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Guardians of Humanity #3

Claimed by the Demon Hunter 3

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He’s too broken to love. Thankfully she knows how to fix things.

Fire Guardian Spencer Jameson has walked the earth for 400 years too long.
A proper English rogue with a list of bad deeds long enough to impress Satan.
His days of saving humanity were done, until Sydney came along...
The curvy and sassy mechanic with enough spunk to put him in his place.

They’re an unlikely match, but Spencer is used to claiming what he wants.
Sydney isn’t having it. She can fix most things, but Spencer is a mess.
A mess that she hates herself for loving.
So when Satan’s son uses Sydney's family in a bid to unleash hell on earth,
She has no choice but to trust the smooth-talking scoundrel.

Unspeakable evil is near.
Armageddon, a heartbeat away.
They need to set aside their passion to save humanity,
But it’s a test that could make the world burn to ash.

Buckle up. This ride is about to get bumpy.

Sexy meets magical in this steamy, full-length, paranormal romance novel. This is book 3 of the Guardians of Humanity series. Each book follows a different couple and can be read as a standalone.

289 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 16, 2020

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Harley James

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Mom by day and freak by night, Harley is a down to earth soccer mom who lets her foxy side fly when writing about witty females, over the top bad boys, and a world of steamy magical romance so hot it’d make a demon sweat.

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Profile Image for Kathleen Bradbury (Bulfon).
16.4k reviews218 followers
April 3, 2020
It Grabbed My attention and focus so strong I could not put it down. A word of advice when you get your copy. Grab a snack, a comfy seat, kick back and relax. You will not be moving until you finish this bad boy here. Remarkable job. Thanks for sharing.
Profile Image for Kelly  DeMarco.
1,938 reviews4 followers
January 19, 2020
Supernatural on steroids with soulmates - scrumptious!
Claimed By The Demon Hunter Book 3: Guardians of Humanity by Harley James is a very well written supernatural/paranormal romance. This book is my introduction to this series as well as this author and I am so glad that I read it! It tics all the boxes for an awesome book for me. Complicated, complex, creative plot, amazing characters, suspense, danger, steamy chemistry, a HEA and an open ending for more adventures.
Spencer, the wounded, negative self-fulfilling prophecy brooding and moody Guardian alpha has the biggest heart and despite his insistence that he is the most selfish man to ever live, he is really quite the opposite. Sydney is the heroine of this book. She is thrown into this unknown reality of archdemons, lower demons, angels, and guardians, etc., suffers many bouts of panic and frequently finds herself in danger. Spencer and Sydney seem to have a connection, but even most obvious is their chemistry despite the many interruptions. As they are forced to spend time together, the connection becomes more pronounced as the trust and feelings develop.
The antagonist is the devil incarnate! He is a Super Villain ultimate bringer of chaos. This archdemon kept me turning the pages, holding my breath and sitting on the edge of my seat biting my nails just waiting for him to get his overdue butt kicking! Spencer and Sydney totally deliver with the help of others too.
Overall, a great book I enjoyed reading so very much and has created a need to read the first two books and all the books that follow. I love that despite the darkness, there's a bit of light in this series with HEAs and lead ins for the series to continue.
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Profile Image for Tina Petriella.
47 reviews1 follower
January 17, 2020
I started this book in the evening and couldn't stop reading until the end of it. I was enraptured by it. The flow of the book was like liquid it just moved smoothly between all of its parts. The storyline was wonderful and I just love the characters. Now I haven't read the first 2 books or the prequel so I can't really say if you have to read them to understand this one, I don't believe so because I had no problem following along. I never once felt like I was missing anything from the ones previous to this book. I love Sydney with her sass and questioning of everything not too mention her love and compassion for her family and friends it seemed like it could be something infectious. And what women wouldn't want to find that particular Guardian, Spencer, in her, ummm, life. He seems like he couldn't a bit aggressive but at the same time very loving plus he is damn sexy. I also loved that Harley James made Sydney a mechanic, not only is she a mechanic but she owns the whole shop and almost all women work there. GO GIRL POWER! Talk about feeling empowered by not only a strong female lead character but by also all the supporting characters.

