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Vampire Unleashed: A New Adult Paranormal Romance
A vampire. A huntress. A cure that could change everything.
Vampires are real. If that’s not enough for Maddy to get her head around, then learning she’s a descendant of the famous Knights Templar, a secret order of vampire hunters, leaves her reeling. What’s more, they want her to join their ranks.
Caleb has a score to settle. Part of it’s personal, but the Order is also determined to kill every last one of his kind. When he learns of their new recruit, he knows he has to get close to Maddy, no matter what it takes.
Thrust together, the two discover deeply buried secrets and shocking truths. The Order isn’t everything it claims to be. The vampire Master has plans to cultivate humans as a food source. And everyone is searching for an ancient relic that could be the key to it all.
And yet Maddy has questions that desperately need answers. Whose side is Caleb really on? What does she do about the attraction that won’t go away? And why does she seem to have abilities no one else does…
Fans of Twilight and Vampire Academy will devour the Keepers of the Chalice series. Scroll up and one-click to lose yourself in the thrilling paranormal romance, Vampire Unleashed, today!
Vampires are real. If that’s not enough for Maddy to get her head around, then learning she’s a descendant of the famous Knights Templar, a secret order of vampire hunters, leaves her reeling. What’s more, they want her to join their ranks.
Caleb has a score to settle. Part of it’s personal, but the Order is also determined to kill every last one of his kind. When he learns of their new recruit, he knows he has to get close to Maddy, no matter what it takes.
Thrust together, the two discover deeply buried secrets and shocking truths. The Order isn’t everything it claims to be. The vampire Master has plans to cultivate humans as a food source. And everyone is searching for an ancient relic that could be the key to it all.
And yet Maddy has questions that desperately need answers. Whose side is Caleb really on? What does she do about the attraction that won’t go away? And why does she seem to have abilities no one else does…
Fans of Twilight and Vampire Academy will devour the Keepers of the Chalice series. Scroll up and one-click to lose yourself in the thrilling paranormal romance, Vampire Unleashed, today!
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First published May 7, 2022
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About the author
Tamar Sloan
141 books431 followersTamar really struggled writing this bio, in part because it’s in third person, but mostly because she hasn’t decided whether she’s primarily a psychologist who loves writing, or a writer with a lifelong fascination with psychology.
She must have been someone pretty awesome in a previous life (past life regression indicated a Care Bear), because she gets to do both. Beginning her career as a youth worker, then a secondary school teacher, before becoming a school psychologist, Tamar helps children and teens to live and thrive despite life’s hurdles like loss, relationship difficulties, mental health issues, and trauma.
As lover of reading, inspired by books that sparked beautiful movies in her head, Tamar loves to write young adult romance. To be honest, it was probably inevitable that her knowledge and love of literature would translate into writing emotion driven stories of finding life and love beyond our comfort zones. You can find out more about Tamar’s books at www.tamarsloan.com
A lifetime consumer of knowledge, Tamar holds degrees in Applied Science, Education and Psychology. When not reading, writing or working with teens, Tamar can be found with her husband and two children enjoying country life on their small slice of the Australian bush.
The driving force for all of Tamar’s writing is sharing and connecting. In truth, connecting with others is why she writes. She loves to hear from readers and fellow writers. Find her on all the usual social media channels or her website.
She must have been someone pretty awesome in a previous life (past life regression indicated a Care Bear), because she gets to do both. Beginning her career as a youth worker, then a secondary school teacher, before becoming a school psychologist, Tamar helps children and teens to live and thrive despite life’s hurdles like loss, relationship difficulties, mental health issues, and trauma.
As lover of reading, inspired by books that sparked beautiful movies in her head, Tamar loves to write young adult romance. To be honest, it was probably inevitable that her knowledge and love of literature would translate into writing emotion driven stories of finding life and love beyond our comfort zones. You can find out more about Tamar’s books at www.tamarsloan.com
A lifetime consumer of knowledge, Tamar holds degrees in Applied Science, Education and Psychology. When not reading, writing or working with teens, Tamar can be found with her husband and two children enjoying country life on their small slice of the Australian bush.
The driving force for all of Tamar’s writing is sharing and connecting. In truth, connecting with others is why she writes. She loves to hear from readers and fellow writers. Find her on all the usual social media channels or her website.
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March 25, 2022
Thank you for sending over an advanced copy.
In the world where vampires are real, who can you exactly trust? Having high expectations of fantasy novels (since I am an avid reader), this book did not disappoint. There are exciting plot twists to look out for, and everything is not what it seems… Maddy and Caleb. A vampire hunter and a vampire. They should not be together, but ended up as each other’s ally. It is really exciting, if I may say, for they will discover the truth amongst so many lies.
Recommended for: Fantasy fans
5/5 Chev’s picks
In the world where vampires are real, who can you exactly trust? Having high expectations of fantasy novels (since I am an avid reader), this book did not disappoint. There are exciting plot twists to look out for, and everything is not what it seems… Maddy and Caleb. A vampire hunter and a vampire. They should not be together, but ended up as each other’s ally. It is really exciting, if I may say, for they will discover the truth amongst so many lies.
Recommended for: Fantasy fans
5/5 Chev’s picks
May 8, 2022
When Maddy gets an invitation to join the Order of the Knightly Rose she at first thinks it's a joke. But then her mother tells her they descend from a long line of vampire hunters. When Caleb learns about the Order's new recruit he realises he needs to get close to Maddy. He may be a vampire, but he also have a personal connection to the Order. Together they discover that not all is right within the Order, at the same time as everyone wants to get their hands on an ancient relic.
This is the first book in a new series in the Keeper Chronicles. Already started are the series Keepers of the Grail and Keepers of the Light. They take part in the same world, and partly with the same characters. I'll have to admit, it's getting a bit hard to keep up with everything and everyone! Even if we get introduced to new characters, such as Maddy and Caleb, we also get "guest performances" by Gabby, for instance, and the Order of the Knightly Rose we know from Keepers of the Grail. I would suggest reading the books in publication order, regardless of series.
Both Maddy and Caleb have interesting backgrounds, and the chemistry between them is evident, but how is a hunter and a vampire supposed to have anything together?! The ending didn't seem to help in that matter either, and I'm not sure what to think about that. Well, this is only the first book in the series, and I really enjoy hanging in this world that Tamar Sloan has built!
There's a well used trope here that I find quite tiresome. When vampires are in the mix it always seems that the human MC has a very special blood, a blood that tastes and smells so much better than everyone elses. Why is that?? And while I'm somewhat complaining: Caleb is shoving his hands in his pockets ALL THE TIME! Kill your darlings, please! There's also a scene at the end that has me a bit confused, but that's too much of a spoiler to write down.
