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leelee68's review against another edition
5.0
This was really good and normally vampire books are not my favorite, but this is a different type of vampire book. There is just too much going on in here for me to explain it right . I will say I loved Carson and Lincoln together. Normally I can figure out what's going to happen but even I was fooled. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.
crtsjffrsn's review against another edition
3.0
Connor Locke is a rare vampire, a Tabula Rasa. When he bites someone, he has the ability to completely wipe their memories. Because he can work this power on both humans and other vampires, he's considered dangerous by some and useful by others. But it means he needs to be careful what he does, where he goes, and who he trusts. So when he's caught stealing blood to survive, he's understandably suspicious of Lincoln Samuels, the New Vampire Justice Commander who saves Connor's life, heals his wounds, and offers to help him. But as other forces prepare to move in on Connor and use him for their own purposes, he finds Lincoln might just be the one person he can count on. And together, they might just be able to change the world.
I've found that I'm reading more vampire stories than I think I have in the past. It's not really a conscious thing; they're just the ones that are popping up on my reading list at the right time lately. But I'm also finding that I'm enjoying the stories that I'm reading more than I think I did in the past. And that's largely because I'm picking up books that are about more than the fact that a vampire is involved. There's more going on in the story. Yes, one (or more) of the main characters is a vampire, but the story doesn't revolve around that chapter after chapter after chapter. And an action romance like this one is a shining example of how to tell such a story without resorting to tropes to get through it...
I've found that I'm reading more vampire stories than I think I have in the past. It's not really a conscious thing; they're just the ones that are popping up on my reading list at the right time lately. But I'm also finding that I'm enjoying the stories that I'm reading more than I think I did in the past. And that's largely because I'm picking up books that are about more than the fact that a vampire is involved. There's more going on in the story. Yes, one (or more) of the main characters is a vampire, but the story doesn't revolve around that chapter after chapter after chapter. And an action romance like this one is a shining example of how to tell such a story without resorting to tropes to get through it...
anya_doesntmatter's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
If it's one thing this girl loves it’s a good vampire story. A vampire story so good I do back flips because let's face it, there are a million vampire stories out there and it its hard for a story to stand out amongst so many ( well there was that one series that featured vampires that sparkled. Ugh!) Anyway, I haven’t read a vampire story this engrossing since Nicholas Bella’s [bc:Chained in Darkness|24769382|Chained in Darkness (Season One)|Nicholas Bella|https://d2arxad8u2l0g7.cloudfront.net/books/1422665024s/24769382.jpg|44400391] (New Haven series) and D.B. Reynold’s [bc:Raphael|6398385|Raphael (Vampires in America, #1)|D.B. Reynolds|https://d2arxad8u2l0g7.cloudfront.net/books/1327922058s/6398385.jpg|6587077] (Vampires in America) series. *Disclaimer: Bella's vampires are dark, brutal & vicious. His stories are NOT for the faint of heart. Lots of non-con and BDSM*
This is absolutely delightful. I love the world Wallace builds. I love the fact that there is diversity amongst the vampire species and I absolutely love the characters Wallace uses a lead into his new series.
Carson and Lincoln as a couple in one word? Divine! Love their chemistry. Strong supporting characters are a rarity in books. The characters in this book are NOT filler. They are so well developed and interesting, I cannot wait to sink my teeth into their stories.
This is one of those books that’s hard to summarize without giving a lot away. This is also one of those books that you just fall in love with because of all the feels it evokes.
I highly recommend it. Especially if you’re looking for a nice sweet vampire story.
Can’t wait for the next one!
If it's one thing this girl loves it’s a good vampire story. A vampire story so good I do back flips because let's face it, there are a million vampire stories out there and it its hard for a story to stand out amongst so many ( well there was that one series that featured vampires that sparkled. Ugh!) Anyway, I haven’t read a vampire story this engrossing since Nicholas Bella’s [bc:Chained in Darkness|24769382|Chained in Darkness (Season One)|Nicholas Bella|https://d2arxad8u2l0g7.cloudfront.net/books/1422665024s/24769382.jpg|44400391] (New Haven series) and D.B. Reynold’s [bc:Raphael|6398385|Raphael (Vampires in America, #1)|D.B. Reynolds|https://d2arxad8u2l0g7.cloudfront.net/books/1327922058s/6398385.jpg|6587077] (Vampires in America) series. *Disclaimer: Bella's vampires are dark, brutal & vicious. His stories are NOT for the faint of heart. Lots of non-con and BDSM*
This is absolutely delightful. I love the world Wallace builds. I love the fact that there is diversity amongst the vampire species and I absolutely love the characters Wallace uses a lead into his new series.
Carson and Lincoln as a couple in one word? Divine! Love their chemistry. Strong supporting characters are a rarity in books. The characters in this book are NOT filler. They are so well developed and interesting, I cannot wait to sink my teeth into their stories.
This is one of those books that’s hard to summarize without giving a lot away. This is also one of those books that you just fall in love with because of all the feels it evokes.
I highly recommend it. Especially if you’re looking for a nice sweet vampire story.
