Vengeance Born

Fun read

Light fun read. I enjoyed it, kept me entertained for a couple of hours.

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A Unique Blend of Paranormal Romance & Pure Fantasy

Annika is Na'Chi, a half-demon/half-human, and the daughter of the king of the demon world. She has been horribly abused and raised to believe that she is worthless. When Kalen, a Light Blade warrior, is captured and injured by her father's warriors she sees her only opportunity to escape. So, after healing Kalen, she offers to free him in exchange for his promise to lead her to the human world.

Most of the book takes place during their journey to the human world and it is here that Annika and Kalen learn to trust one another and begin to fall in love. I clicked with Annika immediately. Her plight touched my heart and I wanted desperately for her to escape her father and make it to the human world AND for Kalen to fall deeply in love with her. I loved Kalen instantly as well. He is my favorite type of hero: strong, noble, kind, funny. And their relationship developed slowly enough for me to enjoy the transition from tentative trust to love.

If I had a complaint at all, it would be regarding the point of view transition. The story is told from three different perspectives: Annika, Kalen, and another Na'Chi named Varian. Varian's narrative was usually condensed into his own chapter or section but the POV changes between Annika and Kalen would take place mid-scene. It was a little hard to get used to at first, but once I realized the pattern it was easier to follow along. This is of course just my personal preference.

Other than that, I really liked Vengeance Born. Kylie Griffin has created compelling characters and put them in a world that is protected by ultra-powerful Light Blade warriors and is on the brink of war with blood-sucking demons. It's a truly unique blend of paranormal romance and pure fantasy with enough elements of each to delight fans of either genre. I'm definitely hooked and can't wait for the next installment, Alliance Forged, which is due out in July.

Recommended to fans of fantasy and paranormal romance.

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"Vengeance Born" is an excellent fantasy romance. The

"Vengeance Born" is an excellent fantasy romance. The plot is well-paced, the world well-built, and the characters sympathetic. Annika and Kalan are fully developed, and their romance actually makes sense; even better, Griffin gives them time to fall in love, rather than rushing them into a relationship. The existence of plenty secondary characters -- such as Kalan's sister Kymora -- promise future volumes. Additionally, "Vengeance Born" is unusual it that it has a fully realized thealogy. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a good fantasy romance, or a Goddess-oriented fantasy.

GREAT READ!

I loved the story. The author did a wonderful job bringing the characters to life. Look forward to reading the next book in the series. Highly recommend!

Nice surprise

I really enjoyed the book. I am already looking forward to the next one.

great book

This was a very good book I have already put the second book on my wish list

great book

I am glad I found this author, her book was very enjoyable and the good start to a new series I have put the second one on wishlist.