I was also quite impressed with the writing. It isn't often when I find something that literally will make me keep reading until I'm done and stay awake long enough because I have to get it written down right away for my post; all because of how frickin' excited I was about the book. Weird, right? Yeah I know but it was a really good book that makes me want to get the others as soon as I can and read them.
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1,584 reviews4 followers
January 18, 2020
WOW !! Another great one Harley!! I absolutely love Sydney !! Being a mechanic plus owning the shop and have omg mainly women work there is awesome. To be in a male dominated field is great!! Her love for her family is so wonderful !! Oh and the love her parents have for children and to open their home up, I just looovvvee it!!

Spencer is a worn out tired guardian. He’s been fighting the good fight for over 400 years and is struggling with why keep fighting the fight. Should he just turn over his relic and just quit ? Should he continue to fight and press through this tiresome time ?

When Spencer meets Sydney on her birthday Sparks definitely fly between them. And Spencer doesn’t understand what’s actually happening between them as she has brought back color into his life quite literally. The things he goes through to protect Sydney and her family is just unreal.

Fighting the fight ~ Good - vs - Evil ~ who will prevail ? Third book and they are all great books!! I recommend reading in order but definitely not a requirement as you shouldn’t be lost if you didn’t. I loved how it all flowed together. Loved it!!

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988 reviews6 followers
January 20, 2020
This book hit the ground running and the action just didn't stop. I liked the fact that these Guardians started as imperfect humans that had to make a choice to be a Guardian. They weren't perfect and had their flaws that made them relateable. Sydney was a blue collar, get her hands dirty, down to earth girl that I thoroughly enjoyed. Spencer was a bit aloof, his history was well detailed but it would have been nice to get to know him in the present also - before everything went down. The characters that support Spencer on a local level were hard to keep track of, there may have been too many? I had a hard time with them. In addition, I have not read the first book (I really need to do that! I have read the second book) in the series and it may have helped with understanding the relationships with some of the periphery characters, however, it was not necessary to enjoy this standalone book.

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1,708 reviews13 followers
January 18, 2020
Sydney Ashby is a young woman who is mostly interested in her business and her families welfare. Her friend Laura comes and takes her out on her birthday to club Inferno where she runs straight into the club owner Spencer who is trying to breakup a unauthorized sexual encounter right in the middle of the club and that is why Syd ran into him because she couldn't take her eyes off the couple. Spencer was absolutely taken by the young woman that ran into him he couldn't stop thinking about her and from then on he was convinced she was the one and he hadn't felt that way in at least a hundred years. Great Story line and the characters were very interesting. Enjoyed the adventure, lots of action, suspense and romance. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Shannon Patterson.
929 reviews9 followers
January 18, 2020
This is book 3 in the series. I've read book 1 but haven't read book 2 and was still able to follow the story. I will be going back to read the book I missed though as I want the entire picture.

I really enjoy the premise for this series. Lucifer's minions are stirring up problems and it's up to these demon hunters to stop them. Along the way they meet their soul mates, this is the story of Spencer and Sydney. I don't want to give anything away but it's safe to say that Syd plays a big role and is much more than just a romantic plot interest.

Once I picked this story up I was unable to put it down, which left me reading until 2 am, so worth it!

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Profile Image for Deitriah.
263 reviews2 followers
January 20, 2020
This is a great read. The story captivated me from the beginning. I really felt the emotions of the characters.
Spencer Jameson is kind of tired of his existence and he wants to give up his guardianship of his holy relic. He feels that he has nothing to live for and then he meets Sydney. She is not your average chic. She is a curvy and sassy mechanic. She is dumped on her birthday by her current flame.
Sydney and Spencer meet and from the beginning all that can be seen is flames. She thinks that she is drugged when they dance after she had a drink. There is lots of action and some humor. I really loved this read. This is 5 stars.

