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The Vampire's Hunter: A Rogue Brotherhood Novella
Vampire mafia romance like you've never seen before! For fans of spicy paranormal romance comes Kait Ballenger's action-packed Rogue Brotherhood series, featuring this dark, sexy standalone novella. When human waitress, Dani Harper, escaped her abusive, supernatural ex, she thought she'd never return to the Cosa della notte syndicate, until a twist of fate sends her running back into their vicious, glittering world, and straight into the arms of a wicked vampire, who once broke her heart...
Vampire mafia boss, Corbin Blackwell, is out for revenge against the monstrous vampire who sired him long ago, and with stunningly beautiful Dani playing the role of his fake mistress on his arm, he may just pull this hit off. Except Corbin doesn't account for the very real feelings he has for Dani, and when push comes to shove, Corbin finds himself forced to choose between the woman he loves, and the plot for revenge which consumes him...
Vampire mafia boss, Corbin Blackwell, is out for revenge against the monstrous vampire who sired him long ago, and with stunningly beautiful Dani playing the role of his fake mistress on his arm, he may just pull this hit off. Except Corbin doesn't account for the very real feelings he has for Dani, and when push comes to shove, Corbin finds himself forced to choose between the woman he loves, and the plot for revenge which consumes him...
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129 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 1, 2023
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Kait Ballenger
24 books1,187 followersKait Ballenger is an award-winning author of dark romantasy and paranormal romance. She is obsessed with tales of morally gray, sometimes villainous heroes and can’t resist a spicy redemption arc. When Kait’s not busy writing kinky paranormal fantasy, she can usually be found with her nose buried in someone else’s naughty books. She lives in Florida’s Bible Belt with her two adorable sons—and will gladly use that belt to whip you.
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August 13, 2023
A Vampire’s Hunter by Kait Ballenger
Rouge Brotherhood series novella. Can be read as a stand-alone. Vampire paranormal romance.
Dani Harper escaped from the Cosa della norte syndicate years ago with the help of Corbin Blackwell, one of the vampire leaders. Dani’s brother convinces her to go back to Corbin on an undercover mission. She is terrified but helpless against the ask. She’ll go back and put herself in the middle of a nightmare to help stop the human trafficking.
Dani plays the victim very well. She wants to believe the best about Corbin but keeps getting faced with facts that she was unaware of. I thought her moves in the last part were a wild gamble and very selfish. The epilogue adds a bow and sparkle to the romance and lifestyle that are a bit surprising. I appreciated it but don’t think the regular mafia romance readers will feel the same. I could be wrong. It’s not a genre I’ve indulged in much yet.
Rouge Brotherhood series novella. Can be read as a stand-alone. Vampire paranormal romance.
Dani Harper escaped from the Cosa della norte syndicate years ago with the help of Corbin Blackwell, one of the vampire leaders. Dani’s brother convinces her to go back to Corbin on an undercover mission. She is terrified but helpless against the ask. She’ll go back and put herself in the middle of a nightmare to help stop the human trafficking.
Dani plays the victim very well. She wants to believe the best about Corbin but keeps getting faced with facts that she was unaware of. I thought her moves in the last part were a wild gamble and very selfish. The epilogue adds a bow and sparkle to the romance and lifestyle that are a bit surprising. I appreciated it but don’t think the regular mafia romance readers will feel the same. I could be wrong. It’s not a genre I’ve indulged in much yet.
July 19, 2023
“She survived. She endured. Whatever life threw at her.”
Dani Harper, a human, has two jobs. One at a diner and the other at a supernatural-only bar. While she may not be immortal, she has always felt like she fits into their world.
⚠️CW: Please check the warnings as the book may not be suitable for all readers. As always, protect your mental health.💛
Tropes:
✨Vampires
✨Mafia romance
✨Fake dating
✨Spicy🌶️
✨Revenge
From cowboys, vampires, witches, sirens, revenge, and love. This book takes us on a journey where Dani’s brother Quinn requests for her help getting information from the mafia vampires.
Little does he know it’s not going to be as easy as it sounds, especially when revenge is involved. Lines tend to get blurred when you pretend to be the mistress of someone powerful.
