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The Blood Vine #1
Bound by Deception
To find a compatible mate, Anna will undergo the ancient blood-rite of her people. While she hopes that the outcome is a good one, she knows a love-match is only a remote possibility. Life and death hang in the balance and she, alone, must choose her destiny. She draws upon all her courage to complete this duty but is unaware of the underlying deception which will change her fate entirely. Once her mate is revealed, her shock is replaced by an all-consuming passion.
Dimitri is starving for Anna, his hunger is relentless. Burning desire unfolds between them. His blood-lust flares out of control and combines with the overwhelming need to claim her in every way he can. Danger lurks in the shadows, though, and a spurned male waits for his revenge.
Dimitri has to win Anna’s heart and protect her from the menacing threat because he can’t survive without her. Through any means necessary, he must make sure nothing stands in the way of their bonding.
Anna is his blood-mate and he will never, let anything or anyone take her from him.
Dimitri is starving for Anna, his hunger is relentless. Burning desire unfolds between them. His blood-lust flares out of control and combines with the overwhelming need to claim her in every way he can. Danger lurks in the shadows, though, and a spurned male waits for his revenge.
Dimitri has to win Anna’s heart and protect her from the menacing threat because he can’t survive without her. Through any means necessary, he must make sure nothing stands in the way of their bonding.
Anna is his blood-mate and he will never, let anything or anyone take her from him.
40 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2009
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About the author
Christa Paige
12 books339 followersOnce upon a time Romance author of PNR and contemporary romance. Still published with old school Regency romance. Huge dark romance reader. ARC reader in dark romance. Currently working on a dark romance version of the Kan Asma Vampires from my original novel series!
The Blood-Vine was published by Liquid Silver Publishing, Kissin' Cops was published by Liquid Silver Publishing, Kan Asma Vampires was published by Hartwood Publishing.
Sophie’s Rogues currently published with Harper Collins. A Christmas Caroline previously with EC: Cotillion is out as an Indie both co-written with the incredibly talented Vivien Jackson.
The Blood-Vine was published by Liquid Silver Publishing, Kissin' Cops was published by Liquid Silver Publishing, Kan Asma Vampires was published by Hartwood Publishing.
Sophie’s Rogues currently published with Harper Collins. A Christmas Caroline previously with EC: Cotillion is out as an Indie both co-written with the incredibly talented Vivien Jackson.
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November 14, 2010
I won a copy of this book At The Romance Reviews and for that I wish to thank the site and the author Christa Paige who was kind and generous enough to send me not only "Bound By Deception" but also "Bound By Rebellion", although I had only won the first book!
Thank you!
The book is only 41 pages long, so I had the pleasure of reading this at work on my break! Needless to say, I was hardly in the mood to work afterwards... I'd rather... *censored*
The book follows Anna, member of a special race/tribe of people who had underwent a genetic mutation in the past and they now are what we would call "Vampires", although in this "mythology" vampires don't seem malevolent and are persecuted by humans.
In their society, every woman mature to breed must choose a life mate from the ones who wish to claim her. Anna, is lucky enough to have three. She doesn't know who they are, though, and she must choose without seeing but from the cup of their blood they present her with. She is free to smell and examine the cup, but she is not to drink from any of them, because drinking means that this is which she chooses. Let alone the fact, that if she makes a bad choice there's a chance that she will perish because her mate is not genetically compatible.
Naturally, Anna is overwhelmed by the significance of this and when her brother makes a suggestion that she should choose the second one, she does just that and drinks from the second cup. What she doesn't know though, is that the blood belongs to Dimitri. A man she had always wanted, but had given up on because he was much older and a player.
This might sound pretty typical, banter-kind-of-love, but let me tell you, it is not.
The writer manages a superb and very enjoyable description of feelings and emotions and it made it a delight to read.
Anna is vulnerable but strong, she is not afraid to speak her mind and that's always good in a heroine and Dimitri is your typical Alpha male, strong, brave, kind of cocky, but very much in love with her and tending to her needs. All her needs, if you know what I mean! ;)
Their attraction is undeniable (and sizzling hot), but there's always people who don't wish their happiness, namely Sergei and it is amazing how complete this felt despite its shortness.
Not that I would mind reading more of them. On the contrary!!
Needless to say that I'm SO reading the next one on the series asap!
Their love scene must be the best and most realistic scene I have ever read and I was craving chocolate after reading this! *g*
Good thing, I always have extra chocolate in my office. XD
Notable scene: Trailing her gaze up, she looked at his neck. Couldn’t take her eyes off the way his
throat worked with some kind of emotion. She realized he held the reaction perilously
under control. That same wildness she had sensed during the ceremony remained within
him still. Sliding her tongue out, she moistened her dry lips, recalling what he tasted like.
If she were to drink from him again, right now, would he be as enjoyable in the flesh?
Verdict: A short and gripping read, sexy and heart-warming. Totally recommended to anyone.
Rating: 4.5 Stars
Thank you!
The book is only 41 pages long, so I had the pleasure of reading this at work on my break! Needless to say, I was hardly in the mood to work afterwards... I'd rather... *censored*
The book follows Anna, member of a special race/tribe of people who had underwent a genetic mutation in the past and they now are what we would call "Vampires", although in this "mythology" vampires don't seem malevolent and are persecuted by humans.
