Rise of the Fallen [NOOK Book]

Two and a half to three stars. Editing was good and the storyli

Two and a half to three stars. Editing was good and the storyline was excellent. What caused my lower reviews was that the m/f sex scenes were not as explicit as I like and the gay scene was more information than I wanted. Most authors will make a notation if there are gay situations present in the story to not merely warn persons who don't want books with those scenes but to also highlight them for persons who might enjoy them. In this book, it can be difficult to figure out who's straight, who's bi and who's gay. That makes it difficult to root for which characters should hook up in later books since even they can't even figure out what they are.

13 out of 15 people found this review helpful.

INCREDIBLE NEW FIND! Our Review, by LITERAL ADDICTION's Pack Al

INCREDIBLE NEW FIND!

Our Review, by LITERAL ADDICTION's Pack Alpha - Michelle L. Olson:

Generally I don't like to do the comparison thing, but I feel like I sort of have to here so people get a bit of a feel of what they'll be jumping into. ALL THE KINGS MEN is sort of like a subset of The Black Dagger Brotherhood, meets Alpha Pack, meets Brotherhood of Blood.

All the Kings Men is a group of warriors trained to fight rogue shapeshifters and other problematic preternaturals.

Micah is one of the strongest on the team, but he's had a rough run with his mates and is in a VERY bad place as the story begins. He's a complex, tortured, bad boy and if you like alpha males, you can't help but love him and feel for the guy.

Sam is one of those bad a** heroines that you love to love. She holds her own, looks out for others, is sexy, savvy and smart.

Her and Micah together are absolute dynamite! The sexual chemistry of these two literally jumps off of the page and you can't help but re-read sections because they are really...just...that...good!

The supporting cast was phenomenal as well. I personally cannot wait to find out more about Trace, the myserious self appointed guardian of Micah and best friend of the couple. There is so much more than meets the eye with him and I am so excited to find out what's up.

The bad guys in this tale were nasty. Diabolical in their scheming, ruthless in their pursuit, and utterly enjoyable to read.

If you haven't gotten the hint, I loved the book. I thought it was fantastic. My one problem was the ending because I am not a fan of the cliff-hanger and Donya was a dirty tease at the end of this book. The bonus is that I don't have to wait long for book #2 to find out what the heck happens. :)

LITERAL ADDICTION gives Rise of the Fallen 4 1/2 Skulls and would recommend it to Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance and all Alpha Male Vampire lovers. Definitely a great new find and I want to thank Jowanna at Pimpin' Reads for telling me I had to read it! :)

11 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

I bought this book on a recommendation from not one friend but t

I bought this book on a recommendation from not one friend but three. I must say that I did enjoy it very much. I love that the heroine is not some sappy woman. She is strong, determined and can kick some major butt. And what can you say about Micah. He is the bad boy that almost every girl wants in her bed. I am looking forward to seeing the next book in the series. I mean there has to be, she can't leave us wondering about Sev and Ari. And what about Trace? If you are reading this Mrs. Lynne, Please please give us another book or 10? Thanks!

6 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

A GraveTells Review: Alluring and compelling, I couldn't put it

A GraveTells Review: Alluring and compelling, I couldn't put it down!

Hot. Lethal. Vampire. That's Micah, our sexy, brooding, complicated hero. Not only is he powerful, one of the oldest of his kind, he's got a good heart and his needs run deep. His character is beautifully crafted by Ms. Lynne; where as he could easily have come across as selfish and violently overindulgent, a turn-off to be sure, each chapter brings surprises and I loved watching his personality bloom.

His mate, Samantha, is on the run from an abusive husband and working as a very successful stripper at a local joint. She's ex-army, so she knows her way around the business end of a weapon, and she's kind and sharp-witted. Sometimes it's hard to like the heroines paired with our favorite (usually damaged) heroes, but I was Team Samantha all the way. The connection between Micah and Sam is quick and dirty, and they have some smoking hot sex! I love that Ms. Lynne doesn't shy away from putting several open-door love scenes back to back... there's no wondering what happens "after" as the door is slammed shut on the reader. I can honestly say I don't think I've ever enjoyed knife foreplay before, but yowza! Well done!

There are also hints of BDSM and some m/m in the coming books and I found myself both not wanting to finish reading, I enjoyed the story so much, AND wanting to race to the next book in the series to get my fix....

Which brings me to the mysterious, endearingly vulnerable yet lethal vampire warrior called Trace. Is there anything sexier than a gorgeous, powerful man submitting to another strong male? Needing to be confined and feel the bite of pain? If you're a fan of Vishous from the BDB, Traceon is going to be just your style. He's the self-appointed guardian to one of the most lethal of the AKM enforcers and protects Micah as if he already serves him. Drool much?

Speaking of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, the vampires in All the King's Men are pretty similar: they can't abide sunlight, they must drink blood to survive, some of them have special abilities (like teleportation), they bond strongly with their mates, and they're practically walking arsenals with lethal fighting skills. Micah is one of the older vamps, so he's a pro with both his knives and his guns, and meeting a woman who knows how to handle his weapons (ah, no pun intended! :p) is a real turn on.

