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Hell Hounds Harem #9
Ruler of the Righteous
All or None… One more piece of Lucifer’s past returns with a vengeance. Facing this next level of unholy terror head on, all souls are in jeopardy of total annihilation, and none will be saved if Lucifer’s pack can’t hold their bond and face their destiny.War is on the horizon, Michael is waiting, and the prophecy is close to fruition. Do they have what it takes to defeat the enemy, or is the world doomed to be swallowed by the darkness eating Lucifer’s light?Grab your weapons, flare your wings, tip your heads back and howl for your lives. It’s time to discover who is the true Ruler of the Righteous.Ruler of the Righteous is Book 9 in the Hell Hounds Harem series and Book 3 in the third trilogy.
337 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 30, 2020
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Briana Michaels
42 books1,484 followersBriana Michaels grew up and still lives on the East Coast. When taking a break from the crazy adventures in her head, she enjoys running around with her two children. If there is time to spare, she loves to read, cook, hike in the woods, and sit outside with a fire. She does all of this with the love and support of her amazing husband who always has her back, encouraging her to go for her dreams. Aye, she’s a lucky girl indeed.
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July 27, 2020
All or none
It took me a while to finish this book, but only because I’m so sad to say goodbye to these characters that I wanted to drag this last book out. Any words that I could write right now will never do justice to how much I love this crazy ride that Briana Michaels took us on. I never thought I would root for Lucifer, but here I am, howling for him and his pack. This story completely sucks you in and makes you wish you could be a hell hound that fights to protect the world, with Lucy leading you into the fray. Mrs. Michaels has done an amazing job at character development. You will fall in love with each character and fully understand what makes them tick. When they are happy, you’re happy. When they are sad, you’re sad. When they want to burn this motherf*cker down, you want to light the match for them. When they are showing their fierce sense of loyalty, courage, and love, you want to howl and run into battle right along with them. I can’t tell you how many times throughout this series I wanted to throw my fist in the air and yell “f*Ck yeah!!!” This was an amazing story about the beginning of times, the devil, angels, hell hounds, and the almost end of the world. Throw in some hot as H E L L bedroom scenes, amazing action scenes, love and loyalty that will have you smiling in pure satisfaction, and you’re left with an unforgettable story. This reverse harem series will forever be my favorite. Again, I’m soooo sad to say goodbye to these characters, but at least it’s just a goodbye for now, because I know I’ll reread the series at some point, it’s that good! 5 beautiful stars. I can’t wait to see what Mrs Michaels cooks up for us next.
It took me a while to finish this book, but only because I’m so sad to say goodbye to these characters that I wanted to drag this last book out. Any words that I could write right now will never do justice to how much I love this crazy ride that Briana Michaels took us on. I never thought I would root for Lucifer, but here I am, howling for him and his pack. This story completely sucks you in and makes you wish you could be a hell hound that fights to protect the world, with Lucy leading you into the fray. Mrs. Michaels has done an amazing job at character development. You will fall in love with each character and fully understand what makes them tick. When they are happy, you’re happy. When they are sad, you’re sad. When they want to burn this motherf*cker down, you want to light the match for them. When they are showing their fierce sense of loyalty, courage, and love, you want to howl and run into battle right along with them. I can’t tell you how many times throughout this series I wanted to throw my fist in the air and yell “f*Ck yeah!!!” This was an amazing story about the beginning of times, the devil, angels, hell hounds, and the almost end of the world. Throw in some hot as H E L L bedroom scenes, amazing action scenes, love and loyalty that will have you smiling in pure satisfaction, and you’re left with an unforgettable story. This reverse harem series will forever be my favorite. Again, I’m soooo sad to say goodbye to these characters, but at least it’s just a goodbye for now, because I know I’ll reread the series at some point, it’s that good! 5 beautiful stars. I can’t wait to see what Mrs Michaels cooks up for us next.
October 9, 2020
This series. Damn. I loved it. Through and through. RTC
September 17, 2020
What an ending!!!
My mind is whirling, heart is pounding and I have tears in my eyes. This series has been phenomenal. I don't know what else to say other than Lucy will be proud of the story you gave him. I howl for the queen.
