There is a fine line between love and sacrifice….
Antonio would do anything for his beloved fighting partner Jenn. He protects her, even ... read full description
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Sep 12, 2011
Did I just marked this book as-read because the boy in the cover is kinda hot?! o_O
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Sep 19, 2011
Kristi-The Book Faery
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Damned is a captivating sequel to Crusade, I’ve waited for this novel to come out and I was not disappointed! It’s Thrilling, Chilling and Bad to the Bone all while carrying romance and heart break making for a most fascinating read. The series continues to get better, which I thought impossible!
Nancy Holder and Debbie Vigue do a wonderous thing with building a dystopian like world that is ruled by vampires and humans are their sheep. It’s incredibly belie More...
Damned is a captivating sequel to Crusade, I’ve waited for this novel to come out and I was not disappointed! It’s Thrilling, Chilling and Bad to the Bone all while carrying romance and heart break making for a most fascinating read. The series continues to get better, which I thought impossible!
Nancy Holder and Debbie Vigue do a wonderous thing with building a dystopian like world that is ruled by vampires and humans are their sheep. It’s incredibly belie More...
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Sep 18, 2011
Chelsea [Vampire Book Club]
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After reading Crusade, I was curious if we were going to get to know Skye better. She’s the witch who fights alongside the hunters — the only witch willing to step across that line and officially align herself with the team who seeks out to destroy the Cursed Ones. She still keeps to the rule of doing no harm, as best she can. If humans are involved, then Skye is out. But we got a hint to a dark past for her in the first novel More...
After reading Crusade, I was curious if we were going to get to know Skye better. She’s the witch who fights alongside the hunters — the only witch willing to step across that line and officially align herself with the team who seeks out to destroy the Cursed Ones. She still keeps to the rule of doing no harm, as best she can. If humans are involved, then Skye is out. But we got a hint to a dark past for her in the first novel More...
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Sep 01, 2011
Erin
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Damned & Crusade: An Epic Urban Fantasy Series in the Making
It felt wrong to write a review of Damned since I know both authors so well and I am closely connected to the series. So, instead I decided to write a rumination on the Crusade series since there are a few things about the series that have always struck me as significant within the fantasy genre, but haven’t really generated much discussion. Therefore, since the Damned Book Tour is stopping at Underwords today, I’m going to More...
It felt wrong to write a review of Damned since I know both authors so well and I am closely connected to the series. So, instead I decided to write a rumination on the Crusade series since there are a few things about the series that have always struck me as significant within the fantasy genre, but haven’t really generated much discussion. Therefore, since the Damned Book Tour is stopping at Underwords today, I’m going to More...
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Sep 01, 2011
Lisa
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I read about 3/4 of the book from Simon & Schuster's Galley Grab, but then it expired on me before I finished the book. I then purchased the book (in the middle of the night) from an eBook store. One of the things that I love about eReaders. You can have instant access to books right when you need it.
The word that comes to mind when I think about this story is strife. This book is full of strife. It's set during a war. The vampires are taking over the world. Most humans hide the More...
The word that comes to mind when I think about this story is strife. This book is full of strife. It's set during a war. The vampires are taking over the world. Most humans hide the More...
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Sep 16, 2011
Jennifer (Books&Barks)
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I received this book as part of a blog tour. This did not change my review in any way.
Damned, the second book in the Crusade trilogy written by Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie, finds our hunters continuing their battle against the Cursed Ones. Unfortunately for them, they learn hard lessons along the way that force them to either grow up or give up. Jenn Leitner is now the leader of this band of fighters, and winning the war seems hopeless. Her team not only fights the Cursed Ones, t More...
Damned, the second book in the Crusade trilogy written by Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie, finds our hunters continuing their battle against the Cursed Ones. Unfortunately for them, they learn hard lessons along the way that force them to either grow up or give up. Jenn Leitner is now the leader of this band of fighters, and winning the war seems hopeless. Her team not only fights the Cursed Ones, t More...
Jul 02, 2011
Supercalifragiliciousreads
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First, I'd like to talk about the cover. Is that a hunkadunk or WHAT? I am officially in love with Antonio (no matter what he did this book, his looks make it forgivable :P). The book is filled with action, and heartbreaking sighs. I felt really bad for Jenn in this book. EXTREMELY bad. She has to go through so much emotional baggage, that's weighing her down, and the team is trying to do everything they can to help her, but personall More...
