Review: Lover Eternal (BDB #2)

Summary

Lover Eternal by J.R. Ward is about a woman who simply wants to lead a life free of complications. However, when her cancer returns, her life is turned upside down. The man who has been calling the hotline unwittingly entangles Mary into a life full of danger and desire. When she goes on a date with a man she doesn't remember meeting, she cannot believe that he could actually be interested in her. Despite the fact that he does like her, she has remain strong so she can deal with her illness, and that means keeping him at arms length.

When Rhage meets her for the first time, something magical happens. Her voice soothes him. In an attempt to get to get closer to her, he sets up a date. Things get complicated when they are attacked by lessers. The lessers know where she lives now, and he has to protect her. He goes against the command of his brothers when he brings her to his place. Rhage must pay a price for his disobedience. As things get steamy, they also get complicated. Rhage has a secret. He has a beast inside of him, and it wants her.

Review

Before I started reading this book, I did not know what to expect. It is the second novel in the Black Dagger Brotherhood Series by J.R. Ward. As I started reading, I was slightly disappointed in the change in characters. After reading Dark Lover, I had really come to like Beth and Wrath. However, as the story progressed, by disappointment disappeared. While the story might focus on different characters, those character become just as enthralling as the ones in the previous novel. I especially love Rhage's acceptance of the beast inside of him and his commitment to the woman he loves, regardless of the consequences. I am anxiously waiting for the third novel to become available at the library. I heard great things about this series, and it is definitely living up to my expectations!

Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

Review: Dark Lover (Black Dagger Brotherhood #1)

Summary

Dark Lover by J.R. Ward is about a woman who is thrust into a world that is entirely unfamiliar to her. Beth grew up as an orphan, never knowing who her parents were. When she meets a mysterious stranger who shows up at her apartment one night, it leads her on a road to discover who she is and where she came from. Lucky for her he shows up, otherwise, she would not survive when her very nature turns against her.

Wrath is a warrior. His duty is to protect his race and his people. His destiny is to lead. He has vowed to protect his dead brother's daughter as a favor. However, things do not entirely go to plan when he meets her. There is something about her that entices and endears him to her. However, taking a lover is not something he has ever wanted or planned on. That is, not until he meets her.

Review

Dark Lover is an enthralling novel with an abundance of romance and passion. Ward does a fabulous job of characterizing the hero and heroine.  I love when the lead female character is strong, and Ward does a great job of  creating a strong heroine in Dark lover. Beth, is a strong character who is does not let fear stop her, but she also has depth. She is a great match for her male equivalent. Wrath is a warrior who lives to protect his race and his brothers. Over the course of the book, the reader is able to see a change in him as he learns to accept love.

Rating 5 out of 5 stars.