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Enchant the Night
In the arms of a centuries-old vampire, a woman awakens to newfound passion—and magical powers of her own.
Hungarian vampires are born, not made—and can breed with mortal females. Being one of the oldest of his kind, Quill Falconer has honed his skills at hunting just the right kind of prey, which is why his latest victim confounds him. She shouldn’t remember his drinking her blood. And he shouldn’t still be craving more . . .
Callie Hathaway’s life is as normal as it can be after the death of the beloved grandmother who raised her. Until one night, feeling foggy and fatigued, she realizes that a strangely sensual encounter with a dark, handsome man didn’t occur only in her imagination.
As Callie and Quill’s unique connection draws them together, an ancient order of knights seeks Quill’s destruction. Being together puts Callie in mortal danger—until she uncovers a magical family legacy. Side by side they’ll fight for survival, and for each other, as the brotherhood of vampire hunters gather for one final showdown.
Hungarian vampires are born, not made—and can breed with mortal females. Being one of the oldest of his kind, Quill Falconer has honed his skills at hunting just the right kind of prey, which is why his latest victim confounds him. She shouldn’t remember his drinking her blood. And he shouldn’t still be craving more . . .
Callie Hathaway’s life is as normal as it can be after the death of the beloved grandmother who raised her. Until one night, feeling foggy and fatigued, she realizes that a strangely sensual encounter with a dark, handsome man didn’t occur only in her imagination.
As Callie and Quill’s unique connection draws them together, an ancient order of knights seeks Quill’s destruction. Being together puts Callie in mortal danger—until she uncovers a magical family legacy. Side by side they’ll fight for survival, and for each other, as the brotherhood of vampire hunters gather for one final showdown.
400 pages, Paperback
First published August 25, 2020
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August 28, 2020
received an advanced copy of this book from Net Galley and Kensington Books in return for an honest review. The release date for this book was 25 Aug 2020
I am a huge Amanda Ashley fan but I just could not get into this story. It had everything that makes up a good paranormal romance but I just didn’t feel any connections with the characters. The story did have. a very sweet ending that could lead to some interesting sequels but overall this was just an average effort in my opinion.
I am a huge Amanda Ashley fan but I just could not get into this story. It had everything that makes up a good paranormal romance but I just didn’t feel any connections with the characters. The story did have. a very sweet ending that could lead to some interesting sequels but overall this was just an average effort in my opinion.
July 29, 2020
This review was originally posted on Addicted To RomanceI received this book for free from Zebra in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Enchant The Night is a stand alone novel by Amanda Ashley. I will say that I have come to appreciate over the years the writing style of this author and most especially in how she writes her vampire romances, I love the spooky feel to them, the lurking dangers and mysteries that she involves in her stories. So I was expecting this book to blow me away like I am used to but sadly it didn't. I actually struggled with staying with this book at times. I wasn't fully invested in the story, it just didn't draw me in like this author normally does but still a likable story.
Enchant The Night begins with our hero ....a vampire who is hundreds of years old. But then he feeds on a woman and for some reason she is still remembering who is he but when he is attacked and she saves him and shelters him in her home, a fragile trust is built and this trust turns into love. But their love will be threatened by an extremist group who hunt vampires. But as their journey goes from various areas in the country, and their search for the extremisists ....true growth individually and in the relationship will build in such an epic way
Enchant The Night is a story that was different from what I was expecting it to be. I still don't know what to quite make of this story to be honest. So this review is really challenging so I am on the fence on some elements. I wanted to love this pairing and this story but there just was something off putting about it that just didn't pull me in like I was expecting. I am not saying that I didn't enjoy this one here because it definitely had much promise. I really loved the mix of a witch heroine and a vampire hero. Such a fun mix and I really adored seeing our heroine grow within herself and finding love along the way. There are so many strengths that we see in the relationship but I loved how they stick together and fight for each other in all the important ways.
Enchant The Night is a story that is packed with thrilling scenes of suspense, intrigue, magic and romantic delights!!
Enchant The Night is a stand alone novel by Amanda Ashley. I will say that I have come to appreciate over the years the writing style of this author and most especially in how she writes her vampire romances, I love the spooky feel to them, the lurking dangers and mysteries that she involves in her stories. So I was expecting this book to blow me away like I am used to but sadly it didn't. I actually struggled with staying with this book at times. I wasn't fully invested in the story, it just didn't draw me in like this author normally does but still a likable story.
Enchant The Night begins with our hero ....a vampire who is hundreds of years old. But then he feeds on a woman and for some reason she is still remembering who is he but when he is attacked and she saves him and shelters him in her home, a fragile trust is built and this trust turns into love. But their love will be threatened by an extremist group who hunt vampires. But as their journey goes from various areas in the country, and their search for the extremisists ....true growth individually and in the relationship will build in such an epic way
Enchant The Night is a story that was different from what I was expecting it to be. I still don't know what to quite make of this story to be honest. So this review is really challenging so I am on the fence on some elements. I wanted to love this pairing and this story but there just was something off putting about it that just didn't pull me in like I was expecting. I am not saying that I didn't enjoy this one here because it definitely had much promise. I really loved the mix of a witch heroine and a vampire hero. Such a fun mix and I really adored seeing our heroine grow within herself and finding love along the way. There are so many strengths that we see in the relationship but I loved how they stick together and fight for each other in all the important ways.
Enchant The Night is a story that is packed with thrilling scenes of suspense, intrigue, magic and romantic delights!!
August 25, 2020
After Quill feed's from Callie and later remembers what happened even though he erased her memory of the event. Quill thinks he has to take drastic measures to make sure she doesn't remember him. Because humans aren't supposed to know about vampires.
Callie shouldn't have been able to remember the vampire feeding from her after he erased her memory but she does and she doesn't realize that she's now in mortal danger because of it.