First, I'd like to talk about the cover. Is that a hunkadunk or WHAT? I am officially in love with Antonio (no matter what he did this book, his looks make it forgivable :P). The book is filled with action, and heartbreaking sighs. I felt really bad for Jenn in this book. EXTREMELY bad. She has to go through so much emotional baggage, that's weighing her down, and the team is trying to do everything they can to help her, but personall More...
Aug 08, 2011
Natalie (Mindful Musings)
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Review will be posted on my blog, Mindful Musings, on 9/7/11.
In a Sentence: Damned was an extremely fast-paced, suspenseful sequel, and I ended up enjoying it more than its predecessor, Crusade.
My Thoughts
As I mentioned in my review of Crusade last year, I felt that Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie did a wonderful job of building the world they created for the Crusade books. After finishing Damned, I stand by that statement. Crusade and Damned take place in a dy More...
In a Sentence: Damned was an extremely fast-paced, suspenseful sequel, and I ended up enjoying it more than its predecessor, Crusade.
My Thoughts
As I mentioned in my review of Crusade last year, I felt that Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie did a wonderful job of building the world they created for the Crusade books. After finishing Damned, I stand by that statement. Crusade and Damned take place in a dy More...
Jun 28, 2011
ephrielle
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Loved this book! There is such conflict and overwhelming odds against them. Yet they struggle on regardless. It is such a great view into the strength within each of us. The ending is really tragic. Holding with the trend of the book things are dire and show no real possibility of change. Still, I loved every page.
I wasn't super happy with what happened to Antonio. I just don't like seeing anyone in a position where their free will is taken away. Without that who are you real More...
I wasn't super happy with what happened to Antonio. I just don't like seeing anyone in a position where their free will is taken away. Without that who are you real More...
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Aug 17, 2011
Lea (YA Book Queen)
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With an action-packed storyline and a few heartbreaking twists, Damned is simply thrilling.
Jenn is officially the leader of the Salamanca team of hunters, but everyone in the resistance may be in over their heads as the risks grow higher. Vampiric control over the world is strengthening, the resistance is growing difficult to continue, allies are running low, and one of vampires has even begun manufacturing a surprise that could bring the downfall to humans everywhere. But even as Je More...
Jenn is officially the leader of the Salamanca team of hunters, but everyone in the resistance may be in over their heads as the risks grow higher. Vampiric control over the world is strengthening, the resistance is growing difficult to continue, allies are running low, and one of vampires has even begun manufacturing a surprise that could bring the downfall to humans everywhere. But even as Je More...
Oct 06, 2011
Gmr
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How to summarize book 2...there's a lot going on! Let's see...Eriko, the Hunter and former leader of the Salamancan group, is dealing with the changes....though not in her position but rather physically and mentally due to the changes granted her by her role. Holgar, our resident good guy werewolf, is dealing with echoes of his past as he struggles to maintain the life and health of his fighting partner Skye. Speaking of Skye, this time around she's not simply the White Witch they defer to for
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Dec 09, 2011
Tammy
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The story focuses on Team Salamanca and the fight against the Cursed Ones (vampires). The Cursed Ones appear to be taking over the world with very few humans putting up a fight. Team Salamanca is making journeys all over the world attempting to aid other resistance cells. During their joining with two remaining members of the team in Russia, the group takes on one of the lead Cursed Ones – Dontanio. Dontanio is the Dr. Frankenstein of the Cursed Ones, creating hybrids that are made up of vamp
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Oct 05, 2011
C. Teresina
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Second book in a series where the vampires are "Cursed Ones" and are slowly taking over the world. A new people stand in the path of the takeover, including specially trained hunters and Hunters (the later which recieves an elixer that helps them heal faster, be stronger, and move faster like their prey, etc.). In "Damned" we get to see the global effects and see the other covert teams.
There's also a lot of insight into how Cursed Ones can regain control of themselv More...
There's also a lot of insight into how Cursed Ones can regain control of themselv More...
Aug 09, 2011
Jennifer
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Jenn's got a lot on her mind - she's just been made the Hunter, and her sister's been turned by the vamps. Then there's Antonio, who'd do anything for her, even if it means suppressing his vampire nature. Together with their team, they continue the fight against the Cursed Ones, but it seems the enemy is always one step ahead. Is there a traitor in their midst?
This is the second book in the Crusade series, and as such, it has a lot more action than the first book. This t More...
This is the second book in the Crusade series, and as such, it has a lot more action than the first book. This t More...
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Dec 05, 2011
Diane
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Truthfully, I didn't finish this book. I didn't read book one, so maybe that was the problem. But, after the first 125 pages, I just didn't care to try to figure out the complicated plot about a group of teen vampire hunters, and vampires out to take over the world. There were too many characters, and the point of view (and time periods) switched far too often. I just couldn't get into it.
