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Off Axis: A Modern Day Vampire Saga
When seduction unfolds as pranic sacrilege…
Join up again with Mars as he crashes through the gates of hell on a destructive wave of inadvertent drug abuse, plummeting relationships and mandatory murder, the residue of the latter, sticking to his hands like black tar.
Fortunately, he has Anton, his friend, mentor and principal, who stands vigilantly by his side as he wrestles with the reality of the more provocative aspects of Lair life. But, as the dust settles around the carnage, what emerges? When Mars grows out of his old skin and it inevitably sheds, how does he feel about the new Vampire that stares back at him from the abyss?
The Lair is his home, and the clan his family. He is a guardian, and it is his job and his honour to protect them and preserve their sanctuary. But what exactly does such a vocation demand? How deep is the pond? When the devil dives beneath the surface, how far down does he go? And for the sake of his kin, how far is Mars willing to follow?
Join up again with Mars as he crashes through the gates of hell on a destructive wave of inadvertent drug abuse, plummeting relationships and mandatory murder, the residue of the latter, sticking to his hands like black tar.
Fortunately, he has Anton, his friend, mentor and principal, who stands vigilantly by his side as he wrestles with the reality of the more provocative aspects of Lair life. But, as the dust settles around the carnage, what emerges? When Mars grows out of his old skin and it inevitably sheds, how does he feel about the new Vampire that stares back at him from the abyss?
The Lair is his home, and the clan his family. He is a guardian, and it is his job and his honour to protect them and preserve their sanctuary. But what exactly does such a vocation demand? How deep is the pond? When the devil dives beneath the surface, how far down does he go? And for the sake of his kin, how far is Mars willing to follow?
460 pages, Paperback
Published January 8, 2018
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D.D. Scarlet
29 books10 followersD.D. Scarlet has always enjoyed the creative release found in writing. She is naturally introverted and growing up in the Australian bush in partial isolation, the beasts of the land became her familiars, and when life threw at her dangers and challenges, as life does to us all, her instincts peeked through the chaos and she quickly reverted to the primal behaviours imprinted on her during her childhood.
She is naturally happy and vivacious and sure, she can work a crowd like a celebrity when the need arises, or she simply feels the call, but once her desires have been satisfied she happily retreats back to her lair where she no longer has to conform to the societal smokescreens that enslave humanity and exhaust her.
Aside writing, her other interests are of a Spiritual/Supernatural/Paranormal nature… She has a passion for all forms of energy whether they be based in physics, blood, magic, prayer or the paranormal. Throwing open the lid of Pandora’s Box and investigating all the shiny things within both excites and pleases her.
How much of her writing is based on fact and/or actual experiences..? The real question, is how much of it isn’t?
She is naturally happy and vivacious and sure, she can work a crowd like a celebrity when the need arises, or she simply feels the call, but once her desires have been satisfied she happily retreats back to her lair where she no longer has to conform to the societal smokescreens that enslave humanity and exhaust her.
Aside writing, her other interests are of a Spiritual/Supernatural/Paranormal nature… She has a passion for all forms of energy whether they be based in physics, blood, magic, prayer or the paranormal. Throwing open the lid of Pandora’s Box and investigating all the shiny things within both excites and pleases her.
How much of her writing is based on fact and/or actual experiences..? The real question, is how much of it isn’t?
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January 24, 2018
A solid effort by D.D. Scarlet. A lusty and bawdy tale of Vampires and their interactions in "the Lair". Lots of hot and steamy action.
The only down side I would mention is a penchant for using too many exclamation marks, adjectives and adverbs that detract a little from the narrative. Aside from that, the author has created a world and characters that tell a rollicking story.
If you're a sucker (pun intended) for these types of novels, you should enjoy this one.
The only down side I would mention is a penchant for using too many exclamation marks, adjectives and adverbs that detract a little from the narrative. Aside from that, the author has created a world and characters that tell a rollicking story.
If you're a sucker (pun intended) for these types of novels, you should enjoy this one.
January 23, 2018
In all honesty I was surprised by how hooked I became with this book. I could not put it down. The friendship dynamic between Lars and Anton is wonderfully written. The sex scenes left me hot and flustered. The pivotal transition of Lars was described with passion and I became very invested in his evolution. A truly captiviating and brilliant read.
June 4, 2018
This book delves darker than the first. It's easy to read and carries a good storyline, filled with corcupiscent scenes that may appear over the top to some.
I enjoyed the level of character building DD Scarlet put into her work. She has developed an interesting blend of characters, each with their own motivations - both positive and negative. It's almost as if she based them on people she knows.
In particular, I like the bonding between Mars and his mentor Anton.
I enjoyed the level of character building DD Scarlet put into her work. She has developed an interesting blend of characters, each with their own motivations - both positive and negative. It's almost as if she based them on people she knows.