With past trauma, heartbreak, and love. Dani must make some hard decisions. Will she help her brother? Will she get her revenge? Or will she find love once and for all?
Grab the book to find out!
Thank you, Kait Ballenger, for the EARC! As always, my review is my opinion and thoughts. This review will be shared on my Instagram (@Alexandriavwilliams_) shortly.
Dani Harper, a human, has two jobs. One at a diner and the other at a supernatural-only bar. While she may not be immortal, she has always felt like she fits into their world.
⚠️CW: Please check the warnings as the book may not be suitable for all readers. As always, protect your mental health.💛
Tropes:
✨Vampires
✨Mafia romance
✨Fake dating
✨Spicy🌶️
✨Revenge
From cowboys, vampires, witches, sirens, revenge, and love. This book takes us on a journey where Dani’s brother Quinn requests for her help getting information from the mafia vampires.
Little does he know it’s not going to be as easy as it sounds, especially when revenge is involved. Lines tend to get blurred when you pretend to be the mistress of someone powerful.
With past trauma, heartbreak, and love. Dani must make some hard decisions. Will she help her brother? Will she get her revenge? Or will she find love once and for all?
Grab the book to find out!
Thank you, Kait Ballenger, for the EARC! As always, my review is my opinion and thoughts. This review will be shared on my Instagram (@Alexandriavwilliams_) shortly.
July 30, 2023
3.5 stars
There's potential, but it needed to be worked at a little more for it to shine, in my opinion.
This novella started off great, and I was really into the first 30%. Dani gets recruited by her hunter brother to go undercover in the vampire mafia. Tell me that doesn't make you go "ooooh" with sparkles of excitement in your eyes? It certainly worked for me. Especially when Corbin, the vamp Dani is supposed to get intel from, turns out to be a fierce protector who might have a sweet spot for Dani.
There was some public spice that started out as a ruse but then became very real, which had me blushing at the bus stop.
"Now, for the sake of my reputation, do try to moan." *fans herself*
But after that point, things started nagging me.
**SPOILERS**
- The necklace is introduced as something Corbin gave Dani, but when C and D talk about it, D doesn't seem to know who gifted her. The importance she attaches to the necklace also shifts suddenly.
- Character inconsistencies. What put me off most was Corbin not seeming to care that Dani would be collateral damage, especially when he says he's been in love with her from the start. Even if he was in denial, he's written as this protector, touch her and you die type of man with morals (even though he's in the mafia). It doesn't fit with his character, imo.
- The scene where C bites D without consent when they're fighting... The whole scene feels off, and that's where the book lost me. I powered through only because it was a novella and I wanted to see where it went, but I would've DNF'ed otherwise. Also, it felt like Corbin was a different man in that scene?
- Repetition and spelling/grammatical errors that should've been flagged during the editing process. Some phrases were repeated very quickly (for example "tonight you are mine" and one sentence later "you are mine tonight"). Basic spelling and grammatical errors that become worse the more I read on. English is my third language. I only put this in my reviews when it's glaringly obvious and excessive.
- The characters and story could've been fleshed out a bit more.
3.5 stars because I liked reading it overall, although it requires more work to get to its true potential.
**I received an ARC through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**
There's potential, but it needed to be worked at a little more for it to shine, in my opinion.
This novella started off great, and I was really into the first 30%. Dani gets recruited by her hunter brother to go undercover in the vampire mafia. Tell me that doesn't make you go "ooooh" with sparkles of excitement in your eyes? It certainly worked for me. Especially when Corbin, the vamp Dani is supposed to get intel from, turns out to be a fierce protector who might have a sweet spot for Dani.
There was some public spice that started out as a ruse but then became very real, which had me blushing at the bus stop.
"Now, for the sake of my reputation, do try to moan." *fans herself*
But after that point, things started nagging me.
**SPOILERS**
- The necklace is introduced as something Corbin gave Dani, but when C and D talk about it, D doesn't seem to know who gifted her. The importance she attaches to the necklace also shifts suddenly.
- Character inconsistencies. What put me off most was Corbin not seeming to care that Dani would be collateral damage, especially when he says he's been in love with her from the start. Even if he was in denial, he's written as this protector, touch her and you die type of man with morals (even though he's in the mafia). It doesn't fit with his character, imo.
