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The Paladin Dragons #1
A Dragon's Promise
All she wanted to do was make a better life for herself. So when the opportunity presented itself to Valencia Thomas to make enough money for college in one night, she took it. Who knew she would end up running for her life from creatures that were not even supposed to exist. The savior that came to her rescue was a dragon shifter named Orin who was just as gorgeous and magnificent in dragon from as he was when he was human.Attraction to the formidable Orin was hard to resist for Valencia. When he held her in his arms, she could feel the heat radiating from his body and settling inside her soul. When he looked at her, he made her breathless. When he kissed her, she melted. The very first night, he told her her old life would be no more, and for her to survive, she would have to stay with him. From dragon hero to lover, now Valencia had to figure what her role would be in Orin’s world and if it included love.
51 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 26, 2010
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September 2, 2014
I loved the concept for this and it started off well enough. Orin, a 300yr old dragon saves Valencia, a 30yr old African American Bronx native as she escapes from a slave auction run by serpents. He goes up against the serpent that bought her and takes her under his wing (no pun intended) for protection. The initial interaction was fun and cute, and Orin sounded just yumm. I liked that even though he was attracted to Valencia, he chose not to act on it as he had brought her to his home for protection, not to be his concubine. When they do act on their mutual attraction weeks later, it is quite hot. From there though, it goes downhill. The declarations of love come out of left field because we haven't really seen them interact during the weeks that passed. You end up just not understanding how they got from A (attraction) to B(love) and it is totally eye-roll worthy. Throughout the book, the dialogue is adolescent and at times, just painful.
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The main event(Orin's fight with the rival serpent) made no sense whatsoever. What did Valencia know that the serpent didn't? The fact that Orin was 'proud' of Valencia for facing down two thousand-pound serpents with nothing more than a branch, and NO PLAN, was beyond ridiculous. Yeah, she was really going to show them. *rolls eyes*
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By this point, I was skimming to get to the end. One reviewer said the story was too short. After the first few chapters, it couldn't end fast enough for me.
There were parts of this book that I did like (the beginning mostly). It could have been so much better with proper editing (typos and missing words galore), better dialogue and a storyline that worked, but by the end of it I was just pissed I had spent $3.99.
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The main event(Orin's fight with the rival serpent) made no sense whatsoever. What did Valencia know that the serpent didn't? The fact that Orin was 'proud' of Valencia for facing down two thousand-pound serpents with nothing more than a branch, and NO PLAN, was beyond ridiculous. Yeah, she was really going to show them. *rolls eyes*
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By this point, I was skimming to get to the end. One reviewer said the story was too short. After the first few chapters, it couldn't end fast enough for me.
There were parts of this book that I did like (the beginning mostly). It could have been so much better with proper editing (typos and missing words galore), better dialogue and a storyline that worked, but by the end of it I was just pissed I had spent $3.99.
July 1, 2020
The first book in a series. I am finding that I love dragons. What I enjoyed about Orin is his restraint. He found himself attracted to Valencia and it wasn't an immediate action taken on that attraction. Her need for safety was put first. Valencia was a strong woman caught in a bad situation. I think she should have screamed more, freaked out more, or something. There were also some technical issues with the book.However, that being said, it was a cute story. I did enjoy it enough to keep going. On to book 2.
July 19, 2015
A solid 2.5 star read. To be honest, dragons aren't really my favorite, but I kept seeing people reading this series and enjoying it and since I have a Kindle Unlimited subscription, I thought I'd give it a go. It just didn't do it for me.
The first and only dragon series I've read, GA Aiken's (Shelly Laurenston's) Dragon Kin series, is AMAZING and funny with so much action you're never bored so this had a lot to live up to and it just didn't live up to that.
The first and only dragon series I've read, GA Aiken's (Shelly Laurenston's) Dragon Kin series, is AMAZING and funny with so much action you're never bored so this had a lot to live up to and it just didn't live up to that.
October 23, 2020
A Dragon's Promise was a solid shifter book and steamy romance novel. Orin was strong, silent, and ever the gentleman. From the moment he saw Valencia he was attracted to her, but never took advantage of the situation. There was also a lot of action and fighting, which I enjoy. I do wish I had more of a connection with Valencia. We didn't get to find out much about her except her age, where she grew up, and past occupation as an exotic dancer. I liked the world building and am interested in reading more about the dragon shifters.
October 11, 2020
I enjoyed this book alot. It's my first dragon shifter book and I love Orin and how protective he is of Valencia. He tried not falling for her and only giving her his protection. But there was something that drew him to her. I cant wait to.read the next book and see what adventures await me and I cant get enough of the dragons.
July 21, 2011
I don't recall ever reading an IR & Paranormal Romance novel that features a dragon. I loved this book for that unique quality alone. I liked Valencia and Orin, the conflict was also original, featuring other scary, crazy dragons with dangerous...parts. Also, I don't recall any inconsistencies that bothered me immensely.
I could see Ms. Rose expanding this into a great series since Orin has a number of brothers. I would purchase each one in a heartbeat.
I could see Ms. Rose expanding this into a great series since Orin has a number of brothers. I would purchase each one in a heartbeat.
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June 25, 2016
I loved it. I wished that there more detail on how Valencia and Cathy ended being sold as slaves. What did they think they were supposed to be doing to make the money. Also I'm confused with what's going to happy with the aging for Valencia. Will she become immortal or will Orin start aging? Other than of course I wish it was longer, I have no complainants. I loved it.
