Blaze

The Protectors #10

by Teresa Gabelman

Haunted by a past he’s struggling to forget, Blaze once again finds himself a VC Warrior—something he swore would never happen. Confident he could easily walk away again, his connection to a certain redhead makes that decision harder than he imagined.

Trying to fit into the Warrior world, Katrina holds a secret that could ruin the new life she is fighting to fit into. And having feelings for a certain Warrior does not make things any easier.

As Blaze’s past catches up to him and Katrina’s secret is exposed, they discover a deep bond that neither can fight. It soon becomes clear that a past can be put to rest, but secrets can be deadly.

Genres: Vampires, Paranormal, Paranormal Romance, Romance, Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Supernatural

ebook

Published February 21, 2017

About the author

Teresa Gabelman is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the 'Protectors Series.' When not writing about sexy alpha vampires and the women who drive them crazy, she can be found on a lake with a fishing pole/Kindle, at an MMA event, or spending a fun evening with family.

Being a full-time writer has allowed Teresa to connect more with readers, which she loves most about writing. If you find the time, she would love to hear from you!

Website: www.teresagabelman.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Teresa...
Email: tgabelman@live.com

PARANORMAL

THE PROTECTORS/MATES SERIES
(Reading Order)

Damon - Book #1
Jared - Book #2
Duncan - Book #3
Sid - Book #4
Adam - Book #5
Slade - Book #6
A Warrior Wedding - Book #7
Jax - Book #8
Sloan - Book #9
Blaze - Book #10
The Invisible Warrior - Book #11
Ronan - Book #12
Nicole - Book #13
Viktor - Book #14
Tessa - Book #15
A Warrior Christmas - Book #16
Bishop - Book #17
Pam - Book #18
Charger - Book #19
A Warrior Halloween - Book #20
Lana - Book #21
Raven - Book #22
Ryker - Book #23
A Warrior Thanksgiving - Book #24
Angelina - Book #25
Jake - Book #26

LEE COUNTY WOLVES SERIES
Forbidden Hunger - Book #1
Forbidden Seduction - Book #2
Forbidden Desire - Book #3
Forbidden Temptation - Book #4
Forbidden Secrets - Book #5
Forbidden Destiny - Book #6
Forbidden Shadows - Book #7 (Coming Soon)

STONE'S WOLF SANCTUARY
Sanctuary - Book #1
Refuge - Book #2

THE ENFORCER SERIES
Maverick - Book #1
Dusty - Book #2

MAGIC & MAYHEM UNIVERSE
Wicked *itch - Book #1
Sinfully Wicked - Book #2
Blissfully Wicked - Book #3
Wicked Chaos - Book #4
Faithfully Wicked - Book #5
Wicked Relations - Book #6
Charmingly Wicked - Book #7
Wicked Obsession - Book #8
Wicked Endings - Book #9

CONTEMPORARY
Rodeo Romance
Blind Faith

Reviews

[Jo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Katrina is determined to become a VC Warrior, to forever keep her awful past a secret. One that threatens her future with the VC Warriors. But when her secret is exposed, Katrina will have to face her past in order to protect the people she has come to care about, especially the Warrior she has fallen in love with.

Blaze swore he would never become a VC Warrior again, not after what happened to him in his past, the mistakes he made. But circumstances has forced his hand. And no matter how hard he tried to tell himself it will be easy to walk away, to not care, his attraction to a certain redhead makes all his decisions a lie.

Can Blaze and Katrina confront their pasts, put their demons to rest in order and trust in each other?

No harm would come to her in any way as long as he lived, and even then, he would make a deal with the devil to make sure she was protected.

I have been intrigued by the deadly Blaze ever since he was first introduced. I love his ability to control fire and his grouchy attitude was of course like catnip to me.

Teresa Gabelman is excellent at writing strong and kick-ass heroines and I really liked Katrina. Her past would have broken most people, but Katrina has a strong will and her ability to stand up for herself was wonderful.

I really enjoyed the romance between these two, especially how protective and possessive Blaze was over Katrina.

I loved seeing all my favorite characters again and as always I enjoyed the humor especially because of a certain invisible warrior ;-D This series is a favorite of mine although I have to say the last two books left me disappointed, it lacked the spark from the previous books. But I still love reading this series, again and again, and it’s a must read for all PNR lovers.

