B Positive

Blood Song Duet #1

by Jewel Killian

If Damon mothertruckin’ Salvator taught me anything it’s that vampires are deadass sexy.

Also filthy rich.

And while bartending pays the bills, mostly. And putting dickhead customers in their place feeds my soul, I’ve got an immortality to plan.

That’s why tonight I’m waltzing into the Vampire King of Laurel Cove’s fancy-ass gala, finessing my way passed his big dumb guards, and swiping a priceless diamond right from under his nose.

A baby vamp has to take care of herself, right?

And I’ve got it all figured out.

Except I don’t. I know fuck-all about this world. And I, Eden Vaughn, bartender, cat-burglar, and baby vamp would much rather stay in my comfortable human world than deal with the lies, blood, and corruption of this one.

I have no idea what I’m walking into. Or that King Julian has no plans to let me leave.

B Positive is the first in the Blood Song Rom-Com Duology and it will end on a cliffy. This is an enemies to lovers MF romance with plenty of cursing and sexy times. If any of that offends you, I mean, I warned you so…

Genres: Paranormal, Vampires, Fantasy, Romance, Paranormal Romance, New Adult, Supernatural

276 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 16, 2021

About the author

Jewel Killian writes spicy paranormal romance in lots of subgenres but generally sticks to the different flavors of reverse harem. Monsters, omegaverse, fae ... who knows what's coming next but you can trust it'll melt your kindle and make you wish you magic was realy.

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Reviews

[Darcey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don’t know how to feel about this!!! I loved some aspects and disliked others, and the ending irritated the absolute crap out of me. It was fun and entertaining at least. A decent read!

[Bex (Beckie Bookworm)]

DNF 11%
This one’s a no from me. I didn’t read far enough into this to give any deep insight but in a nutshell I just wasn’t clicking with the humorous narrative and the short bit I did read felt a bit one-dimensional and didn’t grab me in any way. I also took an instant dislike to Eden and considering shes the actual FMC thats kind of a problem. I just don’t think this one’s gonna be for me and my current physical TBR is a bloody beast so back on Vinted this will now go for someone else to own who will hopefully appreciate it more than I did.

[abbey willcox · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book, it was a really easy read. The story keeps you hooked the whole way through. Its been a while since I've read a good vampire book ( I LOVE them).. anyway, I really loved Eden's character she had me laughing throughout 🙌🏼 I really enjoyed BDD and Sunny as the side characters 💖 oh and Jaxon. I would love for these 3 to get their own stories!! Maybe even sunny and Jaxon together?! Forbidden relationship maybe?! Haha... let's talk about Julian, for a start... whenever king Julian is mentioned, all I can picture is the lemur from Madagascar and I laugh to myself 🤣 and the fact this is mentioned by Eden cracked me up even more 👏... I feel like I need a little more from him before I fall for him, I feel like he is still quite mysterious? And if that ending is anything to go by, then maybe there is indeed more to find out 👀... although, i do think Eden maybe overreacted just slightly? 🤔 worser things have happened... also, the other bomb that got dropped at the ending 🥺🥺 i knew it was inevitable but still wasn't ready for it...

Glad I had a chance to read this book 😊 will be looking forward to the next in the series!

[Mary Hennessey · Rating 1 out of 5]

What utter trash……… I have no words for what a lousy intolerable character eden is. Self righteous ignorant bitch is all I can think of. She’s a fucking clueless angry moron and I hate her. Also the writing of the book is so-so. The plot moves way too fast, the author breaks the basic rules of vampirism and the main character ugh I hate her so much. She’s so angry all the time and if the people around her don’t fully disclose every detail to her about anything she thinks she’s being lied to and goes cray cray. Her maker never taught her the customs and ways of vampires so when it’s pointed out that she’s wrong she gets defensive. Oh and it’s ok for her to assault her mate but I have a feeling if it was the other way around she wouldn’t be ok with being thrown into a bookcase. Fucking hate this book. If I could give negative stars I would. Don’t waste your time.

