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Hellbourne: Lost and Found
Luc Hellbourne is dumped by his werewolf boyfriend for a girl. When he goes to drown his sorrows with drinks at a local bar the powerful vampire master claims to have just what he needs. There is hot man/man action.
44 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 20, 2009
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Amber Kell
179 books1,281 followersAmber Kell has made a career out of daydreaming. It has been a lifelong habit she practices diligently as shown by her complete lack of focus on anything not related to her fantasy world building.
When she told her husband what she wanted to do with her life he told her to go have fun.
During those seconds she isn't writing she remembers she has children who humor her with games of 'what if' and let her drag them to foreign lands to gather inspiration. Her youngest confided in her that he wants to write because he longs for a website and an author name—two things apparently necessary to be a proper writer.
Despite her husband's insistence she doesn't drink enough to be a true literary genius she continues to spin stories of people falling happily in love and staying that way.
She is thwarted during the day by a traffic jam of cats on the stairway and a puppy who insists on walks, but she bravely perseveres..
She also writes under the name Mikela Q. Chase
When she told her husband what she wanted to do with her life he told her to go have fun.
During those seconds she isn't writing she remembers she has children who humor her with games of 'what if' and let her drag them to foreign lands to gather inspiration. Her youngest confided in her that he wants to write because he longs for a website and an author name—two things apparently necessary to be a proper writer.
Despite her husband's insistence she doesn't drink enough to be a true literary genius she continues to spin stories of people falling happily in love and staying that way.
She is thwarted during the day by a traffic jam of cats on the stairway and a puppy who insists on walks, but she bravely perseveres..
She also writes under the name Mikela Q. Chase
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April 22, 2011
2.5 stars. Ok short paranormal m/m romance about a half-fae who was dumped for a woman by his werewolf boyfriend. This is actually one book split into three very short books, which I find annoying.
November 26, 2020
Una historia un poco raro, pero muy hot, en serio que Luc sorprendió un montón...
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July 2, 2009HellBourne series is not exactly a romance but more a discovery journey. It's the story of Lucifer "Luc" Hellbourne, half-fae half-devil, who is trying to find his place in the human and otherworldly world. After 20 years spent as Alpha male's lover of a werewolf pack, Luc is on the loose; his werewolf lover dumped him to marry a woman and have kids, a thing that even Luc, with all his special power, can't have. Wandering alone after so many years living in a pack is disconcerning and when Luc sees a night club called the River Styx, he feels a bit at home, and enters the club and a new stage in his life.
Obviously the Master Vampire of the club, Nikko, is all of the idea to make Luc his own personal thrall, and Luc, at first, is not against the idea: Nikko is a very good piece of a man, not exactly the emaciated vampire of legends. He is a stud, and Luc is not against the idea to have a rebound lover like him. Nikko is thinking to have found his personal pet, and in his magnanimity, to give protection to Luc, but he doesn't know that Luc has no need of his protection, Luc stays and goes when he wants and how he likes.
At the same moment Luc is in a three-way: his former lover Bran wants him back, his actual lover Nikko doesn't want to let him go and there is a new young vampire with the face of an angel, Jerrod, who needs his help, and how can a demon not being drawn by an angel?
Hellbourne is a continuing series, I have the feeling that also the following novella in the series will be centered around Luc and his search for a new home, and probably his real mate. The quality of the story is way better than the first attempts by this same author, she always plays with stereotype (the Alpha Male werewolf, the Master Vampire), but this time they are all elements mixed in a slightly more original way. Not that the previous short stories weren't good, but I feel like this new novella being more mature and complete.
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Obviously the Master Vampire of the club, Nikko, is all of the idea to make Luc his own personal thrall, and Luc, at first, is not against the idea: Nikko is a very good piece of a man, not exactly the emaciated vampire of legends. He is a stud, and Luc is not against the idea to have a rebound lover like him. Nikko is thinking to have found his personal pet, and in his magnanimity, to give protection to Luc, but he doesn't know that Luc has no need of his protection, Luc stays and goes when he wants and how he likes.