My mind is whirling, heart is pounding and I have tears in my eyes. This series has been phenomenal. I don't know what else to say other than Lucy will be proud of the story you gave him. I howl for the queen.
July 9, 2020
Sad to see it end 😭
So I have been following this series and the journey of the Hell Hounds since the day Briana released Restless Spirit almost 2 years ago. The way she writes and tells her stories is beyond captivating and enthralling. From book 1 all the way through book 9, I immediately get sucked into the world and all the characters.
The character development, the entire world created, and all the emotions the author has managed to invoke in me as a reader is superb. This is a long journey that has been fleshed out and it shows how dedicated the author has been when crafting this entire adventure.
To say I am sad to see the end of the series is an understatement. While the author has invested some serious time, effort, and dedication into this series, I as the reader have as well. I feel like I was easily able to connect and relate to each character highlighted in all 3 trilogies so when their journey came to an end, it was bittersweet for me.
This series finale was fantastic. The newly formed and bonded pack with Eve and her angels were still going through growing pains when it seemed like the ultimate battle with Michael could not be pushed back any longer. And that final battle was full of drama and excitement. It wasn’t one of those lackluster climaxes that left you feeling bereft and let down.
I really hope that we get the opportunity to revisit all these characters at some point or even get to read a spin off involving some of the other characters like Lazarus.
I highly recommend this entire series to anyone who enjoys detailed, complex, and intricate plots, steamy RH, unconditional love and loyalty, and phenomenal writing and storytelling. I don’t think you would regret diving down this rabbit hole.
So I have been following this series and the journey of the Hell Hounds since the day Briana released Restless Spirit almost 2 years ago. The way she writes and tells her stories is beyond captivating and enthralling. From book 1 all the way through book 9, I immediately get sucked into the world and all the characters.
The character development, the entire world created, and all the emotions the author has managed to invoke in me as a reader is superb. This is a long journey that has been fleshed out and it shows how dedicated the author has been when crafting this entire adventure.
To say I am sad to see the end of the series is an understatement. While the author has invested some serious time, effort, and dedication into this series, I as the reader have as well. I feel like I was easily able to connect and relate to each character highlighted in all 3 trilogies so when their journey came to an end, it was bittersweet for me.
This series finale was fantastic. The newly formed and bonded pack with Eve and her angels were still going through growing pains when it seemed like the ultimate battle with Michael could not be pushed back any longer. And that final battle was full of drama and excitement. It wasn’t one of those lackluster climaxes that left you feeling bereft and let down.
I really hope that we get the opportunity to revisit all these characters at some point or even get to read a spin off involving some of the other characters like Lazarus.
I highly recommend this entire series to anyone who enjoys detailed, complex, and intricate plots, steamy RH, unconditional love and loyalty, and phenomenal writing and storytelling. I don’t think you would regret diving down this rabbit hole.
July 3, 2020
Ruler of the Righteous – Hell Hounds Harem: Lucifer’s Trilogy (Book 3) – Briana Michaels
A conclusion so powerful it will knock the breath from your lungs!
In this final book of the Hell Hounds Harem: Lucifer’s Trilogy, we sort the shite from the sawdust and come to realise the real reasons for the Devil’s bad reputation.
It is terribly difficult to put words on the page that can possibly do justice to this final instalment. I simply don’t have enough adjectives to describe the emotional tumult that we as readers experience in this extraordinary telling of a tale so spectacularly huge that using the word EPIC hardly seems to do it justice!
This journey, the ride, this emotional turmoil that the author has delivered within these pages was like being tossed in a vat of hot oil and plunged into an icy lake all in the same moment. The elation, the heartbreak, the knowing, the not knowing, the friends, the foes, the entire and all encompassing love and tenderness that is delivered is nothing short of a miracle.
If you can read this series to completion with dry eyes then perhaps your heart has already stopped beating.
Usual warnings for sex scenes, RH themes (including MM), blood and gore. Pure epicness is waiting for you. READ IT.
Well done Ms Michaels. You have delivered a story so completely enthralling that I could not put it down.
What an incredible gift this author has! I can’t wait to read what she writes next!!! I gave this five stars!
A conclusion so powerful it will knock the breath from your lungs!
