏻 has a lot on his plate can he find room for something more???

Well off to find out!!!!

[Rebecca Dee Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

I unintentionally took about a 2 year break between reading the last book in this series and this one. I had cancel my kindle unlimited, as wasn't getting to chance to read when commuting as much, and only recently resubscribed. Due to this, it took a little to get back to grips with the extended family trees and remember who was who etc, but I still enjoyed this and looking forward to the next one

[Tina Oeffler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just when I though it couldn’t get any better.

This series is getting harder and harder to have to wait for next book. I was not ready for this book to end, the thrill and excitement had me on the edge of my seat wanting more. I can not wait to see what happens next. As always Bella Forrest you never disappoint. Absolutely love this series and don’t want it to end.

[Whitney May · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a book!

I seriously don't know how Bella does it. Every book is so good. The things we learned in this book is beyond crazy but in such a good way. I couldn't put it down once I started. I absolutely love it and cannot wait for the next one to come out!

[Syletia Wood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bella is amazing! It takes genuine talent to keep books fresh, new, and exciting at any time. When you're 73 hooks in? That's pure genius. Bella's characters become your family. The kind you go visit and never want to leave.

[Carla Martinez · Rating 5 out of 5]

The clock is ticking and the Hermessi are very close to getting all the fae for their ritual. I hope Taeral's crew can complete their next mission and put an end to this madness. Can't wait for the next book.

[Denise Esh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Death is something else!

I don't know why, bit I knew Tareal and his group was.on Mortis before it was revealed. I loved the growing relationships and look forward to seeing how they proceed. Come on March 30!

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dark Times

Awesome read fast paced and lots of action, the Hermessi are really ramping it up and the characters in this team are being made to find death and now her sycthe, Reapers abound and the far are slowly dying great storyline and awesome characters

[Natalie Pearson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Supernatural

What’s not too love I’ve been reading this series for over a year, and as much as it’s easy to follow and interesting to find more and more out, I’m not sure what else can happen x

[Darla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shade 73

I'm behind in this series. This was another great book I'm hoping teral can beat the hermisses and give death back her ability to stop them from killing off the world. Such a great story line

[Judy Robertson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had me on the edge of my seat

A story that has adventure, love, and a race to find someone who scares each of us. I am not disappointed in this book and look forward continuing my reading journey.

[Athena Harrelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

As USUAL

Bella did not disappoint. I love the fact that we have been able to touch base with all our loved characters from the Shade.

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Were do I start? I love this series and these characters! This one was a little sad for me because of ramin! And I can't wait to find out what happens next!!

[Veronica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Allies and enemies

Our crew can’t be certain who is an ally and who is an enemy, but discover who is whom along the way. Another fascinating story in this arc.

[Ashley Lusenhop · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love all the action in this season! 74 is about to be out of control! I loved every min of this book especially Raphael!😍

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is very intense

So sad for Armin
I wonder what is so special of tearal.
So glad raphael made the move to Amelie.
There journey is nerve racking.

[Patty · Rating 4 out of 5]

*4.5

[Adriana Baxter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love love i can’t wait to next book this season is one my favorite the old writing of bella is back and i am loving it!

[Sherri Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series

I can't wait to see what will happen next for them. I hope they will be able to get that scythe for death so she can stop the ritual.

[Lisa Welch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent next installment

What a story this is throughout to be with lots of suspense and twist that weren't even thought of . Can't wait to see what happens to the people of gasp

[Dania Mcclanahan · Rating 4 out of 5]

as always love this series!

[Chali’Inaru · Rating 5 out of 5]

Im ready

Lets keep this going i really wanna know what taeral special power is. Hmmmm so curious . Bring it Now

[Deneen Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exciting

Love this series! The connection between these creatures and the growth of their love is awesome. Bella imagination is out of this world.