[Barbara➰ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great addition to the series. I absolutely loved Blaze. He was definitely alpha for sure. And I loved Katrina. She had such a hard life but she was strong. I loved the two of them together and they both deserved each other. I can't wait for Steve's book. He is hilarious but he's a good guy. He deserves his own mate.

It was good to see all the guys and their mates. And there's a new hot cowboy in town. I'm looking forward to that story.

[Jaime]

Ohhhhhhhh! What a surprise to see this book release date added this morning! Can't wait...... I'm ready to get burned lol!

[Bestfantasyblog · Rating 5 out of 5]

Most Urban Fantasy series have a tortured male character. For obvious reasons, the series tends to tell the story of almost all other characters before we are able to find out what happened to the tormented alpha male who we have been dreaming about for ages. Years of anticipation has kept us hooked on these series until finally, we reach the climax by reading the love story of our favourite character to just then lose interest.

This has happened to me many times and I found myself not interested in a series after learning about what happened to my preferred male character. Fortunately, Teresa Gabelman still has my attention.

Blaze has a complicated past. He is emotionally withdrawn and he fits the stereotype of a tortured male like a glove. The story of his redemption and surrender to Katrina’s love is a beautiful journey. Katrina is a strong heroine who has past of her own but with the help of all WC warriors and Blaze she is able to overcome her fears and doubts. She is incredibly brave and a very good fit for Blaze.

The book is full of action and the chemistry between the characters is amazing. I love the fact that all of the warriors are somehow involved with both characters. There are also a few hints about the next book.

Although I was waiting for Blaze’s story for a long time, I have not got bored of this series. I could read another 10 books of the WC Warriors if Teresa Gabelman wrote them. I think for now, we would have to make do with the fact that there is at least one more book left.

[Donna Bossert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Blaze blew my mind!
This book is has it all! It's has non stop action- steamy scenes that make you blush- it has Humor, which I think is what separate The Protectors from other pnr series, and Freaking HOT VAMPS!
The character interactions make this series heads above the rest. Jared and Sid crack me up Steve makes me literally laugh out loud and the ladies are just as awesome as the men. Blaze and Katrina are amazing together! They belong together even though I thought she would end up with Steve.
Just when you claim a warrior Teresa goes and writes another one making you question your loyalty to your man.
This is my all time favorite PNR series!

Start with Damon and read straight thru to Blaze I LOVE this series!!
If you have time for a reading binge or an addiction then this is the series to start!
Make 2017 the Year of the Warrior and find your next book boyfriend between the pages.

[Cheesecake · Rating 4 out of 5]

Everyone has fave authors that for whatever reason just ring your bell. I always enjoy this author's stories, even when they aren't that great. This book, however, was a great balance of action, magic, humour and romance.
Katrina has a secret past that is going to catch up to her and her friends like a steamroller. Cue the action ; )
Blaze also has a secret past that torments his present and has shaped him into the aloof serious Vampire that he is today. Yes he's one of those heroes that believes he isn't worthy of love, yadda yadda yadda, but it was nicely done and not over done.
Actually, him and Katrina have more in common than they thought, as they will find out.
Steve is his usual silly self and even sillier when he discovers his 'power'.
Anyways, great addition to the series. More action packed than Sloan's book, but still plenty of time for falling in love.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Can't get enough of my vampires. There're alpha, possessive, sexy, and they love their mates fiercely. Ms. Gabelman is an author who always comes through with an excellent story! If you've not read this series the only thing I can say, get on it! They definitely well worth the read. I can't wait for the next one!

[Kodie Mackay · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series hard.

You know from sloans book that Blaze and Katrina are going to be something but I was totally blown away by their story.

Blaze just comes across as a dick with a chip on his shoulder. You know he has a story and is hiding some shit. I love how Katrina brought out that softer side, the same with all the warriors and their mates but for me blaze was special. I honestly can't put it in to words I just loved him. The way he always looked out for Katrina no matter what had me sighing in contentment. He doesn't just drop to his knees declaring his love for her. She earns every second of his trust and it was a pleasure to read his walls breaking down. He definitely battled with his conscious throughout but by the end... my god he was perfect. Not once did he judge her for the past she tried so hard so bury. But he stood by her letting her know he loved her regardless, the past didn't define her and he made sure she believed it by the end.