- The scene where C bites D without consent when they're fighting... The whole scene feels off, and that's where the book lost me. I powered through only because it was a novella and I wanted to see where it went, but I would've DNF'ed otherwise. Also, it felt like Corbin was a different man in that scene?
- Repetition and spelling/grammatical errors that should've been flagged during the editing process. Some phrases were repeated very quickly (for example "tonight you are mine" and one sentence later "you are mine tonight"). Basic spelling and grammatical errors that become worse the more I read on. English is my third language. I only put this in my reviews when it's glaringly obvious and excessive.
- The characters and story could've been fleshed out a bit more.
3.5 stars because I liked reading it overall, although it requires more work to get to its true potential.
**I received an ARC through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**
August 1, 2023
Full Review posted at A Book Lovin' Mama's Blog
This book does lean into a darker paranormal romance, so I recommend readers check their triggers.
What I loved most about this novella was how Kait Ballenger made the MMC Corbin Blackwell’s character true to a mafia boss and how they normally would be portrayed, especially in the movies/tv shows. He’s not going to be a likable character at first, which, if you have seen any real-life mafia documentaries and how they were, then you’ll understand. (I’ve watched so many documentaries thanks to my husband, who is obsessed with the mafia, and yes, I’ve seen almost every mafia-made movie out there, not only because of him but my father too.) That being said, Corbin may agree to protect Dani and give her what she wants, but can she really trust him?
I loved Corbin’s character and didn’t have any complaints about him. But, I’ve always been a fan of the alpha a-holes in books (to an extent), but with any character, he has a backstory that makes him the way he is, and it makes sense.
Dani’s character wasn’t my favorite, but that’s okay. She may be some other reader’s favorite. I wouldn’t say I liked how she agreed to be thrown back into the world she was saved from in Cowboy Wolf Outlaw. I knew she was drawn to the supernatural world and had feelings for Corbin, but she definitely put herself at risk. She wasn’t the typical strong heroine I normally read in PNR books, but that’s okay because even though I didn’t connect with her, other readers may like her.
Overall, it was an action-pack, dark, tense fast-paced read from Kait Ballenger. I need more vampire/mafia romance books after this book. I definitely think readers would enjoy this novella more if they read the other series Kait has written, but that’s just me being a Kait fan and wanting everyone to read her other books. You’re missing out if you haven’t read them.
Would I recommend this book? Yes. I recommend this to PNR readers who enjoy a mixture of vampires and mafia in their books.
This book does lean into a darker paranormal romance, so I recommend readers check their triggers.
What I loved most about this novella was how Kait Ballenger made the MMC Corbin Blackwell’s character true to a mafia boss and how they normally would be portrayed, especially in the movies/tv shows. He’s not going to be a likable character at first, which, if you have seen any real-life mafia documentaries and how they were, then you’ll understand. (I’ve watched so many documentaries thanks to my husband, who is obsessed with the mafia, and yes, I’ve seen almost every mafia-made movie out there, not only because of him but my father too.) That being said, Corbin may agree to protect Dani and give her what she wants, but can she really trust him?
I loved Corbin’s character and didn’t have any complaints about him. But, I’ve always been a fan of the alpha a-holes in books (to an extent), but with any character, he has a backstory that makes him the way he is, and it makes sense.
Dani’s character wasn’t my favorite, but that’s okay. She may be some other reader’s favorite. I wouldn’t say I liked how she agreed to be thrown back into the world she was saved from in Cowboy Wolf Outlaw. I knew she was drawn to the supernatural world and had feelings for Corbin, but she definitely put herself at risk. She wasn’t the typical strong heroine I normally read in PNR books, but that’s okay because even though I didn’t connect with her, other readers may like her.
Overall, it was an action-pack, dark, tense fast-paced read from Kait Ballenger. I need more vampire/mafia romance books after this book. I definitely think readers would enjoy this novella more if they read the other series Kait has written, but that’s just me being a Kait fan and wanting everyone to read her other books. You’re missing out if you haven’t read them.
