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Gods of Midnight #4
Red Mortal
Leonidas has long led his fellow immortal warriors in battle with quiet, unyielding strength. But when Daphne, Oracle of Delphi, confesses to having loved him from afar, Leo finds his stoic shell breaking away. Just as their love ignites, Daphne's half-brother Ares strips Leonidas of his immortality. Now, it's just a matter of time before Leonidas is taken from her-unless they can find a way to challenge Ares together.
359 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published February 23, 2011
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Deidre Knight
22 books427 followersDeidre Knight is a literary agent, mom, wife, novelist and southern woman, and proud to answer to all of these titles. Before she founded The Knight Agency in 1996, Deidre worked behind the camera in movies and television. During the thirteen years since she launched her literary agency, she has grown The Knight Agency to national prominence, shepherding authors on to every major bestseller list. With agency sales of more than 1,000 titles to major publishers, a large percentage of which are in the categories of romance and women’s fiction, Deidre has established a reputation for discovering vivid and unique storytellers and is considered an industry expert on the hot trend of paranormal fiction. Writing in that genre, she creates fresh characters and strong, emotional storylines. As an author Deidre has been described not only as “outstanding” and “emotionally evocative,” but also as having “tremendous verve and a great knack for character and smart scenes.” Deidre’s innovative novels have been nominated for a plethora of accolades including the PEARL, the PRISM, the NOR, the JABIC and the STRCA.
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July 22, 2016
King Leo and Daphne have finally declared their love and have planned to spend their loves together. Yet evil God Ares wants Daphne (his half-sister) for himself and refuses to let Leo have her so he makes Leo mortal and ages him to quicken his death. Ares, thinking that once Leo is gone, Daphne will turn to him...as if. So instead of trying to cram a lifetime of love in the little time remaining, Daphne runs back to Olympus leaving Leo heart-broken again.
When I finished Red Demon I was looking forward to reading King Leonidas' story but what a boring trite start. I had the hardest time reading this book, I found that I just didn't care what happened to either Leo or Daphne. She's a simpering idiot and he's clearly lost his ever-loving mind. WTH happened to the fierce Spartan warrior he used to be? I put this book down after 49 pages and read 3 others and then forced myself to pick it up again since I needed and "R" book for a challenge (otherwise I would have given up). Around page 66 I found a reason to keep reading, Sable and Sophie. Sable is a djinn who is now a centaur (cursed by Ares of course). Sophie is an empathic healer who has fallen in love with Sable. The battle between good and evil rages strong in him though he is trying to leave the darkness for Sophie. Thankfully, their romance stole the spotlight from Leo and Daphne (at least for me) and allowed me to give a damn and finish this book. I love Deidre Knight's books but this one just didn't do it for me.
When I finished Red Demon I was looking forward to reading King Leonidas' story but what a boring trite start. I had the hardest time reading this book, I found that I just didn't care what happened to either Leo or Daphne. She's a simpering idiot and he's clearly lost his ever-loving mind. WTH happened to the fierce Spartan warrior he used to be? I put this book down after 49 pages and read 3 others and then forced myself to pick it up again since I needed and "R" book for a challenge (otherwise I would have given up). Around page 66 I found a reason to keep reading, Sable and Sophie. Sable is a djinn who is now a centaur (cursed by Ares of course). Sophie is an empathic healer who has fallen in love with Sable. The battle between good and evil rages strong in him though he is trying to leave the darkness for Sophie. Thankfully, their romance stole the spotlight from Leo and Daphne (at least for me) and allowed me to give a damn and finish this book. I love Deidre Knight's books but this one just didn't do it for me.
April 20, 2021
3+ stars
February 23, 2022
A wonderful conclusion to the books
Loved this book and all the others in this series. Ms Knight weaves a wonderful tale. Cant wait to read more of her work.
Loved this book and all the others in this series. Ms Knight weaves a wonderful tale. Cant wait to read more of her work.
April 5, 2011
Red Mortal by Deidre Knight
Paranormal Romance -April 5th, 2011
4 ½ stars
Red Mortal is the final, marvelous installment of the Gods of Midnight paranormal series. I love the hunky immortal Spartan heroes. This story can be read by itself but because many characters return it would be best appreciated by reading the prior books in order. This is an epic romance because it includes the highly anticipated romance between the goddess Daphne (the Oracle of Delphi), and the noble and King of the Spartans, King Leonidas.
In this book, the two star crossed lovers were kept apart by the fact that Daphne was never able to appear visible to the noble King even as she longed for him from afar. Now he finally has the ability to see her and he is just as smitten by her as she is by him. But Daphne's brother, Ares, the God of War is jealous. Even though she is his sister he wants her for himself. As punishment, Ares removes Leonidas's immortality. Daphne hopes to prevent Leonidas from aging by staying away from him. Leonidas is hurt by her long absence but thankfully Daphne cannot help herself from staying away. They hope to find a cure but after failed attempts Leonidas turns away from Daphne. He doesn't want her to see him suffer and waste away. Will they ever find a cure? With a conspirator working for Ares in their ranks, it looks grim.
This story has high drama as the star crossed lovers finally find love only to have it ripped apart by petty jealousy. I really wanted them to be together. I loved the stoic and honorable King and anxiously turned the pages as I hoped he could find a cure in time. The author really ratchets up the tension as Daphne and Leonidas try to find help and are disappointed again and again. This is a very romantic book that lovers of books like Romeo and Juliet will especially enjoy. The main characters time together is limited and because of this it is very poignant to read. The only thing about this story that didn't make sense to me was why the Goddess, Daphne seemed so ineffectual. I kept hoping she would have more powers to help Leonidas. I really did feel her love and longing for Leonidas but although she is supposedly immortal for some reason she didn't seem as mature as he was. Still, this was an exciting book brimming with emotion and several very intriguing characters.
