Meljean Brook returns to explore the seductive corners of the dark, as a forbidden attraction tempts danger under the canopy of the Demon Night.
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Oct 23, 2009
Sayuri_x
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I loved this book.
I found it slighlty confusing at first as it is the 5th in a series (The 3rd full length) but after the first few pages, I was completely hooked and just couldn't put it down. You don't really need to have read the previous books as this is a great stand alone novel, you just miss some of the worldbuilding.
The book revolves around Charlotte 'Charlie' Newcombe and Ethan 'Drifter' McCabe. Drifter is a 'Guardian' sent to protect Charlie from a vampire thre More...
I found it slighlty confusing at first as it is the 5th in a series (The 3rd full length) but after the first few pages, I was completely hooked and just couldn't put it down. You don't really need to have read the previous books as this is a great stand alone novel, you just miss some of the worldbuilding.
The book revolves around Charlotte 'Charlie' Newcombe and Ethan 'Drifter' McCabe. Drifter is a 'Guardian' sent to protect Charlie from a vampire thre More...
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Jan 06, 2012
Kathy
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Third in the Guardians paranormal-romance series revolving around a subspecies of angel created from humans who have sacrificed themselves to save another. The couple focus is on Ethan McCabe and Charlie Newcomb and takes place in Seattle.
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This was a bit confusing as I'm reading Darynda Jones' series about a Charley and this one starts with a Charlie. I recommend both series, just don't read them at the same time!
I do love the stories Charlie c More...
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This was a bit confusing as I'm reading Darynda Jones' series about a Charley and this one starts with a Charlie. I recommend both series, just don't read them at the same time!
I do love the stories Charlie c More...
Jun 06, 2011
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I was fighting to give either 3 or 4 stars for this book.
4 stars because I love Charlie. She is strong, unlike fragile and weak females. She has attitude and a courage to face life. How can one still want to live after going through and losing what she had? Truly admiriable. Yes, her life was a downward spiral a few years before, but she got up. And went head on against life, avoiding things that she likes because then she would not be dependent on them, like before.
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4 stars because I love Charlie. She is strong, unlike fragile and weak females. She has attitude and a courage to face life. How can one still want to live after going through and losing what she had? Truly admiriable. Yes, her life was a downward spiral a few years before, but she got up. And went head on against life, avoiding things that she likes because then she would not be dependent on them, like before.
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Jan 30, 2011
Starfire
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Solid 9/10 for this one. I'd been holding off on starting it because it was the first book in the set that didn't revolve around a character I already felt like I'd met and come to know through previous books and short stories. But I'm really, REALLY glad I finally kicked myself up the butt and did.
One of the things Meljean Brook does *wonderfully* is flawed, complex characters who manage to be strong and competent despite their flaws. And in the heroine of this book, Charlie Newcombe More...
One of the things Meljean Brook does *wonderfully* is flawed, complex characters who manage to be strong and competent despite their flaws. And in the heroine of this book, Charlie Newcombe More...
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Nov 13, 2010
Estara
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Oct 31, 2010
Felicia
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For the record: I AM OVER VAMPIRES. I've been off the genre for a few months, so going back to this was a struggle, but I enjoyed The Iron Duke so much that I really wanted to try the author's other books, and I'm glad I did!
I think the biggest strength of the author is to create deeper characters than you'd generally see in the genre, and also to avoid the cliche trap. A Cowboy Guardian Angel sounds kinda hokey when I type it, but it was a relief from the cliched confident and urban More...
I think the biggest strength of the author is to create deeper characters than you'd generally see in the genre, and also to avoid the cliche trap. A Cowboy Guardian Angel sounds kinda hokey when I type it, but it was a relief from the cliched confident and urban More...
Oct 07, 2009
Jocelyn
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My Meljean Brook reading glut continues!
This book was one of the most professionally crafted of this series, but is weirdly my least favorite. The hero was a cowboy (now an immortal guardian) and the heroine was a recovering alcoholic.