[✨✨ Claire✨✨ · Rating 4 out of 5]

After weeks of Mafia or dark romance reading (which I love don't get me wrong!!!), I decided to pick up one of my favourite pnr candidates - the Vampire!

A new author to me, with a new series!

Our FMC Eden, is a baby vamp who still lives among humans, as her coven kicked her out for not being to control a bloodlust attack she had. She makes a living as a bartender which she actually enjoys, but has been planning to pull a heist that will give her a $5 million nest egg.

But it's from the vampire King Julian. So of course it's not that simple....!!

Julian enlists her help to do a job for double the nest egg. She agrees without even knowing the job...

Theres another problem tho... Whenever she's near him. She feels like she's on fire. She gets so turned on its ridiculous. She doesn't know what's going in, and thinks he'd using his powers on her....

The story slowly unfolds, entwing edens and Julians lives and we're introduced to this authors interpretation of "mates" and what it entails to become them. At the same time Julian is negotiating a war with the nearest opposing vampire King who is vicious and Ruthless and after his territory. They have to ensure he doesn't get it. It affects all the paranormal community in a negative way if it happened.

The extra characters boost the likeability. Especially Jason, the smiley, gossipy neighbour in her apartment block, and Sunny, the Kings PA. Sunny us a born vamp, so when she dies she'll rise as a vamp naturally.

As the cliffhanger creeps up on us, we're left with two bombshells that we have to wait for the next book to find out what happens and how the people affected are going to be!!!

Overall, an easy, light vamp read. Nothing too heavy so it's easy to put down and pick up. Perfect for holidays, commute or breaks time! A few steamy scenes, but nothing worrisome to read in public, but definitely an over 18 still!! It's steadily paced with a clear and focused tale being spun!

I received a copy of the ebook in return for an honest review

[FS Meurinne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was entertaining, Eden is a baby vampire that meets King Julian and things get going. I like the blurb so I decided to give it a go, the world-building is interesting, would like to know a bit more. The characters are a bit undeveloped, I really wanted to like Eden but felt her a bit immature even though I understand where she comes from, I like her snarky and inner monologue. There are also things that didn't match for me, some facts that happen that really come out of nowhere, but overall the story was interesting, with some refreshing vampire concepts.




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[Laura Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Author Jewel Killian is a new to me author, I am happy to say I loved her take on the vampire world. The mate bonds and all the little pesky details that are involved.. Vamp politics and rules are just one of the many things that our main character is learning right along side us..
I really loved the story line and it flowed well, I just wish there were some more answers to some of the things that happened .. I don’t mind cliffhangers but I will forget some of the importance of these other issues.. this book has a lot of mystery and no one tells whole truths until it’s almost at times too late .. throughout the book I was captivated but I also was anticipating answers.. that I didn’t get ..and the ones I got were life changing and this main character seemed to accept things with an “I’m sorry” .. and l wanted to know why. That was my only issue but again it could just be me and my need to know everything Syndrome..
This writer made a very compelling and interesting story about a world that is shiny.. but underneath is messy as most of our lives truly are.. these two main characters are connected in ways they don’t fully know and I can’t wait to read book two to see where it goes.. it’s a four and half stars for me and I would offer a congratulations to this author because paranormal romance is a hit or miss with me and I definitely loved it ..
That ending was really something else..

[Zoe_isreading · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a super easy read that had me hooked from the moment I started reading this! Jewel is a new to me author, and after reading this I will definitely be checking more of her books out!

Eden is a hilarious character and I really enjoyed her throughout the book! I love a good vampire romance book, and this definitely hit the mark for a genre I haven't read in a while. There's still so many secrets and mysteries within this story, that I honestly can't wait to dive into in the next book. I definitely recommend this if you're a paranormal lover!

[Michelle The Outgoing Bookworm · Rating 4 out of 5]

A kind of funny vampire romance with a snarky female and a growly male.

I enjoyed this tale involving Eden, a newbie vamp, and Julian, King of Laurel Cove vampires. What’s not to like about a woman who has no clue what it means to be a vampire and that she’s the fated mate of a king. And to make things more difficult - Julian is making her frustrated by refusing her certain benefits between mates that would bring undeniable passion and release.