There are vampire hunter's called Knights after Quill and when they find him and almost kill him, he has no choice but to ask Callie for help so he can heal. Callie isn't sure if he's using some sort of vampire magic on her to make her feel things so intensely for him but he's not. They are great together, Quill might have thought to kill her but as soon as he gets to know her he knows he could never hurt her. They want to have some kind of life together but it's dangerous because of the Knights that are always after his kind of vampire. Because his kind can father children with human females, the Knights see him as an abomination and want to wipe them all out.
Callie hadn't known she was a witch because her grandmother, Ava had never told her. Ava was also a witch and had raised Callie after her parents had died but Ava died some time ago and Callie found out all sorts of things about her grandmother when she started going through some of her belongings. When Callie started doing some of the spells and incantations that she found in her grandmother's things, she found it easier and easier to do more spells. Those spells did help her and Quill when the Knights came back around hunting for Quill.
When they find themselves kidnapped and in real danger, a huge twist is thrown into the story which really changes everything. I loved the twist and how it helped Callie and Quill get themselves out of danger in the long run. This was such a good story. I've read this author's books in the past and I've always liked them and I still do.
Disclosure: I was given and ARC of this book via NetGalley but all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Callie shouldn't have been able to remember the vampire feeding from her after he erased her memory but she does and she doesn't realize that she's now in mortal danger because of it.
There are vampire hunter's called Knights after Quill and when they find him and almost kill him, he has no choice but to ask Callie for help so he can heal. Callie isn't sure if he's using some sort of vampire magic on her to make her feel things so intensely for him but he's not. They are great together, Quill might have thought to kill her but as soon as he gets to know her he knows he could never hurt her. They want to have some kind of life together but it's dangerous because of the Knights that are always after his kind of vampire. Because his kind can father children with human females, the Knights see him as an abomination and want to wipe them all out.
Callie hadn't known she was a witch because her grandmother, Ava had never told her. Ava was also a witch and had raised Callie after her parents had died but Ava died some time ago and Callie found out all sorts of things about her grandmother when she started going through some of her belongings. When Callie started doing some of the spells and incantations that she found in her grandmother's things, she found it easier and easier to do more spells. Those spells did help her and Quill when the Knights came back around hunting for Quill.
When they find themselves kidnapped and in real danger, a huge twist is thrown into the story which really changes everything. I loved the twist and how it helped Callie and Quill get themselves out of danger in the long run. This was such a good story. I've read this author's books in the past and I've always liked them and I still do.
Disclosure: I was given and ARC of this book via NetGalley but all thoughts and opinions are my own.
August 25, 2020
Though Quill Falconer is one of the oldest vampires, he has never been on love. That is until he meets Callie. He had only intended to feed on her and then erase her memories. However, her blood tastes familiar, and his memory wipe doesn’t work.
When Callie saves him after a brutal attack by the Knights of the Dark Wood, a group determined to hunt and kill all vampires, and takes him to her home, they can’t deny their connection.
As Callie and Quill grow closer and learn each other’s secrets, they must also prepare for the constant threat of the Knights and their relentless pursuit of Quill. This threat takes them to various places across the country until they wage an epic battle that will determine their future. Can they defeat the knights and resolve their conflicts before it’s too late?
Callie has one major hangup, and it’s not that Quill is a vampire. Decades ago, Quill had a relationship with Callie’s grandmother. Callie struggles with this news and the revelation effects their romance. Callie doesn’t know if she can get past this information. I did not like this aspect of the story. It seemed like an unnecessary obstacle that this couple had to face, and it’s a bit…odd.
I also felt like Callie was a bit immature. The dismissive way that treated her traumatized friend and the superficial inner conflicts that she felt did not appeal to me. She also is passive and lets Quill run their lives even though she is powerful in her own right.
Additionally, the romance between Callie and Quill progressed slowly, and I had hoped that the story would delve further into the history of the vampires and the Knights of the Dark Wood. This seemed like a missed opportunity to develop the plot and characters.
Though this story has an interesting premise, it was just not the book for me, as I didn’t connect with the characters or the plot. Thanks to Netgalley and Kensington Books for a copy of the story in exchange for my honest review.
When Callie saves him after a brutal attack by the Knights of the Dark Wood, a group determined to hunt and kill all vampires, and takes him to her home, they can’t deny their connection.
As Callie and Quill grow closer and learn each other’s secrets, they must also prepare for the constant threat of the Knights and their relentless pursuit of Quill. This threat takes them to various places across the country until they wage an epic battle that will determine their future. Can they defeat the knights and resolve their conflicts before it’s too late?
Callie has one major hangup, and it’s not that Quill is a vampire. Decades ago, Quill had a relationship with Callie’s grandmother. Callie struggles with this news and the revelation effects their romance. Callie doesn’t know if she can get past this information. I did not like this aspect of the story. It seemed like an unnecessary obstacle that this couple had to face, and it’s a bit…odd.
I also felt like Callie was a bit immature. The dismissive way that treated her traumatized friend and the superficial inner conflicts that she felt did not appeal to me. She also is passive and lets Quill run their lives even though she is powerful in her own right.
Additionally, the romance between Callie and Quill progressed slowly, and I had hoped that the story would delve further into the history of the vampires and the Knights of the Dark Wood. This seemed like a missed opportunity to develop the plot and characters.
Though this story has an interesting premise, it was just not the book for me, as I didn’t connect with the characters or the plot. Thanks to Netgalley and Kensington Books for a copy of the story in exchange for my honest review.
August 31, 2020
I like to be connected to the main characters with in a couple pages. I like to understand and believe that the bad guys are doing what they are doing in the first few pages. After they are introduced. I like my vampires to be unpredictable, scaredy and dangerous until they hook up with the heroine. I got none of this and I am 80 pages into it. Not only do I feel as though the main characters are telling me a story from their POV.......that feels like they are not sure what the story is but this feel remarkably similar to "Discovery of Witches". I want to feel like I am in their heads....feel their fear....desire for one another, you know the pull......not feeling it. I'll keep reading, maybe it gets better?