I really liked how the book talked about her struggle to get over that, how it wrecked her life and relationships. I liked that it talked about how her default emotional state was one way, and how she'd become strong by struggling agains More...
This book was one of the most professionally crafted of this series, but is weirdly my least favorite. The hero was a cowboy (now an immortal guardian) and the heroine was a recovering alcoholic.
I really liked how the book talked about her struggle to get over that, how it wrecked her life and relationships. I liked that it talked about how her default emotional state was one way, and how she'd become strong by struggling agains More...
Jan 18, 2010
Erin
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I read the first two books of this series, and I really, really wanted to love them. I think Meljean is a class act, funny, interesting, and I really wanted to love her books. I'd have to say that I liked those books, but I didn't have a sense of urgency about reading this book. The TBR pile is large, and I kept pushing this book back in favor of other reads I was more excited about. Then I read Meljean's blog entry about trying Demon Night if you couldn't get into the earlier books in the s
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Aug 19, 2010
Lin
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Once again - loved it! The Guardian's is fast becoming my fav series (well at least until another Guild Hunter book comes out)
This one is about Charlie, a scarred barmaid whose being targeted by vampires due to her sisters involvement in research into blood for Legion pharmaceuticals (love the name, guess who runs that one). Protecting her is Ethan 'drifer' McCabe, a cowboy guardian who was actually introduced in Demon Moon (though this took me a while to remember when), along with n More...
This one is about Charlie, a scarred barmaid whose being targeted by vampires due to her sisters involvement in research into blood for Legion pharmaceuticals (love the name, guess who runs that one). Protecting her is Ethan 'drifer' McCabe, a cowboy guardian who was actually introduced in Demon Moon (though this took me a while to remember when), along with n More...
Jun 07, 2011
Kelli
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Giddddy up......This one was good, but not as good as the first or second. I found the plot interesting, readable, the characters had minor flaws (as every good author knows they should) but were still delicious.
What I had a hard time stomaching was how prone to pity parties Charlie (the female/vampire) was. In juxtaposition to Lilith, this chick was a creme puff, heavy on the creme. I had a hard time relating to her. Her hero/main man/guardian was yummy, if you like reformed Harvard educ More...
What I had a hard time stomaching was how prone to pity parties Charlie (the female/vampire) was. In juxtaposition to Lilith, this chick was a creme puff, heavy on the creme. I had a hard time relating to her. Her hero/main man/guardian was yummy, if you like reformed Harvard educ More...
Nov 05, 2009
Anita
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I like this paranormal romance series. It's not the kind of series that's likely to become a mainstream cross-over hit, but if you like romance and urban fantasty, this is a good melding of the two. It's a demon/angel setup with good and bad vampires thrown in, just for kicks. Each novel is enough of a stand alone that you can read them out of order, if you wish. This one also has a cowboy angel in it, which is entertaining because the character is so well written. Generally I don't like cowboy
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Feb 04, 2012
Samantha
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This series is my new addiction. Ethan is a guardian who has been keeping an eye on Charlie. Charlie is an ex-singer who is struggling to recover her life after a self-destructive streak. She's being watched by the guardians because her sister is currently dating a demon who wants to find a cure for vampires' bloodlust. Unfortunately, the demon has made plans for Charlie in order to secure her sister's cooperation. I wasn't too enamored with this one. The storyline was good, but I felt like it d
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Jul 20, 2010
Jen (That's What I'm Talking About)
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Another great story by Meljean. The story of Ethan and Charlie is another amazing and emotionally satisfying tale. Meljean does a great job of presenting two sides of a love story. Normally, I am not a big fan of the "emotional baggage barriers" that can artifically separate a couple from each other and their HEA. I think it's because if the couple would just attempt to talk they would see each is being silly. But not so with Ethan and Charlie. Each has fears and the story is deve
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Feb 08, 2012
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Definitely my least favorite Meljean Brook story I've read and it wasn't anything major just small things that took away from my overall enjoyment. The plot and world building are as good as ever. The romance was just a little flat for me.