* I received an ARC from the author and I'm giving my honest review. *
This is the first book in a new series in the Keeper Chronicles. Already started are the series Keepers of the Grail and Keepers of the Light. They take part in the same world, and partly with the same characters. I'll have to admit, it's getting a bit hard to keep up with everything and everyone! Even if we get introduced to new characters, such as Maddy and Caleb, we also get "guest performances" by Gabby, for instance, and the Order of the Knightly Rose we know from Keepers of the Grail. I would suggest reading the books in publication order, regardless of series.
Both Maddy and Caleb have interesting backgrounds, and the chemistry between them is evident, but how is a hunter and a vampire supposed to have anything together?! The ending didn't seem to help in that matter either, and I'm not sure what to think about that. Well, this is only the first book in the series, and I really enjoy hanging in this world that Tamar Sloan has built!
There's a well used trope here that I find quite tiresome. When vampires are in the mix it always seems that the human MC has a very special blood, a blood that tastes and smells so much better than everyone elses. Why is that?? And while I'm somewhat complaining: Caleb is shoving his hands in his pockets ALL THE TIME! Kill your darlings, please! There's also a scene at the end that has me a bit confused, but that's too much of a spoiler to write down.
* I received an ARC from the author and I'm giving my honest review. *
September 24, 2023
So after Stuff Your Kindle event is over you never quite know what you have. This one I gave a try but it immediately had some pov issues and had multiple TSTL instances in just the first couple of chapters so I'm gonna move on to something else.
March 23, 2022
Vampire Unleashed is the exciting introduction to The Keepers of Chalice.
Maddy is a relatable character who seeks to do the best she can for herself and those around her.
Caleb is mysterious and determined to meet his goals.
The interaction between Maddie and Caleb sparks and their relationship develops step by step, which is nice to see develop.
I love how the world of the Keeper-verse is expanding with each book that is published. I love reading familiar characters, as it's nice to see how they fit into the story.
The twists and surprises that are related to Maddy really make your jaw drop and you don't see them coming.
I loved Morgan and hope to see more of him.
I hate Felix.
And that ending, all he does is grab you and want to read the next book as fast as possible.
Maddy is a relatable character who seeks to do the best she can for herself and those around her.
Caleb is mysterious and determined to meet his goals.
The interaction between Maddie and Caleb sparks and their relationship develops step by step, which is nice to see develop.
I love how the world of the Keeper-verse is expanding with each book that is published. I love reading familiar characters, as it's nice to see how they fit into the story.
The twists and surprises that are related to Maddy really make your jaw drop and you don't see them coming.
I loved Morgan and hope to see more of him.
I hate Felix.
And that ending, all he does is grab you and want to read the next book as fast as possible.
April 20, 2022
This is off to an incredible start. The world building is awesome and the storyline just grabs you and pulls you in. It’s an intriguing plot with entertaining characters, it’s exciting, emotional and gripping and there’s twists and turns to have you on the edge of your seat.
March 13, 2022
The premise of this book sounded great, the writing just didn’t pull me in like I hoped.
Madeline (Maddy) is a newly recruited vampire hunter. She went to train and then the next day she’s a pro. We get no insight into what takes place. I’m more a fan of showing me what happened then saying she trained and now she can hunt the vampires.
Caleb is a vampire doing the Master’s bidding, following Maddy around, and pretend dating her bff to get close to Maddy.
There is instalove here. Caleb bites and drains Maddy’s blood and the next day (or close to it) he’s saying do you trust me and Maddy is saying yes, of course I trust you. Did she forget he bit her? She has no reason to trust him!
Maddy is descended from a rare blood line. She’s supposed to have powers, but we don’t see it. There’s a fight over a magical chalice and a hunt for the obsidian.
This gave me supernatural, vampire academy, and harry potter vibes.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Madeline (Maddy) is a newly recruited vampire hunter. She went to train and then the next day she’s a pro. We get no insight into what takes place. I’m more a fan of showing me what happened then saying she trained and now she can hunt the vampires.
Caleb is a vampire doing the Master’s bidding, following Maddy around, and pretend dating her bff to get close to Maddy.
There is instalove here. Caleb bites and drains Maddy’s blood and the next day (or close to it) he’s saying do you trust me and Maddy is saying yes, of course I trust you. Did she forget he bit her? She has no reason to trust him!
Maddy is descended from a rare blood line. She’s supposed to have powers, but we don’t see it. There’s a fight over a magical chalice and a hunt for the obsidian.
This gave me supernatural, vampire academy, and harry potter vibes.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
April 30, 2022
Vampire Unleashed is the first novel In the 3rd Keepers Chronicles series, called Keepers of the Chalice. Sloan's Keeperverse is to become extensive -;with a new 4th series coming soon too – and all of them aren't just connected, but quite often seriously intertwined.
If you've read Hidden Angel ( #1 Keepers of the Light) and/or any or all of the 4 books (and more coming) of Keepers of the Grail you will see many known faces and hear about familiar evil and scary circumstances while reading Vampire Unleashed. The big question, for most, before picking up Keepers of the Chalice's #1 -Vampire Unleashed, will therefore be if you can read just this section of the Keeperverse or if you're supposed to start with Hidden Angel and the Light Keepers.
There is honestly something to say about both options ( do or don't).
Where to start: Spoiler problem
I personally started my Keeper Chronicles Journey with the Keepers prequel Chaos Born - a book that you'll get for free by subscribing to the author's newsletter.
One thing is clear: if you were opting to read the entire 'verse' (right now) you definitely need to start there, followed by Keepers of the Light #1, Keepers of the Grail #1-4 and then start in Vampire Unleashed- Keepers of the Chalice #1. The prequel is not just a nice book, but very, very useful for the backgrounds of both the main characters in Light & Grail as well as their – for the story – rather significant and important parents.
What bugged me about reading these all first though, was that the Grail Keepers books already give certain end conclusions away of fights that still need to be published in the Light Keepers. Then again, the main characters Gabby and Cole turn up so much in the Grail books you actually want, or maybe even need, to know their back story (also, a huge surprise in Hidden Angel will otherwise be ruined if you hadn't read that title already).
The spoiler issue plays a small part in Keepers of the Chalice / Vampire Unleashed. Less so as in the very much intertwined Light & Grail series, but you still get a few hints from Arielle's story (Grail)-it seems as though Vampire Unleashed is half or whole a book further in the timeline.
However, if none of the blurbs of the other Keeper Chronicles spoke to you and you just want to read about vampires, vampire hunters and a Chalice that could rule the supernatural world, you should stick to the Keepers of the Chalice and start in Vampire unleashed. The characters of other books -some play larger roles than others- will just be summarily introduced – as if you've just met them at a party and simply accept they have a girlfriend, work for organisation X and are part of the lives of people you know.