The story also has some secondary characters that will make you laugh as they offer their support to the newbie. But be prepared for a cliffhanger that will leave you anxious.

* I received this book as an ARC for an honest review.

[Aira]

DNF 24%
Didn't excite me, kind of run of the mil, with your usual hard headed idiotic MC, but with no justification
and the whole mate thing. Nah

[Witchesstitchesandbooks · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was enjoying it to a point

I was enjoying the story and the hilarious humor up to the end when it suddenly became the typical immature I'm suddenly angry and reject you plot. It could have played out better if that bit was left out now instead it turned me off the story to see it following the usual road all the others also chose. I get you want a dramatic cliffhanger but that wasn't it. It would have been better to leave it at the friends "accident" and pick up for book 2, instead Eden has to go all teen agnst and that side of her really doesn't suit her personality.

[Dani (Daniiireads) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh Sunny 😩

[Barbara’s Booknalysis · Rating 5 out of 5]

B Positive by Jewel Killian is a very entertaining read and I thought, a fairly imaginative take on the usual vampire stories.

Eden was only turned as a vampire 1.5 years ago and during much of that period, she hasn’t had an easy time of it. She is sassy and very smart, but she is struggling with issues that started from the point she became a vampire. I found her problems to be really relatable (when is the last time you heard someone say that about vampire problems?) and I thoroughly enjoyed the inside view on her perspective on the world.

Julian is a bit arrogant and he likes to think he knows everything, but he is a king, after all. He tends to assume that he knows best for Eden and normally this would annoy me. But in this case, there’s just enough redemption, due to him attempting to learn how to do better, to keep him from seeming too overbearing.

I absolutely love the inner workings of Eden’s mind. She is snarky & sarcastic, with hilarious descriptions for the things & people around her. I hardly went more than a few pages at a time without finding something funny enough to make me at least smile. And there were plenty of chuckles and full on laughter moments to be had too. A perfect example is the nickname she gives to a certain diamond!

“I wasn’t just a cute vampire bartender with a slight vigilante complex.”

Eden Vaughn
I really enjoyed the vivid descriptions that Jewel Killian used all throughout the book. And little tidbits of info really added to the overall picture of the people and place, such as when Eden is musing to herself about things that she hasn’t expected when she became a vampire. Like still being able to go out in the sun, and continuing to enjoy eating real food. And of course, “who the hell came up with that garlic nonsense?”

There’s always the added bonus that if you need a new happiness mantra, you can borrow Eden’s one – “sunshine, rainbows, puppies and mermaids.” She uses it to stave off a murderous inclination, but you may find a less lethal use for it.

The supporting cast in this novel I found particularly likeable. The head of security gets the best nickname (he sounds like a big teddy bear) and Sunny, the kings assistant, adds a really nice extra relationship. But it’s Eden’s best friend Jaxson and his stunning fashion sense that really wins for me.

B Positive kept me wanting more the whole way through, and carried this over right to the cliffhanger end! The benefit for you is that as I’m writing this review, the 2nd instalment in the series – B Negative – had already been released, so there’s no waiting involved (phew!). And if you like a bit of background ambience, there’s also a playlist to accompany the book.

Thank you to Jewel Killian for my copy of this book. I am voluntarily leaving a review and all opinions are my own.