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Profile Image for Jennifer.
1,578 reviews
January 20, 2020
I love Spencer's story! He is fine being a brooding Guardian knowing he isn't worthy of finding a mate like his friends. Sydney's whole world is her repair shop, and her friends. Her friends are determined to get her out for her birthday and they end up at Spencer's club. The moment their eyes meet the sparks fly, but Sydney is determined to be her own person and go home alone. Spencer is used to getting what he wants, and he wants her. He won't give up, and she wants to give in....and things get hot and heavy until literally all hell breaks loose! I love their story and they wade through their personal demons and learn to trust each other so they can become who they were always supposed to be.
Profile Image for Helen Maddix.
304 reviews8 followers
February 3, 2020
I received this book as an ARC from Brooksprout, and this is my freely given review.
What a great read! This is the 3rd book in the series, but is the first book I’ve read. I have had no problem reading this one first, and I will be reading the others in the series because this book is such a good read. The main characters are fully developed, and are believable. Supporting characters have some details, but I’m sure they were introduced in the first two books with more development. Following them in the story isn’t a requirement. The story moves quickly, but has a lot of depth to it-I didn’t want to stop reading! If you like your romances with paranormal elements, heat, and that can’t put it down feeling, this is the book for you.
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1,536 reviews11 followers
January 17, 2020
This is a story between good and evil, angels and demons, dark verses light. The plot was interesting and had me hooked from the very beginning. The storyline flowed smoothly throughout. I couldn't put it down once I started reading. Even though it's book 3 in a series it is a standalone. The characters were well-developed and easily relatable. The chemistry between Spencer and Sydney was off the charts! The story is well written though there was a few proofreading errors. I can't wait to read book 4 plus I'll definitely go back and read books 1 and 2.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book.
Profile Image for Jennifer Soppe.
2,252 reviews13 followers
January 19, 2020
A wonderfully crafted magical urban fantasy

Sydney, master mechanic, meets Spencer, Unholy Inc. partner and Guardian, when she goes out to his nightclub on her birthday. As the story progresses a flame flickers, a wild goose chase to put out fires ensues, and once the smoke clears they may survive if they accept themselves warts and all. Harley James’ third installment of her Claimed by the Demon Hunter is a wonderfully crafted magical urban fantasy read with a supernatural romance spin. I look forward to the next Guardian’s story.

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Profile Image for Sharon Richmond.
1,118 reviews11 followers
January 26, 2020
Claimed by the Demon Hunter 3 (Guardians of Humanity
By Harley James. 5 Stars*****

Exciting Energizing Read!!!!
Kept me Engrossed from the front cover to the end... Sweet...

I loved Spencer and Sydney in this story!!!
In here you'll meet sexy as heck Guardians and Archangels, disgusting evil Demons and a human woman that rocks... Caught between good verses evil they weave a story that keeps you glued to the pages wondering if Armageddon has become...

This is a new author for me and I look forward to reading more from her.

I have voluntarily read this Advanced Reader Copy of the book and I am voluntarily reviewing it. Reviewer for Nook Books and More Blog...
Profile Image for Emily Pennington.
20.9k reviews367 followers
January 31, 2020
Fire Guardian Spencer Jameson has lived for centuries and has a long list of bad deeds that would impress even Satan. But he was finished with saving humanity. And then he met the feisty Sydney who wouldn’t accept his nonsense and easily put him in his place. Now with danger all around that could turn the world to ash, she has to put her trust in the broken man and try to save humanity!

This story will captivate the reader from the start and includes everything from action and battles against evil to romance and falling in love! Add in the unexpected twists and turns and the reader will be on the edge of the seat until the last page!
806 reviews
January 17, 2020
#Possible spoilers. I love this series. It has a great action. Lots of hot supernatural, hot Guardians. Sexy suspenseful angst. This series is about semi-immortal Guardians who are here to protect humanity from Lucifer’s minions. Each book is about a different Guardian meeting their soul mate. These are full length novels which tie together. I would recommend reading them in order. But you can still enjoy them as a single read. Harley James is on my must read list!

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930 reviews13 followers
January 18, 2020
Paranormal is not my usual genre but I really love Harley James! Her books are so interesting and engaging. I love all the little history tidbits. The characters are fantastic and relatable (as much as you can for paranormal). Lots of action and suspense with twists throughout. I like that they are standalone but have an undercurrent story to connect them. I really liked Sydney and Spencer together, a great love story. I'm excited to see how this series turns out!

