Helpful Score: 7
*jumps up and down* OMG, I loooved this book! I've waited to read it for days and it did NOT let me down. This is like my fave book of the series and I feel like a fangirl right now! I might have spoiled some things so be warned. I was just way too excited when I wrote this!!
All through the first two book I've read about Wraith, his bad attitude, his snark, and his horrible, chilling past, and it's made me itch to read his book. To read more about him, and why he says and does the things he does. And boy, did I get those questions answered.
Wraith is a very troubled vampire/demon. He was tortured, and nearly died at the hands of his very own vampire mother and their people. He's never taken to obeying rules, and he's always stirring up some kind of trouble.
At the beginning of the book something bad happens. Vague much? Lol. The something bad is life or death, and it forces Wraith to seek out a charm that will keep him alive. Easy, right?
No.
The charm is currently possessed by Serena, who is a special little human. Vague again, but it's so juicy you have to read it on your own. For Wraith to get the charm, he must sleep with Serena. Again, easy, right?
Not at all.
Serena is 1.) a virgin, and 2.) a human (we all know Wraith's issue with human females). Oh yeah, if she looses the charm she dies. Yep, no biggie.
That right there is enough drama, and suspence to keep you on your toes, but that's not all!!
Other things to look for? The hospital is falling apart. Eidolon and Shade have a scary sickness. The human race might die. Kynan gets a HUGE shock. Gem realizes she's not a doormat to be stepped on. The brothers as a whole get a HUGE shock. Wraith gets a HUGE surprise.
And, of course, we get to see the real Wraith. Awww, right?
There is a lot to look forward to in this book, and I'd suggest everyone read it. Right now. Really, go out, and buy it or borrow. If stealing wasn't illegal I'd say steal it, but it is against the law, so don't do that. Please.
All through the first two book I've read about Wraith, his bad attitude, his snark, and his horrible, chilling past, and it's made me itch to read his book. To read more about him, and why he says and does the things he does. And boy, did I get those questions answered.
Wraith is a very troubled vampire/demon. He was tortured, and nearly died at the hands of his very own vampire mother and their people. He's never taken to obeying rules, and he's always stirring up some kind of trouble.
At the beginning of the book something bad happens. Vague much? Lol. The something bad is life or death, and it forces Wraith to seek out a charm that will keep him alive. Easy, right?
No.
The charm is currently possessed by Serena, who is a special little human. Vague again, but it's so juicy you have to read it on your own. For Wraith to get the charm, he must sleep with Serena. Again, easy, right?
Not at all.
Serena is 1.) a virgin, and 2.) a human (we all know Wraith's issue with human females). Oh yeah, if she looses the charm she dies. Yep, no biggie.
That right there is enough drama, and suspence to keep you on your toes, but that's not all!!
Other things to look for? The hospital is falling apart. Eidolon and Shade have a scary sickness. The human race might die. Kynan gets a HUGE shock. Gem realizes she's not a doormat to be stepped on. The brothers as a whole get a HUGE shock. Wraith gets a HUGE surprise.
And, of course, we get to see the real Wraith. Awww, right?
There is a lot to look forward to in this book, and I'd suggest everyone read it. Right now. Really, go out, and buy it or borrow. If stealing wasn't illegal I'd say steal it, but it is against the law, so don't do that. Please.
Helpful Score: 6
I find Larissa Ione's writting to be disturbingly addictive. Her first two Demonica books were great. This, the third, is not quite as good but still above average. In short it's a series about demons who run a hospital for other demons and supernatural beings. I found the entire concept of a demon hospital to be delightfully creepy. I also like that Ione isn't afraid to create characters who's base nature is evil, and yet allow them to have a love story. It's seedy, gothic cheesiness at it's best.
