Chelsea S. (PengQueen) reviewed on 7/23/2009 + 114 more book reviews

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This is still, in my opinion, JR Ward's best work so far.

This is third book in the series and you absolutely must read the first two to expect to follow the plot of this one. The story begins with Bella, who has been kidnapped and abused, and Zsadist who is desperate to save her. As a warrior of exceptional skill with little regard to his own safety, he succeeds-only to realize he has no idea what to do with her. As it turns out Zsadist has a tragic past that has resulted in his lack of ability to connect with people-even in something as simple as being touched. He is dysfunctional and self-hating on many levels, but his new ties to Bella begin to make him rethink his life and help him put his past behind him.

This story is raw and emotional. Ward does not shy away from the ugly and violent parts of her characters lives and personalities, so it is all the more beautiful when they find happiness despite it all.

Zsadist is oddly lovable. He isn't handsome or charming, but he is direct and loving. It's sweet to see him discover his ability to feel.

World-building seriously starts in this book as the war that the Brothers fight continues and new warriors must be trained. We also begin to get an idea of how vampire society works outside the military aspect.

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