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Damned
When Archangel Michael discovers a demon pierced the veil into another realm, he assigns his top warrior, Rayven Stone, to retrieve her.
Desiree Black is the fiery haired demon with stunning emerald eyes Rayven can’t resist. And the one thing he never expected to do was to fall in love.
Returning to present day meant protecting Desiree from the cruel demon leader who vows to punish her for disobeying him. What will Rayven have to do to save her?
It’s angel versus demon. Who will emerge the victor?
Desiree Black is the fiery haired demon with stunning emerald eyes Rayven can’t resist. And the one thing he never expected to do was to fall in love.
Returning to present day meant protecting Desiree from the cruel demon leader who vows to punish her for disobeying him. What will Rayven have to do to save her?
It’s angel versus demon. Who will emerge the victor?
284 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 27, 2021
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Charlene Johnson
20 books357 followersCharlene is a Waynesburg, Pennsylvania native. Currently lives in Arizona
Charlene Johnson is an indie author and creator of the Circle of the Red Scorpion paranormal romance series and universe, along with the romantic suspense worlds of Raven Ridge (formerly Sterling Wood) and Blown Away. Known for immersive world-building and emotionally charged storytelling, she writes stories where magic walks hand in hand with danger—and love refuses to surrender.
A romantic at heart, Charlene began her creative journey with poetry, capturing the fire of first love, the quiet devastation of heartbreak, and the hard-won beauty of healing. That lyrical foundation continues to shape her fiction, infusing her novels and short stories with rich atmosphere, myth-tinged legends, and passion that burns long after the final page.
Now re-launching her catalog as an indie author, Charlene is breathing new life into her interconnected worlds—refining, expanding, and re-imagining them for a new generation of readers. Her stories celebrate devotion that defies fate, old legends reborn, and the belief that even in darkness, love is the most dangerous magic of all.
Charlene Johnson is an indie author and creator of the Circle of the Red Scorpion paranormal romance series and universe, along with the romantic suspense worlds of Raven Ridge (formerly Sterling Wood) and Blown Away. Known for immersive world-building and emotionally charged storytelling, she writes stories where magic walks hand in hand with danger—and love refuses to surrender.
A romantic at heart, Charlene began her creative journey with poetry, capturing the fire of first love, the quiet devastation of heartbreak, and the hard-won beauty of healing. That lyrical foundation continues to shape her fiction, infusing her novels and short stories with rich atmosphere, myth-tinged legends, and passion that burns long after the final page.
Now re-launching her catalog as an indie author, Charlene is breathing new life into her interconnected worlds—refining, expanding, and re-imagining them for a new generation of readers. Her stories celebrate devotion that defies fate, old legends reborn, and the belief that even in darkness, love is the most dangerous magic of all.
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December 21, 2021
Damned is a captivating romantic fantasy novel written by Charlene Johnson. Follow along as Desiree Black, a soul-stealing demon, hunts for a pure soul before her time is up in the demon world. As she searches a new realm for a pure soul, she ends up finding something unexpected. Love. Forbidden from love, she is in disbelief that she feels love for an angel named Rayven Stone. Rayven, a warrior angel, can hardly contain his feelings for this beautiful red-headed demon. As they go from the new realm back to the present day, they explore their love, and Rayven knows he would do anything for Desiree.
Author Charlene Johnson did a fantastic job of bringing this spellbinding book to life! The beginning is full of information, which readers will find helpful to understand the setup for the intriguing plot. Readers will be drawn into this world and will be able to visualize everything from the beginning because of the authors comprehensive style of writing.
This riveting novel has romance, fantasy, and a bit of erotica. While some of the terminology used to describe the sex scenes were incredible, the mood of the book overall remains consistently alluring. This is a seductive paranormal story that sets up a captivating entanglement between two supernatural beings that is just as provocative as it is entertaining.
Damned by Charlene Johnson is a fast-paced paranormal romance novel with an exciting twist on the demon vs. angel dynamic. This stimulating supernatural love story will appeal to readers that enjoy romance, paranormal fiction, fantasy and adventure. This is a great start to what is sure to be an enthralling new series.
Author Charlene Johnson did a fantastic job of bringing this spellbinding book to life! The beginning is full of information, which readers will find helpful to understand the setup for the intriguing plot. Readers will be drawn into this world and will be able to visualize everything from the beginning because of the authors comprehensive style of writing.