[ALR · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was my first book by Jewel Killian. I always love finding new authors!
This story is a single POV from Eden, a new “baby” vampire. She was turned but lost her creator, so she has struggled to learn how to adjust to her new life. She still feels most comfortable with humans and does not know much about vampires way of life. She’s more of a “what not to do”.
Ok so I’ll be honest, I’m not sure how I feel about her yet. I feel like she jumps to conclusions quickly because of her lack of knowledge. She’s very independent, but for me it came across as a very defensive behavior. I can understand why she acts the way she does, but it made me feel bad for Julian. He actually seems like a really good guy and Eden is able to find something wrong no matter what he does. This girl is a roller coaster of emotions and thoughts and I’m really hoping for some growth as she learns more about her new life. Without spoiling anything, the ending of the book has left with me and her in a fight because there is no way he deserved that.
Jewel Killian definitely knows how to bring the heat though and they have great chemistry. I wish I could shove Eden out of the picture and take Julian for my own, because yes please!🔥
Definitely interested to see where this is going to go because the ending was rough! I don’t mind that I don’t love the FMC yet because I feel like part of the story is her discovering herself in this new life. She better get it together and not mess it up with Julian 😂 ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

[April A Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is hilarious, spicy, and a serious page turner!!!! An absolute pleasure to read!

Eden is a serious take no crap from anyone FMC. She's a newer vampire who's maker was killed not long after she transitioned. Due to that, and being kicked out of her "nest", she's been left to figure things out on her own. She's on a mission to secure herself a nest egg so she doesn't have to live paycheck to paycheck. She's become an expert at safe cracking which is how she plans to steal a priceless diamond from the Vampire King of Laurel Cove. That diamond will put her over her 5 million dollar nest egg goal.

Julian is the vampire King of Laurel Cove. He's incredibly handsome, broody, and sexy! Keeping the peace in his domain is his main goal and and enemy is threatening to disrupt everything. Julian needs Eden's expertise in safe cracking in order to keep control over his kingdom.

The sexual chemistry between Eden and Julian is off the charts!!!! Being fated mates intensifies those feelings making it nearly impossible for Eden to take things as slowly as Julian deems necessary in order for the mating to take hold.

This book does end in a serious cliffhanger!! I cannot wait for book #2 to come out!!!

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of "B POSITIVE"
I thoroughly enjoyed this book from beginning to end with hilarious moments, intrigue, mystery, angst, twists that have turning the pages.
Eden Vaughn is a young Vampire & a THEIF who's never had anyone teach her what to do, her next thing she's rejected fromher best, she works as a bartender to pay the bills but she a prize she looking steal.
Eden meets the Vampire King Julian Bashra at the Laurel Cove's gala wanting to steal a priceless diamond right out from under him his voice makes her melt into puddle he's sexy as sin.
Eden's plans don't go according to plan she doesn't realize she won't be leaving his ideas only anger her, I love the dynamics between Julian & Eden she such a character.
I definitely recommend to get this very well written book, so well worth the read you'll love the secondary characters that make this story so interesting Sunny, Jaxon who's gay & his BF Rory
aka BDD.
The ending cliffhanger makes you want the next book ASAP to see how this all turns out I thoroughly enjoyed this story it won't disappoint thats for sure.

[Jess · Rating 5 out of 5]

B Positive was the first MF paranormal romance I had read in almost two years. I have been strictly RH. Welp... this book made me think twice. I love Eden. I loved her snark. I loved that she was so confident yet incredibly naive. Despite misinformation and sometimes downright lies she kept pushing on and giving people the benefit of doubt. I think some found that frustrating but I could totally relate. Her best friend is awesome even though he has his own secrets. Julian, I don't know about him yet but their chemistry was off the charts at times. I am rooting for him but also hate him a bit. I think this was an excellent start to the series and look forward to reading more. And holey balls of a cliffhanger! Be prepared. Gird your loins because that one was a hard pill to swallow. However, it is totally worth it and leaves me drooling for the next book. Make sure you check out her other books while you wait. She is an awesome author with excellent books. There is something for everyone trust me.

[L Bongiorno · Rating 2 out of 5]

I am not sure I have to read the rest of this book. It was good, but not cativating enough to make me wait for the rest of the story. How irritating!!!
I thought her declaration was ill timed and immature, as was her answering the other king's questions when she said she wanted to avoid him. None of the characters have pulled me in enough to leave me hanging and hope i come back for more months later. Kind of how the king treated the main heroine.
There are also fact problems... like she says she came in with kitchen staff to hide her bag 3 floors away. Apparently she did it with her eyes closed because she is seeing the castle for the first time during the robbery and much later seeing the kitchen for the first time... and it is so homey not at all as she imagined....etc.
Or like how we are reading how hard she prepared to break in yet she didn't take a minute to read what the invitation was for...?!?
Bah!

