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Mortal Heat #3
Dying Star
Sometimes, the calm facade of a society hides a deadly secret.
Emily’s surprising pregnancy calmed the threat of battle in the Austrian enclave, but it didn’t end the war. Events that began centuries before the Vimpiri abandoned their home come to light, and reveal a plot that has nothing to do with humanity.
Mick says he’s ready to pair for eternity, but his continued hesitation makes me question his commitment to me. Now, with a possible rival on the scene, I’m craving his bite more than ever. Even if I have to take matters into my own hands, I’ll get his fangs in me soon.
Escalating tensions lead to battles, heartache, and shocking revelations centuries in the making. Don’t miss the epic finale of the Mortal Heat series, Dying Star!
Mortal Heat is a fresh take on the legend of vampires.
Emily’s surprising pregnancy calmed the threat of battle in the Austrian enclave, but it didn’t end the war. Events that began centuries before the Vimpiri abandoned their home come to light, and reveal a plot that has nothing to do with humanity.
Mick says he’s ready to pair for eternity, but his continued hesitation makes me question his commitment to me. Now, with a possible rival on the scene, I’m craving his bite more than ever. Even if I have to take matters into my own hands, I’ll get his fangs in me soon.
Escalating tensions lead to battles, heartache, and shocking revelations centuries in the making. Don’t miss the epic finale of the Mortal Heat series, Dying Star!
Mortal Heat is a fresh take on the legend of vampires.
- GenresVampires
208 pages, ebook
First published March 8, 2020
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Laurel Night
22 books1,140 followersHi! I'm Laurel, I love all things fantasy, magic, and sci-fi, so you may find that my books have surprising twists that you didn't see coming.
I'm an avid traveller and adventurer, and I find my travels inspire stories I want to write! I have an amazing daughter and we currently live in the shadows of the Smoky Mountains. I love a good craft cocktail, sunny beaches and snowy slopes, and a cozy chair with a nearby fireplace for the perfect read.
I'm an avid traveller and adventurer, and I find my travels inspire stories I want to write! I have an amazing daughter and we currently live in the shadows of the Smoky Mountains. I love a good craft cocktail, sunny beaches and snowy slopes, and a cozy chair with a nearby fireplace for the perfect read.
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March 14, 2020
redhat queen
You done it. You made these three books a outstanding series. I loved all the books. You kept me so interested I read them in two days. You created great characters. I loved how you made all the females in these books powerful and intriguing. Great writing.
You done it. You made these three books a outstanding series. I loved all the books. You kept me so interested I read them in two days. You created great characters. I loved how you made all the females in these books powerful and intriguing. Great writing.
May 21, 2020
A nicely satisfying conclusion to the series. I was worried we would be seeing some tropes as far as the love triangle that was hinted at in the blurb. I was very pleased it didn't go that way. There was a lot less emotional anguish for Mick and Lucy in this one, at least for me. This part of their story came to an end happily though it feels like they're will be many more trials for the two in the future.
March 9, 2020
ONE SPECTACULAR BLOCK BUSTER!!!
Deep! Laurel is kicking ass and taking names, dropping the bomb and blasting this baby to life brilliantly. One action packed, hard hitting, pulse racing, heart pounding, nerve racking, nailbiting, spine tingling, explosive experience. Anarchy, escapades and havoc run amuck, kicking this gem into a swirling tempest, blasting it into a frenzy with a life-altering realization. A roaring vortex chocked full of unnerving circumstances and electrifying events, blow this little fella into play front and center. Exposing the drama, distrust, intrigue, torment, secrets, danger, mounting suspense and deadly situations, along with a boatload of chaos while dodging mayhem, you have one prize winning masterpiece. Glimpsing the instant realization and charged atmosphere, along with a bevy of shocking twists and startling turns, testing our characters in ways they could have never imagined. Illustrating thrilling, well rounded scenario's, ramping up the exuberance and adrenaline with such intensity and precision, melding this gem together flawlessly. The characters are authentic, genuine and realistic with depth and qualities that blend into amazing personalities. The scenes are so vividly detailed it gives the illusion you were right there standing in the middle of ground zero with them. Fantastic job Laurel, thanks for sharing this little gem with us.