In this final book of the Hell Hounds Harem: Lucifer’s Trilogy, we sort the shite from the sawdust and come to realise the real reasons for the Devil’s bad reputation.
It is terribly difficult to put words on the page that can possibly do justice to this final instalment. I simply don’t have enough adjectives to describe the emotional tumult that we as readers experience in this extraordinary telling of a tale so spectacularly huge that using the word EPIC hardly seems to do it justice!
This journey, the ride, this emotional turmoil that the author has delivered within these pages was like being tossed in a vat of hot oil and plunged into an icy lake all in the same moment. The elation, the heartbreak, the knowing, the not knowing, the friends, the foes, the entire and all encompassing love and tenderness that is delivered is nothing short of a miracle.
If you can read this series to completion with dry eyes then perhaps your heart has already stopped beating.
Usual warnings for sex scenes, RH themes (including MM), blood and gore. Pure epicness is waiting for you. READ IT.
Well done Ms Michaels. You have delivered a story so completely enthralling that I could not put it down.
What an incredible gift this author has! I can’t wait to read what she writes next!!! I gave this five stars!
July 20, 2020
(Reviewing Lucy’s 3 books) Woah. That was a rollercoaster! I mean I just 🤷🏼♀️😳
I’ve loved Lucy from the start of the Hell Hound series, and after reading his packs story I love him even more.
The first in these three was probably my favourite as it starts right back to the Angels creation!
All the characters were so well written and their chemistry was off the scale. I love how they all have such depth to them too, and even being Angels they still had relatable characteristics, issues and self doubts to work through.
The great thing about the authors writing is that there isn’t any one character that I like more than the other. They are all so different yet complimentary to each other, they fit so well and it works.
Thankfully even though there is a lot of world building and action going on, there’s still plenty of detailed chemistry and smut scenes too! These are obviously some of my favourite moments in the books...
The story ended with open opportunities to continue the series...hoping for the next ones to be on Raphael and his pack 😯🤞🏻
I’ve loved Lucy from the start of the Hell Hound series, and after reading his packs story I love him even more.
The first in these three was probably my favourite as it starts right back to the Angels creation!
All the characters were so well written and their chemistry was off the scale. I love how they all have such depth to them too, and even being Angels they still had relatable characteristics, issues and self doubts to work through.
The great thing about the authors writing is that there isn’t any one character that I like more than the other. They are all so different yet complimentary to each other, they fit so well and it works.
Thankfully even though there is a lot of world building and action going on, there’s still plenty of detailed chemistry and smut scenes too! These are obviously some of my favourite moments in the books...
The story ended with open opportunities to continue the series...hoping for the next ones to be on Raphael and his pack 😯🤞🏻
June 10, 2021
Hellishly Heaven
Brianna Michaels brings closure to her Hell Hounds Harem Series as she brilliantly takes on one of the oldest stories of time, and breathes life into the characters that have dwindled in importance. The battle between good and evil, takes on new meaning as Michaels brings Angels to their knees with her skillful ability to write about the inner struggles of self-worth, self-doubt, regrets, and life purpose. Intertwined with desire, conflict, and compassion; her masterfully crafted characters capture your heart as they bare their souls and form an eternal bond of love.
Action, erotic scenes, and introspective dialogue are magnificently interwoven in her storyline and plots with endless twist, to keep your curiosity while bringing closure which will leave you collapsed in a pure adrenaline rush.
Brianna Michaels brings closure to her Hell Hounds Harem Series as she brilliantly takes on one of the oldest stories of time, and breathes life into the characters that have dwindled in importance. The battle between good and evil, takes on new meaning as Michaels brings Angels to their knees with her skillful ability to write about the inner struggles of self-worth, self-doubt, regrets, and life purpose. Intertwined with desire, conflict, and compassion; her masterfully crafted characters capture your heart as they bare their souls and form an eternal bond of love.
Action, erotic scenes, and introspective dialogue are magnificently interwoven in her storyline and plots with endless twist, to keep your curiosity while bringing closure which will leave you collapsed in a pure adrenaline rush.