Would I recommend this book? Yes. I recommend this to PNR readers who enjoy a mixture of vampires and mafia in their books.
July 31, 2023
Dani Harper gets an unexpected visit from her brother, Quinn, with a request. Quinn works for the Execution Underground, and they are after one particular supernatural being. Dani has a way in.
The way in is through another supernatural who broke Dani's heart, but Quinn doesn't care because the means justifies the end.
Corbin knows that Dani didn't show up at his establishment. Dani is counting on him to protect her like he's always done. A deal is proposed between them, but in the meantime, their relationship will be outwardly fake.
The plan doesn't go as it should when Corbin makes a last-minute decision that jeopardizes the whole operation. Dani is clued in that she was lied to and angry that her chance for revenge was snatched away.
Corbin is out of ideas, but Dani has one, but it will require the supernaturals to get on board. Can they trust a human?
I love this world where everyone isn't what you expect. I did want to shake Corbin for not acknowledging what was right in front of him. I liked how Dani's character grew.
I received an advanced reader's copy and voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
The way in is through another supernatural who broke Dani's heart, but Quinn doesn't care because the means justifies the end.
Corbin knows that Dani didn't show up at his establishment. Dani is counting on him to protect her like he's always done. A deal is proposed between them, but in the meantime, their relationship will be outwardly fake.
The plan doesn't go as it should when Corbin makes a last-minute decision that jeopardizes the whole operation. Dani is clued in that she was lied to and angry that her chance for revenge was snatched away.
Corbin is out of ideas, but Dani has one, but it will require the supernaturals to get on board. Can they trust a human?
I love this world where everyone isn't what you expect. I did want to shake Corbin for not acknowledging what was right in front of him. I liked how Dani's character grew.
I received an advanced reader's copy and voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
July 28, 2023
Dani Harper has gotten away from the vampire lifestyle. Her brother Quinn visit and wants her help. He wants her to return to Detroit to Corbin Blackwell to help take them down.
Corbin has saved Dani's life a few times and is shocked to see her in his club again. She asks for his help in taking down the vampire that sired Corbin and raped her.
Corbin and Dani have a history together; can they overcome the obstacles to a life together.
Corbin has saved Dani's life a few times and is shocked to see her in his club again. She asks for his help in taking down the vampire that sired Corbin and raped her.
Corbin and Dani have a history together; can they overcome the obstacles to a life together.
August 8, 2023
I fell in love with Kait Ballenger's 7 range shifter series. This continues the tales of a rich vibrant world only she creates. I will grab her books without reading the description knowing I will be Immersed in her world. I would rate her stories as wonderful as some of the greats in paranormal romance.
July 21, 2023
Vampires, vampire hunters, obsession, betrayal - and painful longing all ties up with action and revenge. And since revenge is best served cold, who better to dish it out than the undead. Fast and engaging, with a bit of burning longing , fun for all vamp fans.
July 23, 2023
This book had my heart pounding. Dani is used, betrayed and abused but in the end she is triumphant. Loved reading her story.
December 10, 2023
I'm obsessed with Ballenger's cowboy werewolf series so when I saw this vampire romance from her, I knew I immediately wanted to read it.
What's a human to do when surrounded by the world of the supernatural? Dani knows all about that world, the good and the very bad. She's tried to stay away but when her estranged brother comes to her asking for help, she reluctantly agrees. If only because it means seeing Corbin again.
With this novella being split into two POVs, Dani's and Corbin's, we get both sides of this unrequited romance and both characters learn a lot about themselves and each other along the way.
Thank you, Netgalley and Kait Ballenger, for the opportunity to review this ARC!
What's a human to do when surrounded by the world of the supernatural? Dani knows all about that world, the good and the very bad. She's tried to stay away but when her estranged brother comes to her asking for help, she reluctantly agrees. If only because it means seeing Corbin again.
With this novella being split into two POVs, Dani's and Corbin's, we get both sides of this unrequited romance and both characters learn a lot about themselves and each other along the way.
Thank you, Netgalley and Kait Ballenger, for the opportunity to review this ARC!