In particular, I like the bonding between Mars and his mentor Anton.
February 24, 2018
What a gritty read with well-developed characters and intriguing plot. Love the way this gutsy author writes without candy coating the dark, twisted and horrible which is why I gave the 5 star rating.
While this isn't a book for everyone, it is definitely purchase-worthy for any lover of the Vampire/Erotica genre wishing to spend time in the lair.
While this isn't a book for everyone, it is definitely purchase-worthy for any lover of the Vampire/Erotica genre wishing to spend time in the lair.
April 19, 2018
Desperate and Dark
Another dark and compelling journey into the world of DD Scarlet's vamps. I was drawn into a maelstrom of dark urges, compulsion and evil counterpointed by insight. I don't know how to feel about this world but I hope it's fiction only. So scary at times but so invested in the characters...
Another dark and compelling journey into the world of DD Scarlet's vamps. I was drawn into a maelstrom of dark urges, compulsion and evil counterpointed by insight. I don't know how to feel about this world but I hope it's fiction only. So scary at times but so invested in the characters...
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June 15, 2018
I just finished Off Axis, and still reeling from this complicated story Ms Scarlet created. I gave the first book four stars, but this is a five star all the way. The richness of the world of the modern Vampire is layered, layer upon layer of intrigue and complexity.
In this book, D.D expanded the pov to other main characters. Off-Axis opens the reader up to the mindset of very primal creatures. Mars is still the main character, and his emotional range is impressive.
Ms Scarlet has taken the trope of Vampire and made it feel like it is real in this world. Then she shows you how entirely broken that world is.
In this book, D.D expanded the pov to other main characters. Off-Axis opens the reader up to the mindset of very primal creatures. Mars is still the main character, and his emotional range is impressive.
Ms Scarlet has taken the trope of Vampire and made it feel like it is real in this world. Then she shows you how entirely broken that world is.
March 25, 2018
A strong second installment story-wise where Mars's integrity is put to the test, and we see the deeper complexity of Jade's psyche. Looking forward to seeing how Mars copes with his challenges and I'm so hoping that Jade pushes through her demons (or maybe works with them) and tears a certain monster to pieces. Literally. These vampires aren't sugar-coated, nor do they sparkle.
It's also refreshing to read a work that hasn't been self-censored by the author. She's graphic in her depiction of sex and sexual violence, but the violence has a strong tie-in to character development as she's used it as an educational tool to send a very clear message about why it's unacceptable in society. As Mars learns how to recognise narcissism and domestic violence in his home, so too does the reader. That can be hard to read, but there is a clear moral message underlying the story, and that's if you're under the thumb of a narcissist or an abuser then you must find a way out. You must ask for help. That is a message worth respecting.
It's also refreshing to read a work that hasn't been self-censored by the author. She's graphic in her depiction of sex and sexual violence, but the violence has a strong tie-in to character development as she's used it as an educational tool to send a very clear message about why it's unacceptable in society. As Mars learns how to recognise narcissism and domestic violence in his home, so too does the reader. That can be hard to read, but there is a clear moral message underlying the story, and that's if you're under the thumb of a narcissist or an abuser then you must find a way out. You must ask for help. That is a message worth respecting.
June 6, 2018
Crimson Hue, the first book in the series, left me with questions I was desperately wanting answers to. Off Axis provided me with the answers, but then left me with a new set of at the end. As we continue to follow Mars now that he is settled at the lair, new events start to take place, which only seem to engulf Mars into a tangled web of which he is unaware. However, Mars starts to question a few of the events that have occurred, which makes him believe that other things that have happened are not just a coincidence. The more that Mars questions what is going on, the more his life begins to spiral out of control.
This story continues to keep me intrigued as to what is next for Mars and his kin. While there are a few editing issues with this book, I was happy to overlook them as the plot and the characters kept me interested. This is an Erotic Fantasy, so there are graphic sex scenes and some violence in this book. However, if you enjoy this genre, I recommend you give it a go.
This story continues to keep me intrigued as to what is next for Mars and his kin. While there are a few editing issues with this book, I was happy to overlook them as the plot and the characters kept me interested. This is an Erotic Fantasy, so there are graphic sex scenes and some violence in this book. However, if you enjoy this genre, I recommend you give it a go.
February 1, 2018
A brilliant addition to the series, filled with struggle and a brutal reality as mars struggles with being a vampire, once again the reader is not shielded from reality which makes this series brutal and forces you to struggle along with mars as you take this next step with him. While some themes are hard to read the story remains compelling and you feel for mars every step of the way, I cant wait for the next book and to see where the darkness takes the readers next. Definitely not a book for the faint hearted and some readers will not be able to read some of the content. I found the reality of the book refreshing and I wait to see what mars will decide to do next. Dark and confronting not your typical vampire novel.
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