July 7, 2020
Utterly astounding
I am writing this because you need to have some small inkling of the emotional wild you are about to travel through. I thought myself ready, I was not prepared! Read all of the prep edging trilogy to prepare yourself and to truly understand the journey we must endure and embrace together. Briana has created an entire theological Mythos that defies all expectations with its depth and passion. It embraces the passion of compassion, owning your self identity to the marrow in your bones, and the unstoppable power of unconditional love. My heart has been slaughtered and rebuilt stronger, my soul is burning with fervor and I am howling for Lucy, Constantine, Uriel, Gabriel and Eve as my leaders and the the Hell Hounds as my family FOREVER 🖤✊🏾🖤
I am writing this because you need to have some small inkling of the emotional wild you are about to travel through. I thought myself ready, I was not prepared! Read all of the prep edging trilogy to prepare yourself and to truly understand the journey we must endure and embrace together. Briana has created an entire theological Mythos that defies all expectations with its depth and passion. It embraces the passion of compassion, owning your self identity to the marrow in your bones, and the unstoppable power of unconditional love. My heart has been slaughtered and rebuilt stronger, my soul is burning with fervor and I am howling for Lucy, Constantine, Uriel, Gabriel and Eve as my leaders and the the Hell Hounds as my family FOREVER 🖤✊🏾🖤
August 12, 2020
Absolutely Freaking Amazing!!!
This series is in my top 5 series of ALL Time!! I don't even know where to start, I have been happy and high as a kite and then crying my eyes out and felt my heart shatter into a million pieces. This is like the best rollercoaster you will ever ride. The writing is so brilliant and that ending damn. Thank you Briana Michaels for letting me ride these books with you and please keep writing!! I've got a few hopes for more books, The Scourge, a Baby Hell Hound, Lazarus!!!!
This series is in my top 5 series of ALL Time!! I don't even know where to start, I have been happy and high as a kite and then crying my eyes out and felt my heart shatter into a million pieces. This is like the best rollercoaster you will ever ride. The writing is so brilliant and that ending damn. Thank you Briana Michaels for letting me ride these books with you and please keep writing!! I've got a few hopes for more books, The Scourge, a Baby Hell Hound, Lazarus!!!!
January 10, 2021
Definitely better than the book 8. The ending felt terribly rushed and disjointed. The way some thing “worked out” was weird and I didn’t like or make sense. For example how can human souls be tied to the Divine if their creator is no longer Divine. Also I feel like there was a lot of unfinished things from the series as a whole. Witches, Zaza and demons, the Dark Truths sisters, the Loa, the twin thing Michael kept rambling about... Like I said many things just left with no wrap up or explanation. So yeah technically an HEA but a weak one.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 27, 2021
I’ve always hated the name Michael, now I know why . . . Sorry, not sorry.
Ghost Sara trapped my attention, cursed Tilly grabbed my heart, their hounds made my head spin, but enigmatic Lucifer stole my soul.
This whole series had me thinking about what faith, loyalty, love and unconditionally actually mean when applied in all sorts of relationships, even the relationship I have with myself.
Not just a well written series about reverse harems, these trilogies had me thinking, talking and dreaming about them.
Ghost Sara trapped my attention, cursed Tilly grabbed my heart, their hounds made my head spin, but enigmatic Lucifer stole my soul.
This whole series had me thinking about what faith, loyalty, love and unconditionally actually mean when applied in all sorts of relationships, even the relationship I have with myself.
Not just a well written series about reverse harems, these trilogies had me thinking, talking and dreaming about them.
March 18, 2022
This was amazing!
I was on the edge of my seat for everything! Every trilogy and pack and now we get a final conclusion. I love it! All twists and turns and transformations and character development. Everyone had to learn to grow and accept themselves. Completely love this and I will miss this world and these characters. Highly recommend the entire series to someone who loves world building, reverse harems, a little sword touching, supernatural, and watching relationships build and packs form. It was beautiful well done!
I was on the edge of my seat for everything! Every trilogy and pack and now we get a final conclusion. I love it! All twists and turns and transformations and character development. Everyone had to learn to grow and accept themselves. Completely love this and I will miss this world and these characters. Highly recommend the entire series to someone who loves world building, reverse harems, a little sword touching, supernatural, and watching relationships build and packs form. It was beautiful well done!