Admitedly, with most trilogies, the first book is the best and sets the stage, including est More...
Admitedly, with most trilogies, the first book is the best and sets the stage, including est More...
Jan 31, 2012
HOLGAR HOLGAR HOLGAR !!
Jenn and HOLGAR need to be together!
Jenn and HOLGAR need to be together!
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Jul 12, 2011
Melanie
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4.5*s
A really good sequel to
, just as with the first book it is non stop action revolving around a group of teenage vampire killers led by a mysterious all knowing priest. Things havent gotten any better for Jenn, Antonio and the gang infact you could say they are 10 times worse as the world succumbs to the vampires and their allies become less and less. Those who they thought could be trusted turn out to be something else, old enemies resurface and their faith and trust in each other
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A really good sequel to
, just as with the first book it is non stop action revolving around a group of teenage vampire killers led by a mysterious all knowing priest. Things havent gotten any better for Jenn, Antonio and the gang infact you could say they are 10 times worse as the world succumbs to the vampires and their allies become less and less. Those who they thought could be trusted turn out to be something else, old enemies resurface and their faith and trust in each other
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Dec 13, 2011
Dana
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Well Jenn finally steps up putting her big girl panties on and getting on with it. I will not tell you when, that is half the fun. A cliffhanger of course the team is taken from Madrid, Russia, Las Vegas, Montana then back to Salamanca. There are losses new interest and reunions.
There is two individuals after Antonio with similar purpose but different intentions those come out in Damned.
We also get to see what lead up to each individual on the team being there. We know J More...
There is two individuals after Antonio with similar purpose but different intentions those come out in Damned.
We also get to see what lead up to each individual on the team being there. We know J More...
Nov 08, 2011
E.
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don’t always get to finish series. There are so many books coming out that sequels and series aren’t usually a priority for me. But there are some authors whose work I’ll always read, and some series that I absolutely must finish. Even when they are giant, 500-page tomes.
DAMNED is one of these books — the second book in Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguié‘s CRUSADE trilogy. The series incorporates world religions, often Catholic mythology and Wicca, in building its post-apocalyptic worl More...
DAMNED is one of these books — the second book in Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguié‘s CRUSADE trilogy. The series incorporates world religions, often Catholic mythology and Wicca, in building its post-apocalyptic worl More...
Aug 30, 2011
Ruby
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This review contains spoilers for Crusade.
Okay, so you may or may not remember that, at the end of the last book, everything went all to hell. Jenn's dad betrayed her to the vampires in order to save her sister, Heather (and the rest of the family). Unfortunately for him, the plan totally backfired (duh) and Heather was, instead, captured and, ultimately, "converted." Whoops.
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This review contains spoilers for Crusade.
Okay, so you may or may not remember that, at the end of the last book, everything went all to hell. Jenn's dad betrayed her to the vampires in order to save her sister, Heather (and the rest of the family). Unfortunately for him, the plan totally backfired (duh) and Heather was, instead, captured and, ultimately, "converted." Whoops.
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Sep 08, 2011
Kate
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First Impression:
After being so impressed by Crusade, the first book in this series, I have been (im)patiently awaiting the release of Damned. In the first novel, Holder and Viguié blew me away in their presentation of a vampire war. I adored and applauded Crusade for its originality and gusts. And was super excited to get transported into this world again.
While Reading:
Where do I start with this? Ever since I have finished the last page, so many different thoughts are g More...
After being so impressed by Crusade, the first book in this series, I have been (im)patiently awaiting the release of Damned. In the first novel, Holder and Viguié blew me away in their presentation of a vampire war. I adored and applauded Crusade for its originality and gusts. And was super excited to get transported into this world again.
While Reading:
Where do I start with this? Ever since I have finished the last page, so many different thoughts are g More...
Aug 27, 2011
Mundie Moms & Mundie Kids
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A thrilling, action packed sequel with heartache and a great paranormal romance, this is one series that keeps getting better and better. I love the world building in this series. It's rich, well detailed and of course dark. The feel for this sequel is one that's intense, twisted and darker than Crusade. The characters continue to become more in-depth, and surprisingly a few of them are handed a fate that a little shocking and heartbreaking.
I like that Nancy and More...
A thrilling, action packed sequel with heartache and a great paranormal romance, this is one series that keeps getting better and better. I love the world building in this series. It's rich, well detailed and of course dark. The feel for this sequel is one that's intense, twisted and darker than Crusade. The characters continue to become more in-depth, and surprisingly a few of them are handed a fate that a little shocking and heartbreaking.