You will miss some depth in the story, nor understand the importance or danger of certain people popping up though. But, purely based on book 1 in this series – NB. Based on the end of the book I do expect the storyline of several Keepers to come together in at least one future volume - you won't be truly bothered by any spoilers nor missing previous information. Unless things will change in books to come, I think you could start to read the Keepers of the Chalice series without splurging for the rest – if you want it like that.
Writing style
So, back to the book review at hand: Is Vampire Unleashed worth your hard earned money?
Like all of Tamar Sloan's Keeper books this one is written in the present tense too and has an alternatively changing perspective -in the first person- between the main characters . You know, Caleb and Madeline, the two that'll eventually end up together for sure.
If you're used to reading a lot of YA – the dominant genre in present tense writers – you'll probably dive right in. I had some trouble with it at first, and every new time I picked up the book again. Reading in the present tense can make a story more exiting, because we live through each step and action at the time the characters do. That can connect you closer emotionally. However, it can also read a bit weird. Forced. Especially when a person thinks about things that already happened, that influenced their person tremendously – as is often the case with book characters (and in life).
Despite the fact my preference lies in books that use all tenses, Tamar Sloan is one of those writers that manages to pull you into a story quite fast, making any kind of preference or 'used to' no longer matter. The book is easy to read and fast paced enough to make her style and the adventures she penned down enjoyable.
The story
Vampire Unleashed introduces Caleb, the former heir to the Order of the Knightly Rose, an organisation that hunts evil vampires and assists others in their supernatural endeavors. 'Former' because after his aunt and guardian Kenna Devoe, leader of the Order, is murdered in retaliation for offing the Vampire King, he is turned for the same vengeance. Caleb is suddenly the monster he used to hunt and owes allegiance to a Vampire Master he despises – and who logically won't trust him.
What's more, he has a personal vendetta against Felix, a hunter trained by his aunt, who broke away from the order when he didn't gain the mantle of leadership after Kenna's demise. He's now created his own band of Vampire hunters, telling them nothing about the true order and fanatically seeing evil everywhere thinking his hoped for end justifies any kind of means.
And then there is college student Madeleine, Maddy, who feels 'spooks', has a very strong intuition and a restless nature. She has no idea where her link to the beyond is coming from and what she wants to do in life. That changes when students end up missing and Maddy finds out her mother used to be a vampire hunter, and is asked to join Felix' Order to rescue these abductees. Understanding she was born to eradicate evil Maddy finally feels things click and dives in head first, believing everything she's told, little to no questions asked.
In a series of coincidences and some sneaking on Caleb's part Maddy and his lives come together. While Maddy turns out to be a 'natural' at hunting and tries to find the missing students, Caleb is busy to keep her out of his Master's hands. And, you'll soon find out, he tries to get close to her and keep her safe not just because he has a crush on her.
What starts out as a flicker of romantic interest for both parties turns into quick hatred and disgust on Maddy's side when Felix reveals Caleb is “a very evil vampire”.
Despite the fact Maddy has no prior knowledge of vampires and Caleb has never shown her any sign of true evil either she eagerly follows Felix' lead and plan to kill Caleb, using the Chalice of Solomon. This Chalice – yes, yes, the titlegiver to the series - gives the bearer full power over any supernatural. Caleb would be helpless against it, and amongst other things, be forced to spill his secrets. Sadly for Maddy that leads to him revealing her true supernatural heritage. The reason for her spook sightings – kept to herself btw - and fighting skills become known at once. Felix and her former band of brothers immediately turn against her. The huntress becomes the hunted – and she only escapes because the person whose life she initially so easily decided to end, fights for hers.
The rest of the book focuses on the search and capture of Felix and his followers by both the Master and later the true Order. Of course the hunt and rescue of both Chalice and abducted students is still in the works too.
More than a PRN
Vampire Unleashed shows us plenty of action, nasty characters you can truly dislike and a budding romance. We also see an ancient evil enter the story, an evil that'll be known to readers of the entire Keeperverse. A definite “Oh nooo” moment. Our fledgling Vampire hunter has her work cut out for her. And Caleb...Caleb is and will be once more a pawn in the horrific plans of others. Safe to say Sloan has plenty material for books to come. Especially when the end of the book – cliffhanger ! They aren't stand alone titles – not only raises important questions, but also again turns potential partners Maddy and Caleb to enemies. Just from Maddy's side.
I think Vampire Unleashed will attract a teens and tweens audience that loves a good paranormal romance – or Urban Fantasy with an enemies to lovers trope - with lots of hurdles to conquer. Readers shouldn't be afraid of death and destruction either. In the other Keeper books you could see that the main characters aren't spared and neither will Maddy and Caleb – especially Caleb so it seems. While evil will eventually be slain, or at least lose, the author isn't making the journey of the “good guys” easy. Not to mention the fact that none of the personalities in the book are black or white. They all exists of tones of grey, some lighter or darker than others.
We all have some darkness in us, whether it's a result of past hurts or 'just because' and Tamar Sloan isn't afraid to use that and let her characters make mistakes. Sometimes even serious ones, whether for the right reasons or not. For me that's definitely where the strength of the book(s) lies. Although I also appreciate the fact that well-known (evil) supernaturals aren't the antagonists per se, but that all Keeper-, and all supes story lines revolve around different/new kinds of evil and good. Add in a race against the clock to save innocents, personal mysteries to be discovered and you have a series that can keep you up at night.
This all makes Vampire Unleashed a bit more than just YA Urban Fantasy with a paranormal romance at its core. They were fun to read for me, as a (cough 40- cough) something too. It really helps that the author has a style that's very accessible with decent world-building that's not too complicated – despite the huge amount of characters we have by the time we arrive at the Chalice Keepers. Another plus in my book is that Sloan has introduced homosexual and disabled characters. I truly hope she keeps this up in a more elaborate way, and will do so in the coming Chalice books too. So far, Vampire Unleashed wasn't inclusive, but I have hope (Sloan is welcome to use my life and friends as a template;). ).
Issues
Even though I liked the book and will gladly continue this series as well, I had a few issues with the first installment of Keepers of the Chalice. If I'm an honest reviewer, and I always am, this particular Keeper series isn't my favourite... yet. It's a book in which a setup for the rest of the story is created. That happens with all first books in series, but here the end result feels rather light. While the disappearing students have been found at the close for example, the truly important part of the book is only just beginning.
And if you're great at reading intonation you could've very well realised already I also have a problem with a significant character: Maddy. For me she isn't fleshed out enough. Worse, at the moment Maddy comes across as flighty in the worst possible way: someone who acts and feels quite strongly based on very little knowledge. She's not exactly trying to get more either, nor does she take circumstances and force majeure into account when it comes to villifying the actions of others- Maddy after all [enter sarcasm] has right on her side. Rather hypothetical for someone who was almost murdered for something out of her own control. There, of course, she sees how unfair this is. Not so much when others need that consideration...