At the same moment Luc is in a three-way: his former lover Bran wants him back, his actual lover Nikko doesn't want to let him go and there is a new young vampire with the face of an angel, Jerrod, who needs his help, and how can a demon not being drawn by an angel?
Hellbourne is a continuing series, I have the feeling that also the following novella in the series will be centered around Luc and his search for a new home, and probably his real mate. The quality of the story is way better than the first attempts by this same author, she always plays with stereotype (the Alpha Male werewolf, the Master Vampire), but this time they are all elements mixed in a slightly more original way. Not that the previous short stories weren't good, but I feel like this new novella being more mature and complete.
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June 5, 2016
Esta historia es sumamente entretenida, pero también bastante confusa. El protagonista, Luc, se la pasa de aquí para allá y su comportamiento resulta bastante tonto a veces.
Por otra parte, comprendo que se supone que es la mayor belleza en el mundo, pero resulta bastante poco creíble que todo el mundo quiera tirarse sobre él.
En cuanto a Bran y Nikko, los otros personajes principales, hubiera querido conocer más sobre sus capacidades particulares, más allá de la visión que tiene Luc de los mismos.
La creación del mundo, tan lleno de criaturas sobrenaturales ha estado bien, pero en ciertos momentos puede resultar un poco demasiado.
Esta es una buena historia para pasar el rato.
Por otra parte, comprendo que se supone que es la mayor belleza en el mundo, pero resulta bastante poco creíble que todo el mundo quiera tirarse sobre él.
En cuanto a Bran y Nikko, los otros personajes principales, hubiera querido conocer más sobre sus capacidades particulares, más allá de la visión que tiene Luc de los mismos.
La creación del mundo, tan lleno de criaturas sobrenaturales ha estado bien, pero en ciertos momentos puede resultar un poco demasiado.
Esta es una buena historia para pasar el rato.
March 25, 2009
This is definately a serial style story. No final ending. The next adventure is clearly in the works at the conclusion of the story. It was a good story though and put me in mind of J. Lane's Soulmates series, much shorter and less explicit but it looks like all the paranormal players are at the table.
I must say I did not notice the spelling errors and switched words in this book that have plagued A. Kell's previous books from Literary road.
I must say I did not notice the spelling errors and switched words in this book that have plagued A. Kell's previous books from Literary road.
March 18, 2010
This story was amazingly hilarious - which I was not expecting. Luc Hellbourne is such a unique character & the whole story arch is interesting and kept me guessing.
March 8, 2020
The plot is good but it wasn't used to it's full potential
March 1, 2021
Another lost review by goodreads
May 31, 2011
This is a story filled with so many twists and turns you're constantly wondering what will happen next. Once you think you know what the main conflict is, you discover it is only one of many.
Luc Hellbourne is the youngest son of the devil but that’s only half of his problems. He has just been cast aside by his werewolf lover Bran... for a woman. Feeling heartbroken over the rejection he seeks solace in the arms of a powerful vampire. Nikko is instantly attracted to Luc and wants to keep the young man for himself and Luc is more than willing to stay with Nikko to help get over Bran.
This is a love triangle like no other. Luc may be the son of the devil but he is nothing like his father. He’s loving, caring and likes helping others. So when Bran comes crawling back to Luc, he struggles with what he should do; go back to the lover who broke his heart, or take a chance on the love that is growing between him and Nikko? When Bran needs him, Luc goes to his aid. The decision of where he should be is easily made.
Being the most favored son of the devil causes him to be extremely unpopular with his four older brothers. Every year on his birthday the devil brings Luc down to hell to try and persuade him to stay and help rule at his side. The devil's methods in trying to get Luc to stay are brutal and violent.