October 11, 2023
THE VAMPIRE’S HUNTER is a contemporary, adult stand alone, paranormal romance novella in the author’s ROGUE BROTHERHOOD, a spin off, set in the EXECUTION UNDERGROUND world. This is vampire Mafia boss Corbin Blackwell, and waitress Dani Harper’s story line. THE VAMPIRE’S HUNTER can be read as a stand alone, you do not have to have read the previous series.
Told from dual omniscient third person perspectives (Corbin and Dani) THE VAMPIRE’S HUNTER follows the search for Lucien, a vampire trafficking humans, a vampire who destroyed Dani’s life. Dani’s brother Quinn works for Execution Underground, and our heroine has experienced with worst of the worse. Hoping to get information on the vampire, Quinn pushes Dani to seek out the one man that controls her heart. Enter vampire Mafia boss and head of the Cosa della note syndicate Corbin Blackwell, and the man with whom Dani has fallen in love. What ensues is the rebuilding relationship between Corbin and Dani, and the potential fall-out as their need for revenge threatens the life of our story line heroine.
The relationship between Dani and Corbin is one of unrequited love. Dani has been in love with Corbin for as long as she can remember but believes Corbin wants nothing to do with her love. Corbin has loved and lost, and in this refuses to place Dani in the face of danger but their need for revenge against the vampire that destroyed Dani’s life is about to implode, and Corbin is forced to claim Dani for all time. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
We are introduced Corbin’s right-hand vampire Kharis; Mafia vampire boss Angelo, siren Cassandra, vampire Lucien, as well as Dani’s brother Quinn,.
THE VAMPIRE’S HUNTER is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, forgiveness and love. The character driven premise is enchanting and inviting; the romance is spicy; the characters are desperate and wounded.
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Told from dual omniscient third person perspectives (Corbin and Dani) THE VAMPIRE’S HUNTER follows the search for Lucien, a vampire trafficking humans, a vampire who destroyed Dani’s life. Dani’s brother Quinn works for Execution Underground, and our heroine has experienced with worst of the worse. Hoping to get information on the vampire, Quinn pushes Dani to seek out the one man that controls her heart. Enter vampire Mafia boss and head of the Cosa della note syndicate Corbin Blackwell, and the man with whom Dani has fallen in love. What ensues is the rebuilding relationship between Corbin and Dani, and the potential fall-out as their need for revenge threatens the life of our story line heroine.
The relationship between Dani and Corbin is one of unrequited love. Dani has been in love with Corbin for as long as she can remember but believes Corbin wants nothing to do with her love. Corbin has loved and lost, and in this refuses to place Dani in the face of danger but their need for revenge against the vampire that destroyed Dani’s life is about to implode, and Corbin is forced to claim Dani for all time. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
We are introduced Corbin’s right-hand vampire Kharis; Mafia vampire boss Angelo, siren Cassandra, vampire Lucien, as well as Dani’s brother Quinn,.
THE VAMPIRE’S HUNTER is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, forgiveness and love. The character driven premise is enchanting and inviting; the romance is spicy; the characters are desperate and wounded.
www.thereadingcafe.com
copy supplied for review
August 6, 2023
Vampire mafia romance like you've never seen before! For fans of spicy paranormal romance comes Kait Ballenger's action-packed Rogue Brotherhood series, featuring this dark, sexy standalone novella. When human waitress, Dani Harper, escaped her abusive, supernatural ex, she thought she'd never return to the Cosa della notte syndicate, until a twist of fate sends her running back into their vicious, glittering world, and straight into the arms of a wicked vampire, who once broke her heart. Vampire mafia boss, Corbin Blackwell, is out for revenge against the monstrous vampire who sired him long ago, and with stunningly beautiful Dani playing the role of his fake mistress on his arm, he may just pull this hit off. Except Corbin doesn't account for the very real feelings he has for Dani, and when push comes to shove, Corbin finds himself forced to choose between the woman he loves, and the plot for revenge which consumes him.
Ok let me start by saying that I love the anti-heroes and Corbin definitely fits that bill in ways I wasn't expecting! But I loved him! He and Dani have a history that I wasn't really expecting, but I really liked. But there is also more to Dani's history than I was expecting. So if you have some triggers, I would definitely check out any trigger warnings in case they might be something that will hit hard for you. I really enjoyed her character and how much she has been through and come through. My only issue with this book? I wish it had been longer. Because it is a shorter book, it almost felt like the ending was rushed. That was the only thing that knocked it down for me. Everything else? I loved! And since I do love vampires, it was right up my alley for me!