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Profile Image for Leanne Bryson.
5,262 reviews23 followers
January 21, 2020
This was a hard book for me to get into because I don't think it should be read as a standalone. The first 2 books may have set the tone and given context that I didn't have. So, I have added to my TBR Book 1. That said, Spencer and Sydney certainly had chemistry and were interesting characters. I found they were in their own heads a lot, which bogged down the story's pace for me. I really wanted to like this book more than I did, but it was just OK. Maybe after I read the first 2 books, I'll re-read.
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Profile Image for Caroline Doig.
5,470 reviews49 followers
January 22, 2020
I have loved this series right from the start these books definitely don’t disappoint and this is Spencer’s and Sydney’s story, it’s very well written with fantastic characters and storyline and every book in this series is about a different couple with sizzling 🔥 chemistry. The women are strong, stubborn and sassy but the men are sexy, stubborn and determined to do anything to keep women they love safe. I loved this story it’s a 5 plus ⭐️ read and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.
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7,458 reviews75 followers
May 10, 2020
This is the third book in the Guardian of Humanity series and for the opening passages it does not dissapoint. This book takes you in to ther world of the angelic guardians, fighting demons who have over taken a human's body.

This face pace saga grabs you in the seductive storyline and leads to the twist and turns of intrigued, drams, survival, fear, and love as Sydney and Spencer find each other and end up battle they did not want.

This is a great addition to the series

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31 reviews1 follower
January 18, 2020
The battle between good and evil has been going on for a very long time and Spencer, one of the Guardians of Humanity, is nearly ready to throw in the towel. He's tired and feeling pretty hopeless about it all, and then he meets his soul mate. Finally he has a reason to fight on and save the world. A wonderful love story with great action and compelling characters.

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Profile Image for Ruth.
510 reviews10 followers
January 18, 2020
This is the first book I have read by Harley James. Third in the series, but can be read as a stand alone. Sparks fly when entrepreneur Fire Guardian Spencer Jameson meets feisty human independent businesswoman Sydney Ashby. Looking forward to reading more by Harley James! Read it, you will be glad you did!!

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1,445 reviews5 followers
January 18, 2020
This is my first experience with this author but I am so glad I took a chance on her. I liked the writing style and Sydney and Spencer just clicked right away. There was no noticeable middle of the book lag and the storyline kept my interest from wandering. I am going to have to read books 1 and 2 now!

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Profile Image for Barbara.
19.3k reviews8 followers
January 19, 2020
Book three in the Guardians of Humanity series a well written story that I was not putting down until I finished. Fire Guardian Spencer Jameson and mechanic Sydney Ashby's story, there is suspense, drama, danger, magic, and romance. I want to read the next book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
1,496 reviews6 followers
January 19, 2020
This is first book in this series I read. I like it.
Book is about good and evil, angels and demons.
Sydney has been dumped on her birthday, but thanks to her friend Laura, she will not spend time crying. They went to the club, where she meets Spencer, when he meets Sydney, something clicks and he can't stop thinking about her.
Nice story, I did enjoy.
Profile Image for Liz.
34 reviews2 followers
January 20, 2020
A very entertaining book, I chose to read it without first reading any of the earlier books. It included some unexpected twists, along with a few moments of exasperation but overall I found it to be a brilliant read and will be reading the rest of the books in the series.

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Profile Image for Martie Jordaan Mulder.
321 reviews13 followers
January 20, 2020
Enjoyed this book. Guardian Spenser meets his mate, which puts her in danget in the fight against evil. Sydney is a strong women and finda it hard to believe. In his quest to protect her they bond and she helps him beat the demon. They get their happy evet after. Five stars from me.

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2,032 reviews12 followers
January 21, 2020
4.5 stars. Spencer and Sydney have a combustible attraction from the start. Sydney doesn't put up with Spencer's crap and isn't afraid to call him out on it either. Sydney needs Spencer's help to save her family. Great characters and story. The plotline is also great.

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Profile Image for Elisa  Castro .
2,640 reviews2 followers
January 26, 2020
Claimed by the Demon Hunter 3 is book three in the series Guardians of Humanity by author Harley James. Wow just wow!! This series is absolutely captivating- you will not want to put it down. These very brave men and women though a bit shadowed fight for what is right- the light. Along the way the find their destiny. This story is just that a fight for their hearts. Seriously hot!!
Enjoy!!
12.4k reviews76 followers
January 17, 2020
The author has brought back some of our favorite characters and introduced others that we can care about. The story is spell-binding and keeps you intrigued until the very last paragraph.

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Profile Image for Sheri Bishop.
507 reviews7 followers
January 18, 2020
What a good book! Spencer has been on earth for 400 years and quite frankly, is tired of all of it. Sydney is a mechanic and owns her own shop with an all female .crew. But when the two of them get together, fireworks!
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