The devil changes the rules on Luc and all the strange occurrences happening in his life start to make sense when Luc discovers what the reward for getting him to stay in hell is. When Luc is drained of all his power he is forced to ask Bran, the man he loves, and Nikko, the man he is coming to love, to set aside their difference and help save his life.
Bravo to this author for writing such a captivating story. There are so many unexpected issues that come to light that will leave the reader shocked, but also relieved because it explains so much about these characters and why they did what they did. I loved how Ms. Kell wrapped this story up at the end but left it open to come back and write a follow up story later.
Hellbourne is an exciting read from beginning to end and I would recommend this story to all paranormal romance lovers.
originally posted at http://whippedcream2.blogspot.com/201...
Luc Hellbourne is the youngest son of the devil but that’s only half of his problems. He has just been cast aside by his werewolf lover Bran... for a woman. Feeling heartbroken over the rejection he seeks solace in the arms of a powerful vampire. Nikko is instantly attracted to Luc and wants to keep the young man for himself and Luc is more than willing to stay with Nikko to help get over Bran.
This is a love triangle like no other. Luc may be the son of the devil but he is nothing like his father. He’s loving, caring and likes helping others. So when Bran comes crawling back to Luc, he struggles with what he should do; go back to the lover who broke his heart, or take a chance on the love that is growing between him and Nikko? When Bran needs him, Luc goes to his aid. The decision of where he should be is easily made.
Being the most favored son of the devil causes him to be extremely unpopular with his four older brothers. Every year on his birthday the devil brings Luc down to hell to try and persuade him to stay and help rule at his side. The devil's methods in trying to get Luc to stay are brutal and violent.
The devil changes the rules on Luc and all the strange occurrences happening in his life start to make sense when Luc discovers what the reward for getting him to stay in hell is. When Luc is drained of all his power he is forced to ask Bran, the man he loves, and Nikko, the man he is coming to love, to set aside their difference and help save his life.
Bravo to this author for writing such a captivating story. There are so many unexpected issues that come to light that will leave the reader shocked, but also relieved because it explains so much about these characters and why they did what they did. I loved how Ms. Kell wrapped this story up at the end but left it open to come back and write a follow up story later.
Hellbourne is an exciting read from beginning to end and I would recommend this story to all paranormal romance lovers.
originally posted at http://whippedcream2.blogspot.com/201...
August 29, 2010
It is really hard to write a review of just Lost and Found when all three stories (Lost and Found, Bound and Determined, Heart and Soul) make up the book. So don't read any further, because I may give away Hellbourne secrets.
Luc Hellbourne is the son for Lucifer. The young 5th son and the only one who was born with a soul. Luc's lover of 20 years, werewolf alpha Bran, wants to have pups and has a bonding ceremony with a female. Luc, crushed and heart broken, leaves the pack and meets vampire master Nikko. Nikko feels that Luc is his mate and sets about claiming him.
But there is a problem, Bran's wolf rejects the female and goes in search of his mate, Luc. Luc is angry and hurt. He's attracted to Nikko but he still loves Bran.
What to do?
I really enjoyed this three part series. Loved, loved, loved Jerome who a secondary character that I couldn't help, yeh you guessed it-love. How much would it really suck to be the son of Lucifer when you are trying to carve out a life of your own. What will Daddy do to get you come back "home"? What you do to come back to the one you love?
Luc Hellbourne is the son for Lucifer. The young 5th son and the only one who was born with a soul. Luc's lover of 20 years, werewolf alpha Bran, wants to have pups and has a bonding ceremony with a female. Luc, crushed and heart broken, leaves the pack and meets vampire master Nikko. Nikko feels that Luc is his mate and sets about claiming him.
But there is a problem, Bran's wolf rejects the female and goes in search of his mate, Luc. Luc is angry and hurt. He's attracted to Nikko but he still loves Bran.
What to do?
I really enjoyed this three part series. Loved, loved, loved Jerome who a secondary character that I couldn't help, yeh you guessed it-love. How much would it really suck to be the son of Lucifer when you are trying to carve out a life of your own. What will Daddy do to get you come back "home"? What you do to come back to the one you love?