[Ain Eurus · Rating 3 out of 5]

Soo this was fun and a light read but I do have to say that it reads just like a wattpad story. I will be reading the second book bc I’m intrigued but it truly feels like a read a good wattpad story.

Also it has a slight cliffhanger that makes no sense. Why would the main character be mad at her mates action?! 🤔 I’m confused.

Also i felt nothing for the love interest Julian. yes he is her mate and everything but they have no real connection other than the mate bond. He only appears whenever they need to further the mate bond along but in reality they have no real meaningful connection or chemistry. Also the fact that his name is king julian and he insists upon being called that makes me think of madagascar.

Also the main character is bland. Her only personality is cursing and making "funny observations and jokes"

that aside im still intrigued and im no quitter so i will finish the series.

[Shawna Jimenez more.books.forever · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okay so this was my first read from this author and I can definitely say it wont be my last.. Eden a baby vampire that has no knowledge of how this society works and is just trying to get her bearings and understanding of this way of life. I love stories about bonded mates and what all comes along with that and how it all works. Usually I am reading that in shifter romances but this was my first vampire mated bond and is was exceptional. I think that we have barely scratched the surface with all the secrets and mystery still swirling throughout that story and I cant wait to dive deeper. I cant wait to get my hands on the next book because I need answers especially after that ending! Holy Ish I didn’t see that coming… This baby is 4.5 out of 5 for me… Everyone should definitely grab themselves a copy!

[S.A. Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Why!?!? Oh my heart was ripped out with that cliffhanger. I felt the pain of that last sentence in my soul. 🥺😭🥺 The whole last page devastated me!

Let’s rewind and start from the beginning. I absolutely adore Eden. She’s a baby vamp learning how to adapt to her new skills and powers. She’s doing it all on her own, when she meets King Julian. Not what she had planned at all, and her life that she’s so carefully constructed is blown apart.

Julian is so sexy and adorable. He has his secrets, and while he tries to help Eden adjust; he’s not as forthcoming with all things as he should be. Small betrayal bread mistrust. So when the truth is revealed it is DISASTROUS.

I love the world that Jewel Killian created in B Positive, the story was so unique, unlike any other vampire book I’ve read before. I love Sunny and BDD and all of their story. I laughed in some very unexpected places and I was so enamored with this story I can’t wait to read the next book.

[Harper · Rating 5 out of 5]

***SPOILERS FOR THE ACOTAR SERIES AS WELL***

I was going to give this book 4 stars, because the whole time I was thinking about how Julian was basically a Tamlin in almost every sense. He just came off as manipulative and arrogant from the beginning, so it wasn’t surprising that he had been lying to Eden about him giving her his blood. He had been keeping secrets the whole time and would refuse to tell Eden anything. Except what would seemingly benefit himself.

As I was thinking all this, I was also wondering if King Titus wasn’t as bad as he was made out to be. Like what if he was the Rhys of the story? I was really hoping so. I’m still hoping so. And with that ending, I think it’s actually possible…or at least she won���t be with Julian anymore. So 5 stars with the hope that Eden will be ending her relationship with Julian completely. And moving on with someone better.

[Karissa Kirk · Rating 4 out of 5]

That wasn’t exactly the way I saw this book ending but I knew something would happen. That says more about me but everyone just seemed shady to me. Poor Eden. She has no idea what’s going on and even though she’s surrounded by vampires, she still knows nothing of their world and everyone seems to forget that. I’m not sure how I feel about Julian. When he interacts with her, he doesn’t act like anything else but the king to me. He may have had a few moments where he seemed possessive and caring but it wasn’t often enough for me. He was secretive the entire book and it drove me nuts! I only hope during the next book, Eden learns more about the world she’s been drug into. I’m definitely looking forward to how the next book starts off after this ending!