Deep! Laurel is kicking ass and taking names, dropping the bomb and blasting this baby to life brilliantly. One action packed, hard hitting, pulse racing, heart pounding, nerve racking, nailbiting, spine tingling, explosive experience. Anarchy, escapades and havoc run amuck, kicking this gem into a swirling tempest, blasting it into a frenzy with a life-altering realization. A roaring vortex chocked full of unnerving circumstances and electrifying events, blow this little fella into play front and center. Exposing the drama, distrust, intrigue, torment, secrets, danger, mounting suspense and deadly situations, along with a boatload of chaos while dodging mayhem, you have one prize winning masterpiece. Glimpsing the instant realization and charged atmosphere, along with a bevy of shocking twists and startling turns, testing our characters in ways they could have never imagined. Illustrating thrilling, well rounded scenario's, ramping up the exuberance and adrenaline with such intensity and precision, melding this gem together flawlessly. The characters are authentic, genuine and realistic with depth and qualities that blend into amazing personalities. The scenes are so vividly detailed it gives the illusion you were right there standing in the middle of ground zero with them. Fantastic job Laurel, thanks for sharing this little gem with us.
March 15, 2020
Action, Romance, Fun…. and Vimpiri
Laurel Night’s „Dying Star” (The Mortal Heat Series Vol.3) continues the story of Lucy and Mick, who while quite confident that their bond will be successful, are still reluctant to take the next step. As Mick’s mother calls them to Austria due to some new developments, all havoc breaks loose! What follows is not-stop action, with fully unexpected twists, that keeps the reader turning pages in a frenzy just to know what comes next….
The characters feel real with beautiful qualities and very believable flaws, and while the story is full of action and mayhem, secrets intrigues, shocking situations and personal distrust the overall mood is entertaining and funny. Some scenes are just hilarious and will keep you laughing until your eyes water, some other “eye watering “ may occur for different reasons, and throughout the whole story the reader feels front and center, right in the middle of the action, wondering if maybe… Vimpire are indeed real 😊. Very nicely done!
Laurel Night’s‘ vampire/aliens hybrids are original fully-fledged characters, funny to the point of whimsical and always a great entertainment for both young adults and more mature readers. Her writing style and great choice of locations make this series a must read for all urban fantasy adepts out there 😉.
Laurel Night’s „Dying Star” (The Mortal Heat Series Vol.3) continues the story of Lucy and Mick, who while quite confident that their bond will be successful, are still reluctant to take the next step. As Mick’s mother calls them to Austria due to some new developments, all havoc breaks loose! What follows is not-stop action, with fully unexpected twists, that keeps the reader turning pages in a frenzy just to know what comes next….
The characters feel real with beautiful qualities and very believable flaws, and while the story is full of action and mayhem, secrets intrigues, shocking situations and personal distrust the overall mood is entertaining and funny. Some scenes are just hilarious and will keep you laughing until your eyes water, some other “eye watering “ may occur for different reasons, and throughout the whole story the reader feels front and center, right in the middle of the action, wondering if maybe… Vimpire are indeed real 😊. Very nicely done!
Laurel Night’s‘ vampire/aliens hybrids are original fully-fledged characters, funny to the point of whimsical and always a great entertainment for both young adults and more mature readers. Her writing style and great choice of locations make this series a must read for all urban fantasy adepts out there 😉.
March 11, 2020
Dying Star, the third book in the Mortal Heat series is amazing, it’s so wonderful that I couldn’t stop reading until I finished. Even though I’d read the first two books in the series I didn’t expect a lot of what happens in this one, I was laughing so much in some parts I had tears in my eyes and in others I cried, it just sucked me in and then spat me out at the end and I was shocked that the story was finished, now I want more I want the series to continue . I voluntarily reviewed this book and I recommend this series to teens and up, it’s a really unique, enjoyable, funny story.
June 23, 2020
This book is an amazing conclusion to the series!! The story and characters were well developed. It was very well written and I loved the continuity of characters through the books. I love the individual character personalities and seeing their individual relationships develop and evolve through the books. The story was action packed and full of twists and turns. It had suspense, intrigue, emotion, hot chemistry and romance. I’d highly recommend this book and the series as a whole!! It’s an excellent read!!