I totally rooted for the doomed couple and was so happy they had finally found each other, a very satisfying paranormal romance for readers who love star crossed lovers.
Reviewed by Steph from the Bookaholics Romance Book Club
Paranormal Romance -April 5th, 2011
4 ½ stars
Red Mortal is the final, marvelous installment of the Gods of Midnight paranormal series. I love the hunky immortal Spartan heroes. This story can be read by itself but because many characters return it would be best appreciated by reading the prior books in order. This is an epic romance because it includes the highly anticipated romance between the goddess Daphne (the Oracle of Delphi), and the noble and King of the Spartans, King Leonidas.
In this book, the two star crossed lovers were kept apart by the fact that Daphne was never able to appear visible to the noble King even as she longed for him from afar. Now he finally has the ability to see her and he is just as smitten by her as she is by him. But Daphne's brother, Ares, the God of War is jealous. Even though she is his sister he wants her for himself. As punishment, Ares removes Leonidas's immortality. Daphne hopes to prevent Leonidas from aging by staying away from him. Leonidas is hurt by her long absence but thankfully Daphne cannot help herself from staying away. They hope to find a cure but after failed attempts Leonidas turns away from Daphne. He doesn't want her to see him suffer and waste away. Will they ever find a cure? With a conspirator working for Ares in their ranks, it looks grim.
This story has high drama as the star crossed lovers finally find love only to have it ripped apart by petty jealousy. I really wanted them to be together. I loved the stoic and honorable King and anxiously turned the pages as I hoped he could find a cure in time. The author really ratchets up the tension as Daphne and Leonidas try to find help and are disappointed again and again. This is a very romantic book that lovers of books like Romeo and Juliet will especially enjoy. The main characters time together is limited and because of this it is very poignant to read. The only thing about this story that didn't make sense to me was why the Goddess, Daphne seemed so ineffectual. I kept hoping she would have more powers to help Leonidas. I really did feel her love and longing for Leonidas but although she is supposedly immortal for some reason she didn't seem as mature as he was. Still, this was an exciting book brimming with emotion and several very intriguing characters.
I totally rooted for the doomed couple and was so happy they had finally found each other, a very satisfying paranormal romance for readers who love star crossed lovers.
Reviewed by Steph from the Bookaholics Romance Book Club
February 3, 2011
Leonidas has long led his fellow immortal warriors in battle with quiet, unyielding strength. But when Daphne, Oracle of Delphi, confesses to having loved him from afar, Leo finds his stoic shell breaking away. Just as their love ignites, Daphne's half-brother Ares strips Leonidas of his immortality. Now, it's just a matter of time before Leonidas is taken from her-unless they can find a way to challenge Ares together.
March 27, 2011
This is supposed to be the series wrap up and a two-fer The no longer immortal King Leonides and Oracle Daphne, plus the demon centaur Sable and the kind hearted empath/healer Sophia star.
More to come after the release date including my star rating, but I liked the Sable/Sophia parts better than the Leo/Daphne ones - his angstiness got repetitious. There is a great big happily ever after epilog for the whole gang though.
More to come after the release date including my star rating, but I liked the Sable/Sophia parts better than the Leo/Daphne ones - his angstiness got repetitious. There is a great big happily ever after epilog for the whole gang though.
April 18, 2011
I don't think I've cried so much since I watched Gone With the Wind! This book was amazing! A true LOVE story! The story of the power of love, all kinds of love, paternal, familial, romantic. How love can change the very nature of a man from evil to good, how it can overcome any obstacle. How LOVE is what makes life worth living! So sorry this was the last book in the series, but what a send off! Deidre you touched my heart! Thank you for this wonderful story
April 8, 2011
This book is an awesome end to a wonderful series. I can honestly say I was sorry to see it end. But I was thrilled that she gave us a true epilogue and allowed us to glimpse the happy endings for the couples we've so deeply fallen in love with. MY only problem is we never saw what the future looked like for Straton or Kalias... is there maybe a novella is our future telling all about them?
August 11, 2011
I'm glad that Leo and Daphne finally got their story. Although it took me several weeks to read this, it was by no means the book's fault. (I found work getting in the way of my reading!)
The entire time I read this series, I kept thinking about the movie 300. Now that I've finished the book, I'm probably going to have to put the movie in again to drool over.
The entire time I read this series, I kept thinking about the movie 300. Now that I've finished the book, I'm probably going to have to put the movie in again to drool over.
January 23, 2013
Decent book to read, but if I had limited time, I would pass it up for others. I think mostly because the author hits one of my major irritations in romance books. She keeps stressing and stressing about how the female protagonists are virgins and just "so innocent". It just bothers me. Otherwise, fun book, but not a great book.
September 4, 2011
This was the first book of Deidre Knight's that I've read. It definitely won't be the last. I loved it! I was sad, however, realize that it was the end of the series, now I'll just have to find the rest of the books to see how each of the characters found their spouses. Excellent read.
May 7, 2011
4.5 stars:-)
August 22, 2011
Was sad to see this series end but it was all that I hoped it would be. I'll admit, I was more into the Sable story line than Leo's, but it all worked out nicely.
October 17, 2012
Could be better.
June 1, 2014
3.5 Stars!
July 6, 2016
just can't get into this family. lots of potential that just did not get reached for me.
September 18, 2011
it was amazing
November 26, 2017
best of the series Everyone gets their HEA, I especially loved Sophie and Sable. And Ares gets a well deserved comeuppance. I enjoyed it so much I plan on reading again after I make a dent in my TBR pile
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