Surrender the Dark [Mass Market Paperback]

I've finished "Surrender the Dark" the 1st book in her new series by L.A. Banks.

Product Description

National bestselling author L.A. Banks’s electrifying new paranormal series is set in a sizzling world where Dark and Light are trapped in an eternal struggle for the fate of mankind.

Celeste Jackson has fought all her life against a fog of hallucination and substance abuse, but it’s not until she meets her protector, Azrael, an angel who has left the safety of the Light, that she learns of the evil forces that have been trying to ruin her, and why. A fierce battle for control of the mortal realm is brewing, and only Celeste — with the help of the Remnant, her half-human, half-angel brethren — can stand in the way. Together, Celeste and Azrael must gather an army of sensitives to defeat the dark powers that have ruled humanity for centuries, but time is running out. If Azrael surrenders to his growing desire for Celeste, he risks being trapped among humanity forever. But the longer he stays, the harder she is to resist. To save the world, Celeste must draw on her own dark experiences with addiction to help Azrael overcome the one temptation that could possibly make him an eternal prisoner — his obsession with her.

Product Details
Mass Market Paperback: 400 pages
Publisher: Pocket (March 29, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9781451607789
ISBN-13: 978-1451607789

My Review:

This book is quite different then I have read before because the heroine was a recovering addict and victim of physical abuse and seeing the truly damaged character transform into a tough-as-nails ass-kicking heroine was fun.

It was quite painful to see how the heroine was treated and the environment she lived in at the beginning of the book.

The characters were well written and you got to know them and the storyline was top notch.

Azrael was quite a hoot because he's not familiar with our food and things we normally do.  The things and stuff he does is so funny!

3.5/5

Thanks Maylene from Simon and Schuster Canada for sending me this book to review, greatly appreciated!

Left for Undead: A Crimson Moon Novel [Mass Market Paperback]

I've finished "Left for Undead" the 6th and last book in her Crimson Moon series by L.A. Banks.

Product Description

Secret government operative Sasha Trudeau earned a long vacation with her lover and fellow Shadow Wolf, Hunter, after the brutal wolf-like attacks that left New Orleans in an uproar. But when her team calls with news of vampire slayings, Sasha knows it’s only a matter of time before another war breaks out among the supernatural denizens of the world …

The vampires are nobody’s ally, but the cold-hearted deaths of their own kind make them even more bloodthirsty than usual. But who is the culprit? With the Seelie and Unseelie courts claiming innocence and aligning together, Sasha’s team is at a loss. Until they discover that they’re facing ancient creatures from the depths of hell itself, bent on unleashing pure fury …

Product Details
Mass Market Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks; First Edition edition (September 28, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0312943024
ISBN-13: 978-0312943028

My Review:

I really liked how L.A. Banks gave a happy ending for all of her characters. Hunter is more possessive and protective of Sasha but he has finally come to terms about his mate's relationship with his brother. His step-brother (Shogun) has taken steps towards his future and finding happiness. Sasha has grown stronger and finally seems at peace with her decision about her life and mate. There is no longer any lasting tension between Shogun, Sasha and Hunter. Sasha's extended family and team are all safe and stronger than ever. All real issues are resolved and Banks even offers a glimpse into their futures.

I'm sad that this is the last book in the series since it was getting really good!

3.5/5

Undead on Arrival (Crimson Moon, Book 3) (Mass Market Paperback)

I've just finished reading "Undead on Arrival" the 3rd book in her Crimson Moon series by L.A. Banks.

Product Description

Just one month ago, secret government operative Sasha Trudeau thought she’d tasted victory. Orchestrating détente between the warring factions of the supernatural world had nearly cost her life—but it also opened the door to a future with Max Hunter, her mate and fellow Shadow Wolf.

Until now. A poisonous virus is wreaking havoc on Hunter’s immune system. And the passionate man who Sasha loves has become unpredictable, dangerous—and possibly deadly. When Hunter disappears the night a human is found ravaged, Sasha is thrust into a race against the clock to find the cure for her mate…and the traitor who’s determined to see them both dead.

My review:

I really enjoy reading this series but not as much as the Vampire Huntress ones which have sadly ended.

I like Sasha and Max together but I also like Shogun which rounds out the love triangle.  LOL!

4/5

The Shadows (Vampire Huntress Legends) (Paperback)

I've just finished reading "The Shadows" the 11th book in her Vampire Huntress series by L.A. Banks.

Product Description

In the newest Vampire Huntress novel from national bestselling author, L. A. Banks, more than vampires are coming out to play. . .

The Dark Realms are taking cover after an angel onslaught from On High. The Anti-Christ has been injured and the fourth Biblical seal has been broken. Yonnie and Val, a strange combination of a daywalker and an angel hybrid, have joined Damali and Carlos’s team. And the two new Council Level vamps, Elizabeth Bathory and Lucrezia Borgia, are still in recovery from their last mission.

Seething in the underworld is the Unnamed One, so furious that he's bringing the battle topside, unleashing a full-frontal assault on mankind for the offenses committed by the Vampire Huntress team. This time, Damali and Carlos must address serious human casualties and collateral damage...all while the vampire councilman, Nuit rebuilds Blood Music to become more than a record label, but a media brainwashing empire for the dark lord.

About the Author

L.A. BANKS is the author of the Vampire Huntress Legend series. She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business and a master’s in fine arts from Temple University. Banks considers herself a shape-shifter. She has written romance, women’s fiction, crime and suspense, and of course, dark vampire huntress lore. She lives with her daughter in an undisclosed lair somewhere in Philadelphia. You can visit her at www.vampire-huntress.com or crimsonmoonnovels.com