She might be spunky, a hard worker and will probably evolve together with her powers, but it doesn't make her likable. Her response and emotions at the end of the book cement that for me. I don't hate her, but haven't exactly embraced her either (as in: not at all! ). Which makes me less eager to root for her as the heroine and certainly not for a Maleb/Caddy ending.
Caleb is a different story. Here it could help that I've read the other books first, though the writing in Vampire Unleashed does the most.
Sloan makes us partner of his emotions from an early point in the story and we get to know a more complex person who's been through rough tI especially. He also fights for what's right despite the fact his new nature and environment isn't exactly helping him. Plus he tries to gather information before acting most of the time. While he has his baggage for sure it is also a huge point in his favour that his difficult past and lack of current friends hasn't made him bitter or uncaring. He's not perfect, but he knows it. Caleb is more well-rounded, you can relate to him (even though none of us have been turned into a vamp against our will. Right? ). I'm sure all this'll make him swoon-worthy for more girls and guys next to the hearts he (almost) conquered in this book.
Conclusion
If you can find a few euros /dollars/pounds/yen between the couch cushions and you're into these sorts of books I recommend Tamar Sloan's Vampire Unleashed as a nice passing of free or idle time. It's definitely a series that is still building and needs to see improvement in future titles, but Caleb's story has caught my attention and I think he'll draw you in too. While there's still the question if you should read the rest of the Keeperverse, it is certain any type of Keeper has an interesting story to tell.
For now 3 stars, a 7+ on a scale of 1-10. (Mostly Madeline's fault it isn't higher). With the expectation of better to come. The Keeper Chronicles got a spot on my already way too full TBR.
If you've read Hidden Angel ( #1 Keepers of the Light) and/or any or all of the 4 books (and more coming) of Keepers of the Grail you will see many known faces and hear about familiar evil and scary circumstances while reading Vampire Unleashed. The big question, for most, before picking up Keepers of the Chalice's #1 -Vampire Unleashed, will therefore be if you can read just this section of the Keeperverse or if you're supposed to start with Hidden Angel and the Light Keepers.
There is honestly something to say about both options ( do or don't).
Where to start: Spoiler problem
I personally started my Keeper Chronicles Journey with the Keepers prequel Chaos Born - a book that you'll get for free by subscribing to the author's newsletter.
One thing is clear: if you were opting to read the entire 'verse' (right now) you definitely need to start there, followed by Keepers of the Light #1, Keepers of the Grail #1-4 and then start in Vampire Unleashed- Keepers of the Chalice #1. The prequel is not just a nice book, but very, very useful for the backgrounds of both the main characters in Light & Grail as well as their – for the story – rather significant and important parents.
What bugged me about reading these all first though, was that the Grail Keepers books already give certain end conclusions away of fights that still need to be published in the Light Keepers. Then again, the main characters Gabby and Cole turn up so much in the Grail books you actually want, or maybe even need, to know their back story (also, a huge surprise in Hidden Angel will otherwise be ruined if you hadn't read that title already).
The spoiler issue plays a small part in Keepers of the Chalice / Vampire Unleashed. Less so as in the very much intertwined Light & Grail series, but you still get a few hints from Arielle's story (Grail)-it seems as though Vampire Unleashed is half or whole a book further in the timeline.
However, if none of the blurbs of the other Keeper Chronicles spoke to you and you just want to read about vampires, vampire hunters and a Chalice that could rule the supernatural world, you should stick to the Keepers of the Chalice and start in Vampire unleashed. The characters of other books -some play larger roles than others- will just be summarily introduced – as if you've just met them at a party and simply accept they have a girlfriend, work for organisation X and are part of the lives of people you know.
You will miss some depth in the story, nor understand the importance or danger of certain people popping up though. But, purely based on book 1 in this series – NB. Based on the end of the book I do expect the storyline of several Keepers to come together in at least one future volume - you won't be truly bothered by any spoilers nor missing previous information. Unless things will change in books to come, I think you could start to read the Keepers of the Chalice series without splurging for the rest – if you want it like that.
Writing style
So, back to the book review at hand: Is Vampire Unleashed worth your hard earned money?
Like all of Tamar Sloan's Keeper books this one is written in the present tense too and has an alternatively changing perspective -in the first person- between the main characters . You know, Caleb and Madeline, the two that'll eventually end up together for sure.
If you're used to reading a lot of YA – the dominant genre in present tense writers – you'll probably dive right in. I had some trouble with it at first, and every new time I picked up the book again. Reading in the present tense can make a story more exiting, because we live through each step and action at the time the characters do. That can connect you closer emotionally. However, it can also read a bit weird. Forced. Especially when a person thinks about things that already happened, that influenced their person tremendously – as is often the case with book characters (and in life).
Despite the fact my preference lies in books that use all tenses, Tamar Sloan is one of those writers that manages to pull you into a story quite fast, making any kind of preference or 'used to' no longer matter. The book is easy to read and fast paced enough to make her style and the adventures she penned down enjoyable.
The story
Vampire Unleashed introduces Caleb, the former heir to the Order of the Knightly Rose, an organisation that hunts evil vampires and assists others in their supernatural endeavors. 'Former' because after his aunt and guardian Kenna Devoe, leader of the Order, is murdered in retaliation for offing the Vampire King, he is turned for the same vengeance. Caleb is suddenly the monster he used to hunt and owes allegiance to a Vampire Master he despises – and who logically won't trust him.
What's more, he has a personal vendetta against Felix, a hunter trained by his aunt, who broke away from the order when he didn't gain the mantle of leadership after Kenna's demise. He's now created his own band of Vampire hunters, telling them nothing about the true order and fanatically seeing evil everywhere thinking his hoped for end justifies any kind of means.
And then there is college student Madeleine, Maddy, who feels 'spooks', has a very strong intuition and a restless nature. She has no idea where her link to the beyond is coming from and what she wants to do in life. That changes when students end up missing and Maddy finds out her mother used to be a vampire hunter, and is asked to join Felix' Order to rescue these abductees. Understanding she was born to eradicate evil Maddy finally feels things click and dives in head first, believing everything she's told, little to no questions asked.
In a series of coincidences and some sneaking on Caleb's part Maddy and his lives come together. While Maddy turns out to be a 'natural' at hunting and tries to find the missing students, Caleb is busy to keep her out of his Master's hands. And, you'll soon find out, he tries to get close to her and keep her safe not just because he has a crush on her.
What starts out as a flicker of romantic interest for both parties turns into quick hatred and disgust on Maddy's side when Felix reveals Caleb is “a very evil vampire”.