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August 24, 2020
Enchant the Night is a bewitching tale of love between an ancient vampire and a newbie witch. This story took unexpected twists and turns that kept me flipping pages.
August 23, 2020
I received an ARC of this book to read through NetGalley. All opinions are my own. I chose to Enchant the Night by Amanda Ashley because I was in the mood for a dark and dirty romance between a Vampire and a Witch. That is not this book. This is something I’d never really thought existed, a sweet Christian vampire story. The steam level is quite low. The heroine spends a good part of the book worrying about her saving virginity, which she calls her greatest treasure for the right man. The author is telling not showing the story, and to me, it was a bit disjointed and fairly corny. Quill Falconer (a Hungarian Vampire who was born a vampire not made one) bites Callie Hathaway, who doesn’t know she’s a witch. He’s shocked when he can’t erase her memory, so decides he should kill her, but then some of the Knights of the Dark Wood attack him, and Callie saves him, so he spares her life and then realizes he knew her grandmother 100 years ago. I spent most of the books rolling my eyes and groaning at the plot twists unable to suspend disbelief enough to enjoy the book. Steam Level: They do have sex towards the end but it’s a thrust and done. Publishing Date: August 25, 2020. #EnchantThe Night #AmandaAshley #KensingtonBooks #ZebraRomance #bookstagram #VampireRomance #WitchRomance #ParanormalRomance
June 29, 2020
There are two kinds of vampires in the world, ones who are born and those that are made. The Hungarian vampires are born and rarely kill from those they feed from but they are still hunted by the Knights of the Dark Wood. Quill is one of the oldest Hungarian vampires and he'd rather live in peace but they won't let him.
Callie's world changes the night Quill feed's from her and his memory wipe doesn't hold. Not only does she remember she finds herself pulled into his world and learns she's a witch.
While these two dance around their connection, Quill is hunted and repeatedly attacked by the knights putting them both in danger.
There are some very charming, heartfelt moments but the relationship progression felt stilted and wishy washy they often felt more like friends than romantic interests. It's a likeable book, with interesting characters, but I felt more connections with Ava and Quill than with Callie.
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Callie's world changes the night Quill feed's from her and his memory wipe doesn't hold. Not only does she remember she finds herself pulled into his world and learns she's a witch.
While these two dance around their connection, Quill is hunted and repeatedly attacked by the knights putting them both in danger.
There are some very charming, heartfelt moments but the relationship progression felt stilted and wishy washy they often felt more like friends than romantic interests. It's a likeable book, with interesting characters, but I felt more connections with Ava and Quill than with Callie.
I received an ARC copy and am voluntarily leaving a review. If you like my reviews I hope you will follow my blog. https://wyldheartreads.wordpress.com/
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 26, 2020
It had been along time since I had been able to pick up one of this author's books. Having read several of them I was excited to say the lest. Quill is interesting and caught my attention. Having had a Hungarian uncle a double interest. Callie has that night the kind that makes you swoon. The Callie and Quill take us into their story I was reminded of some of the others read. That ancient order better watch out we do not want them to succeed. This has action and romance the kind you as the reader likes to sink your teeth into.
July 30, 2020
I enjoyed the story overall; however, I found the writing style to be very dry and stilted. This story is more suspense than romance and the main character, Callie, comes across as immature at times. I am not sure that I would read another by this author.
July 9, 2020
Amanda Ashley never disappoints my need for the paranormal read. Ancient Vampire Quill is drawn to Callie as she is to him. Will they be able to save each other from their enemies? "A copy of this book was provided by Kensington via NetGalley with no requirements for a review. Comments here are my honest opinion."
January 23, 2023
This is my first time reading anything by this author.
This book was a decent read for me. I just wished that we got more information on how two different vampires came to be. Also how old was Quill ? Just some small details I wish had been written about.
I really liked Quill not so much Callie.
This book was a decent read for me. I just wished that we got more information on how two different vampires came to be. Also how old was Quill ? Just some small details I wish had been written about.
I really liked Quill not so much Callie.
November 11, 2020
Characters:
I fell in love with Quill and Callie within the first few pages. A slow-burn romance, I was rooting for the protagonists as their relationship developed. Amanda Ashley has a knack for crafting relatable characters whose journeys we are invested in. She achieves this by connecting us to the characters through universal human emotions and desires. Her character-building is tactfully done through engaging dialogue and revealing actions. However, perhaps because of Callie's age and innocence, I felt as though this book was more YA than adult. The passion was a bit lack-luster for an avid adult romance reader. The minor relationships were not as well-developed as they could have been. For example, the relationship between Callie and her supposedly best friend was rather flat. It seemed that she was there only as a way to further the plot. There is also an odd and disjointed side-romance which, without giving details away, could feel a bit too cringey for some readers.
Plot:
Tension an conflict are well-established in the plot, however, my biggest editorial critique is within the pacing. Mostly within the third act, the action feels rushed. Without giving any spoilers, several climactic points are too abrupt and jarring. This story could have easily been many pages longer or even a series. And while I don't pretend to know what types of outside constraints could have had an effect, like deadlines or budgets, I believe that this book would have wholly benefited from a developmental editor, who could have had a positive impact on the essentials of plot pacing. While I still loved this story, these issues did slightly detract from my overall enjoyment. Foreshadowing is overdone (again, without any spoilers) the seeming "mystery" surrounding a character was too frequently hinted at. It ruined any suspense that there may have been for the final reveal and seemed unnecessary to continuously bring up the fact that something was amiss. I would have also loved more setting development, through backstory and world-building. She has a unique spin on the vampire culture and I would loved to have learned more details about it.