July 8, 2020
That was an amazing ending to a 9 book interconnected series! I cannot recommend the Hell Hounds Harem series enough! I was super satisfied with the ending. There are definitely some twists and turns you don't see coming, and it makes for a wild ride. You come to love and understand each of the main characters even more, and like any good reverse harem, you literally cannot pick your favorite because they are all amazing. Thanks Briana Michaels for an awesome journey!
July 14, 2020
Lucifer's story is just as engaging, detailed, and sweet as the previous three harem's have been, with a lot more heat!
The reader finds out why Lucy is the way he is, how the world and its parts came into being, and how all the angels came into play. Briana does a great job tying up all the loose ends into a complete story.
This entire series has fast become one of my favorites, and the characters will stick with me for a long time!
The reader finds out why Lucy is the way he is, how the world and its parts came into being, and how all the angels came into play. Briana does a great job tying up all the loose ends into a complete story.
This entire series has fast become one of my favorites, and the characters will stick with me for a long time!
September 4, 2020
Could not put the series down!
I loved this series and could not put them down. The length of the books was a nice change because they were not so short. I also loved that the story did not seem to get to that point that it needed to hurry up and finish and rush the ending. I still want to see more of baby Evelyn and Katie and see if Tilly and Eve get to have their own families! I can see Lucy being a father and that would be a riot!
I loved this series and could not put them down. The length of the books was a nice change because they were not so short. I also loved that the story did not seem to get to that point that it needed to hurry up and finish and rush the ending. I still want to see more of baby Evelyn and Katie and see if Tilly and Eve get to have their own families! I can see Lucy being a father and that would be a riot!
September 4, 2020
Loved it
This series is exactly what we needed, without even knowing it. A prequel of which then comes back to present time. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Lucy and the crew on a much more intimate level. So many questions I didnt know i had; were answered. I actually think this may have been one of my favourite books of the series <3 so raw, so real, the darkness and evil and o my the rauchyness
This series is exactly what we needed, without even knowing it. A prequel of which then comes back to present time. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Lucy and the crew on a much more intimate level. So many questions I didnt know i had; were answered. I actually think this may have been one of my favourite books of the series <3 so raw, so real, the darkness and evil and o my the rauchyness
August 29, 2021
HOLY HELL!! 🔥🔥🔥
A perfect way to end this installment of “Hell Hound Harem.” These books are wonderfully written; everything had come together so smoothly. My heart went for a ride with every character. I am so shocked and happy with the ending. I’m kind of lost for words but want it to be known that is if freaking awesome.
✅ Action
✅ Badass Woman
✅Sexy angels
✅ Steamy scenes
✅ Story that will grip your heart!
A perfect way to end this installment of “Hell Hound Harem.” These books are wonderfully written; everything had come together so smoothly. My heart went for a ride with every character. I am so shocked and happy with the ending. I’m kind of lost for words but want it to be known that is if freaking awesome.
✅ Action
✅ Badass Woman
✅Sexy angels
✅ Steamy scenes
✅ Story that will grip your heart!
July 13, 2020
Holy hotness
If you love the Devil release your Howl now! What a fantastic series! The love, the bond the trust to defeat a horrid evil. These books will have you at the edge of your seat, howling for glory, crying out in rage. Such a beautiful blend of misery and undiluted happiness. What are you waiting for? Get this series and let the author hear your Howl!!
If you love the Devil release your Howl now! What a fantastic series! The love, the bond the trust to defeat a horrid evil. These books will have you at the edge of your seat, howling for glory, crying out in rage. Such a beautiful blend of misery and undiluted happiness. What are you waiting for? Get this series and let the author hear your Howl!!
October 2, 2022
Such a good way to end this long series. Writing the "perfect" antagonist is hard, but she nailed it. The amount of inner turmoil all the characters experienced is so spot on to everyday life, I guess even Angels have anguish too.
Would LOVE to see a series based around the baby, it would be amazing to see little updates of everyone.
Would LOVE to see a series based around the baby, it would be amazing to see little updates of everyone.