This book in particular is about Wraith, a Seminus demon who's entire life consists of mating and fighting. Wraith is best described as messed up. He was tortured as a child and generally has no clear grip on right or wrong. An assasin infects him with a deadly poison that begins to kill him slowly--and there is no cure. As he dies, the hospital begins to fall apart, because Wraith and his brothers have bound their life-forces to it. The brothers rush to find a solution, and discover that Wraith's life might be saved if he can acquire a special charm that would make him human. To do this he must take the virginity of the charm's current possesor, a human named Serena. The catch is that once the charm is taken, Serena will die. Wraith sets out intending to steal the charm as quickly as possible, but ends up falling in love with Serena instead. He is forced to make a choice between his life and hers.
I was surprised by how romantic this was. Wraith is not my favorite character, but he does manage to redeem himself a lot in the end. Serena is interesting, but doesn't change or develope much. The plot is fairly fast paced--almost too much so. I couldn't really say why this wasn't as good as the other two, but it was just not on the same level. Overall, worth reading.
This book in particular is about Wraith, a Seminus demon who's entire life consists of mating and fighting. Wraith is best described as messed up. He was tortured as a child and generally has no clear grip on right or wrong. An assasin infects him with a deadly poison that begins to kill him slowly--and there is no cure. As he dies, the hospital begins to fall apart, because Wraith and his brothers have bound their life-forces to it. The brothers rush to find a solution, and discover that Wraith's life might be saved if he can acquire a special charm that would make him human. To do this he must take the virginity of the charm's current possesor, a human named Serena. The catch is that once the charm is taken, Serena will die. Wraith sets out intending to steal the charm as quickly as possible, but ends up falling in love with Serena instead. He is forced to make a choice between his life and hers.
I was surprised by how romantic this was. Wraith is not my favorite character, but he does manage to redeem himself a lot in the end. Serena is interesting, but doesn't change or develope much. The plot is fairly fast paced--almost too much so. I couldn't really say why this wasn't as good as the other two, but it was just not on the same level. Overall, worth reading.
Helpful Score: 4
4.25 stars!
Larissa Ione is such a skilled writer she brings the reader into the underground world of truly inventive demons with ease. The reader is barely aware of the world building and can focus on the relationships and the plot. This book focuses on Wraith, a tortured soul (literally), who lives a solitary life of violence and sex. To me, he is the most interesting brother so far in the series and Ione lets us hear his inner voice with all its sarcasm and humor. The heroine is up to the challenge since she has lived most of her life "charmed" and protected - so she has a wonderful sense of invincibility - until she is chest to chest with Wraith. The sexual tension is tight and the emotional vulnerability of both characters is heartbreaking. This is a wonderful addition to the Demonica Series - read it!
Larissa Ione is such a skilled writer she brings the reader into the underground world of truly inventive demons with ease. The reader is barely aware of the world building and can focus on the relationships and the plot. This book focuses on Wraith, a tortured soul (literally), who lives a solitary life of violence and sex. To me, he is the most interesting brother so far in the series and Ione lets us hear his inner voice with all its sarcasm and humor. The heroine is up to the challenge since she has lived most of her life "charmed" and protected - so she has a wonderful sense of invincibility - until she is chest to chest with Wraith. The sexual tension is tight and the emotional vulnerability of both characters is heartbreaking. This is a wonderful addition to the Demonica Series - read it!
Helpful Score: 2
While I liked Passion Unleashed, I didn't enjoy it as much as the first two books in the series. It just didn't grip me right away and I wasn't as invested in Wraith and Serena. I liked them together and I was curious to see what Ione would do to give them a HEA, but felt that everything was wrapped up a little too neatly. Wraith didn't surprise me at all with the way he dealt with Serena. He seemed like such a hard ass, but we got glimpses of his kindness before. Serena was likable enough, even though she did stupid things sometimes. I understood though since she was virtually invincible and I liked how she learned quickly when she needed Wraith.
I think my main problem with this story was the similarities to JR Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood. In the first two books, I thought the writing style was similar, but not enough to detract from Ione's world. That was not the case in this one, IMO. It really took me away from the story too many times and it is the main reason I didn't like it more.
I think my main problem with this story was the similarities to JR Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood. In the first two books, I thought the writing style was similar, but not enough to detract from Ione's world. That was not the case in this one, IMO. It really took me away from the story too many times and it is the main reason I didn't like it more.