I liked Charlie a lot until the end. She seemed to be sending so many mixed and confusing signals to Ethan and I can't stand lack of communication. I felt frustrated - and not in a good romancy-anxiety kind of way.
Ethan's character a More...
I liked Charlie a lot until the end. She seemed to be sending so many mixed and confusing signals to Ethan and I can't stand lack of communication. I felt frustrated - and not in a good romancy-anxiety kind of way.
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Dec 28, 2011
Patricia
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In short: Check out the quotes, remember that I love Meljean and that I'm a very picky person. Yes, you will most likely love at least one installment and go crazy about Michael, which is why you'll love the rest of the series as well. Or you'll fall in love with the worldbuilding, the complex characters, you name it. And then, you. will. love. the. series.
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Demon Night was amazing. I've already read all the books that have been published until now – so the first 7 More...
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Demon Night was amazing. I've already read all the books that have been published until now – so the first 7 More...
Aug 12, 2011
Jennifer
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This was quite what I expected - another brainy paranormal romance from Meljean Brook! I did enjoy it, although not quite as much as the first and even a little less than the second in the Guardian series. I found it to be quite as I expected (not a bad thing) - a sizzling hot romance, an overall plot that is not really very memorable, and some "huh?" moments as I struggle to keep up with some of the characters' internal journeys.
In this case, the romance is between Ethan, a More...
In this case, the romance is between Ethan, a More...
Feb 15, 2010
Melindeeloo
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Brook's Latest Guardian Would Make Even An Angel Want To 'Fall' ,
Before reading Demon Night I just couldn't imagine 'cowboy' guardian Drifter, who was a very minor character in Demon Moon, being a very interesting leading man. Well I'll admit right here, I was wrong. But then I should know better, after all author Brook managed to make the very vain vampire Colin in Demon Moon into a great leading man and she does an even better job here with `Drifter' Ethan McCabe who is really no More...
Before reading Demon Night I just couldn't imagine 'cowboy' guardian Drifter, who was a very minor character in Demon Moon, being a very interesting leading man. Well I'll admit right here, I was wrong. But then I should know better, after all author Brook managed to make the very vain vampire Colin in Demon Moon into a great leading man and she does an even better job here with `Drifter' Ethan McCabe who is really no More...
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Oct 09, 2009
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Ethan "Drifter" McCabe, a sigh-worthy Guardian who manages to bring sexy back to suspenders-- Wait, were suspenders ever sexy? Probably not but who cares and oh gawd, who can even think straight when Ethan's wearing them?! YUMM-ee!!! Eehhm...what was I doing? Oh right, typing up my review of DEMON NIGHT.
Ethan, once a rebel outlaw of the American West where no lock could contain him, is still busting through locks a century later with his Gift. Well, every lock except for on More...
Ethan, once a rebel outlaw of the American West where no lock could contain him, is still busting through locks a century later with his Gift. Well, every lock except for on More...
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Aug 07, 2009
Katie(babs)
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Meljean Brook is the type of author who continues to blow away readers with her incredible writing. Demon Night is another wonderful submission to her world that showcases the war between the Guardians of Heaven and the Demons of the underworld. And of course don't forget those vampires and other creatures that are bent on destruction.
But with Demon Night, you have two incredible and endearing characters that will go against all odds to be with each other or die trying.
Ethan a.k.a More...
But with Demon Night, you have two incredible and endearing characters that will go against all odds to be with each other or die trying.
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Oct 31, 2011
Jensownzoo
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Oooh, I liked this one. It even made me tear up at the end. This is the first book that I've read by this author and I will definitely be scoring some more. I realize that this book is the third in the series, but the author does a really good job at bringing a newbie up to speed without infodumping all over the place. And she didn't abandon characters from her previous installments, either, which is nice.
I liked the character of Charlie--damaged but strong, but a strength that More...
I liked the character of Charlie--damaged but strong, but a strength that More...