This riveting novel has romance, fantasy, and a bit of erotica. While some of the terminology used to describe the sex scenes were incredible, the mood of the book overall remains consistently alluring. This is a seductive paranormal story that sets up a captivating entanglement between two supernatural beings that is just as provocative as it is entertaining.
Damned by Charlene Johnson is a fast-paced paranormal romance novel with an exciting twist on the demon vs. angel dynamic. This stimulating supernatural love story will appeal to readers that enjoy romance, paranormal fiction, fantasy and adventure. This is a great start to what is sure to be an enthralling new series.
April 16, 2022
A DNF for me shortly before the halfway point, though I wanted to stop much earlier. I always feel bad not finishing a book when the publisher has so graciously extended me an ARC, but I do feel I gave this one my best shot. So why the DNF?
First of all, to be clear, I normally really enjoy paranormal romance, and good demons are, for me, particularly fun. Angels have always been harder for me to enjoy, but I was willing to give Rayven a chance. Both Desiree and Rayven, however, were disappointing. One of the best parts about demon protagonists is that they can be spicy and irreverent and gutsy. Desiree is far too innocent (literally) and sweet for a demon and barely has a personality. Rayven, on the other hand, lacked the basic morality I'd have expected for an angel. Living in Sin City, he embraces the lifestyle, visiting strip clubs and paying for lap dances. Ew. Oh, and he lies.
When they meet--in another realm, Regency England, but a romance novel book Regency realm (no, seriously, it couldn't just be normal time travel)--it's instalove. They don't have anything in common, but it's okay because they're hot for each other.
From there, it just got more annoying. There are more demons, archangels, and Lucifer himself. I just didn't care about any of it or any of them. Ugh, I'm sorry.
I received an ARC of this book from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion. Thanks!
First of all, to be clear, I normally really enjoy paranormal romance, and good demons are, for me, particularly fun. Angels have always been harder for me to enjoy, but I was willing to give Rayven a chance. Both Desiree and Rayven, however, were disappointing. One of the best parts about demon protagonists is that they can be spicy and irreverent and gutsy. Desiree is far too innocent (literally) and sweet for a demon and barely has a personality. Rayven, on the other hand, lacked the basic morality I'd have expected for an angel. Living in Sin City, he embraces the lifestyle, visiting strip clubs and paying for lap dances. Ew. Oh, and he lies.
When they meet--in another realm, Regency England, but a romance novel book Regency realm (no, seriously, it couldn't just be normal time travel)--it's instalove. They don't have anything in common, but it's okay because they're hot for each other.
From there, it just got more annoying. There are more demons, archangels, and Lucifer himself. I just didn't care about any of it or any of them. Ugh, I'm sorry.
I received an ARC of this book from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion. Thanks!
April 5, 2022
Damned by Charlene Johnson
The Archangel Michael summons angel warrior Rayven Stone to find demon Desiree Black from stealing souls destined for heaven. Rayven finds her in Regency times and falls for the stunning red headed demon but when they return to current times he must protect her from her demon leader. Follow Rayven and Desiree’s journey and through twists and turns the have and decisions they make.
A very well written book.
An easy and quick read especially you requires change . 4.5/5
The Archangel Michael summons angel warrior Rayven Stone to find demon Desiree Black from stealing souls destined for heaven. Rayven finds her in Regency times and falls for the stunning red headed demon but when they return to current times he must protect her from her demon leader. Follow Rayven and Desiree’s journey and through twists and turns the have and decisions they make.
A very well written book.
An easy and quick read especially you requires change . 4.5/5
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March 23, 2022
Intense relationship with desire and passion. The twisting and turning of the story is captivating. Rayven and Desiree seem to be two halves that complete each other. Fast paced and action packed read. This looks like an excellent series. With baited breath I await the next book in the series. . I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 26, 2022
This is the first book in the The Circle of the Red Scorpion World. It is captivating. Ravyn and Desiree have an incredible intensity between them. The danger, drama, angst, strong emotion and action made for a fast paced read. Thisis a wild rideand has made me excited to read more from this series.
March 18, 2022
Interesting
Rayven and Desiree take us on a wild journey that spans from Heaven thru Hell. Drama, angst, emotion and action are all in play.
I voluntarily read an advanced copy.
Rayven and Desiree take us on a wild journey that spans from Heaven thru Hell. Drama, angst, emotion and action are all in play.
I voluntarily read an advanced copy.
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