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Hellbourne #1-3
Hellbourne
Even when your father is the devil, love can be a scary thing.
Luc Hellbourne is crushed when his werewolf lover dumps him for a female. Feeling unwanted he gives himself to the first guy who asks, Master Vampire Nikkolai Remondi. Except Nikkolai decides to keep Luc and when his ex-lover wants him back, all hell breaks loose. Which is easy when you’re the devil’s son.
Luc Hellbourne is crushed when his werewolf lover dumps him for a female. Feeling unwanted he gives himself to the first guy who asks, Master Vampire Nikkolai Remondi. Except Nikkolai decides to keep Luc and when his ex-lover wants him back, all hell breaks loose. Which is easy when you’re the devil’s son.
176 pages, ebook
First published May 29, 2009
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About the author
Amber Kell
179 books1,283 followersAmber Kell has made a career out of daydreaming. It has been a lifelong habit she practices diligently as shown by her complete lack of focus on anything not related to her fantasy world building.
When she told her husband what she wanted to do with her life he told her to go have fun.
During those seconds she isn't writing she remembers she has children who humor her with games of 'what if' and let her drag them to foreign lands to gather inspiration. Her youngest confided in her that he wants to write because he longs for a website and an author name—two things apparently necessary to be a proper writer.
Despite her husband's insistence she doesn't drink enough to be a true literary genius she continues to spin stories of people falling happily in love and staying that way.
She is thwarted during the day by a traffic jam of cats on the stairway and a puppy who insists on walks, but she bravely perseveres..
She also writes under the name Mikela Q. Chase
When she told her husband what she wanted to do with her life he told her to go have fun.
During those seconds she isn't writing she remembers she has children who humor her with games of 'what if' and let her drag them to foreign lands to gather inspiration. Her youngest confided in her that he wants to write because he longs for a website and an author name—two things apparently necessary to be a proper writer.
Despite her husband's insistence she doesn't drink enough to be a true literary genius she continues to spin stories of people falling happily in love and staying that way.
She is thwarted during the day by a traffic jam of cats on the stairway and a puppy who insists on walks, but she bravely perseveres..
She also writes under the name Mikela Q. Chase
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Displaying 1 - 16 of 16 reviews
July 8, 2011
This is definitely not story for me. All emotions were so shallow and empty, and the characters were boring!
May 8, 2012
I started this series with Hellbourne: Lost and Found and wasn't much impressed with it because it felt jagged and incomplete. Reading all three as one story fixed that (a lot) but there were still parts that felt somewhat disjointed.
Luc, the son of Lucifer, sleeps with anyone and everyone though his heart clearly belongs to one. (Okay, okay, at first he's looking for rebound sex, but anyway...) Some of the extra sex fits into the plot, but others (Jerrod) didn't seem necessary. Now, that being said, Luc wasn't a romantic (though I think his wolf might've said he was) and he seemed at ease in his playing, so Jerrod fit in with the character Kell painted.
I did like that Luc didn't have a perfect life even though he had perfect beauty, some damn strong fae powers, and both damned and not-damned powerful relatives. Everything comes full circle from his lover spurning him for pups to his friend's betrayal to a lust-at-first-sight undead stalker. I may not have enjoyed each aspect, but I had to point out that it all made some sense since there were some reviews that didn't "get" some of those minor characters.
Luc, the son of Lucifer, sleeps with anyone and everyone though his heart clearly belongs to one. (Okay, okay, at first he's looking for rebound sex, but anyway...) Some of the extra sex fits into the plot, but others (Jerrod) didn't seem necessary. Now, that being said, Luc wasn't a romantic (though I think his wolf might've said he was) and he seemed at ease in his playing, so Jerrod fit in with the character Kell painted.
I did like that Luc didn't have a perfect life even though he had perfect beauty, some damn strong fae powers, and both damned and not-damned powerful relatives. Everything comes full circle from his lover spurning him for pups to his friend's betrayal to a lust-at-first-sight undead stalker. I may not have enjoyed each aspect, but I had to point out that it all made some sense since there were some reviews that didn't "get" some of those minor characters.
December 22, 2012
Jesus, it's like a magical buffet bar that serves ten thousand helpings of Stu.
The MC, Luc, is the biggest Gary Stu ever. He's gorgeous, overpowered, immortal, loved by everyone, lusted after by everyone, is a demon master, vampire master, and his attitude factor is over 9000.