In their society, every woman mature to breed must choose a life mate from the ones who wish to claim her. Anna, is lucky enough to have three. She doesn't know who they are, though, and she must choose without seeing but from the cup of their blood they present her with. She is free to smell and examine the cup, but she is not to drink from any of them, because drinking means that this is which she chooses. Let alone the fact, that if she makes a bad choice there's a chance that she will perish because her mate is not genetically compatible.
Naturally, Anna is overwhelmed by the significance of this and when her brother makes a suggestion that she should choose the second one, she does just that and drinks from the second cup. What she doesn't know though, is that the blood belongs to Dimitri. A man she had always wanted, but had given up on because he was much older and a player.
This might sound pretty typical, banter-kind-of-love, but let me tell you, it is not.
The writer manages a superb and very enjoyable description of feelings and emotions and it made it a delight to read.
Anna is vulnerable but strong, she is not afraid to speak her mind and that's always good in a heroine and Dimitri is your typical Alpha male, strong, brave, kind of cocky, but very much in love with her and tending to her needs. All her needs, if you know what I mean! ;)
Their attraction is undeniable (and sizzling hot), but there's always people who don't wish their happiness, namely Sergei and it is amazing how complete this felt despite its shortness.
Not that I would mind reading more of them. On the contrary!!
Needless to say that I'm SO reading the next one on the series asap!
Their love scene must be the best and most realistic scene I have ever read and I was craving chocolate after reading this! *g*
Good thing, I always have extra chocolate in my office. XD
Notable scene: Trailing her gaze up, she looked at his neck. Couldn’t take her eyes off the way his
throat worked with some kind of emotion. She realized he held the reaction perilously
under control. That same wildness she had sensed during the ceremony remained within
him still. Sliding her tongue out, she moistened her dry lips, recalling what he tasted like.
If she were to drink from him again, right now, would he be as enjoyable in the flesh?
Verdict: A short and gripping read, sexy and heart-warming. Totally recommended to anyone.
Rating: 4.5 Stars
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 17, 2010
In order to find a compatible mate, Anna undergoes the ancient blood-rite of her people. She is shocked to learn that her brother has interfered with the process and can’t be sure that Dimitri is her true mate. However, soon Anna realizes that her desire for Dimitri is unstoppable and the two come together in an explosion of passion. Waiting in the wings is a dangerous male who feels that Anna is his to claim. Will Dimitri be able to complete the bonding and protect his beloved Anna in time?
It’s always a bit tough going backwards and read an earlier story in a book series, but not in this case. In Bound by Rebellion, main characters Luke and Kat discuss Anna (Luke’s sister) and Dimitri and the situation that surrounds their story. Reading Bound by Deception filled in several details and completed the background picture for me.
Anna and Dimitri’s story is sexy, quick-paced and exciting. Although not as well-developed as the second Blood-Vine book, it provides greater detail on the origins of the Kan Asma people and the blood-rite mating process, which proved very interesting. Anna and Dimitri are sizzling and their story is a good one. I recommend this short-length book and suggest you read it before reading Bound by Rebellion, but as I discovered, it isn’t necessary.
My rating: 3.5 stars.
It’s always a bit tough going backwards and read an earlier story in a book series, but not in this case. In Bound by Rebellion, main characters Luke and Kat discuss Anna (Luke’s sister) and Dimitri and the situation that surrounds their story. Reading Bound by Deception filled in several details and completed the background picture for me.
Anna and Dimitri’s story is sexy, quick-paced and exciting. Although not as well-developed as the second Blood-Vine book, it provides greater detail on the origins of the Kan Asma people and the blood-rite mating process, which proved very interesting. Anna and Dimitri are sizzling and their story is a good one. I recommend this short-length book and suggest you read it before reading Bound by Rebellion, but as I discovered, it isn’t necessary.
My rating: 3.5 stars.
February 22, 2012
Anna is about to go through the ancient mating ritual of her people. She must pick from three goblets, one will hold the blood of her destined mate. However, if she picks the wrong goblet, it may kill her. What she doesn’t realize is that her brother and his best friend have rigged the ritual in the friend’s favor.
Dimitri wants Anna more than she can ever imagine and he’s willing to do anything to claim her. Anna doesn’t take the news of his deception well. Will Anna and Dimitri be Bound By Deception or will they bind themselves with love?
Bound By Deception is a unique paranormal novella. I like the world created by Christa Paige. I thought the ritual was fascinating and intense. The Blood-Vine world that Anna and Dimitri live in is archaic looking at first glance but there is something so sexy about it. Bound By Deception is a fast and sexy read and I am anticipating book two in The Blood-Vine series.
Reviewed by Miranda
For Joyfully Reviewed
Dimitri wants Anna more than she can ever imagine and he’s willing to do anything to claim her. Anna doesn’t take the news of his deception well. Will Anna and Dimitri be Bound By Deception or will they bind themselves with love?
Bound By Deception is a unique paranormal novella. I like the world created by Christa Paige. I thought the ritual was fascinating and intense. The Blood-Vine world that Anna and Dimitri live in is archaic looking at first glance but there is something so sexy about it. Bound By Deception is a fast and sexy read and I am anticipating book two in The Blood-Vine series.
Reviewed by Miranda
For Joyfully Reviewed
March 31, 2010
The first book in the Blood Vine series was fabulous. I can't wait to meet the other Kan Asma characters. Put me down as a big fan!
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