The secondary characters all stand out and practically beg for their own books. Its been a long time since a series has snagged my attention as thoroughly as the Black Dagger Brotherhood did, but All the King's Men has that distractingly addictive potential and this first story in the series holds nothing back.

Alluring and compelling, Rise of the Fallen is rich in story depth and likeable, flawed characters... men you can seriously get addicted to reading more about. Read at your own risk, because you just might find yourself wanting your very own Micah (and Trace)!

5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

Another vampire series hit

Micah works for AKM but is considered the renegade of the bunch--he won't follow orders and goes solo most of the time. When he loses his mate and goes off the grid for a few weeks, most of his department is thankful for the quiet. Sam is on the run from her abusive husband and off-grid is a survival necessity. She doesn't like stripping but, she no longer has the Army, and they pay cash. When she hears what sounds like a gang beating up someone, she has to save the guy. But a good deed never goes unpunished. Micah realizes that Sam's act of bravery may have saved his life, but she just put hers in harms way.

The vampires are the good guys and police the world against the drecks, in this vampire series. Once you figure out the terminology, major players, and rules of their world things are easy to follow. The characters are built well enough to like and there is enough variety in the plot to stay engaged during the whole book. However, there was so much more that could have been done, and I'm hoping those things will be picked up in subsequent books. The sex scenes are good, and there is one full M/M scene between two supporting characters. This was a good start to another vampire series hit.

- Alicia Devereaux Reviews

5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

I absolutely fell in love with this book. Micah's character dra

I absolutely fell in love with this book. Micah's character draws you in from the beginning and never lets you go. A real page turner. Looking forward to all the other characters in the series books.

5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

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Loved reminded me of BDB.jas

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Fabulous

A wonderful addition to the paranormal genre. Micah and Sam are wonderfully meant for each other but must pass through their own versions of hell to get to the point where they belong to each other. All the kings men deserve their own book as they are all fascinating characters.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Rise of the Fallen was my introduction to the work of Donya Lynn

Rise of the Fallen was my introduction to the work of Donya Lynne and I am so glad I found her. I was drawn in immediately by the suffering of Micah and knew I couldn't stop reading until I knew where things led for him. When Sam comes into the story with her kick ass, offer no apologies personality, I was drawn in even further and held on for the ride. Micah and Sam's story is filled with action and passion and the way Donya includes the other characters is fantastic. Can't wait to have more of the All The King's Men series.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

BLOWN AWAY!

This story grabbed me from the beginning and didnt want to let me go even at the end!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Loved this book!

Got this as a free read and immediately fell in love with it. Soon as I finished the first book, I bought the second one and will likely buy the rest of the series. Glad I stumbled onto a new author to love.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

great read!

really enjoyed the pace and the characters. fun ride! off to buy the the next one in the series!!!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Awesome read so hot

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Interesting and a good read

This book has a good storyline and kept my interest. There are sex scenes in it but if you handle that then read this book

Hot hot hot

I could not put this book down,,, cant wait to read book two.. cant read it till tomorow, need more money on my book credit card, didnt wont any one to know i was going to go put money on my card so i could by a book------- house full of non-belivers......and its easter!!!!!!!!!! :-)

Micah Black was in a world of hurt when I first met him, and I w

Micah Black was in a world of hurt when I first met him, and I was able to feel the pain. From the very first moment he was portrayed as a good guy deep inside who was in so much pain that he wanted to end it all. He’s edgy, protective, and loyal. He inspires annoyance and fear in most everyone he meets until he meets Sam.




Samantha “Sam” Garrett was just the right type of spunky, badass heroine I was looking for when I picked up this book.  She was this great combo of compassionate healer and protector that I loved. She has a core of strength that I was in awe of; to survive the things she survived without becoming bitter is amazing. 




This is a vampire story but it was refreshing vampire story. I’ll admit I burned out on most vampire stories a few years ago, but occasionally I pick one up just to see if they’re my cup of tea again. Ms. Lynne knocks it out of the park for me. I’m looking forward to more AKM stories; she has such a great cast of characters that I must have all of their stories. The world and mythology was well established, and a new twist. The bad guys are intriguing because of the way they hide themselves among the humans, but I won’t tell, because that’s one of the things that I found so interesting about this world. 
Overall, the characters were interesting, the world was strong and the sex was hot. I’ll definitely be picking up more of this series. 




Reviewed by Michelle for Cocktails and Books

The most irascible and reclusive of his team at All the King¿s M

The most irascible and reclusive of his team at All the King’s Men (AKM), vampire Micah Black is on a downward spiral after his mate breaks their relationship off. So deep is his agony, he seeks to out dreck leader, Apostle, to end his life and cause him the most pain possible.

On her way home from work, Samantha Garrett comes upon Apostle and his crew doing their best to fulfill Micah’s death wish. Her quick actions run them off, but Micah is in a bad way. Taking him to the hospital would bring her unwanted attention, so she takes him home and treats his wounds herself.