Katrina was a pleasant surprise for me. All is definitely not what it seems with her but I loved it. She's far strong than giving credit for and extremely smart. I loved her growth, she went from a quiet side character to a women on a mission in this story. She hasn't had a good up bringing and even though she fears her past she faced it like a pro. Her growth was believable and definitely makes you love her all the more. I adore how she loved blaze. She only wanted him nothing more. She accepted his faults and drove to help him deal with his past sympathising with the trauma and loving him more for it. Definitely a new fav couple for me.

Together it took awhile to get somewhere but it was great watching it all unfold. Their chemistry is crazy in and out the bedroom. They definitely connected more through having bad pasts, they had funny moments where you just wanted to slap them but all round they were pretty solid. Their story itself was seemless. From start to finish I was init to the end, not once was I bored. It has a little of everything to keep things interesting, including a few surprises along the way. I love all the secondary characters, they all add so much brilliance to the story. A special shout out to Steve and his crazy antics! Man I hope he gets a book. They boy doesn't know when to quit and gosh I'm thankful for it.

Just honestly not a bad thing to say. I loved this like I love all the rest. Except blaze is definitely a favourite.
Xo

[Mani · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these guys! They are hilarious and super protective. What's not to love? SO excited Steve is getting the next book!

[Sydney M Neblett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can you stand the heat

Katrina and Blaze are the perfect power couple. The author has given them these amazing powers with unfortunate pasts and together they are able to heal. But it wouldn’t be a Protectors story if there wasn’t some danger, some anger and some humor with one liners by Steve. I loved this addition to the series and can’t wait to read the next book

[Edith Boucher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Il m'a semblé plus court que ses 350 pages. J'ai eu parfois l'impression d'une coupure à un endroit ou deux. Il n'y a pas de numéro de page.

[**Elle**Bee**Double U** · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just can't get enough of this series!
When I see that a new Protectors book comes out I have to get it immediately! I try to take my time reading these books, but who am I kidding, I can never put my kindle down once I get started on these books!

Katrina has only known the struggles and pain of trying to survive in her father's motorcycle club. After being injected and now fully turned she's training to be a warrior. But her past is determined to catch up to her and prevent her from having any kind of future. After all, nobody leaves the club alive.

Blaze has a secret from his past that prevents him from settling down or allowing emotions in any aspect of his life. Instinct force him to admit that Katrina is more than just his student, and the need to protect her is more than just friendly. However, to fully protect her he must face his past and her father's hybrid club.

I so can't wait for Steve to finally get his story. Although nobody tends to take him seriously, he is what everyone needs during a stressful situation. And when it comes to his woman, I have no doubt that everyone will finally see just how serious he can be about protecting those he loves.

[Twinsie Talk Angie J · Rating 5 out of 5]

review to come

GASP! Teresa I loved Blaze buuuut Heeeey, Ronan how are you doing???? *Pushes Jared away* no babe I LOVE you but a girl can still look!!

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Blaze by Teresa Gabelman
I received this book from the author for an honest review.
Oh Teresa…how do you do it!! You hit every single book out of the park. Each book brings it and each book delivers!! Each book makes you really HATE the Villain and fall madly in love with the Warrior….but don’t tell Jared ok. He gets all jealous when he sees me checking out his brothers. Alpha’s what can you do? Just love ‘em extra hard I guess.
Blaze and Katrina. They steamed up the last book with their agonizing chemistry. I mean come on people! WE all SAW the attraction. At the end of the last book, when he brought her the dog…sigh…..so I was so ready for this book. I was so ready to see them and wonder who would be fighting it harder…..WELL OF COURSE the Warrior was!!
Blaze has a past and he won’t face it. This past caused Caroline and Jax some issues with Blaze because his past was haunting Caroline. The whole “Talking to the dead” can really wear on a girl!!
Katrina was hiding some really big secrets!! LIKE HUGE!!!! We find out her story and man Teresa you really out did yourself with the bad guy. I felt dirty every scene he was in. Then finding out what Katrina saw and what she has to endure while under her “fathers” care…shivers….
The chemistry between the two is super hawt. When they finally get started Katrina says the 3 dreaded words that every commitment phobic man dreads and he freaks. So she makes her peace with them not being together but good old Jared lights her fire again when he shares some news in regard to Blaze and his feelings toward her. I love Jared..sigh….yes babe I am typing about you..rolls eyes!!
Blaze must face his face in past order to make things right with Katrina all while hiding her from her father and her past. Katrina must face her father and her past in order to save her possible future with Blaze.
Each book, Steve takes the cake for cracking jokes. Each book Sid and Jared rile up the newest warrior to fall. Each book we meet a new hottie and Ronan is nooooo slouch to think about….again relax Jared….stop reading over my shoulder already…it’s a joke….SHESH!! Warriors. You can’t live with them and you can’t live without them!!