[Jessica Robbins · Rating 5 out of 5]

*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.

I so enjoyed this book!! We meet Eden a fairly young vampire who also happens to be a master thief. This is an extremely rare skill for a vampire (as in she is the only one) so when the King needs a safe cracker he has her in mind. Obviously this leads to them meeting where which changes both of their plans as they learn a hidden secret. From that point on you can sit back and watch the fireworks fly between these two while also enjoying plenty of vampy drama. Makes for a fabulous read that me hooked until the very end where we get one doozy of a cliff hanger. I cannot wait for the next book! I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 stars.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

First books of a series are always so hard to give a good rating to. Especially when the reader is unsure of what what exactly the series is about or where the story could take us. So I am giving the story as a stand alone rating of 3 stars. If there were no other books after this it would hold no place in my memory. It was all very typical for a vampire tale, a slow burn and even an enemies to lovers read. I wish the story was more developed that we got a little more information and while, yes, that is probably what book 2 will look like, I have no information NOW. So 3 stars it is. Good story, not super creative. Well written, but typical. No character development and kind of 50/50 on plot speed. Slow at times while rushed in the sense of the romantic relationship.

[Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

What is thiss bookkkk, "He sucked my whole pussy in there" 💀. Some of the wording in this book was so awful it was funny. The ML is so annoying and a pos. All he does is lie, gaslight, be dismissive, and manipulate. And the FML is all teen angst. There is no romance for them, they are just together for the plot. Theres no building or getting to know each other. Its hey, ur my mate, and in hiring u for this job and if we dont mate we all die. Zero connect, ZERO CHEMISTRY. So boring. I struggle finishing this book. There was a few funny lines and few hot scenes but thats it. And the plot is so rushed. It feels like the mating is to get the plot to point A to B. Also the MLS name is king Julian and all i can see is the little lemur fucker in Madagascar. Not hot at all

[Jens_Book_Cubby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eden is an incredible FMC! I love her all around bada$$ery, her witty, snarky personality, and hilarious inner monologue. Her lack of knowledge about being a vampire is not only problematic, but downright funny at times!

King Julian is a definite harda$$, with a soft spot for a certain cat-burglar extraordinaire! He also has that amazing alpha male vibe going for him!

The storyline is unique and amazing, with not only spectacular main characters, but fantastic side characters as well! Once I dug in, I couldn’t stop, I was hooked! I 100% highly recommended this book and cannot wait for the next one!

[Sue Harbers · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book! I wasn’t sure what expect when I picked it up so I was happy to find that the characters were intriguing, the humor was great, and the storyline was interesting. Eden is a relatively new vamp and a thief who just wants to get herself set so she can go off and live alone in peace. However, when she tries to steal from the Vampire King, Julian, things get complicated fast. Julian I really found myself liking despite the fact that he obviously keeps vital things a secret. I felt that was his downfall unfortunately but I did believe everything he did was for what he felt was a good reason. I really am interested to see where everyone ends up after they cliffhanger!

[Marisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an interesting take on a vampire storyline. We learn more about this world as the book continues and it has a lot of differences when compared to other books.

I felt that a lot of this book was having the reader learn at the same time that the female main character was learning things so I could definitely relate to her frustrations and questions.

Still figuring out how I feel about the male main character, we shall see how he redeems himself. I really like some of the other characters and hope we get to see a bit more of them.

The ending didn’t go how I thought it would so it will be interesting to see where the author takes this story.

[Evelyn Jane Thorne · Rating 4 out of 5]

B Positive is the first book that I have read by Jewel Killian and it definitely won’t be the last because so far I am absolutely addicted to this series. I loved Eden and she definitely made me laugh out loud so many times. I liked how her opinion of Jaxon didn’t change after she found out what he was. Oh boy the panty drenching chemistry between Eden and King Julian (not the one from Madagascar) was absolutely addictive.

There were so many twists throughout this story especially right before that absolute heartbreaking and soul crushing cliffhanger. I am so scared to find out what comes next and I don’t know if my heart can take it.