Conclusion:
Overall I believe that Amanda Ashley is a fantastic writer, whom I highly recommend for anyone that loves paranormal romances. I have several of her other novels currently on my list to read. Although this book did have its flaws, I still enjoyed it as an avid reader in this genre. This book is a great opportunity for other writers to see the areas that a developmental editor can help craft your story.
August 25, 2020
Reviewed at Keeper Bookshelf
‘Enchant the Night‘ brings us the story of a Hungarian vampire, born never made and who could mate/have children with human women. Although Quill has lived a very long time he hasn’t found what some would consider a soulmate – until he encounters a woman who keeps the memory of his feeding on her blood despite his best efforts to wipe that fact from her mind. Callie is unique in that she has her own magic, yet dormant, and comes from a line of witches that she had thought was just a silly family rumor. No, Callie is a witch and she’s about to get an education in not only her own history and abilities but that of vampires and vampire hunters as well.
Most of what you’d want to know can be found in the Cover Description. I am torn on ‘Enchant the Night‘ for there were parts that I greatly enjoyed, and others that felt bland or even uncomfortable, and not what I usually find in this author’s work. In order to explain why I feel this way I’d have to give away spoilers – and that I do not willingly do. This is going to be a review where I’ll tell you frankly that you need to make up your own mind about this book. I’m giving it a 3.5-star rating on my blog and will round that up to 4-stars on the places I leave reviews. It’s a good book simply one where I couldn’t connect with the characters and there were factors in the hero’s past that I couldn’t feel comfortable with given that Callie is supposed to be his soulmate. Again, this is my opinion, you should make up your own mind.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher, Kensington Books via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
‘Enchant the Night‘ brings us the story of a Hungarian vampire, born never made and who could mate/have children with human women. Although Quill has lived a very long time he hasn’t found what some would consider a soulmate – until he encounters a woman who keeps the memory of his feeding on her blood despite his best efforts to wipe that fact from her mind. Callie is unique in that she has her own magic, yet dormant, and comes from a line of witches that she had thought was just a silly family rumor. No, Callie is a witch and she’s about to get an education in not only her own history and abilities but that of vampires and vampire hunters as well.
Most of what you’d want to know can be found in the Cover Description. I am torn on ‘Enchant the Night‘ for there were parts that I greatly enjoyed, and others that felt bland or even uncomfortable, and not what I usually find in this author’s work. In order to explain why I feel this way I’d have to give away spoilers – and that I do not willingly do. This is going to be a review where I’ll tell you frankly that you need to make up your own mind about this book. I’m giving it a 3.5-star rating on my blog and will round that up to 4-stars on the places I leave reviews. It’s a good book simply one where I couldn’t connect with the characters and there were factors in the hero’s past that I couldn’t feel comfortable with given that Callie is supposed to be his soulmate. Again, this is my opinion, you should make up your own mind.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher, Kensington Books via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
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May 13, 2020This book is all about a different kind of vampire - Hungarian to be exact. They can eat, drink wine, have babies etc just like any normal human being. Quill Falconer happens to be that type of a vampire and is supposed to be one of the oldest and a powerful one at that.. As with any vampire story, you have the vampire hunters and in this case you have the Knights of Dark Wood, who are able to hunt for vampires via a medallion and a cloak of invisibility. Finally you have Callie Hathaway, granddaughter of a powerful witch and unbeknownst to her, happens to also be a witch.
Things start to get weird after a couple of chapters when Quill finds out that Callie is the grand daughter of Ava, a witch he had a one night stand with a hundred years ago.. How does he find out? By drinking Callie's blood that made him think there's something familiar about it.. hmmm.. okay... Then for someone who is suppose to be powerful, Quill sure gets injured a lot and is often overpowered by the Knights! Then we have stubborn Callie who was warned by Quill not to inform her friend about him and what does she do? Of course she goes to said friend and blabs about him right? Then we have this scene wherein the Knights murder a couple of vampires in this small town all because of Callie and does she show remorse or even guilt? Nope. I mean seriously? You are responsible for the deaths of a couple of vampires ( ok so lets say she did it because she had to save her friend) but c'mon lady!! show some guilt!
So yeah, what started our as a book with promise fell kind of flat for me.. Ms. Ashley is one of my all time authors but unfortunately, this book wasn't my cup of tea.
ARC provided by NetGalley, Kensington Books and Ms. Amanda Ashley.
Things start to get weird after a couple of chapters when Quill finds out that Callie is the grand daughter of Ava, a witch he had a one night stand with a hundred years ago.. How does he find out? By drinking Callie's blood that made him think there's something familiar about it.. hmmm.. okay... Then for someone who is suppose to be powerful, Quill sure gets injured a lot and is often overpowered by the Knights! Then we have stubborn Callie who was warned by Quill not to inform her friend about him and what does she do? Of course she goes to said friend and blabs about him right? Then we have this scene wherein the Knights murder a couple of vampires in this small town all because of Callie and does she show remorse or even guilt? Nope. I mean seriously? You are responsible for the deaths of a couple of vampires ( ok so lets say she did it because she had to save her friend) but c'mon lady!! show some guilt!
So yeah, what started our as a book with promise fell kind of flat for me.. Ms. Ashley is one of my all time authors but unfortunately, this book wasn't my cup of tea.
ARC provided by NetGalley, Kensington Books and Ms. Amanda Ashley.
September 15, 2020
This is one of my favorite writers and I have not read one of her books in a while as I started reading I was drawn into the book. I banter between the characters and the anticipation that is going to happen.
this is Quill and Callie's story. Quill is a very old Hungarian vampire with a lot of power. Callie is a powerful Witch but she doesn't know it yet.