I received an arc for a voluntary review.
I received an arc for a voluntary review.
July 19, 2021
Lucy and Mick find themselves together looking at the future
Lucy and Mick have waited to bond/pair until his mother, the queen, had given permission. Now it appeared that she was in for much more than just pairing with a prince. She never understood that meant she, would become a princess too....the characters are fun and interesting, and you bond with them quickly, letting them pull you into their story. When you Come up for air, it's often to muse about the possibilities of such an actual thing like this happening. If was very immensely enjoyed, thank you.
Lucy and Mick have waited to bond/pair until his mother, the queen, had given permission. Now it appeared that she was in for much more than just pairing with a prince. She never understood that meant she, would become a princess too....the characters are fun and interesting, and you bond with them quickly, letting them pull you into their story. When you Come up for air, it's often to muse about the possibilities of such an actual thing like this happening. If was very immensely enjoyed, thank you.
March 17, 2020
Great conclusion to a very unique take on a "vampire" series. Lots of action in this last book. A little heartache also. These books were just plain fun to read. I liked the characters, especially Lucy and Mick. Emily and Todd were a close second. I didn't know what to think of Nabari at first but she became a great character in the end too. The take down of the two villians, so to speak, was a little anticlimactic for me but fit the story well. Good
Si-fi read!
Si-fi read!
August 15, 2020
What an epic conclusion to this awesome series! Once again I found myself lost in the story, totally sucked into this world of suspense, mystery, romance and intrigue. It’s fast paced, action packed, full of twists and turns and emotions and such fun to read that at times I found myself laughing hard and other times I cried! This unique take on vampires has been an absolute pleasure to read and is a must for any urban fantasy / paranormal fan!
March 16, 2020
A HEA Ending to the Series!
The political intrigue and romance continues in the last book of the Mortal Heat series! We finally find out if Mick and Lucy pair, what’s headed towards Earth, and where Jakob’s loyalties lie. There’s a few unexpected events that left me sad, but the ending was happy with no cliffhanger!
The political intrigue and romance continues in the last book of the Mortal Heat series! We finally find out if Mick and Lucy pair, what’s headed towards Earth, and where Jakob’s loyalties lie. There’s a few unexpected events that left me sad, but the ending was happy with no cliffhanger!
April 9, 2020
God! I'm at a loss for words here! What can I say for such a gem? I loved everything and anything about this book and the whole series. An amazing and original take on vampires, plenty of suspense and unexpected plot twists, and a love story that had me wishing for a Vimpiri of my own :sigh: One of the best series I've read recently, and one I'll definitely binge-read now that it's finished!!!
December 24, 2021
Ohhh my! Finally!!! The ship that lands bring in so much more than expected. Valen accusing the Queen of destroying and killing their star and people. Lucy still trying to get Mick to mate, which he finally comes to his senses. But the discovery of what really happened to their star and the mad men behind it. But the ending!!! Ohh I hope we get more books from this universe!
July 21, 2020
This is book 3 of the Mortal Heat series. I love this series and book 3 did not disappoint. The character work has been great and the storyline is well written. I would recommend this series. (I received this book as an arc and am leaving a voluntary honest review)
December 11, 2020
Great read
I love this series, following Lucy and Mick's journey is a thrill and lots of emotions, there has been some great world building and some serious character growth in this book.
I love this series, following Lucy and Mick's journey is a thrill and lots of emotions, there has been some great world building and some serious character growth in this book.
August 4, 2023
fantastic!!!
Wow, I didn’t expect to enjoy this series as much as I have, I didn’t think I would enjoy alien/human stories but as with all the books by L J Night/Laurel Night I should have known that the quality of her penmanship and her imagination would of course be excellent.
Wow, I didn’t expect to enjoy this series as much as I have, I didn’t think I would enjoy alien/human stories but as with all the books by L J Night/Laurel Night I should have known that the quality of her penmanship and her imagination would of course be excellent.
April 6, 2020
This is an epic series! This final book Ties the story journey perfectly! I love these characters and will be re reading this series again in the future!🤯
April 16, 2022
Different take on an over played trope….good story.
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