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February 20, 2012
(I am re-reading some of my very early forays into the M/M genre to see how they hold up)
Lucifer Hellbourne, son of the devil, is gorgeous and fey which means he’s delectable to vampires. He’s also just been dumped by his long-time alpha were lover and is drowning his sorrows in Nikko’s bar. Nikko, alpha vamp of all vamps, desires him at first site and bite. There is a face off between the two alphas for Luc and so it goes.
This did not hold up as well to a second read, the syntax was odd and there were too many grammar and vocabulary errors. For example: “Luc decided now was the time to slack his thirst.” I’m used to “slake” but I don’t think this was an attempt at archaic speech. The ending is abrupt, you must buy the sequel to continue the story.
What saves this read is Luc. Pampered, cocky and insouciant, he is at times sure and strong and at others submissive, simpering and swishy. He likes sparkly things and big alpha males. He was lots of fun.
3.5 stars (down from 5 stars)
Lucifer Hellbourne, son of the devil, is gorgeous and fey which means he’s delectable to vampires. He’s also just been dumped by his long-time alpha were lover and is drowning his sorrows in Nikko’s bar. Nikko, alpha vamp of all vamps, desires him at first site and bite. There is a face off between the two alphas for Luc and so it goes.
This did not hold up as well to a second read, the syntax was odd and there were too many grammar and vocabulary errors. For example: “Luc decided now was the time to slack his thirst.” I’m used to “slake” but I don’t think this was an attempt at archaic speech. The ending is abrupt, you must buy the sequel to continue the story.
What saves this read is Luc. Pampered, cocky and insouciant, he is at times sure and strong and at others submissive, simpering and swishy. He likes sparkly things and big alpha males. He was lots of fun.
3.5 stars (down from 5 stars)
February 28, 2016
This book was included in my ebook flatrate, and I was curious when I read the storyline. I did somehow enjoy it, there are nice ideas, it is often funny and was a nice read. I would give it 3 stars, nice to read and forgotten immediately once finished.
However I am really not sure what I would think if I had actually bought the book. Yes the story is fun, but it also is rather strange and often really, really unbelievable- even if you have no problem with shifters, vampires or faes performing magic tricks. I also think, there are too many mates for the main character, besides his ex who wants him back and his new vampire mate he also bonds to another vampire as well as an old friend from hell. From time to time it just gets too much and feels rather ridiculous.
If you like weird stories with funny plots you might enjoy it, but I decided to skip the series and look for something a little more serious!
However I am really not sure what I would think if I had actually bought the book. Yes the story is fun, but it also is rather strange and often really, really unbelievable- even if you have no problem with shifters, vampires or faes performing magic tricks. I also think, there are too many mates for the main character, besides his ex who wants him back and his new vampire mate he also bonds to another vampire as well as an old friend from hell. From time to time it just gets too much and feels rather ridiculous.
If you like weird stories with funny plots you might enjoy it, but I decided to skip the series and look for something a little more serious!
July 12, 2011
Amber Kell is one of my "guilty pleasure" authors. Some of her stuff is short and some of her stories involve a little WTF but they are always fun. I like her sassy characters and the fact that even when one of the men is physically weaker than the other, the relationships are balanced out by magical ability, creativity, intelligence or a combination of the three.
Hellbourne is a good example. The main character isn't some wimpy guy who is willing to put up with his boyfriend jilting him for *gasp* a girl! He has enough self respect to walk.
The story moves along quickly and at times there were more side characters than I cared to keep track of but in the end I enjoyed the ride thoroughly and I look forward to the next book in the series.
Hellbourne is a good example. The main character isn't some wimpy guy who is willing to put up with his boyfriend jilting him for *gasp* a girl! He has enough self respect to walk.