As these two meet Quill finds he cannot let her go and also when he tried to clear her mind of him she dreams of what happened and her memory comes back. Quill doesn't know why that never happen before. Being a vampire it is important that no one finds out about them and he has made up his mind to kill her. He just couldn't bring him self to do it as he is drawn to her.
He was attached in the park by some ancient order of knights sworn to kill all vampires and keep all humans safe. He calls Callie to him to help him.
Callie had lunch that day with Vivian a friend that went to the club where Quill finds her and lures in the alley to drink from her, Callie is told by him to go home and drink some orange juice. As she goes to lay in bed and cannot seem to remember the last half hour. She starts to remember a strangle sensual encounter with a dark man. She is startled by what happened and starts to wonder if it was just her imagination or real
When he calls Callie to help him she cannot believe this is happening or how she got there. As a friendship grows and feeling develop she uncovers a family secret.......She is a witch.
As the knights hunt Quill and she learns her craft the Knights grow more determine to hunt Quill and put him to rest and the adventures begin as she learns more about her past and secrets can they love they have for each other survive or will it be lost
this is Quill and Callie's story. Quill is a very old Hungarian vampire with a lot of power. Callie is a powerful Witch but she doesn't know it yet.
As these two meet Quill finds he cannot let her go and also when he tried to clear her mind of him she dreams of what happened and her memory comes back. Quill doesn't know why that never happen before. Being a vampire it is important that no one finds out about them and he has made up his mind to kill her. He just couldn't bring him self to do it as he is drawn to her.
He was attached in the park by some ancient order of knights sworn to kill all vampires and keep all humans safe. He calls Callie to him to help him.
Callie had lunch that day with Vivian a friend that went to the club where Quill finds her and lures in the alley to drink from her, Callie is told by him to go home and drink some orange juice. As she goes to lay in bed and cannot seem to remember the last half hour. She starts to remember a strangle sensual encounter with a dark man. She is startled by what happened and starts to wonder if it was just her imagination or real
When he calls Callie to help him she cannot believe this is happening or how she got there. As a friendship grows and feeling develop she uncovers a family secret.......She is a witch.
As the knights hunt Quill and she learns her craft the Knights grow more determine to hunt Quill and put him to rest and the adventures begin as she learns more about her past and secrets can they love they have for each other survive or will it be lost
September 13, 2020
I’ve read and enjoyed other Amanda Ashley paranormal books before so I figured this title, Enchant the Night would be a good addition to my readers vault but I was rather disappointed.
I was not able to connect with the characters of Callie and Quill because they themselves were lackluster. I felt like the excitement I found in her previous vampire novels where I could not wait to turn the page was not there. Callie herself hasn’t much interest in what is happening in her life, so why would I feel interested as well. The next day after she is bitten by Quill she remembers it happening and is unsure and doesn’t go into a panic or anxiety. She just files it away it seems and when she figures that her grandma must have truly been a witch as she suspected and thus she’s a witch too, it’s still like, uh ok I’m a witch.
Quill who is a master vampire who’s been around for 600 years is just as jaded. He discovers a human whose mind was not wiped as he anticipated and at first is like, oh I’ll go do it again. He’s not immediately on guard or anything and seething with curiosity. He suspects that he’s ran into an ancestor of Callie but pushes it in the background as well. He is attacked during a feeding where he is caught unawares and it’s just too much to take in. You’re 600 years old people shouldn’t be getting the drop on you and that happens a lot through the book. Needless to say I was not really impressed with this one and would not purchase for my library.
This review was given on the ARC copy received from the Publisher via Netgalley in return for my honest opinion.
I was not able to connect with the characters of Callie and Quill because they themselves were lackluster. I felt like the excitement I found in her previous vampire novels where I could not wait to turn the page was not there. Callie herself hasn’t much interest in what is happening in her life, so why would I feel interested as well. The next day after she is bitten by Quill she remembers it happening and is unsure and doesn’t go into a panic or anxiety. She just files it away it seems and when she figures that her grandma must have truly been a witch as she suspected and thus she’s a witch too, it’s still like, uh ok I’m a witch.
Quill who is a master vampire who’s been around for 600 years is just as jaded. He discovers a human whose mind was not wiped as he anticipated and at first is like, oh I’ll go do it again. He’s not immediately on guard or anything and seething with curiosity. He suspects that he’s ran into an ancestor of Callie but pushes it in the background as well. He is attacked during a feeding where he is caught unawares and it’s just too much to take in. You’re 600 years old people shouldn’t be getting the drop on you and that happens a lot through the book. Needless to say I was not really impressed with this one and would not purchase for my library.
This review was given on the ARC copy received from the Publisher via Netgalley in return for my honest opinion.
June 12, 2020
Mit "Enchant the Night" hab ich mein erstes Buch von Amanda Ashley gelesen und es war sehr angenehm.
Der Schreibstil von Amanda ist locker leicht, man findet sich schnell in der Geschichte zurecht und die Geschichte wird nie langweilig.
Das einzige, was mir nicht so gefallen hat, war die Tatsache, dass die Liebe bzw. die Beziehung zwischen Quill und Callie mir zu schnell ging. Den Protas hat man hier nicht genug Zeit gelassen, dass sie sich wirklich kennen lernen, sich vertrauen, sich erkunden. Da wäre noch mehr möglich gewesen. Auch die Tatsache, dass Callie eine Hexe ist, hätte man noch mehr ausbauen können. Ja, dann wäre es mit einem Band vielleicht schwierig gewesen, aber so litt die Tiefe darunter.
Allgemein aber eine schöne, romantische Geschichte mit einem sexy Vampir und einer liebenswürdien Hexe.
****
"Enchant the Night" was my first book that I've read from Amanda Ashley and I did enjoy the story. The story writing is easy and light, and was easy for me to deep dive into the story and the characters.
