Night Play by Sherrilyn Kenyon
- paranormal romance -
reviewed by Tara SG
purchased eBook
** OK so I’m insanely addicted to this series and I’m blowing through the books. In order to not overload you, I’m going to do mini-reviews. Most if not all of the reviews do NOT contain spoilers for previous books **
Book Order (Dark-Hunter)
- Fantasy Lover * * * *
- Night Pleasures * * * 1/2
- Night Embrace * * * 1/2
- Dance with the Devil * * * *
- Kiss of the Night * * * 1/2
- Night Play * * * *
- Seize the Night
- Sins of the Night
- Unleash the Night
- Dark Side of the Moon
- The Dream-Hunter (Dream Hunter series)
- Devil May Cry
- Upon The Midnight Clear (Dream Hunter series)
- Dream Chaser (Dream Hunter series)
- Acheron
- One Silent Night
- Dream Warrior (Dream Hunter series)
- Bad Moon Rising
- No Mercy
- Redemption (August 08, 2011)
* There are also short stories that I didn’t list *
Links
Author’s Website : www.sherrilynkenyon.com
Amazon : paperback /eBook ($7.99)
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This book in 6 words:
what story lacked the couple completed
Why did I read this? And am I glad I did?
I was a little worried about this not being about a Dark Hunter, but about a Were-Hunter instead. However, I did know that Bride and Vane are Felicia‘s favorite couple and it made me excited to see what made them so special. Ms Kenyon really has a knack for creating not only a world so beautifully built that it rivals that of top Fantasy/Sci-Fi series, but she is a genius when it comes to her couples. Two people that may seem too different on the surface end up being exactly what the other person needs.
Bride has only been with men who want her to change her physical appearance and the thought of the uber-sexy Vane only having eyes for her is about as crazy as him being a werewolf. Vane is used to being beat down by everyone, including any women that want to mate with him. Bride’s gentle nature is exactly what he craves (that and her body which he happens to think is perfect the way it is). I really enjoyed learning more about the Were-Hunters and seeing some old characters make an appearance. While the overall mystery/action in this one may not be as exciting as in other books, the relationship Vane and Bride begin makes the read more than worth your time.
Favorite Quotes
She (Bride) couldn’t image this guy (Vane) having any trouble getting any woman he wanted. Who on Earth would say no to that?
On second thought, she hoped she never met a woman that attractive. If she did, she would be morally obligated to run her over in her car.
There was nothing humane about humanity. At the end of the day, they were all animals with only survival instincts.
Brief Summary
Bride McTierney has had it with men. They’re cheap, self-centered, and never love her for who she is. But though she prides herself on being independent, deep down she still yearns for a knight in shining armor.
She just never expected her knight in shining armor to have a shiny coat of fur…
Deadly and tortured, Vane Kattalakis isn’t what he seems. Most women lament that their boyfriends are dogs. In Bride’s case, hers is a wolf. A Were-Hunter wolf. Wanted dead by his enemies, Vane isn’t looking for a mate. But the Fates have marked Bride as his. Now he has three weeks to either convince Bride that the supernatural is real or he will spend the rest of his life neutered–something no self-respecting wolf can accept…
But how does a wolf convince a human to trust him with her life when his enemies are out to end his? In the world of the Were-Hunters, it really is dog-eat-dog. And only one alpha male can win.
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I loved the scene with Bride and her dad. It cracked me up because it was so just “yeah and…” about Vane
I am glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome review! I’ve never heard of this series before
Great review!
I have yet to start the Dark Hunter books, though I have heard many good things about them. Sherrilyn Kenyon seems to be a very good writer from all the recommendations she gets.
I LOVE this series! I completely cheated and started with Ash’s book first (whoa, intense) and then went back to the beginning. Bride and Vane’s has to be one of my favorites, I just love their romance and how he defended her to her ex even though she could handle herself. Nice review!
Forgot to ask if you’re going through the whole series or taking breaks? I look forward to seeing what you think of all the others, especially Ash’s.
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@ Felicia : I really did enjoy this book! Her father and his profession was hilarious. The softball team name cracked me up!
@ Melissa : I highly recommend it! (Even if you don’t read a lot of vampire-themed books because they aren’t your typical vamps.)
@ Deb (Debbie’s Book Bag) : I really love them! I’m new to Sherrilyn Kenyon and can now see why she has such a huge following
@ Jenny : I’m sooooo tempted to do that! I cannot wait for Ash’s book!! I’m reading the whole series as fast as I can, but I am taking a few breaks to read books I signed up for or was asked to review
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