Despite the fact Maddy has no prior knowledge of vampires and Caleb has never shown her any sign of true evil either she eagerly follows Felix' lead and plan to kill Caleb, using the Chalice of Solomon. This Chalice – yes, yes, the titlegiver to the series - gives the bearer full power over any supernatural. Caleb would be helpless against it, and amongst other things, be forced to spill his secrets. Sadly for Maddy that leads to him revealing her true supernatural heritage. The reason for her spook sightings – kept to herself btw - and fighting skills become known at once. Felix and her former band of brothers immediately turn against her. The huntress becomes the hunted – and she only escapes because the person whose life she initially so easily decided to end, fights for hers.
The rest of the book focuses on the search and capture of Felix and his followers by both the Master and later the true Order. Of course the hunt and rescue of both Chalice and abducted students is still in the works too.
More than a PRN
Vampire Unleashed shows us plenty of action, nasty characters you can truly dislike and a budding romance. We also see an ancient evil enter the story, an evil that'll be known to readers of the entire Keeperverse. A definite “Oh nooo” moment. Our fledgling Vampire hunter has her work cut out for her. And Caleb...Caleb is and will be once more a pawn in the horrific plans of others. Safe to say Sloan has plenty material for books to come. Especially when the end of the book – cliffhanger ! They aren't stand alone titles – not only raises important questions, but also again turns potential partners Maddy and Caleb to enemies. Just from Maddy's side.
I think Vampire Unleashed will attract a teens and tweens audience that loves a good paranormal romance – or Urban Fantasy with an enemies to lovers trope - with lots of hurdles to conquer. Readers shouldn't be afraid of death and destruction either. In the other Keeper books you could see that the main characters aren't spared and neither will Maddy and Caleb – especially Caleb so it seems. While evil will eventually be slain, or at least lose, the author isn't making the journey of the “good guys” easy. Not to mention the fact that none of the personalities in the book are black or white. They all exists of tones of grey, some lighter or darker than others.
We all have some darkness in us, whether it's a result of past hurts or 'just because' and Tamar Sloan isn't afraid to use that and let her characters make mistakes. Sometimes even serious ones, whether for the right reasons or not. For me that's definitely where the strength of the book(s) lies. Although I also appreciate the fact that well-known (evil) supernaturals aren't the antagonists per se, but that all Keeper-, and all supes story lines revolve around different/new kinds of evil and good. Add in a race against the clock to save innocents, personal mysteries to be discovered and you have a series that can keep you up at night.
This all makes Vampire Unleashed a bit more than just YA Urban Fantasy with a paranormal romance at its core. They were fun to read for me, as a (cough 40- cough) something too. It really helps that the author has a style that's very accessible with decent world-building that's not too complicated – despite the huge amount of characters we have by the time we arrive at the Chalice Keepers. Another plus in my book is that Sloan has introduced homosexual and disabled characters. I truly hope she keeps this up in a more elaborate way, and will do so in the coming Chalice books too. So far, Vampire Unleashed wasn't inclusive, but I have hope (Sloan is welcome to use my life and friends as a template;). ).
Issues
Even though I liked the book and will gladly continue this series as well, I had a few issues with the first installment of Keepers of the Chalice. If I'm an honest reviewer, and I always am, this particular Keeper series isn't my favourite... yet. It's a book in which a setup for the rest of the story is created. That happens with all first books in series, but here the end result feels rather light. While the disappearing students have been found at the close for example, the truly important part of the book is only just beginning.
And if you're great at reading intonation you could've very well realised already I also have a problem with a significant character: Maddy. For me she isn't fleshed out enough. Worse, at the moment Maddy comes across as flighty in the worst possible way: someone who acts and feels quite strongly based on very little knowledge. She's not exactly trying to get more either, nor does she take circumstances and force majeure into account when it comes to villifying the actions of others- Maddy after all [enter sarcasm] has right on her side. Rather hypothetical for someone who was almost murdered for something out of her own control. There, of course, she sees how unfair this is. Not so much when others need that consideration...
She might be spunky, a hard worker and will probably evolve together with her powers, but it doesn't make her likable. Her response and emotions at the end of the book cement that for me. I don't hate her, but haven't exactly embraced her either (as in: not at all! ). Which makes me less eager to root for her as the heroine and certainly not for a Maleb/Caddy ending.
Caleb is a different story. Here it could help that I've read the other books first, though the writing in Vampire Unleashed does the most.
Sloan makes us partner of his emotions from an early point in the story and we get to know a more complex person who's been through rough tI especially. He also fights for what's right despite the fact his new nature and environment isn't exactly helping him. Plus he tries to gather information before acting most of the time. While he has his baggage for sure it is also a huge point in his favour that his difficult past and lack of current friends hasn't made him bitter or uncaring. He's not perfect, but he knows it. Caleb is more well-rounded, you can relate to him (even though none of us have been turned into a vamp against our will. Right? ). I'm sure all this'll make him swoon-worthy for more girls and guys next to the hearts he (almost) conquered in this book.
Conclusion
If you can find a few euros /dollars/pounds/yen between the couch cushions and you're into these sorts of books I recommend Tamar Sloan's Vampire Unleashed as a nice passing of free or idle time. It's definitely a series that is still building and needs to see improvement in future titles, but Caleb's story has caught my attention and I think he'll draw you in too. While there's still the question if you should read the rest of the Keeperverse, it is certain any type of Keeper has an interesting story to tell.
For now 3 stars, a 7+ on a scale of 1-10. (Mostly Madeline's fault it isn't higher). With the expectation of better to come. The Keeper Chronicles got a spot on my already way too full TBR.
May 1, 2022
This is book one of the Keepers of the Chalice series and the main character is Maddy (Madeline) Grimes, who lives in the small town of Creed and starts as she is searching for a missing local college student, Olivia, who has disappeared suddenly without trace. She is with her best friend Cora, but is thinking if they don’t find her soon, then they never will find her. It is part of ‘the spooks’, strange feelings she has often gotten about something in her life, about a dozen times so far. Sort of like déjà vu, but usually bringing bad news shortly after, such as a death or an accident. Just after the search is called off that night a stranger walks out of the woods and introduces himself as Felix. He tells her that the Order of the Knightly Rose needs her! How he knows her name is unclear and he just stands there and says he will explain more if she comes with him. Not going to happen! When she gets home she mentions it to her mother and soon gets the shock of her life, as her mother shows her a secret she has long kept to herself. She explains she is a hunter just like Felix, and has been investigating disappearances in the town for years. She says she knows what has happened to all the people who have disappeared and tells her it is because of vampires.