The story moves along quickly and at times there were more side characters than I cared to keep track of but in the end I enjoyed the ride thoroughly and I look forward to the next book in the series.
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October 21, 2010I may add more to this later, but for now I'm having trouble writing down my thoughts without spoilers. Overall, the world in this story had great potential, but I was disappointed that there was no romance or HEA/HFN, just lust. This story feels like the first few chapters to a bigger work rather than a stand alone book.
For a M/M romance, I'd give this two stars. If it had been categorized as urban fantasy, then four.
Update
I read the collection of all three Hellbourne stories (Hellbourne) and it works much better as one larger story.
For a M/M romance, I'd give this two stars. If it had been categorized as urban fantasy, then four.
Update
I read the collection of all three Hellbourne stories (Hellbourne) and it works much better as one larger story.
June 11, 2011
A great paranormal m/m romance... with some REALLY good character descriptions. I just started to get get to know them. I think the couple of books by Amber Kell are all like that where the people/s are so well developed - yet I don't have to wade through chapters to get to know them.
This one brings us to the demonic side of paranormal and I guess I have to admit that it's a nice break from shifter/vamp stuff..
This one brings us to the demonic side of paranormal and I guess I have to admit that it's a nice break from shifter/vamp stuff..
July 20, 2011
Seriously, the son of the Devil? Not just any son but an all out "good guy" gay son of the devil. I was so sad when the alpha wolf dumped him for a woman. So I was glad he hooked up with the vampire. This woman comes up with some serious plot lines so do not be fooled by my previous spoilers. For such a short story it has major twists. I did not read the edition posted here I bought the new release.
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February 23, 2011
I really enjoy Amber Kell's writing. The only thing that stopped this story from having a higher rating of 4 was the large number of editing errors that kept pulling me out of the story. Still, well worth the read, and (!) I hear she's coming out with a freshly polished, more throughly edited version soon!!
February 25, 2014
Well..at least Luc only seems to be submissive when it suits him. He sure didn't have a problem saving Jerrod and telling Nikko he couldn't be with him due to his ruthlessness. I kinda like him. He still seems to be too damn good and sweet to be Satan's son tho.
Abrupt ending. I advise acquiring the other books before reading this one.
Abrupt ending. I advise acquiring the other books before reading this one.
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February 26, 2011
Vampires, and Weres, and a half Demon/half Fae - oh my! What a cast of characters in this delightful series which is really one book broken into three segments. That means you'll have to check out the remainder of my review in each of the next two installments as well!!
April 13, 2009
3.5 out of 5 stars
May 11, 2010
Demons, Fea, Werewolves, and Vampires all show up in this story. It sort of reminded me a little of LKH Anita Blake series.
October 22, 2010
Loved the book. I bought book 2 and 3 right after I finished. I guess the only thing I would say it that it was too short and ended abruptly.
August 3, 2010
What a great short one! Luc is a fascinating character. I can't wait to read more about him in the next book.
December 1, 2010
3.5 stars.
May 25, 2011
Fucking hilarious! I love Lucifer Hellbourne. One fierce fae.
"Don't fall for me beautiful. I'm all about headache."
Laughed through the whole thing. Off to read the next installment.
"Don't fall for me beautiful. I'm all about headache."
Laughed through the whole thing. Off to read the next installment.
March 26, 2011
3,5 Stars for Hellbourne 1-3.
the 1/2 star addition is for the minor pairings on the end of book 3, love them ^^
the 1/2 star addition is for the minor pairings on the end of book 3, love them ^^
October 30, 2011
A nice short story.
August 15, 2021
things are just getting interesting.
April 10, 2017
Wow. Originally wanted to put 4 stars, but upon finishing the book? It's a definite 5*.
I can't remember the last time I read a book with such an incredible story. Smart and refreshing, funny and touching, and dark and sexy in the right places. <3
I can't remember the last time I read a book with such an incredible story. Smart and refreshing, funny and touching, and dark and sexy in the right places. <3
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