EVERY character wants to have sex with him, with the exception of maybe his brother and father, but only because if they do, the A.K. will have to add the incest tag. I mean, what other reason could they possibly have to deny Luc's perfection?
Seriously, 100/100 on the Stu Scale.
The MC, Luc, is the biggest Gary Stu ever. He's gorgeous, overpowered, immortal, loved by everyone, lusted after by everyone, is a demon master, vampire master, and his attitude factor is over 9000.
EVERY character wants to have sex with him, with the exception of maybe his brother and father, but only because if they do, the A.K. will have to add the incest tag. I mean, what other reason could they possibly have to deny Luc's perfection?
Seriously, 100/100 on the Stu Scale.
June 16, 2016
3.75 Stars rounded up. Not a whole lot of depth but just a fun romp. I really enjoyed it.
February 6, 2017
DNF
Overly dramatic, overly pretty people...could not would not in a house, could not would not with a mouse
Overly dramatic, overly pretty people...could not would not in a house, could not would not with a mouse
June 19, 2017
I loved jarrod the most for his devotion to lucifer and how his demon servant would go back to the place where he was tortured.
But i also loved his mates the only character i didn't really like was his eldest brother.
But i also loved his mates the only character i didn't really like was his eldest brother.
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February 8, 2022
Fun quick read. 4 stars cause I'm tired and it cheered me up today.
Pro-tip: it's on the authors blog in chapter increments starting in May 2020
Pro-tip: it's on the authors blog in chapter increments starting in May 2020
June 22, 2013
Amber Kell has written another great shifter story in Hellbourne. It's a quirky tale that involves vampires, demons, werewolves, and the half fae son of Lucifer himself. Luc Hellbourne has had one hell of a few weeks. His werewolf lover of twenty years has left him for a female, he's become the new lover of a master vampire, his father wants him back in Hell permanently, and his brothers give new meaning to the term sibling rivalry!
This is a character driven story that gives a unique and slightly hilarious twist to the idea of having a bad day. The plot flows smoothly from point to point without annoying jumps, and the characters are likeable. The sex is steamy and hot without being smarmy, and the action is skillfully blended with enough angst to produce a entertaining tale. The author's style of writing is original, clear, concise, and slightly quirky. I really, really enjoyed reading this walk on the wacky side tale, and would happily recommend it to anyone looking for something decidedly different to read.
Trish's 3 1/2 sweet pea review appears at http://mrsconditreadsbooks.com/index....
This is a character driven story that gives a unique and slightly hilarious twist to the idea of having a bad day. The plot flows smoothly from point to point without annoying jumps, and the characters are likeable. The sex is steamy and hot without being smarmy, and the action is skillfully blended with enough angst to produce a entertaining tale. The author's style of writing is original, clear, concise, and slightly quirky. I really, really enjoyed reading this walk on the wacky side tale, and would happily recommend it to anyone looking for something decidedly different to read.
Trish's 3 1/2 sweet pea review appears at http://mrsconditreadsbooks.com/index....
August 25, 2011
I really liked this book. I however was disappointed with the ending. Not knowing if there is going to be more books added to this was a let down. However, the entire concept was put together very well and pulled me in. I ended up reading the book in one day. Usually very hard for someone like me, but it just sucked me in.
February 11, 2017
3/5 I'm feeling too generous. XD
At first the book didn't appear appealing to me, but as I read more into it I found myself liking it more that I thought I would. All of the characters were likable, and the writing was pretty amusing too. Anyway, it was fun and easy to read- perfect for a casual reading.
Plus I really enjoy the little harem they constructed here. :3
At first the book didn't appear appealing to me, but as I read more into it I found myself liking it more that I thought I would. All of the characters were likable, and the writing was pretty amusing too. Anyway, it was fun and easy to read- perfect for a casual reading.
Plus I really enjoy the little harem they constructed here. :3
October 22, 2011
2.5 stars. This was okay, and I liked the first few chapters. But as the story progressed, it just became less fun to read. There didn't seem to be a limit to Luc's powers, other than overusing it so he becomes exhausted.
October 27, 2011
I'm really becoming a fan of Amber Kell's sense of humor.
May 24, 2011
Ms Kell once again brings new life to an old favourite. Well done!
not-for-me
July 7, 2011Not interested after seeing reviews, like this one: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...
October 7, 2013
it was nice to have a three in one deal.
Well this has been nice reread.
Well this has been nice reread.
September 27, 2014
Kind of fun, a little funny. Not good exactly, but for one of those mindless days
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