At college the next day she literally walks into a young man called Caleb, but he is quite short and sharp with her. He had actually been watching her for weeks and is a vampire. He had been sent to Creed by The Master, to investigate a possible group of hunters thought to have attacked a vampire stronghold in Mercy City and now using an abandoned bakery in town as a cover. He comes across Felix and knows him well, having a grudge to settle with him over the death of his late aunt Kenna DeVoe, the leader of the Order. Caleb was raised and trained as a hunter until he was turned in retaliation to the vampire kings death and Caleb was cast down into the depths with the vampires as one of them. Felix created a new group of hunters after her death, but Felix wasn’t Kenna’s successor. He opened up a new Order with a different direction, wanting all vampires dead, no matter what. The real Order is now run by Marlowe. An obsidian stone was awakened by Arielle and this broke a spell that had worked for centuries. Now a secret organisation is using it to spread the darkness, and Felix and the Master are probably affected by the obsidian and working with them somehow.
Caleb was told of a prophecy by a seer that involved him and he believes Maddy, one that would unite the vampire and hunter worlds to bring an end to the darkness. The darkness gives them chaotic and dangerous thoughts, but the order may not be strong enough to stop it. Felix is looking for relics to boost his powers and already has the chalice of Solomon, which allows him to control demons and vampires. Caleb is trying to get close to Maddy, but still has to follow his Master’s orders as well. Maddy has joined Felix’s version of the Order learning how to kill vampires and defend herself, with the hope to stop vampires taking people. Caleb learns that the disappearances are all down to his Master, who has plans to create human enslavement camps, where humans will be used as blood bags for them, something he definitely doesn’t agree with. There are lots of buried secrets both within the Order and the vampire world. Add in Caleb’s connection with Bryn, a member of the local chapter of the Grail Keepers, protectors of the Holy Grail. The original Order were the warriors and Knights Templar of old. New recruits to the Order are taken for their ancestral links back to the Knights Templars. Caleb believes Maddy has secret powers or magic, with what he has learnt about her lineage, something she knows nothing about.
Maddy is confused by Caleb’s behaviour even before she knew he was a vampire, but once she knew, she wanted him away from her friend Cora. He was a target for Felix and would soon be ended if he refuses to follow his Master’s orders. She is getting confused about her feelings for Caleb at one moment hating him and the next having warm feelings for him and thinking of him at all hours. She doesn’t know which side he is on, but knows he isn’t a bad person like Felix seems to believe about all vampires. What other powers she has other than her tingly spider senses is still to be uncovered, as the shock of her ancestry comes to light. The identity of the mysterious person behind the secret organization is still hidden and the darkness needs to be stopped. The addition of witches, warlocks and even an angel, all add to the supernatural mix in this story. A shocking twist at the end of this story and I can’t wait to see what happens in the next one and how Caleb and Maddy will react. Whether they will be working together to stop the darkness, is completely up in the air! I received an ARC copy of this book from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
At college the next day she literally walks into a young man called Caleb, but he is quite short and sharp with her. He had actually been watching her for weeks and is a vampire. He had been sent to Creed by The Master, to investigate a possible group of hunters thought to have attacked a vampire stronghold in Mercy City and now using an abandoned bakery in town as a cover. He comes across Felix and knows him well, having a grudge to settle with him over the death of his late aunt Kenna DeVoe, the leader of the Order. Caleb was raised and trained as a hunter until he was turned in retaliation to the vampire kings death and Caleb was cast down into the depths with the vampires as one of them. Felix created a new group of hunters after her death, but Felix wasn’t Kenna’s successor. He opened up a new Order with a different direction, wanting all vampires dead, no matter what. The real Order is now run by Marlowe. An obsidian stone was awakened by Arielle and this broke a spell that had worked for centuries. Now a secret organisation is using it to spread the darkness, and Felix and the Master are probably affected by the obsidian and working with them somehow.
Caleb was told of a prophecy by a seer that involved him and he believes Maddy, one that would unite the vampire and hunter worlds to bring an end to the darkness. The darkness gives them chaotic and dangerous thoughts, but the order may not be strong enough to stop it. Felix is looking for relics to boost his powers and already has the chalice of Solomon, which allows him to control demons and vampires. Caleb is trying to get close to Maddy, but still has to follow his Master’s orders as well. Maddy has joined Felix’s version of the Order learning how to kill vampires and defend herself, with the hope to stop vampires taking people. Caleb learns that the disappearances are all down to his Master, who has plans to create human enslavement camps, where humans will be used as blood bags for them, something he definitely doesn’t agree with. There are lots of buried secrets both within the Order and the vampire world. Add in Caleb’s connection with Bryn, a member of the local chapter of the Grail Keepers, protectors of the Holy Grail. The original Order were the warriors and Knights Templar of old. New recruits to the Order are taken for their ancestral links back to the Knights Templars. Caleb believes Maddy has secret powers or magic, with what he has learnt about her lineage, something she knows nothing about.
Maddy is confused by Caleb’s behaviour even before she knew he was a vampire, but once she knew, she wanted him away from her friend Cora. He was a target for Felix and would soon be ended if he refuses to follow his Master’s orders. She is getting confused about her feelings for Caleb at one moment hating him and the next having warm feelings for him and thinking of him at all hours. She doesn’t know which side he is on, but knows he isn’t a bad person like Felix seems to believe about all vampires. What other powers she has other than her tingly spider senses is still to be uncovered, as the shock of her ancestry comes to light. The identity of the mysterious person behind the secret organization is still hidden and the darkness needs to be stopped. The addition of witches, warlocks and even an angel, all add to the supernatural mix in this story. A shocking twist at the end of this story and I can’t wait to see what happens in the next one and how Caleb and Maddy will react. Whether they will be working together to stop the darkness, is completely up in the air! I received an ARC copy of this book from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
May 6, 2022
Madeline (Maddy) Grimes is a normal college student, just trying to make it through exams and decide what she wants to do with her life. That is, until she finds out that she is descended from a line of Vampire Hunters! She (literally ) bumps into a handsome and aloof man and things start to get crazy.
The premise of the book was pretty good, with a vampire hunter becoming involved with a vampire instead of instantly killing him. Maddy soon learns that there is even more to her family than she ever realized.
The book ended on a cliffhanger, so be prepared for an unresolved ending. There were several reasons that I did not give this book a 5 star rating. I found the third person writing was not consistent in the tenses used and this was distracting. Also, it could have used better editing.
Lastly, I guess I have read too many books in this genre. Every one I read lately are all, "I'm just a normal girl, but find out my Mom is a fearsome hunter (or something), and nobody knows anything about my Dad. Now, I have to take up the gauntlet and fight my ancestors fight." I would like to read just one book where the girl knows something about her heritage before she is a young adult and she actually knows her father.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The premise of the book was pretty good, with a vampire hunter becoming involved with a vampire instead of instantly killing him. Maddy soon learns that there is even more to her family than she ever realized.