I like that Nancy and More...
Aug 23, 2011
Jessica
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The duo team Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie once again write another spectacular book together! Damned is the second in their new trilogy. Wasn't too impressed with the cover change, but what can you do? I guess seeing people on the covers is better than gates!
The battle between the Cursed Ones and Jenn and her team of hunters is growing more dangerous. And tension runs thick between team members as they each try to deal with their own problems and overcome their personal battles, wh More...
The battle between the Cursed Ones and Jenn and her team of hunters is growing more dangerous. And tension runs thick between team members as they each try to deal with their own problems and overcome their personal battles, wh More...
Aug 28, 2011
Audrey
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The war against the vampires continues, with things getting progressively more bleak for the small group of hunters from Salamanca. Jenn is now leader, but she is insecure in her leadership and is distracted by her concern for her sister. Antonio feels his vampire nature tug at him more strongly than ever, and although he loves Jenn, his resistance threatens to give way at any moment. Even the Hunter herself, Eriko, is not as strong as everybody thinks she is. The hunters will need to stick toge
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Dec 05, 2011
Sara E.
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I'm kind of glad that I gave this series a second chance. Even though I had some issues with the first book I actually found that I liked the sequel much more.
Team Salamanca is back in business after suffering a huge loss in New Orleans, they have to face down a number of big bads, including Antonio's sire and maybe even Lucifer himself.
Jenn is now leader of the group and thankfully less of a whiny twit; she is however, still obsessed with her vampire lover, basically ig More...
Team Salamanca is back in business after suffering a huge loss in New Orleans, they have to face down a number of big bads, including Antonio's sire and maybe even Lucifer himself.
Jenn is now leader of the group and thankfully less of a whiny twit; she is however, still obsessed with her vampire lover, basically ig More...
Aug 12, 2011
Jess
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DAMNED, by Nancy Holder & Debbie Viguié is the second installment of the intense and action packed adventure featuring a kick-butt team of vampire hunters as they fight for not only their own lives, but humanity as well. I was so excited to start this book but I found in the beginning things were explained at a slow pace, even the action scenes seemed to take a long time to get through but quickly after that things picked up and I didn't want to put the book down for even a moment.
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Jul 19, 2011
Mocha ღ Latte
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*Walks slowly up to her Damned ARC*
Mocha: "Why hello there stranger. My, you are looking rather...scrumptious, now aren't you?"
*Totally hitting on the cover model and not ashamed of it AT ALL.*
*In the distance..evil approaches*
Mocha: Oh no you don't, Rasputia! Antonio is MY man!
*rolls Rasputia off the side of a cliff*
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*Walks slowly up to her Damned ARC*
Mocha: "Why hello there stranger. My, you are looking rather...scrumptious, now aren't you?"
*Totally hitting on the cover model and not ashamed of it AT ALL.*
*In the distance..evil approaches*
Mocha: Oh no you don't, Rasputia! Antonio is MY man!
*rolls Rasputia off the side of a cliff*
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Sep 12, 2011
Indigo
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Nobody is safe. Everybody is hiding something. Nothing will ever be the same.
This book broke my heart, built it back up, and then broke it all over again.
There's my description of Damned, by Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie. Before I say anything else, let me tell you how amazing these two authors are when they work in tandem - They're freaking brilliant. I think each of them are pretty good on their own, but they only reach this level of perfection together (and, in More...
Sep 18, 2011
Aydrea
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Another awesome read, very intense! There is a lot going on in this book since the fallout in Crusade. The war is in full gear and Team Salamanca is having trouble, but they are a fierce group. I love reading the fight scenes because all of them are pretty BA. There were a lot of twists and turns in this book along with a heap of new information. There is not much I can say without ruining the story, but it was intriguing to say the least and I can't wait to see what happens next.
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Sep 28, 2011
Reading
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I seriously love this series! There are only a handful of books out there that can cause this much anxiety and emotion in me, but this is definitely one of them. I love it!
Crusade was non-stop action, and Damned certainly followed suit. In fact, as far as bloody battles go, I think this book topped Crusade. The vampires (Cursed Ones) are absolutely relentless, and so the hunters have to be just as relentless, fighting constantly for their lives, their sanity, and their souls. Nan More...
Crusade was non-stop action, and Damned certainly followed suit. In fact, as far as bloody battles go, I think this book topped Crusade. The vampires (Cursed Ones) are absolutely relentless, and so the hunters have to be just as relentless, fighting constantly for their lives, their sanity, and their souls. Nan More...