Ok let me start by saying that I love the anti-heroes and Corbin definitely fits that bill in ways I wasn't expecting! But I loved him! He and Dani have a history that I wasn't really expecting, but I really liked. But there is also more to Dani's history than I was expecting. So if you have some triggers, I would definitely check out any trigger warnings in case they might be something that will hit hard for you. I really enjoyed her character and how much she has been through and come through. My only issue with this book? I wish it had been longer. Because it is a shorter book, it almost felt like the ending was rushed. That was the only thing that knocked it down for me. Everything else? I loved! And since I do love vampires, it was right up my alley for me!
July 26, 2023
Dani Harper is still recovering from an abusive relationship, but when her brother Quinn requests her help she willingly goes back to the supernatural world of vampire mafia lord Corbin Blackwell, leaving her dead-end diner waitress job for the glamorous façade of being Corbin's mistress.
This novella has many familiar tropes - the delicate human heroine to whom bad things happen because she is just so beautiful and looks so innocent, The alpha male vampire with his "touch her and die" attitude and chronic self-hatred.
Dani and Corbin act like teenagers with their angst and drama and various body parts getting hard all the time. What they do not do is talk to each other, choosing instead to keep things secret, things that come back to mess up their plans and hurt their feelings exactly as we know they will.
The writing isn't polished, the descriptions aren't detailed, and many parts needed an editor because they get repetitive. For example, a character is described as "the Greek" several times, Dani bursts into tears several times, Corbin tells himself he can't have her several times, Dani says she is going to get her revenge several times . . . you get the drift. Considering this is a 100 page novella, I would expect there to be less repetition.
All in all, there is very little to separate The Vampire's Hunter to hundreds of other, better written vampire and human love stories.
Thank you to NetGalley for letting me review this book.
August 15, 2023
Dani's brother comes to her for help to take down a vampire. Her family are vampire hunters, but she is drawn to vampires and they to her. She decides to help him because it will bring her back into Corbin's life. Corbin is the head of one of the vampire families. He has always been attracted to Dani but keeps her at arm's length because he knows she will be his downfall. Trouble is brewing between the families. Will Dani help her brother? Will Corbin save Dani? Will the past come between them all?
I liked this book. The character and the story were wonderful. I liked Dani and Corbin. Her brother, not so much. He used her. Fortunately, Dani is more powerful than any of them expected. She surprises them all. I was glad when Corbin finally tells the truth about his past and their past.
The proofreading left a lot to be desired. Yes, the words were spelled right but the right word often was not used. With much, it should be too, not to. There were other words that were also misused (president for precedent.) and that brought me out of the story too often. Please do not use spell check to edit. Have someone read the book and make sure the words are the correct words. I am glad I did not have a print copy of this as I would have pulled out my red pen and corrected it. It was a shame as the characters were a 5. The story was a 5. The proofreading was a 1.
I liked this book. The character and the story were wonderful. I liked Dani and Corbin. Her brother, not so much. He used her. Fortunately, Dani is more powerful than any of them expected. She surprises them all. I was glad when Corbin finally tells the truth about his past and their past.
The proofreading left a lot to be desired. Yes, the words were spelled right but the right word often was not used. With much, it should be too, not to. There were other words that were also misused (president for precedent.) and that brought me out of the story too often. Please do not use spell check to edit. Have someone read the book and make sure the words are the correct words. I am glad I did not have a print copy of this as I would have pulled out my red pen and corrected it. It was a shame as the characters were a 5. The story was a 5. The proofreading was a 1.