Helpful Score: 1
The third book in her Demonica series, Ione has a serious winner here. The world building is intricate and detailed. The characters are fantastic. The connection between Wraith and Serena is believable and doesn't just build on some pheromone connection. The secondary characters are intriguing enough that you hope there are future books with their stories. This book also includes an appendix with details about the various types of demons in her world and some back story. I can see this series growing to rival JR Ward. Highly recommended.
Helpful Score: 1
THe book has a great sense of just enough naughty fantasies people dream about.
Helpful Score: 1
OMG the shit Wraith went through as a child no wonder he's messed up. It's really nice and very surprising to see him with human emotions.
Wraith is dying from a demon poison with only one cure - Marked Sentinel Charm. Of course, the only way to get that is to kill the Marked Sentinel who turns out to be a female human named Serena Kelly. Once she is uncloaked, demons come out of the woodwork to kill her for her Charm in order to overcome Heaven and rule the world.
Wraith is dying from a demon poison with only one cure - Marked Sentinel Charm. Of course, the only way to get that is to kill the Marked Sentinel who turns out to be a female human named Serena Kelly. Once she is uncloaked, demons come out of the woodwork to kill her for her Charm in order to overcome Heaven and rule the world.
Helpful Score: 1
Seminus demon Wraith has been poisoned and only has weeks to live. His only cure is to take the charm of a Marked Sentinel. The only uncloaked Marked Sentinel known to the brothers is Serena Kelley, an archaeologist searching for lost treasures. Wraith figures this will be easy. He can use his powers as an incubus to seduce Serena, taking her virginity and gaining the charm. But Serena will die if she loses the charm. Suddenly Wraith's plan is in jeopardy when he actually falls for Serena and questions whether he can go through with his seduction.
This is a great addition to the Demonica series. I've been waiting for Wraith's story and it doesn't disappoint. Not only to we get a good plot, lots of action and a well written romance, but we also get more of Kynan and Gem's story. All of the characters from the past books make an appearance. We also are introduced to a new character who looks like he will play a major part of the series. My rating: 5 Stars.
This is a great addition to the Demonica series. I've been waiting for Wraith's story and it doesn't disappoint. Not only to we get a good plot, lots of action and a well written romance, but we also get more of Kynan and Gem's story. All of the characters from the past books make an appearance. We also are introduced to a new character who looks like he will play a major part of the series. My rating: 5 Stars.
Helpful Score: 1
Holy cow this book was amazing! Many other reviews explained the storyline so ill just say wow. Read this. Every chapter its a slapyouintheface moment. Stuff you didnt see coming. By far the best one yet.....and theyve all been good!
Helpful Score: 1
Book Three in the Demonica series. This is the story of the third Seminus Demon brother, Wraith. Wraith is half Demon, and half vampire. He has a violent, tragic history, and doesn't trust anybody. Wraith has been poisoned, and there is no cure. His only hope is to steal a charm from a woman, which will result in her death. No problem for Wraith. Except a Serena touches him in ways no one else ever has. This is an excellant, exciting romance, with a compelling plot line. This book has it all: great characters, action, interesting secondary characters, interesting twists, and super hot sex scenes. This book is just as kick-ass as the previous two. Worth a credit. If you love paranormal romance, I highly recommend the whole series.
I'll have to be the wet blanket here. While I loved the first two Demonica books, this book was a disappointment. The heroine is annoying. She goes from normal/sane one minute to angry/irrational the next. She is very inconsistent and does stupid things that get her into trouble. In short, she's the type of heroine I can't stand. I loved the hero as his character was written in the first two books of the series, but here, his character is changed to such an extent that he's not like the Wraith we've come to know. The ending seemed contrived. Frankly it's disappointing when the author tries to give any human love interest of these supernatural beings some supernatural abilities just so they can be with their nonhuman partner. It's an easy way for the writer to get away from a plot dilemma. It's also becoming predictable. In the first book, the heroine discovers she's not entirely human. In the second book, the heroine is bitten by a werewolf, and you can guess something happens here to the heroine as well.