The book ended on a cliffhanger, so be prepared for an unresolved ending. There were several reasons that I did not give this book a 5 star rating. I found the third person writing was not consistent in the tenses used and this was distracting. Also, it could have used better editing.
Lastly, I guess I have read too many books in this genre. Every one I read lately are all, "I'm just a normal girl, but find out my Mom is a fearsome hunter (or something), and nobody knows anything about my Dad. Now, I have to take up the gauntlet and fight my ancestors fight." I would like to read just one book where the girl knows something about her heritage before she is a young adult and she actually knows her father.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 27, 2022
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Wow this book sure makes you feel the feels. Oh my lanta
Had a slow start to the book, the writing was i think 3rd person and took some time getting used to,
The story is amazing, the character are awesome, there plot twist left and right and above all its a very nice read.
Never a dull moment in the story its sweet and awesome but its also kickass and at times a little sad.
Ive tried to guess what would happen next in situations but its a little unpredictable and that i loved about this book besides the obvious ita being about vampirea.
The sory is very captivating and at times it made me feel as if i was a hunter helping Maddy and Caleb.
That ending tho oh my lanta, sorta cliffhanger i for one hope book 2 will be here soon so i can see if they can save ... they must.
Onwards to book 2 ♡
Wow this book sure makes you feel the feels. Oh my lanta
Had a slow start to the book, the writing was i think 3rd person and took some time getting used to,
The story is amazing, the character are awesome, there plot twist left and right and above all its a very nice read.
Never a dull moment in the story its sweet and awesome but its also kickass and at times a little sad.
Ive tried to guess what would happen next in situations but its a little unpredictable and that i loved about this book besides the obvious ita being about vampirea.
The sory is very captivating and at times it made me feel as if i was a hunter helping Maddy and Caleb.
That ending tho oh my lanta, sorta cliffhanger i for one hope book 2 will be here soon so i can see if they can save ... they must.
Onwards to book 2 ♡
April 16, 2022
Rvcd an advanced reader copy from Hidden Gems for giving my two cents. We meet Maddy who is helping to search for a missing girl. She gets these vibes that she can only describe as nothing good is yet to happen. She meets a weird man in the park who tells her she is needed....OK weirdo. What's even more weird is that her mom knows the guy and has been keeping secrets from her. Things such as vampires...yes..vampires and her mom is part of thr Order to keep the balance and now it's her turn to become a hunter. We meet Caleb, a former hunter turned vampire who is in town searching for who knows what bc thr Master wills it. He meets this girl who has smtg about her but he can't put his finger on it. He finds out who she is and has a plan to get to know her..even if it's deceitful. However there are more evil forces at work and they reluctantly decide to work with one another. What would possibly go wrong? Lies, drama, Hidden heritage and working against the clock make this a good read.
March 21, 2024
This book is filled with unexpected twists and turns. The narrative moves quickly, ensuring that there's never a dull moment. This dynamism is one of the book's strongest suits, captivating the attention from start to finish.
However, the book presents a noticeable disparity in how it values the lives of its characters. Main characters or those whose names we learn seem to have their lives weighted more heavily than the unnamed, anonymous individuals, who are treated with apparent indifference. Additionally, some relationships within the story shift rapidly, leaving little room for the development or depth one might expect.
Despite these critiques, it remains an engaging read for fans of the genre.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
However, the book presents a noticeable disparity in how it values the lives of its characters. Main characters or those whose names we learn seem to have their lives weighted more heavily than the unnamed, anonymous individuals, who are treated with apparent indifference. Additionally, some relationships within the story shift rapidly, leaving little room for the development or depth one might expect.
Despite these critiques, it remains an engaging read for fans of the genre.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 1, 2022
Caleb and Madeleine . . .
There are many surprises and discoveries throughout this story. Madeleine is made aware that she comes from a line of vampire hunters, a descendant of the famous Knights Templar. They of course want her to join them. But is she hearing the truth about things? Or is she being manipulated?
Caleb is a vampire also trying to get answers. Caleb and Madeleine meet and seem strongly drawn to each other. Working together, they start uncovering secrets. Along with the Order not being totally honest, there is also an issue with the vampire Master who has his own secret plans for humans. Despite ending on a cliffhanger, the story line is good and the characters are likable. Grab your copy as the story begins.
There are many surprises and discoveries throughout this story. Madeleine is made aware that she comes from a line of vampire hunters, a descendant of the famous Knights Templar. They of course want her to join them. But is she hearing the truth about things? Or is she being manipulated?
Caleb is a vampire also trying to get answers. Caleb and Madeleine meet and seem strongly drawn to each other. Working together, they start uncovering secrets. Along with the Order not being totally honest, there is also an issue with the vampire Master who has his own secret plans for humans. Despite ending on a cliffhanger, the story line is good and the characters are likable. Grab your copy as the story begins.
January 28, 2023
Vampire Unleashed is the fabulous first book in the new Keepers of the Chalice series.
Maddy is a normal college kid one minute then a vampire hunter the next. She is thrown into a world she is not only unaware of but also wholly unprepared for.
Caleb is a reluctant vampire fighting to keep his humanity.
When they literally bump into each other outside a coffee shop their fates are sealed.
This is a great book with a terrific storyline. The characters are well defined there is some character overlap with the Keepers of the Grail series.
The book moves at a fast pace and it draws you in and keeps you reading. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it to all paranormal and fantasy readers.
Maddy is a normal college kid one minute then a vampire hunter the next. She is thrown into a world she is not only unaware of but also wholly unprepared for.
Caleb is a reluctant vampire fighting to keep his humanity.
When they literally bump into each other outside a coffee shop their fates are sealed.
This is a great book with a terrific storyline. The characters are well defined there is some character overlap with the Keepers of the Grail series.
The book moves at a fast pace and it draws you in and keeps you reading. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it to all paranormal and fantasy readers.
April 30, 2022
I received an Advanced Readers Copy from Author Tamar Sloan. This book took me a while to finish. While the writing didn’t suck me in as much as I would have hoped, it is a good, quick, supernatural read. I appreciate that it doesn’t follow the typical trope of human girl falls in love with vampire boy. This is a vampire hunter who has an ally in a vampire- with several surprising twist no one probably expected.
It was an interesting story and I was curious what is to come next with this series. If you like young adult, supernatural reads, I would suggest this for you. The story had a good, if not fast progression and keeps you wondering what is to come next.
It was an interesting story and I was curious what is to come next with this series. If you like young adult, supernatural reads, I would suggest this for you. The story had a good, if not fast progression and keeps you wondering what is to come next.