[Dee · Rating 4 out of 5]

3,75 stars

[Darlena · Rating 5 out of 5]

Blaze

Oh my God!!!!! Teresa your back. Please don't take this the wrong way but YES! This is the VC Warrior books I absolutely fell in love with. The ones that have me laughing out loud rolling at their antics and banter! The last couple books were great, please don't think they were not, but I could not put this book down.

So now I am curious, who is the mysterious cowboy? A cowboy VC warrior! Now there is a concept I could get down with. Ronan......I will be waiting!

Thank you for an enjoyable few hours visiting with these Warriors. It was so worth the wait!

I fell in love with them all over again.

[Nikki Pearce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. Teresa has done it again.
Blaze has a past he's not shared and is avoiding at all costs.
Katrina has a secret that could destroy any freedom or happiness she has.
The chemistry between the two is electrifying.
Hot pant melting moments
Action packed from start to finish.
Catch up with all your favourite Warriors and split your sides laughing.
Absolutely loved Blaze.
10 stars is not enough.

[Joanne Mountford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review to follow

[Kristi Metcalf · Rating 5 out of 5]

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader’s Copy of this book

We are once again back in the world of some of my favorite vampires!!! When we last left the Warriors, warrior in training Katrina had been beaten and Blaze, who had left the Warriors long ago, was one once again.
Katrina, or little red as Jared likes to call her, has been keeping a BIG secret from them and it's a secret that could do major damage to the Warriors and even their families. When it comes out she knows no one will look at her the same.
Blaze doesn't have secrets per say, but he does have demons that he carries and we all know he has spirits that follow him because Caroline has told him so.
There has always been..... well heat between Blaze and Katrina. She has wanted him from the beginning and he has been attracted to her for a while.
Now he can't stop thinking about her and he will do anything to protect her from her past and she wants to help him with his.
The new threats that come against the warriors are something that I never would have seen coming and Katrina is a bad a**!!!
She's scared out of her mind, but she knows that she is the only thing that understands what's coming and even though the warriors think they know better, she goes against them time and again to get things done and help save them.
She's a Jill in the making!!!
Blaze is, forgive the pun, super hot. Together they are a match made in heaven. She makes him stronger and he does the same for her.
As for the rest of the cast, they are the same men and their mates that we have fallen in love with since the beginning, and the same Steve that keeps us in stitches. There is also a new warrior that is introduced in the story, a hot whip welding cowboy warrior. He will be one that all the ladies fall for!!

[Cathy Campbell Strickland · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG...Blaze blew me away!!! I can't get enough of this series. From Book 1 Damon to Book 10 Blaze Teresa Gabelman just gets better and better!! She makes her characters come alive...as if you could just walk right into the VC Compound and hang out with this bunch of SEXY VAMPS and their hot ladies!! And she involves all the characters, from Damon to Blaze...not that's talent!! Blaze has everything from hot and steamy scenes to romance, from laughter to a sense of family. And that's just what I love about the VC Warriors...they are brothers and the mates just add to the family!! If you haven't read this series...start with Damon (book 1) and read right through to Blaze (book 10). You'll wonder where these hot and sexy vamps have been all your life. Make 2017 the year of the Warrior. Start your addiction today!!! 5+ stars!

