Rachel A. (flybug) reviewed Lover Avenged (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Bk 7) on + 21 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 15
Lover Avenged is a worthy addition to the BDB collection. It's a longer, deeper story than any of the others, with plenty of time dedicated to sexy Rehvenge as well subplots on Wrath, John, and eeevil Lash. I don't want to give any of the plot away - you deserve the pleasure of discovering Rehv's amethyst eyes for yourself. Just know that Rehv is awesome, he has to deal with way too much crap (yeah, I got teary once or twice), but fortunately he doesn't have to deal with it all alone... which means we also get a much-needed hot Brotherhood fix to boot.
Ronelle K. (booknerdbookworm) reviewed Lover Avenged (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Bk 7) on + 5 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 13
Ward has outdone herself with "Lover Avenged." The first six novels in this series revolve around rather simplistic plots: Zsadist's story is simply his own, as is Rhage's, etc. This novel tells the story of Rehvenge BUT there's so much more. If you've been wondering what's going on with Wrath and his queen, question answered! Wanted more about John Matthew? That's there too. Wondering how Doc Jane is? Read on!
Additionally, she manages to present the characters of Xhex and Rehvenge honestly (showing all their flaws), but still in a way that just warmed my heart. You'll be a Rehv fan when you're done, I promise!
Additionally, she manages to present the characters of Xhex and Rehvenge honestly (showing all their flaws), but still in a way that just warmed my heart. You'll be a Rehv fan when you're done, I promise!
Melissa F. (mitabird) reviewed Lover Avenged (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Bk 7) on + 188 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 9
I liked Lover Avenged, but there was something about the book that didn't quite work for me. There seemed to be a shift somewhere; it didn't read like a Black Dagger Brotherhood book, IMO. Maybe it's because the book was about Rehvenge and he's not a brother. Also, this is the first time that I became annoyed with the lessers. They are an integral piece to the on-going war, but it was just about the leader finding ways to make money and it was boring to read about. Besides what's going on with Wrath, the storyline did not move forward in this book. The whole war issue with the lessers was at a stand-still and I wished there was some type of progression with it.
With my complaints aside, I loved Rehvenge and Ehlena. I liked how gentle he was with her and there was true emotion when they were together. I thought the revelation of who, and what, Rehvenge was handled beautifully. Ehlena's feelings and reactions were spot on and I admired how she was able to forgive him.
I felt so bad for JM in this book. He got kicked around too much, but I hated how he decided to handle everything. He's never had much guidance, and the one person he looks up to, was not around when he needed it. I am looking forward to his book, which I believe is next. Honestly, I hope it's not as long as this one was. 3.5 stars
With my complaints aside, I loved Rehvenge and Ehlena. I liked how gentle he was with her and there was true emotion when they were together. I thought the revelation of who, and what, Rehvenge was handled beautifully. Ehlena's feelings and reactions were spot on and I admired how she was able to forgive him.
I felt so bad for JM in this book. He got kicked around too much, but I hated how he decided to handle everything. He's never had much guidance, and the one person he looks up to, was not around when he needed it. I am looking forward to his book, which I believe is next. Honestly, I hope it's not as long as this one was. 3.5 stars
Helpful Score: 7
I love this series!!!! I never know what's going to happen in J.R. Wards Black Dagger Brotherhood series, except to say that she's never let me down when it comes to a page turner. Well worth the money I spent on this book and one I can read over and over again when I find myself in a reading rut. Just wish I didn't have to wait so long for the next one, then again, Ward makes it worth the wait. A 5 star read.
Helpful Score: 4
Continues the saga of the Black Dagger Brotherhood with the story of Rhevenge and Ehlena. Not a horrible book, but not nearly as good as the first few books in the series. Definitely not worth the cost of a new hardcover, so get it used or at your library.
There were lots of subplots going on in this one. It set the stage for the next book (John and Xhex). There was a fair amount about Wrath. The rest of the brothers were in the book but only superficially.
If you like the series, I think it's a "must read" because the books build on each other and you would have information gaps otherwise.
There were lots of subplots going on in this one. It set the stage for the next book (John and Xhex). There was a fair amount about Wrath. The rest of the brothers were in the book but only superficially.
If you like the series, I think it's a "must read" because the books build on each other and you would have information gaps otherwise.