The one thing I personally did not enjoy about the story was the fact that the romance/love between Quill and Callie was too fast for me. I would have loved that the characters get to know each other, get to trust each other, fall in love with each other. The same goes for Callies magical abilities. There would have been way more possible, however, I guess than it might have turned out into a series. Now, I miss the depth a bit.
Overall it is a really nice and romantic story with a sexy vampire and a kind but sometimes naive witch.
Der Schreibstil von Amanda ist locker leicht, man findet sich schnell in der Geschichte zurecht und die Geschichte wird nie langweilig.
Das einzige, was mir nicht so gefallen hat, war die Tatsache, dass die Liebe bzw. die Beziehung zwischen Quill und Callie mir zu schnell ging. Den Protas hat man hier nicht genug Zeit gelassen, dass sie sich wirklich kennen lernen, sich vertrauen, sich erkunden. Da wäre noch mehr möglich gewesen. Auch die Tatsache, dass Callie eine Hexe ist, hätte man noch mehr ausbauen können. Ja, dann wäre es mit einem Band vielleicht schwierig gewesen, aber so litt die Tiefe darunter.
Allgemein aber eine schöne, romantische Geschichte mit einem sexy Vampir und einer liebenswürdien Hexe.
****
"Enchant the Night" was my first book that I've read from Amanda Ashley and I did enjoy the story. The story writing is easy and light, and was easy for me to deep dive into the story and the characters.
The one thing I personally did not enjoy about the story was the fact that the romance/love between Quill and Callie was too fast for me. I would have loved that the characters get to know each other, get to trust each other, fall in love with each other. The same goes for Callies magical abilities. There would have been way more possible, however, I guess than it might have turned out into a series. Now, I miss the depth a bit.
Overall it is a really nice and romantic story with a sexy vampire and a kind but sometimes naive witch.
July 16, 2020
Hungarian vampire, Quill Falconer, is a born not made vampire. His kind can mate with human woman and produce offspring. In his centuries of life, Quill has never found a woman he felt could be a soulmate. When a particular young woman becomes his latest meal, Quill finds her most compelling.
Callie Hathaway thinks she is a normal human although her late grandmother had some witchy proclivities. After her encounter with Quill despite his memory wiping skills, Callie remembers it happening which should not be. Reading Callie's thoughts, Quill seeks her out to do more than wipe Callie's memory; however, he is compelled to protect instead of destroy her.
Complicating their relationship is a secret group sworn to destroy vampires, and who are determined to wipe out Quill. He is hunted and stalked by more than one member of the ancient order of knights with comical names. Also a mitigating factor, Quill had an affair with Callie's grandmother and she is none to pleased to find out that tidbit.
The issues with the grandmother having been Quill's lover add a bit of an ick factor. This story seemed rather more YA than adult in genre. Callie's immaturity, their lack of chemistry, and very drawn out attempts at a physical relationship along with some confusing parts do not really form a cohesive tale.
Callie Hathaway thinks she is a normal human although her late grandmother had some witchy proclivities. After her encounter with Quill despite his memory wiping skills, Callie remembers it happening which should not be. Reading Callie's thoughts, Quill seeks her out to do more than wipe Callie's memory; however, he is compelled to protect instead of destroy her.
Complicating their relationship is a secret group sworn to destroy vampires, and who are determined to wipe out Quill. He is hunted and stalked by more than one member of the ancient order of knights with comical names. Also a mitigating factor, Quill had an affair with Callie's grandmother and she is none to pleased to find out that tidbit.
The issues with the grandmother having been Quill's lover add a bit of an ick factor. This story seemed rather more YA than adult in genre. Callie's immaturity, their lack of chemistry, and very drawn out attempts at a physical relationship along with some confusing parts do not really form a cohesive tale.
July 30, 2020
This book had a unique spin on your typical vampire romance. I was certainly surprised with all the places this book took me.
Callie is the seemingly random target of a Hungarian vampire named Quill. After their first meeting (which Quill immediately tries to erase from her mind), it's clear that they are drawn to one another. I admit, it's a little bit of questionable consent in parts, especially since he's got a growing list of powers throughout the book, but if you are able to put that aside, they end up going through a very fast series of couple ups and downs.
The big bad in this story is the knights that hunt vampires. They've got some witch magic on their side, but are generally just determined to wipe out vampires from existence. There's also some side baddies in the form of evil other vampires. Combine this with some rather unusual connections, lots of surprising turns, and an ultimate HEA, and you've got this book in a nutshell. I'm not sure if this was supposed to start a series, but it's not overloaded with side characters as other series starters tend to be. Callie definitely grew on me along the way, but where the story leaves us seems to wrap things up nicely.
Callie is the seemingly random target of a Hungarian vampire named Quill. After their first meeting (which Quill immediately tries to erase from her mind), it's clear that they are drawn to one another. I admit, it's a little bit of questionable consent in parts, especially since he's got a growing list of powers throughout the book, but if you are able to put that aside, they end up going through a very fast series of couple ups and downs.
The big bad in this story is the knights that hunt vampires. They've got some witch magic on their side, but are generally just determined to wipe out vampires from existence. There's also some side baddies in the form of evil other vampires. Combine this with some rather unusual connections, lots of surprising turns, and an ultimate HEA, and you've got this book in a nutshell. I'm not sure if this was supposed to start a series, but it's not overloaded with side characters as other series starters tend to be. Callie definitely grew on me along the way, but where the story leaves us seems to wrap things up nicely.
May 10, 2020
I had high hopes for this book - the cover description looked so interesting!
It was just so boring, unfortunately. The characters were so dull and wishy-washy. The first 50% was of the female MC showering, going out for a movie, going out for dinner, or having a chat with her best friend. Did she have any semblance of life? I understand she was well comfortable financially, so she didn’t have to work at all, but still... I would have liked to see some kind of passion for something! It is mentioned she dabbles in photography, but it seems to happen only once in a blue moon! As soon as she meets Quill (the male MC) she starts cancelling all her future photography jobs... It was disappointing.