Can’t wait for the next one!
the_novel_approach's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 Stars
I have read a lot of paranormal m/m stories. There is for most a main theme of instant attraction between the two main characters, often followed by the need to push away said attraction with confusion, hurt feelings, and general mayhem ensuing as a result. Over time, this genre for me has become somewhat formulaic, so I am always hoping that a novel will come along to break the mold, so to speak. Dare to Love Forever by JC Wallace has certainly come very close to renewing my faith in what I feel has become a tired, overwrought genre. However, JC Wallace did not break the mold I mentioned above, rather the author finessed it to the point where new life was breathed into the paranormal market. Allow me to explain how I felt this was so masterfully accomplished.
Essentially we are presented with two unique vampires. One of them is called the tabula rosa, Carson Locke. Carson is starving and on the run. He believes his entire family has been murdered and that he will be next. Deep in his past is the secret that his own nature, that of a blood-sucking vampire, caused irreparable harm to a person he loved. Carson refuses to bite another person as a result, so he finds himself stealing blood from a repository when he is captured by the vampire police force, the NVJ. Also locked within Carson are powers untold, and there is only one way for them to be unlocked, by drinking the blood of another rare form of vampire, a Santore, a healer.
Lincoln Samuels is the head commander of the NJV, where Carson is discovered. He takes him into custody and before long, realizes he must give his blood if Carson is to survive. However, Lincoln also harbors a deep secret. His blood can cause an unbreakable bond with another vampire, and a previous bonding nearly killed Lincoln. Surrounding these two deeply troubled men is a host of complications that will cause them to not only embrace a deepening bond between themselves but also place both of them in danger of losing one another permanently. How can they survive if they are apart? More importantly, will the corruption that is rife within the police force be the ruin of not only the two of them but also of the lives of all those they love?
JC Wallace takes on a tired genre and transforms it into an action packed mystery that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. Interspersed with fast paced action and rife with clever plot twists and turns, the author establishes an alternate world where vampires police their own, and those with special powers are not only sought after but are also endangered due to their abilities. Along the way, this clever author allows for the establishment of a strong love between his two main characters, and actually guides them to explain their reactions of fear and mistrust with one another so that the bond they feel can deepen rather than cause disunity.
All in all, the careful plotting and immensely satisfying love story created a paranormal novel that was not only wildly entertaining but left the door open for future installments. Perhaps the only niggle I had with this book, and the reason it was not a full 5 stars, was the ending to the story. I felt it was not only rushed but that things just cleaned up a bit too neatly for all that had happened and been discovered by Lincoln and Carson. However, this was a minor glitch in an otherwise compelling and exciting novel, one that I would easily recommend to those who enjoy this genre, and especially to those who are seeking a story that breathes new life into the paranormal realm.
I have read a lot of paranormal m/m stories. There is for most a main theme of instant attraction between the two main characters, often followed by the need to push away said attraction with confusion, hurt feelings, and general mayhem ensuing as a result. Over time, this genre for me has become somewhat formulaic, so I am always hoping that a novel will come along to break the mold, so to speak. Dare to Love Forever by JC Wallace has certainly come very close to renewing my faith in what I feel has become a tired, overwrought genre. However, JC Wallace did not break the mold I mentioned above, rather the author finessed it to the point where new life was breathed into the paranormal market. Allow me to explain how I felt this was so masterfully accomplished.
Essentially we are presented with two unique vampires. One of them is called the tabula rosa, Carson Locke. Carson is starving and on the run. He believes his entire family has been murdered and that he will be next. Deep in his past is the secret that his own nature, that of a blood-sucking vampire, caused irreparable harm to a person he loved. Carson refuses to bite another person as a result, so he finds himself stealing blood from a repository when he is captured by the vampire police force, the NVJ. Also locked within Carson are powers untold, and there is only one way for them to be unlocked, by drinking the blood of another rare form of vampire, a Santore, a healer.
Lincoln Samuels is the head commander of the NJV, where Carson is discovered. He takes him into custody and before long, realizes he must give his blood if Carson is to survive. However, Lincoln also harbors a deep secret. His blood can cause an unbreakable bond with another vampire, and a previous bonding nearly killed Lincoln. Surrounding these two deeply troubled men is a host of complications that will cause them to not only embrace a deepening bond between themselves but also place both of them in danger of losing one another permanently. How can they survive if they are apart? More importantly, will the corruption that is rife within the police force be the ruin of not only the two of them but also of the lives of all those they love?
JC Wallace takes on a tired genre and transforms it into an action packed mystery that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. Interspersed with fast paced action and rife with clever plot twists and turns, the author establishes an alternate world where vampires police their own, and those with special powers are not only sought after but are also endangered due to their abilities. Along the way, this clever author allows for the establishment of a strong love between his two main characters, and actually guides them to explain their reactions of fear and mistrust with one another so that the bond they feel can deepen rather than cause disunity.
All in all, the careful plotting and immensely satisfying love story created a paranormal novel that was not only wildly entertaining but left the door open for future installments. Perhaps the only niggle I had with this book, and the reason it was not a full 5 stars, was the ending to the story. I felt it was not only rushed but that things just cleaned up a bit too neatly for all that had happened and been discovered by Lincoln and Carson. However, this was a minor glitch in an otherwise compelling and exciting novel, one that I would easily recommend to those who enjoy this genre, and especially to those who are seeking a story that breathes new life into the paranormal realm.
atheresa's review against another edition
2.0
Lincoln was a poor LE officer. He just reacted and wasn't able to think ahead. He was an inconsistent weak leader. Carson acted more mature for his age and lack of socialization. Their relationship development was shallow.
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