August 26, 2023
I have loved every book Kait's written. This is set in her Rogue Brotherhood and helps us understand what lead to Rogue Wolf Hunter that released last year. Quinn Harper works with The Execution Underground protecting humans from the supernaturals. He approaches his sister Dani for help infiltrating the vampire Cosa della notte syndicate because she was freed from he abusive ex Cillian who was part of it. She and Corbin Blackwell, an ancient vampire and a top figure in the syndicate, have history and we finally get their story. She's loved Corbin for a long time and he has been keeping his distance thinking it will keep her safe. It hasn't as evidenced by Cillian, and she calls him on it. The Execution Underground wants to bring down Lucien who was Corbin's sire. Corbin wants to get revenge on Lucien for turning him and not teaching him about his new reality which lead to the death of his wife. This story brings everything to the surface and I loved seeing it all sorted out.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
July 31, 2023
Usually I really like Kait Ballenger's writing, this book not so much. The writing just felt off from the beginning. There was a intimate scene at the beginning that was just so not right. And then certain scenes just did not make sense with what she was trying to portray. The pacing was very uneven, it just seemed like a hot mess.
Dani (the female lead) is a human trying to survive in the supernatural world, and not doing a very good job . She had been brutalized and still jumped right back into the crazy. What? She already has super low self esteem and lets herself be treated like garbage. It just does not make sense.
Corbin (the male lead) is a vampire who is head of the vampire mafia!! He supposedly cares for Dani but, does not treat her well or respect her. It is hard to care for a story when both leads are unlikable, and just yucky.
Received as an ARC from Netgalley.
Dani (the female lead) is a human trying to survive in the supernatural world, and not doing a very good job . She had been brutalized and still jumped right back into the crazy. What? She already has super low self esteem and lets herself be treated like garbage. It just does not make sense.
Corbin (the male lead) is a vampire who is head of the vampire mafia!! He supposedly cares for Dani but, does not treat her well or respect her. It is hard to care for a story when both leads are unlikable, and just yucky.
Received as an ARC from Netgalley.
July 27, 2023
This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.
This is not my favorite of this Rogue Brotherhood books. I just did not feel the chemistry between Dani and Corbin.
Throwing in Dani's brother to get her back into the vampire world seemed self-serving and actually really cruel of her brother.
Corbin didn't seem to have any problem moving on from any feelings about Dani when he took up with Cassandra. Dani felt too forgiving for my taste as Corbin continued to deny anything with her and at some point, I would just wash my hands of someone like that but Dani kept trying - which is probably what I didn't like about her.
There were a few twists at the end that made the book more interesting and kept my attention.
This is not my favorite of this Rogue Brotherhood books. I just did not feel the chemistry between Dani and Corbin.
Throwing in Dani's brother to get her back into the vampire world seemed self-serving and actually really cruel of her brother.
Corbin didn't seem to have any problem moving on from any feelings about Dani when he took up with Cassandra. Dani felt too forgiving for my taste as Corbin continued to deny anything with her and at some point, I would just wash my hands of someone like that but Dani kept trying - which is probably what I didn't like about her.
There were a few twists at the end that made the book more interesting and kept my attention.
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July 25, 2023This a fast read only took just over an hour so perfect for when you want something fast for once I wasn't reading into the early hours of the morning
Corbin Blackwell is the head of the Vampire Mafia and he is bent on revenge against his sire and with the help of human Dani Harper who has been drawn back into the supernatural world by her brother Last time she met Corbin he broke her heart. Soon he will have to make a decision revenge and hurt Danni or admit what she means to him and protect her This is a fast paced fun read with quite a few twists and turns
Corbin Blackwell is the head of the Vampire Mafia and he is bent on revenge against his sire and with the help of human Dani Harper who has been drawn back into the supernatural world by her brother Last time she met Corbin he broke her heart. Soon he will have to make a decision revenge and hurt Danni or admit what she means to him and protect her This is a fast paced fun read with quite a few twists and turns
August 21, 2023
This was a different turn on the vampire genre of fiction reading. A mafia romance intertwining with vampires had caught my interest from the get go. Each page was spicy all the way to the end connecting the readers to how much the main characters felt about each other, passionately. Even though this is a quick read, there is a need for another round of edits which in the end, would make this a four star rating.
All in all, this book is a fast paced read that has the readers hooked from beginning to end!
All in all, this book is a fast paced read that has the readers hooked from beginning to end!