Oh! And Quill... What can I say about him? He was so tame, with barely any character. By the way, for being a person that was born in the Middle Ages, he sure has a strange name!
And the whole story that he had slept with her grandmother in the past?? I didn’t know what to make of that O.o
All in all, the novel was extremely repetitive and boring. Then the action started, but by then they had lost me.
It was just so boring, unfortunately. The characters were so dull and wishy-washy. The first 50% was of the female MC showering, going out for a movie, going out for dinner, or having a chat with her best friend. Did she have any semblance of life? I understand she was well comfortable financially, so she didn’t have to work at all, but still... I would have liked to see some kind of passion for something! It is mentioned she dabbles in photography, but it seems to happen only once in a blue moon! As soon as she meets Quill (the male MC) she starts cancelling all her future photography jobs... It was disappointing.
Oh! And Quill... What can I say about him? He was so tame, with barely any character. By the way, for being a person that was born in the Middle Ages, he sure has a strange name!
And the whole story that he had slept with her grandmother in the past?? I didn’t know what to make of that O.o
All in all, the novel was extremely repetitive and boring. Then the action started, but by then they had lost me.
September 20, 2020
3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars.
This was for the most part an enjoyable read and moved along nicely. It would have been a solid 4 stars except for a part near the end which left me totally confused. I read and re-read a number of times and was still confused.
Near the end when Quill and the Elder Knight are fighting - Elder Knight is described as having a double bladed sword. Two blades on a single sword in a lightsaber manner? Or does the author mean a double EDGED sword? At one point, Quill wrenches the Elder Knight's sword away and there's the sound of it hitting the ground. The assumption at this point is that both Quill and Elder Knight are unarmed. Yet a moment later there's the sound of metal against metal. Say what? When did Elder Knight pick up his sword? And when did Quill GET a sword? It's never mentioned that Quill is armed. Nor is it mentioned that Elder Knight picks up his sword. Given that this is the climactic fight scene between Quill and Elder Knight, clarity is clearly lacking. There are other points previous where transitions are missing or lacking, but this is the most confusing.
This was for the most part an enjoyable read and moved along nicely. It would have been a solid 4 stars except for a part near the end which left me totally confused. I read and re-read a number of times and was still confused.
Near the end when Quill and the Elder Knight are fighting - Elder Knight is described as having a double bladed sword. Two blades on a single sword in a lightsaber manner? Or does the author mean a double EDGED sword? At one point, Quill wrenches the Elder Knight's sword away and there's the sound of it hitting the ground. The assumption at this point is that both Quill and Elder Knight are unarmed. Yet a moment later there's the sound of metal against metal. Say what? When did Elder Knight pick up his sword? And when did Quill GET a sword? It's never mentioned that Quill is armed. Nor is it mentioned that Elder Knight picks up his sword. Given that this is the climactic fight scene between Quill and Elder Knight, clarity is clearly lacking. There are other points previous where transitions are missing or lacking, but this is the most confusing.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 15, 2020
This book is the story of Hungarian Vampire Quill Falconer and mortal Callie Hathaway. They come together when after Quill feeds from her wipes her mind she regains the memory. He returns with the intent to kill her, but is to fascinated by her to follow his initial plan. Both are attracted to each other. The relationship begins to develop, but the machinations of the Knights of the Dark Woods keeps throwing up road blocks. The Knights of the Dark Woods are fanatics that will stop at nothing to wipe Hungarian Vampires from existence. It seems it is because they are able to procreate with mortal women.
I enjoyed this book and felt it provided a solid foundation for its world. It is always interesting to see what rules, etc. an author will incorporate into their paranormal world. This book is currently listed as a stand alone, but it would be a good precursor for future books. I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy Rebecca Zanetti’s Dark Protectors series.
I was provided an ARC by NetGalley and Zebra publishing for an honest review.
I enjoyed this book and felt it provided a solid foundation for its world. It is always interesting to see what rules, etc. an author will incorporate into their paranormal world. This book is currently listed as a stand alone, but it would be a good precursor for future books. I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy Rebecca Zanetti’s Dark Protectors series.
I was provided an ARC by NetGalley and Zebra publishing for an honest review.
January 8, 2021
I received an advance reader copy from #NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
This book is not my genre. There were many things that I did not personally like about the storyline.
HOWEVER, the author is an amazing writer, and I couldn't put the book down. If witches and vampires are your thing, you will LOVE this book.
Here's what I did enjoy (other than the amazing writing by the author; major kudos!!):
- Quill (leading man) is honest and open with Callie (leading lady).
- There are some nice plot twists that I didn't see coming at all.
- The body count is high for a romance novel. That was different, and I found it enjoyable.
- Callie has a major development arc in this story, and it really helps drive the book.
- There is very little downtime in the book. It is a read that you can just enjoy and keep going without getting too mad at the characters. Very nice change from some of the books I've read lately.
Overall I give 4 stars because of how well written this book is. If the author writes in some other genre, I would definitely read.
This book is not my genre. There were many things that I did not personally like about the storyline.
HOWEVER, the author is an amazing writer, and I couldn't put the book down. If witches and vampires are your thing, you will LOVE this book.
Here's what I did enjoy (other than the amazing writing by the author; major kudos!!):
- Quill (leading man) is honest and open with Callie (leading lady).
- There are some nice plot twists that I didn't see coming at all.
- The body count is high for a romance novel. That was different, and I found it enjoyable.
- Callie has a major development arc in this story, and it really helps drive the book.
- There is very little downtime in the book. It is a read that you can just enjoy and keep going without getting too mad at the characters. Very nice change from some of the books I've read lately.
Overall I give 4 stars because of how well written this book is. If the author writes in some other genre, I would definitely read.