Once Micah comes to, he and Samantha are drawn together by mutual attraction and Micah quickly realizes that his feelings for Samantha go so much farther. Could she actually be another mate so quickly during his mourning? But Micah will have to keep her safe from the drecks that she thwarted in his rescue as well as from her own secret past in order to make her his.

Rise of the Fallen is reminiscent of J. R. Ward’s Black Dagger Brotherhood. There’s a group a vampire enforcers acting as a policing agency. The vamps making up AKM are diverse and the most notable thing is that most of them don’t like Micah and are tired of him making up his own rules.

Lynne did an excellent job in portraying the characters. You truly sense the depth of Micah’s pain and his ultimate redemption. Samantha just plain kicks ass, literally! She’s not afraid to do whatever it takes to defend who she cares about or someone in need. The secondary characters are equally compelling, most especially the mysterious daywalker, Traceon. Trace has appointed himself as Micah’s guardian and there are hints that he’s going to need Micah in future books…I can’t wait to find out exactly why and to learn more about the rest of All the King’s Men!

I have to say, I loved this book and the books that have followe

I have to say, I loved this book and the books that have followed thus far.  You should have an open mind going into it though.  I have noticed some people are complaining about the gay scene.  Well I hate to burst your bubble boys and girls but the next book has more.  I have recommended this book to many people I know and they have loved it as well.  If it makes you uncomfortable to read about gays/bi then maybe this isn't the book for you but the love that's carried in the words really touch my heart and make the girl in me looking for mister right sigh in bliss.

** spoiler alert ** Rise of the Fallen a certainly intriguing s

** spoiler alert ** Rise of the Fallen a certainly intriguing story title and believe me when I say an even better plot. ((I love the cover and being a cover love kinda girl this certainly does it for me) Micah is on the front cover - he is certainly smokin - and exaclty how one would invisage him after Donya Lynne's descriptions throughout this story.

Micah Black is a vampire - working for the AKM * All the Kings men ** He is the loner of the group, doing as he pleases and disobeying any rules set forth. He is certainly the strongest of his group, kickarse and sexy all in one story but keeps to himself alot. But does his job well.

The Akm enforce and protect from the evil that dwells, paranormal enforcers if you may call them that. Between the Dreck and Vampires. Enforcing the Truce set forth.

Upon Micha's Mate leaving him, Micah finds himself not wanting to live any longer. The bond is broken and so is his heart. He approaches the Dreck - wants to leave this world inflicted by pain.

Sam enters Micah’s world, kick arse, strong and certainly head strong, she not only saves Micah’s life but brings him back to life. Physically and emotionally. She certainly breathes fresh air back into Micha's life. They are two souls that both need saving . But at what cost - upon Sam saving Micha's life she now has enemies of another kind.

On a whirlwind of events, Sam’s ex-husband is on the hunt for her and also her new enemies they both want her - one to punish her and one to kill her. Is Micah able to keep his emotions at bay to keep her alive and protect her?


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Well I must say I will never bore of a new vampire tale, Rise of the Fallen will have you intrigued from page one till the very end. I read the first four chapters for free via goodreads and was certainly intrigued to read more ..


Donya has written a storyline that will keep the readers interest piqued throughout. Changes to the vampire traits we normally see, and a storyline that is unique. Witches ............ vampires ..... creating a different form of vampire - ** won’t say too much here ** and Drecks...... ((You must read to find out)) snickers - Im very curious as to Trace's part in this - we have been given a slight hint into Trace and I can see some excitement dwelling within this for other books to follow.

This book has slight traces of BDSM ** which I’m sure will not only rattle your chains but have your breathe hitched. Maybe even PANTING ..... This scene is not for everyone - but keep in mind its very mild and exciting all the same.

M/M moments as well and erotic encounters of many kinds. If you after something with heat then this read is for you. Micha and Sam are certainly a match made between the sheets, hot smoking scenes that will not only leave you wanting more but panting past the pages that have been turned. Your reader will be in a frenzy !

This story has a well-balanced amount of everything - from hot sex,to passion that will singe your eyelashes ,love, new found friendships, action, paranormal elements and even a giggle thrown in for good measure. They say every dog has his day and that doctor certainly doesnt see it coming.. ** Soft cock is the certainly an appropriate word for him ** snickers!!

At only 125 pages long, Rise of the Fallen is a quick read but certainly filled with all the goodies any parnanormal reader will enjoy.

A fantastic debut novel by Donya Lynne, smooth flowing storyline, characters I’m sure you will enjoy and also the evil is put forth well and depicted fluently. Many a scenes envisaged will have your panties bunching and mind a wandering .....


New characters have been introduced throughout making room for more in further books to come. I must say that Trace has me intrigued... ** blushes ** He is needing a little help and I’m wandering maybe which person is the one to do so!! Friendships are found - and I can see Micha and Trace builidng a strong friendship in stories to come.

All the Kings Men are alluring , sexy and certainly a puzzle. Each and every one having there own personal stories to tell and Im sure Donya Lynne will keep us on our toes - tanatlizing us in book 2 ..