September 2, 2022
4.5/5
I picked this up having read Sloan before and knowing that I always adore her books. This was an enjoyable read, never really been into vampires in my teen years but now I can’t seem to get enough of them. I adored Maddy, and Caleb, loved seeing their stories entwined and evolve and adored the whole twists and turns as the story continued. I adore Sloan and Lane’s writing and the way they pull you into the story. My only qualm was that at times the plot felt like it could’ve done with a bit more exploration, but other than that, an amazing story and one I very much enjoyed. Recommended
I picked this up having read Sloan before and knowing that I always adore her books. This was an enjoyable read, never really been into vampires in my teen years but now I can’t seem to get enough of them. I adored Maddy, and Caleb, loved seeing their stories entwined and evolve and adored the whole twists and turns as the story continued. I adore Sloan and Lane’s writing and the way they pull you into the story. My only qualm was that at times the plot felt like it could’ve done with a bit more exploration, but other than that, an amazing story and one I very much enjoyed. Recommended
December 7, 2022
I can't RAVE enough about these series all based in the Keepers-VERSE. I now have finished book 1 of the Keepers of the Chalice series and I don't know which book 2 I want to read next!!!
Maddy is a girl just trying to do the college thing and have friends, drink coffee. One day, that goes all upside down and wrong side out! One bump into a hot guy and the returning of a wallet takes it down a wholely more complicated road. Hunters, vampires, love, lose, and so much more await you in Vampire Unleased.
A must read.... Love the characters and love the series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Maddy is a girl just trying to do the college thing and have friends, drink coffee. One day, that goes all upside down and wrong side out! One bump into a hot guy and the returning of a wallet takes it down a wholely more complicated road. Hunters, vampires, love, lose, and so much more await you in Vampire Unleased.
A must read.... Love the characters and love the series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 14, 2022
I love this Keepers universe, and the characters from the other series that pop up here!
This is a story of an unexpected combination: the hunter turned vampire and the last descendent of the most notorious vampire turned hunter!
Who would have expected that?
And who would have expected the attraction between them?
Becouse what will be their story without the twists and turns?
Another page turner that kept me glued to it!
And can’t wait for the folowing books!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a story of an unexpected combination: the hunter turned vampire and the last descendent of the most notorious vampire turned hunter!
Who would have expected that?
And who would have expected the attraction between them?
Becouse what will be their story without the twists and turns?
Another page turner that kept me glued to it!
And can’t wait for the folowing books!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 24, 2022
I loved getting to know Tamar Sloan's work. She writes easily and develops the plot very well, holding you from the beginning of this book.
The plot is very good and even surprising. I couldn't imagine that Maddy is who she is. And your relationship with Caleb is very good,
getting to be cute at times. It has the right amount of action making the book very excited to read.
I definitely recommend you read this book and maybe like me you'll want to devour the other books by this author. :).
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The plot is very good and even surprising. I couldn't imagine that Maddy is who she is. And your relationship with Caleb is very good,
getting to be cute at times. It has the right amount of action making the book very excited to read.
I definitely recommend you read this book and maybe like me you'll want to devour the other books by this author. :).
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April 27, 2022
I always enjoy a supernatural story where the heroine has no clue that that have supernatural powers. This story is different because it revolves around college students who are usually oblivious to things that do not concern them. Maddy is pays more attention to what is going around her after she accidentally runs into Caleb. His good looks entrigue her and before she knows it, she learns things about her family and her ancestors that she wonders she would be better off not knowing. Story is interesting. Looking forward to next book.
April 30, 2022
Someone that Maddy knows has gone missing, and it turns out there are more. Maddy's learns that her family has secrets, and that she might be a vampire hunter. Caleb is a vampire, and he doesn't want the secret order of vampire hunters to kill all his kind. Will what he has to say, convince Maddy not to stake him? I enjoyed the twists, the danger/action, the secrets and the interesting characters. I look forward to what happens in the next book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 1, 2022
Fun, entertaining story dealing with hunters and vampires! Like the action; good suspense, and the overall storyline is an interesting one. Love the forbidden aspect to a hunter and vampire connection too! Both Caleb and Maddy make some not so great decisions, but both are strong characters. Maddie is mostly new to the whole paranormal world, so she’s dealing with lots of new ideas and things. Plus, there’s also more to Maddie than even she knew; enjoy that Maddie has some interesting powers going on. A cool read with exciting adventures! Looking forward to the next book!
May 2, 2022
Fantastic vampire romance with Madeline who is told that she is a vampire hunter a descendant of the Knights Templar which of course they want her to join. While on campus Madeline literally bumps into Caleb he’s rude then he takes off Madeline runs after him because he dropped his wallet, Caleb has a secret they should be enemies but as they work together their attraction starts to sizzle. Fantastic story but it ends on a cliffhanger and I can’t wait to read book 2 and I highly recommend this book it’s well worth the read.
April 29, 2022
I like the world building in this book and the related series by this author. It is intriguing to see the different series develop as well as the characters and learning more about the specific organizations in these series.
Caleb and Maddy starts off at a great pace. The ending was quite a surprise. I can hardly wait to see what happens in the next book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Caleb and Maddy starts off at a great pace. The ending was quite a surprise. I can hardly wait to see what happens in the next book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 29, 2022
This intelligently written romance story had me captivated from the first paragraph. It is a complex story with several characters that is filled with intrigue, passion, terror, mystic powers, and more. The main characters are strong and are emotionally driven to reach their goals and on the way they discover who they really are and find true love.
A wonderful story that I will keep reading.
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A wonderful story that I will keep reading.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 23, 2022
Excellent book that was well written, with a great plot that kept me enthralled with the book so much so that I struggle to put it down.
I like the fact that Tamar has written several spin off series that will allow you understand more about other characters within this series, however will potentially include the main characters from this book!
The next book vampire unveiled promises to reveal more about Maddy & Caleb’s relationship, plus their friends.
I like the fact that Tamar has written several spin off series that will allow you understand more about other characters within this series, however will potentially include the main characters from this book!
The next book vampire unveiled promises to reveal more about Maddy & Caleb’s relationship, plus their friends.
April 29, 2022
Another terrific story by Ms. Sloan. She weaves these stories to entwine with her other books. They capture your attention and keeps you reading to find out what's next. I would definitely recommend this book.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 1, 2022
Loved this book it has a bit of everything and is a well written page turner. The paranormal, action, romance, mystery & suspense really keep things spicy & exciting. Will be looking out for the next book in the Keepers of the Chalice series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 3, 2022
Vampire Unleashed is the first book in the Keepers of the Chalice series. I really loved this book. I would highly recommend this book if you enjoy all things paranormal. This book leaves you wanting so much more! I am excited for book two to come out!.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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