Monday, November 17, 2014

Chained by Night by Larissa Ione

Series: Moonbound Clan Vampires #2
 400 p.
Publisher: Pocket Books
Published: Sept. 30, 14
Source: From publisher for review
THE FUTURE OF HIS TRIBELeader of the vampire clan MoonBound, Hunter will do what he must to save his people from extinction - or worse, a torturous eternity as vampire slaves and subjects of human experimentation. To keep his enemies at bay, he has agreed to mate a rival clan leader's daughter in return for peace between the clans and an ally in the looming war with the humans. 
THE LOVER OF HIS SOULBut survival comes at a price. First, Hunter must break an ancient curse by successfully negotiating three deadly tests. Then he must resist the searing passions of the gorgeous vampire warrior he despises but is bound to mate. Will Hunter stay true to his word? Or will he risk everything for the woman he really loves: the vampire seductress's identical twin sister?
My thoughts:
I really enjoyed the first book so I had to have this one. It is about Hunter, the leader of the Moonbound clan. We also get a bigger glimpse into the lore in this world. And while this is PNR, there is enough action and worldbuilding to satisfy most UF readers. And yes, there is enough sizzle to satisfy the romance crowd as well.

I think the characterizations were what I really enjoyed the most in this book. I liked Aylin and how her instinct for survival made her the strongest of the group. I also liked that her sister was the negative to her character. I think there will be a lot of growth there in the coming books (and yes, sign me up for them all!). Although Hunter paled a bit to Aylin in this book he was still what really sizzled in the pages. Yea, he put the rawr in PN-rawr.. (stop staring at me like I lost my mind. I swear I never had it to begin with!)

In all seriousness, I give this book 4 1/2 stars. I really enjoyed my time in this world and I cannot wait to get back to it. I am hoping we get a Myne book soon and it looks like that may be the case. He is one vamp that I want to have a HEA... even if it is hard won. I recommend this series to those that enjoy action with their romance.

21 comments:

  1. Oh I need this series so dang bad! I love her books but havent tried these yet. Yay for it being so blasted awesome! So happy to see that :D

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  2. I love, love, LOVE all things Larissa Ione, she's such a talented author! Unfortunately, I haven't found the time for this series yet, I'm still working my way through her Lords of Deliverance, but SOON.

    Carmel @ Rabid Reads

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    1. I need to read that series. I think I will love LoD a lot. :)

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  3. Ah! I still need to read the first book Melissa! I definitely like action with my romance, so I have little doubt this will be a good series for me:)

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  4. I hadn't heard of this series or this author before but you've got me intrigued Melissa! Just the fact that you loved this sequel and it's both an action and a romance has me intrigued! Lovely review!

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  5. I liked the first one, though I didn't love it...still, I'm more than willing to continue because I have faith (and now have your review!).

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    1. I enjoyed it, but I tend to tread lightly in this genre. I hope you enjoy it!

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  6. I keep meaning to start this series but I always forget - what with the 100's of other books I need to read! lol

    Karen @ For What It's Worth

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  7. I had missed that she had started a new sries

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  8. I have the first book to review and still haven't gotten to it. I have long been wanting to read a book this author. Will I ever catch up and do it?

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  9. Oh Melissa..i so need to read these..it sounds like my kind of read!

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  10. I also have the first book and it's sitting unread. Not enough time. :( Glad the second book rocked!

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  11. One day I'll have to try a book by this author, I hear a lot about her. We even have mane in French.

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  12. Sounds like it got the balance between romance and action right. Alas, I'm afraid this isn't a series that appeals to me though I know the author comes highly recommended.

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  13. I've heard so many great things about Larissa Ione, but sadly, I still haven't read any of her books. I must rectify that and soon, this sounds amazing, especially the characterization.

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  14. Sounds pretty good. It has been a while since I read a pnr.

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  15. I haven't read any of her books yet, though I might have one or two. I'm glad you mention that there's enough action for us UF readers. :)

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