August 1, 2023
Dani is human and after escaping the supernatural world, she works in a small diner as a waitress. Her brother comes strutting in and asks her to help the Execution Underground, paranormal hunters. So she goes back to Corbin, a vampire mafia boss and very very old. Corbin has plans to take out his sire with Dani as his "fake" girlfriend. Dani has loved Corbin for years but he will barely acknowledge her. Now working together they both want revenge on the same vampire. But Corbin could lose the woman he has loved forever if he doesn't save her first.
Short. The ending was a little anticlimactic to me. Still worth reading. Vampires. Sex. Secrets. A vampire who doesn't believe he deserves happiness and a human who is always waiting for someone else to save her until she stands up for herself.
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Short. The ending was a little anticlimactic to me. Still worth reading. Vampires. Sex. Secrets. A vampire who doesn't believe he deserves happiness and a human who is always waiting for someone else to save her until she stands up for herself.
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July 28, 2023
Fab Paranormal Read
A fast paced sultry read with betrayal, passion, secrets that will keep you glued to the storyline.
Corbin had his reasons for denying himself happiness with Dani and he’s on a mission of revenge.
So many twists and turns within the storyline it kept me engrossed until the end and still I wanted more!
Looking forward to reading more from this author!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own
A fast paced sultry read with betrayal, passion, secrets that will keep you glued to the storyline.
Corbin had his reasons for denying himself happiness with Dani and he’s on a mission of revenge.
So many twists and turns within the storyline it kept me engrossed until the end and still I wanted more!
Looking forward to reading more from this author!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own
December 27, 2023
NetGalley ARC Educator 550974
Ms Ballenger has done it again. This is Corbin and Dani's story. Dani wants Corbin but he is playing hard to get. She is a hunter and he is a vampire and head of one of the most powerful vampire families in the US. My only complaint is that the novella is too short but alas, it was not a full book. The series is an exciting one that will pull you in, however this is a standalone offering. Brava as always.
Ms Ballenger has done it again. This is Corbin and Dani's story. Dani wants Corbin but he is playing hard to get. She is a hunter and he is a vampire and head of one of the most powerful vampire families in the US. My only complaint is that the novella is too short but alas, it was not a full book. The series is an exciting one that will pull you in, however this is a standalone offering. Brava as always.
February 8, 2025
If you like Vampire Mafia, this book is for you. For a novella, it moves quickly and packs a lot of drama, vengeance, and romance. Dani, as a human was horribly abused by vampire Lucien. Now she is back in their world to help her brother Quinn take down Lucien. But Colin and Dani have history and both fight their attraction, until it nearly gets them killed. The epilogue has a sweet hea.
August 17, 2023
This was a great story to get lost in for an afternoon. This didn't feel like a novella, the story moved along really well. Normally novellas are "wham bam", but this one took its time. Well done.
August 24, 2023
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for granting me a copy of this book in return for my honest opinions.
A quick read but packed full of action. And spicy romance.
Loved ever page
Recommend.
A quick read but packed full of action. And spicy romance.
Loved ever page
Recommend.
October 4, 2023
Action packed, heart racing journey filled with dangerous and exciting charters, witty dialog, emotionally thrilling twists and edge of your seat turns. A highly entertaining read from beginning to end.
August 26, 2023
THE VAMPIRE’S HUNTER by Kait Ballenger is a A Rogue Brotherhood Novella
Wonderful characters, Page-turner, Romantic, Unpredictable, Happily Ever After
Wonderful characters, Page-turner, Romantic, Unpredictable, Happily Ever After
December 27, 2024
The Vampire’s Hunter: A Rogue Brotherhood Novella
This was a good side story to the Vampire Hunter series. You get the back story of Corbin and Dani and how they finally came to be.
This was a good side story to the Vampire Hunter series. You get the back story of Corbin and Dani and how they finally came to be.
September 10, 2023
A big thank you to NetGalley and the author for the eARC. I am voluntarily reviewing this book. This reads okay as a stand alone. I did feel as if I was missing some back story. This is relatively short-a novella, its only 140 pages. This has a lot in it...revenge, unrequited love, vampires, mafia. There are lots of surprises, and things are not what they seem. This was an interesting read. I did really like Corbin. 3.5 stars I think most paranormal romance readers will enjoy this book.
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