Black Dagger Brotherhood #5 and #6

Lover Unbound

Ruthless and brilliant, Vishous son of the Bloodletter possesses a destructive curse and a frightening ability to see the future. As a pretrans growing up in his father's war camp, he was tormented and abused. As a member of the Brotherhood, he has no interest in love or emotion, only the battle with the Lessening Society. But when a mortal injury puts him in the care of a human surgeon, Dr. Jane Whitcomb compels him to reveal his inner pain and taste true pleasure for the first time- until a destiny he didn't choose takes him into a future that cannot include her.

This series has been on quite a few blogger favorite lists, and I wondered why. I picked up the first book and figured out why! I quickly devoured the next three books to get to this one. Each brother intrigued me and I looked forward to each of their stories. This is Vishous and Jane's story, even though we get snippets of John Matthew before his transition and just after as well as a bit more about the Other Side. Not much happens with the battle between the Lessers in this installment.  It was all going so well, I loved everything about it UNTIL Vishous and Jane got their HEA. Just did not like how it came about, can't tell you as it is a huge spoiler.  I did like that Vishous's mother was involved, but still that did not sell me on the ending. I will, however, continue on with the series. Phury is next. 

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Lover Enshrined
Fiercely loyal to the Black Dagger Brotherhood, Phury has sacrificed himself for the good of the race, becoming the male responsible for keeping the Brotherhood's bloodlines alive. As Primale of the Chosen, he is to father the sons and daughters who will ensure that the traditions of the race survive and that there are warriors to fight those who want all vampires extinguished.

As his first mate, the Chosen Cormia wants to win not only his body but his heart for herself- she sees the emotionally scarred male behind all his noble responsibility. But while the war with the Lessening Society grows more grim, and tragedy looms over the Brotherhood's mansion, Phury must decide between duty and love.

This edition in the series redeemed itself in my eyes. Phury's story was heartbreaking and emotional. There was so much more going on in this book than just Phury and Cormia. We are treated to more of John Matthew and friends after their transition. Rhevenge figures prominently building up to the next book. The fight between the Brotherhood and the Lessers heats up with a huge twist.  Page turning suspense!

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