The secondary character of Gem finally grew a backbone where Kynan was concerned. I was starting to think she was a complete doormat. I was actually more interested in their story than the primary hero and heroine.
I would get this book from a swap. Don't pay good money to buy it. If you like the Demonica series, you'll probably want to read it.
The secondary character of Gem finally grew a backbone where Kynan was concerned. I was starting to think she was a complete doormat. I was actually more interested in their story than the primary hero and heroine.
I would get this book from a swap. Don't pay good money to buy it. If you like the Demonica series, you'll probably want to read it.
I like Larissa Ione in that 1) She RPG's and 2) she can create a fun, erotic, action packed, quick read that I really enjoy reading!
This book is about Wraith; the brother who stirs the pot, and Serena; a charmed virgin who holds the key to world domination. As I said, its action packed and cute to read (while a bit predictable)!
This book is about Wraith; the brother who stirs the pot, and Serena; a charmed virgin who holds the key to world domination. As I said, its action packed and cute to read (while a bit predictable)!
I really liked this particular book. The first two were good, but book 3 ties a lot of loose ends, plus I love the more tortured souls and Wraith, Kynan, and Reacher were very much so. Seminus Demon, Human/Angel hybrid, and Fallen Angel. All three had were battered and were tormented by their pasts. All found what their hearts most desired. Gotta love it and the many paths along the way. If you love demons and angels and the battle to end human life on earth or save it, and along the way smokin hot and steamy sex, though I don't think it was over done, you will like this series.
Off to a slow start, this turned out to be a very great read. There was so much going on in the book, at times I did wonder why Larissa Ione had to cram so much into a single story. I think there was some unnecessary story elements that could have been completely omitted without impacting the book at all. But by the end I felt pretty satisfied with most of the tale. One of the best things in this book is that you get a bit of a two-for-one story - we get the love story of Wraith and Serena, but also the resolution (at long last!) of the relationship between Gem and Kynan. Also establishes a new important character, Lore, star of the next book.
My big complaints are about inconsistencies with characters we've come to know in previous books (Tayla & Runa don't realize their husbands are dying? I'd expect more emotion from them), or plot elements not totally resolved (Wraith's torture).
Overall, worth the read, even if you have to buy it.
3.5 stars
My big complaints are about inconsistencies with characters we've come to know in previous books (Tayla & Runa don't realize their husbands are dying? I'd expect more emotion from them), or plot elements not totally resolved (Wraith's torture).
Overall, worth the read, even if you have to buy it.
3.5 stars
The story of Wraith and Serena is filled with lies, stories untold and secrets that could mean the end of days. The demon Wraith always looking out for number one meets the charmed virgin Serena who has secrets of her own.
Their two worlds collide as the end of days is unleashed. The days leading up to it the event are full of fire sparking sex and passion, treasure hunting and deceit.
I really enjoyed this book as it not only told the story of Wraith and Serena but told stories of the other characters. Introducing Lore who could be a very delicious treat to unwrap in a future book. The reader learns more about Kynan and Gem and how their lives play into peace on earth.
Their two worlds collide as the end of days is unleashed. The days leading up to it the event are full of fire sparking sex and passion, treasure hunting and deceit.
I really enjoyed this book as it not only told the story of Wraith and Serena but told stories of the other characters. Introducing Lore who could be a very delicious treat to unwrap in a future book. The reader learns more about Kynan and Gem and how their lives play into peace on earth.
I like it,but felt something was missing. Maybe if I had read the first two books I would have enjoyed it more.
I really enjoy this series. I'm glad there are two more books coming up.
I absolutely LOVE this author and this series. Dark, sarcastic, twisted humor. Hot, sexy lead characters. You can't go wrong with a sex demon as a lead character! If you haven't read this series, you are truly missing out on a wonderful, hot, sex filled read!
Loved the first 2 books in this series. This tells the story of the third brother winding up the series nicely.
A fourth brother is injected in this book, perhaps setting up another sequel.
A fourth brother is injected in this book, perhaps setting up another sequel.
The best in the series so far, still loving it!
lots of action!!