May 29, 2020
When Quill realizes that he can’t successfully erase Callie’s memories of him, he becomes intrigued as to why. The more he learns about Callie, the more he falls in love with her. Callie’s character initially is difficult to like. There is a lot of emotion swinging back and forth with her and she’s very unsure of herself. Once she learns of her history, she gains more confidence in herself and her ability to support Quill as he fights for his life and the lives of his Hungarian vampires.
The story was slow to get going, but once it did, it kept me engaged. The relationship development in the first half of the story between the two characters did not pull me in. I also found myself struggling with Callie’s immaturity in her emotions until some of the pieces of the story came together like a puzzle, and Callie started acting more like the adult she was. Her heritage was also very interesting and I would have enjoyed seeing more of that as well.
The story was slow to get going, but once it did, it kept me engaged. The relationship development in the first half of the story between the two characters did not pull me in. I also found myself struggling with Callie’s immaturity in her emotions until some of the pieces of the story came together like a puzzle, and Callie started acting more like the adult she was. Her heritage was also very interesting and I would have enjoyed seeing more of that as well.
August 21, 2020
I’ll start by saying that the premise of this book looked really good and I’ve read and enjoyed Ashley’s books before. But this book just fell flat for me.
It seemed that you only got to know the characters on a surface level and they all did things that just made little to no sense. I felt like I never really knew who they were. Callie remembers being bit by Quill, but it doesn’t really affect her. She learns she’s a witch, but then never really practices unless she can’t think of anything else to do. She loves Quill, but she’s hot and cold all the time. Quill seems the same, for a 600 year old vampire, used to being hunted, he sure gets surprised a lot.
The events in the book also seemed really glossed over. I got in depth info about what pizza was ordered, but actual story changing scenes happened in a couple paragraphs and weren’t detailed.
I was just disappointed in this book overall.
It seemed that you only got to know the characters on a surface level and they all did things that just made little to no sense. I felt like I never really knew who they were. Callie remembers being bit by Quill, but it doesn’t really affect her. She learns she’s a witch, but then never really practices unless she can’t think of anything else to do. She loves Quill, but she’s hot and cold all the time. Quill seems the same, for a 600 year old vampire, used to being hunted, he sure gets surprised a lot.
The events in the book also seemed really glossed over. I got in depth info about what pizza was ordered, but actual story changing scenes happened in a couple paragraphs and weren’t detailed.
I was just disappointed in this book overall.
May 31, 2020
Quill, an ancient Hungarian vampire, comes across Callie, a young mortal, as she leaves a shop. He discreetly steers her into an alley as he quietly calms her distress and quickly feeds from her. As he releases her, he erases her memory of him and his bite. Normally, this would be the end of their connection, but Callie somehow retains the memory. Sensing Callie's revelation, Quill realizes that he is going to have to take more drastic measures because mortals can't know about the reality of vampires. Unfortunately for Quill, he is drawn to Callie and the feeling is mutual. Because of an organization called The Knights of the Dark Wood, Callie and Quill are forced to work together to keep each other safe. How can a mere mortal help a vampire?? Callie seems to have a secret in her past that may just help both of them find happiness.
June 10, 2020
Vampires, witches, silver swords and knives.
Hungarian vampire Quill Falconer meets Callie Hathaway one night when he takes some of her blood. For some reason he can't wipe her mind from his bite, nor can he forget her. There's a connection, but Quill doesn't understand what it is. Hungarian vampires can mate with mortals. Callie seems mortal, but her Grandma Ava wasn't exactly like other grandmas. Knights of the Dark Wood have vowed to kill all vampires, Hungarian and Transylvanian. As Quill and Callie grow closer, so do their enemies. With unexpected help they may destroy the Knights.
A fast paced sensual romance between a lonely vampire and a young lady, who finds her place in the world of vampires and witches. Very entertaining!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Hungarian vampire Quill Falconer meets Callie Hathaway one night when he takes some of her blood. For some reason he can't wipe her mind from his bite, nor can he forget her. There's a connection, but Quill doesn't understand what it is. Hungarian vampires can mate with mortals. Callie seems mortal, but her Grandma Ava wasn't exactly like other grandmas. Knights of the Dark Wood have vowed to kill all vampires, Hungarian and Transylvanian. As Quill and Callie grow closer, so do their enemies. With unexpected help they may destroy the Knights.
A fast paced sensual romance between a lonely vampire and a young lady, who finds her place in the world of vampires and witches. Very entertaining!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
August 15, 2020
I like Quill, he's one of the good ones, compassionate, considerate and so patient with Callie. The perception of the Knights differs which makes the life of a vampire peace-less. I like Callie too, she's sweet and really blossoms as she bravely builds trust in him and her magic. Their attraction is magnetic and just meant to be. Few twist and turns adding adventure. Enjoyed reading this engaging story which in the end left me giddy and smiling because their happiness shines through all the dangerous peril they endured. Lot of history of vampire, lineage and the very skilled and determined Knights but I think Callie as well as some readers need that. At this time and stage of my vampire romance depository, I prefer a bit more steam for intensity and less gore. I received a free copy without obligation and am voluntarily reviewing.
August 26, 2020
Quill an ancient Hungarian Vampire one of the last of his kind has been hoping for a human mate through all his long life. He is been hunted by a order of Knights who are protected by magic. A chance meeting with Callie will change both their lives. He takes her blood but cannot erase her memory. Callie may have magic in her family having memories of her Grandma and friends being different. Quill and Callie go on the run when a local Vampire settlement is slaughtered. They must stay one step ahead of the Knights who just appear from nowhere. This is an exciting story of Vampires and other magical beings with Callie learning all that she may become. Two characters who leave you routing for them and the future of their races.
I was given an arc of this book by Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
I was given an arc of this book by Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
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