Jan 21, 2011
Michelle
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I read the Iron Duke first, and loved it, so I thought I would try the author's earlier series. Based on her website, she actually recommends starting with this book first, which is the third in the series, because the heroine is new to the world of the Guardians, and you get a pretty detailed explanation of their world. I agree with her suggestion, because I didn't feel like I jumped into something halfway through. I think it's a great story, and the series gets even better from here.
Feb 22, 2011
Hbeebti
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I was seriously curious about this book. I mean yeah there wasn't a lot about Drifter/Ethan, in other books but man I wanted to know more ,he was just one of those characters. So here it is Ethan is by far my favorite. Usually I don't care for true cowboys that much. But holy smokes he was HOT!! Love him!!!!!!
I felt like on some levels I could totally relate to Charlie. She thinks of herself as slow. Takes more time to gather her thoughts and process things. For me that was unusual i More...
I felt like on some levels I could totally relate to Charlie. She thinks of herself as slow. Takes more time to gather her thoughts and process things. For me that was unusual i More...
Jul 28, 2009
Minsma
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I've liked all of Meljean's Guardian novels, but this one and Demon Bound were especially good, I thought. The plotting and narrative seemed tighter, though Ms. Brook has always had an amazing breadth of imagination--breathlessly keeping dozens of balls spinning in the air. And I really like her main characters, too. She presents complex individuals, richly layered, and satisfying, credible love stories (in a completely paranormal way, of course). I'd love to read more books centered around
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Aug 22, 2011
Grin
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Unfortunately I didn’t like Charlie at all. For someone that has kicked a really bad habit she seamed rather whiny to me. But that’s just me. I did enjoy the book, but not as much as the previous ones. I think that the plot in this one was underdeveloped. I am still a big fan of Meljean Brook’s writing and am continuing to read this series.
Nov 14, 2010
Meredith
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I really enjoyed this book because both of the characters were authentic and their individual stories blended well together. Drifter is a admirable character though I found his dialogue a little thick and sometimes gratuitous at times. Charlie was a good balance for him and. The story had a great balance between their building relationship and the general flow of the story as a whole. The plot moved well and was action packed. A great read.
Sep 15, 2010
Jennifer
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Meljean Brook writes fully fleshed out, multi-layered characters. Here Charlie and Drifter leapt off the page, each with a distinctive voice. I loved them both, but I really connected with Charlie. She's made a lot of mistakes in her life, but is trying desperately to be a better, stronger person. I identified closely with parts of her inner struggle.
Feb 07, 2011
Flitterkit
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This was good, and it wasn't. I liked the book overall, but I really didn't like some of the "rules" shall we say of this universe, and despite liking the characters, I doubt I'll revisit this series to read the rest of them unless I am really bored.
Jan 05, 2009
Barbara M.
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I loved, loved, loved this book!!! And I know I'm going to love, love, love this series! Meljean Brook is a superb writer and storyteller, and the way she can bring a (very) long and complicated story together without reading you to death by boredom is something I haven't seen in many authors. The whole way through this novel I never forgot the review I read by Marjorie M. Liu (writer)..."A read that goes down hot and sweet-utterly unique-and one hell of a ride." Amen sister!!!
Aug 12, 2010
Manda
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i don't know about this series. by the end, I'm always happy with the experience, but the start rarely holds my focus and i have little drive to seek out the next instalment. that said, these are some of the more interesting plots in the genera
Sep 01, 2011
Mandy
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Brook does it again. She writes the best characters. They’re complex and flawed, but still so strong and likeable. They have such clear, well-defined voices. Add to that her almost flawless writing and her lovely dark world and, sigh, I think I might be in love.
This book is still a bit slower paced, but not as slowly paced as Demon Angel. Which might make it more accessible. With the leisurely pace, the small print, and the longer novel length, I don’t see this being everyone’s cup More...
This book is still a bit slower paced, but not as slowly paced as Demon Angel. Which might make it more accessible. With the leisurely pace, the small print, and the longer novel length, I don’t see this being everyone’s cup More...