August 10, 2018
Too formulac, needs to go more in depth
How/why are the half breeds in existence? Why are they all automatically evil? The characters are too simplistic and their motivations aren’t good. Why would the heroine happily fall in love with her rescuer? Why would the hero fall in love with the heroine so easily?
How/why are the half breeds in existence? Why are they all automatically evil? The characters are too simplistic and their motivations aren’t good. Why would the heroine happily fall in love with her rescuer? Why would the hero fall in love with the heroine so easily?
January 10, 2022
Fue un libro bastante bueno pero corto en donde nos muestran la historia de una humana que casi es violada por un dragon-serpiente, en donde se logra escapar y se encuentra con un dragon que la protege, entre ellos surge una gran tensión sexual sin embargo el no desea hacerlo aquello a ella, ya que siente que no están preparados sin embargo con el paso de los días todo se vuelve intolerable, de manera que llega el día en el que se vuelven amantes, de allí se podria decir que todo cambia puesto hay acciones y problemas que hacen ver si Valencia es lo suficientemente fuerte como para seguir adelante creciendo junto a Orín su dragon protector.
September 11, 2020
A quick read
I do like Dahlia's books however she could do with a better editor as there were lots of cases of omitted words and incorrect pronouns. But it did not detract from the pleasant reading. Both protagonists were very likeable though stubborn. Perhaps because it was a quick read the protagonists fell in love so quickly and it was pleasing that our female protagonist was not a weak damsel but showed tremendous courage when her lover was in danger. Fun read but too short. Great escapism story! Thank you, Dahlia!
I do like Dahlia's books however she could do with a better editor as there were lots of cases of omitted words and incorrect pronouns. But it did not detract from the pleasant reading. Both protagonists were very likeable though stubborn. Perhaps because it was a quick read the protagonists fell in love so quickly and it was pleasing that our female protagonist was not a weak damsel but showed tremendous courage when her lover was in danger. Fun read but too short. Great escapism story! Thank you, Dahlia!
October 28, 2024
It's been a while since I've read a Rose book but the last one I read was so good so I had high hopes for this one; this was a letdown.
Valencia is saved by Orin, a dragon and after spending time together they decide to be mates. It's not fated which is unusual since every dragon shifter book I've read is.
The drama and so many other aspects make no sense/ don't add up. I won't be reading the other books in this series 😒
Valencia is saved by Orin, a dragon and after spending time together they decide to be mates. It's not fated which is unusual since every dragon shifter book I've read is.
The drama and so many other aspects make no sense/ don't add up. I won't be reading the other books in this series 😒
November 18, 2018
Loving a Dragon
A full story in a few pages. When fast and supposedly easy money can cost your freedom and even your life. Valencia, found out the hard way what could happen when you go down the fast and easy path for money. I enjoyed reading this short story, because it told a full story on a few pages. Thanks, Dahlia!!!!
A full story in a few pages. When fast and supposedly easy money can cost your freedom and even your life. Valencia, found out the hard way what could happen when you go down the fast and easy path for money. I enjoyed reading this short story, because it told a full story on a few pages. Thanks, Dahlia!!!!
August 1, 2023
Dragon Bae Orin😍✨✨✨✨✨
Dahlia Rose is one of my fave ✍🏼s & I am just loving her Paladin Dragon Series😍 Orin is the perfect blend of a fierce Apex predator protector & a 💯Alpha Bae dragon who passionately loves his mate Valencia 🤗I can’t wait to read the rest of the 7📚💃🏻Happy Reading🍷
Dahlia Rose is one of my fave ✍🏼s & I am just loving her Paladin Dragon Series😍 Orin is the perfect blend of a fierce Apex predator protector & a 💯Alpha Bae dragon who passionately loves his mate Valencia 🤗I can’t wait to read the rest of the 7📚💃🏻Happy Reading🍷
June 19, 2020
Dragons Are Hot
I liked the story. It was short but full of details. I took a star because of typos. I like reading the fantastic world of paranormal and romance you create.
I liked the story. It was short but full of details. I took a star because of typos. I like reading the fantastic world of paranormal and romance you create.
August 28, 2021
Continue to love this author. This dragon shifter series was wonderful! Great steam, enjoyed the plot and will continue reading the series.
February 12, 2024
I like
I really how they gradually got into it, and just keep me waiting to see what going to happen. It turned out really good. I want more like this. I'm a fan of Dragons.
I really how they gradually got into it, and just keep me waiting to see what going to happen. It turned out really good. I want more like this. I'm a fan of Dragons.
March 15, 2016
Hot dragons
Orrin was just looking for a quiet spot alongside the Hudson River to change and fly. He instead saves a woman from the evil serpent Dragon that bought her at a slave auction. Valencia learns that dragons are real and Orrin is just the man for her. Book needs editing but excellent story and world building.
Orrin was just looking for a quiet spot alongside the Hudson River to change and fly. He instead saves a woman from the evil serpent Dragon that bought her at a slave auction. Valencia learns that dragons are real and Orrin is just the man for her. Book needs editing but excellent story and world building.
March 28, 2013
El libro fu corto, esta bien escrito pero no se le falto algo no es que seas malo pero algo le falto
October 18, 2014
I love Dahlia Rose books but I have never read any of her paranormal stories before. This was a cute enjoyable read and available on Kindle Unlimited so I think I will read the wholes series as its available on KU.
April 9, 2012
This was a fun quick read.
November 5, 2012
**3**
This was a good read. I would certainly read something else by this author.
This was a good read. I would certainly read something else by this author.
June 5, 2016
Pocas veces uno se topa con libros tan malos como este. Honestamente te deja sin ganas de seguir con la saga.
September 9, 2012
Good read
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