December 7, 2022
Out of this world
Fantastic author loved every single book I’ve read of Briana Michaels . A powerhouse of an imagination to create such a brilliant series of books . lol ok forward to reading any further books in this series please write some more ! Let’s have one about Sara’s Pack and Evelyn
Fantastic author loved every single book I’ve read of Briana Michaels . A powerhouse of an imagination to create such a brilliant series of books . lol ok forward to reading any further books in this series please write some more ! Let’s have one about Sara’s Pack and Evelyn
December 7, 2022
Wow this was one wild hound ride. And this was such an amazing journey and I adore Lucy. He’s one of my favorites and it was nice to see him get his happy ever after. He def deserves it. And I love him and sara’s bond. It’s amazing and I will miss these characters. I’m so sad to say goodbye to these amazing characters.
September 27, 2023
So good!
Can I be a Hound? Such a great ending to the 3rd trilogy on this series! I definitely need to know about more female Hounds happening though. I loved how Briana Michaels kept the origin story I grew up with for Eve, Lucifer, etc... but made it better and her own-tbh never really liked how Eve is portrayed in mainstream today. Such a bad boss in this though!
Can I be a Hound? Such a great ending to the 3rd trilogy on this series! I definitely need to know about more female Hounds happening though. I loved how Briana Michaels kept the origin story I grew up with for Eve, Lucifer, etc... but made it better and her own-tbh never really liked how Eve is portrayed in mainstream today. Such a bad boss in this though!
July 2, 2020
Amazing journey
Absolutely riveting wrap up to this tale. Dallas are broken down, rebuilt, and new connections are forged as they gear up to finally deal with Michael. Perfectly satisfying ending. I love these books!!!
Absolutely riveting wrap up to this tale. Dallas are broken down, rebuilt, and new connections are forged as they gear up to finally deal with Michael. Perfectly satisfying ending. I love these books!!!
July 8, 2020
This was a roller coaster.
I’m sad that it’s over. I’m so extremely happy that it ended the way it did. I was worried. I got these books on KU but I think I’ll be adding them to my library permanently. They were even better on the re read.
I’m sad that it’s over. I’m so extremely happy that it ended the way it did. I was worried. I got these books on KU but I think I’ll be adding them to my library permanently. They were even better on the re read.
July 24, 2020
What an epic end. I loved every minute. I couldn't put it down this whole series had me hooked from start to finish. I will be telling everyone to get this amazing series. I think i fell more in love with Lucifer in his trilogy. Amazing 5 star series.
August 16, 2020
Uncaged!
This was an awesome conclusion to Lucifer, Gabe, Con, Uriel, Eve, Michael and Laz's story. I cant believe the whole story and already feel like I need to reread it to catch all the interconnected storylines, details and conclusions. So well written and tangled web.
This was an awesome conclusion to Lucifer, Gabe, Con, Uriel, Eve, Michael and Laz's story. I cant believe the whole story and already feel like I need to reread it to catch all the interconnected storylines, details and conclusions. So well written and tangled web.
November 2, 2020
Loved this whole series!❤️
This whole series is wonderful! The whole series is nine bucks total. Three separate trilogies is based on a different group within the same world. I highly recommend you read this whole series! This was my favorite book by far!
This whole series is wonderful! The whole series is nine bucks total. Three separate trilogies is based on a different group within the same world. I highly recommend you read this whole series! This was my favorite book by far!
November 21, 2020
Such an excellent series!
An awesome series with striking and loveable characters! The twists and turns of the progression of the characters and plots will keep you reading and invested in thier stories right to the final epilogue! Please don't miss this series!
An awesome series with striking and loveable characters! The twists and turns of the progression of the characters and plots will keep you reading and invested in thier stories right to the final epilogue! Please don't miss this series!
May 4, 2021
This series is killer (get it!?)
If you’ve made it this far you definitely don’t need my review because you know how amazing this series is. If you’re reading this before you start book 1, giddy up. “Yippee KiYay MFer’s”
If you’ve made it this far you definitely don’t need my review because you know how amazing this series is. If you’re reading this before you start book 1, giddy up. “Yippee KiYay MFer’s”
September 1, 2021
PHENOMENAL!!!
This series was actually one of the best I’ve read. The spin on a religious story was unreal and more believable than what you’re taught in church on Sunday. I don’t have enough words to describe how incredible this series was 🖤
This series was actually one of the best I’ve read. The spin on a religious story was unreal and more believable than what you’re taught in church on Sunday. I don’t have enough words to describe how incredible this series was 🖤
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