[Rebecca Goss · Rating 5 out of 5]

The VC Warriors work as a vampire protective service. A new warrior in training, Katrina, has ties to a motorcycle club that threatens all by infiltrating the police and government officials. Blaze had recently signed on with this branch of the Warriors. Both Katrina and Blaze had special abilities that make them a force to be reckoned with but combined they are a whirlwind of power. As usual with this series, there is plenty of humor and brotherhood evidenced. The reader will find themselves appalled by the behavior of the sworn enemies- their disregard for life, women and the law. The relationship between Katrina and Blaze developed, as he turned her in a previous installment to save her life, and grew into a love neither was familiar with knowing. There are questions yet to be answered , which leaves the series open for more stories to be told.

[JodyL · Rating 5 out of 5]

Katrina and Blaze

Blaze's book was a longer book than Sloan's. It contained a lot more action. We find out what has been haunting Blaze since we were introduced to him. Katrina also has to stop running from her past. Katrina's past is where the action comes from. Katrina also has a problem with her vampire status as no one knows what she was given to become a hybrid and her human traits are still showing. Like not healing fast and needing sleep. There is a MC Club that is involved with drugs, guns, money, crooked cops and making hybrid vampires out of all the members of the club.
We see a little surprise appearance from Daniel's superpower.(Duncan and Pam's son) Also Tessa is involved with a shooting incident and we get a surprise there. Katrina and Blaze do get their HEA, yeah! Steve is next!

[Diane Yoz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't get enough of this series!!

Enthralling and all consuming!! I one clicked Blaze as soon as I saw it went live and here I am finishing it at 2am scanning the web to see when I can get more.
Katrina and Blaze are intense both with their own issues but you can't deny how perfect they are for one another. The Warriors still make me laugh with their banter but the drama that these VC Warriors are subject to has me glued to my Kindle. And...Steve Fans (like me) he's is beyond funny and adorable in Blaze!! This series is one of those series that's a definite Re-Read for me.

[Heather andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Blaze is quite possessive, "Blaze’s eyes narrowed. “I don’t play nicely with others. I’m not saying you’re my property, you’re more than that as a person. But I will say that no man will touch you. You understand?” I loved it when Blaze's thoughts got all alpha, "he knew then and there she was a damn strong woman. eff it, his woman. She was his effing woman." I loved this book, I love seeing all these alpha warriors together and the banter that goes on between them, I love seeing their possessive, protective, alpha male side.

[Robin Toy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Blaze will light you up

I never tire of the protector world that Teresa creates, another stellar read. Katrina and Blaze are right up there with Slade and Jill as great power couples. Steve is hysterically awesome as usual, great kick azz action, a new warrior, a new character to wonder about. Love this book series can't wait for the next installment!!
Although I feel the other warriors mates lost their strength that made them worthy of my warriors. The girls need a bad azz storyline apart from the warriors now that would be a great side story.

[Nancy Bodie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

This was very well written. This couples journey is an emotional journey. This was engaging beginning to end! Highly recommend!

[Go DeArt · Rating 4 out of 5]

I truly enjoyed the story of Katrina and Blaze. The Protector series is a great story of a group of WARRIOR vampires that fight evil. They also are hot exciting men that are extremely loyal, fiercely devoted to their mates and families. I enjoyed the story as it unfolded often eluded to in books prior to this installment. I look forward to see where them series takes us next!

[Rosa Maria Garcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Great Hit

I love a book that it start from where the previous one ended. You don't miss anything as you are reading each one in the series. There's plenty of action, family love, drama, and steamy love scenes that are not over the top with awesome characters? A beautiful series and can't wait to read the next one.

[Stacy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Blaze

If you haven't started reading VC Warriors series yet, I recommend you start and put up a do not disturb sign. Every one I read I think yep this is my favorite,only to have the next one be. Blaze and Katrina. Wowza.

[Stacey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amazing

Nooooooo I read it too quickly now I have to wait for next one.
Another amazing book to add to an epic series. This is probably one of fave series ever
Congrats Gabelman on another amazing release. Can't wait for next one

[loretta mc gaughey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Katrina and blaze

Katrina and blaze have emotional baggage plus an outlaw mc they must do battle with to achieve their happily ever after! Miss gableman has scored another protector hit!