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raven168's review
3.0
This was really hard for me to rate. Many of the stories bored me, but some of them I loved. I tend to stay away from anthologies because they're usually novellas or prequels to series I've never heard of, but I just had to check this one out. Dark vampire stories? Sign me up! Was it worth the $7? I'd have to say probably not. Worth reading though? For sure. There's darkness, incredible heat, and violence. Such a wonderful combination. Oh, and of course the vampires. I love me these dominating blood suckers.
Cathedral by Addison Cain
Didn't enjoy at all. Was bored out of my mind and just didn't get into the story. Plus I really think it was more of a teaser to the first book of a series because the end came up feeling like it was the middle of a chapter.
Till the End of Time by Zoe Blake
This was such a twisted Dracula tale. Disturbing on so many levels. But damn, it was entertaining.
Master of Ceremonies by Alta Hensley
I enjoyed this one. The thrall of vampires can be so wickedly delightful. Until they tear your throat out.
Enthralled by Myra Danvers
This one was....brutal. So much depravity going on here and oh so disgusting at times. Hard to decide where to stand on this. At least it was never boring.
V is for Vampire by Eris Adderly
This one was interesting because it made me have questions that I wanted answers to. Definitely an interesting world built here between humans above and vampires below with so many lies in between.
Blinding Salvation by Livia Bourne
This one was probably my favorite. So much so that I actually took note of this author's name so when the main series comes out next year I will remember to look for it. The characters were great and the set up of this world has me hooked to know what will happen now that this powerful vampire is free and out for revenge.
The Devils Game by Sara Fields
Also one of my favorites in this collection. I enjoyed reading about what Cain put Ruby thru to get the outcome he wanted. I did think the ending was a little off though.
To my end by Anita Grey
This one was boring as hell and I couldn't stand the female mc. Talk about fucking stupid. So if nothing else, the ending pleased me.
Sweet Ruin by Cassandra Faye
This one was good. I liked everything from the curse to his vampire powers. All things considered, the girl gave in quite easily in the end....but that's something I've learned to expect any time "fated mates" shows up in a story.
Cathedral by Addison Cain
Didn't enjoy at all. Was bored out of my mind and just didn't get into the story. Plus I really think it was more of a teaser to the first book of a series because the end came up feeling like it was the middle of a chapter.
Till the End of Time by Zoe Blake
This was such a twisted Dracula tale. Disturbing on so many levels. But damn, it was entertaining.
Master of Ceremonies by Alta Hensley
I enjoyed this one. The thrall of vampires can be so wickedly delightful. Until they tear your throat out.
Enthralled by Myra Danvers
This one was....brutal. So much depravity going on here and oh so disgusting at times. Hard to decide where to stand on this. At least it was never boring.
V is for Vampire by Eris Adderly
This one was interesting because it made me have questions that I wanted answers to. Definitely an interesting world built here between humans above and vampires below with so many lies in between.
Blinding Salvation by Livia Bourne
This one was probably my favorite. So much so that I actually took note of this author's name so when the main series comes out next year I will remember to look for it. The characters were great and the set up of this world has me hooked to know what will happen now that this powerful vampire is free and out for revenge.
The Devils Game by Sara Fields
Also one of my favorites in this collection. I enjoyed reading about what Cain put Ruby thru to get the outcome he wanted. I did think the ending was a little off though.
To my end by Anita Grey
This one was boring as hell and I couldn't stand the female mc. Talk about fucking stupid. So if nothing else, the ending pleased me.
Sweet Ruin by Cassandra Faye
This one was good. I liked everything from the curse to his vampire powers. All things considered, the girl gave in quite easily in the end....but that's something I've learned to expect any time "fated mates" shows up in a story.
serialromancelibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
This anthology was so fun, creative, and unexpected! I felt like the vampire thing was overdone and redundant. This anthology proved me wrong and I loved how different each story is. This book is full of variety, and I loved it!
Cathedral by Addison Cain
Jade is a daywalking vampire who is basically a pawn of her father’s. She’s lived lifetimes of spying on rich and powerful using, you guessed it, her charms. I can’t wait for more and the conclusion of this story!
Till The End Of Time by Zoe Blake
This is a version of Dracula and a dark, dark romance!
Master Of Ceremonies by Alta Hensley
He is a vampire and the Master of Ceremonies of a circus of freaks. He enthralls the whole audience, including his human assistant, Ava...
Enthralled by Myra Danvers
Wow this one was violent, but good. Very dark and twisted. I must know what happens to Axton!
V Is For Vampire by Eris Adderly
I have to say, this one was my favorite. Mrs. Adderly is great at world building. November was my favorite vampire. This is such a cool premise. Loved the budding romance and love triangle. I’d happily take both men!
Blinding Salvation by Livia Bourne
Can’t wait to see what happens to Armand and Lily! This was my first introduction to this author and I want more!
Devil's Game by Sara Fields
This was a very interesting story! I enjoyed it and can’t wait to read the conclusion!
To My End by Anita Gray
This one starts out so sweet and all but there is an unexpected twist! Oh my! Will there be more? Surely! Hope so!
Sweet Ruin by Cassandra Faye
Nic and Grace start out dark as most vampire stories do but it hooked me and I didn’t expect to love it at first, but boy did I!
My only complaint about this anthology is it left me hanging so many times, but that’s a good thing for these authors! I was introduced to some great new writers! Now, just to wait for the full-length stories!
Cathedral by Addison Cain
Jade is a daywalking vampire who is basically a pawn of her father’s. She’s lived lifetimes of spying on rich and powerful using, you guessed it, her charms. I can’t wait for more and the conclusion of this story!
Till The End Of Time by Zoe Blake
This is a version of Dracula and a dark, dark romance!
Master Of Ceremonies by Alta Hensley
He is a vampire and the Master of Ceremonies of a circus of freaks. He enthralls the whole audience, including his human assistant, Ava...
Enthralled by Myra Danvers
Wow this one was violent, but good. Very dark and twisted. I must know what happens to Axton!
V Is For Vampire by Eris Adderly
I have to say, this one was my favorite. Mrs. Adderly is great at world building. November was my favorite vampire. This is such a cool premise. Loved the budding romance and love triangle. I’d happily take both men!
Blinding Salvation by Livia Bourne
Can’t wait to see what happens to Armand and Lily! This was my first introduction to this author and I want more!
Devil's Game by Sara Fields
This was a very interesting story! I enjoyed it and can’t wait to read the conclusion!
To My End by Anita Gray
This one starts out so sweet and all but there is an unexpected twist! Oh my! Will there be more? Surely! Hope so!
Sweet Ruin by Cassandra Faye
Nic and Grace start out dark as most vampire stories do but it hooked me and I didn’t expect to love it at first, but boy did I!
My only complaint about this anthology is it left me hanging so many times, but that’s a good thing for these authors! I was introduced to some great new writers! Now, just to wait for the full-length stories!
beckiebookworm1974's review
4.0
so this is a Vampire Anthology courtesy of some of my favourite dark authors.
This collection really has something for everyone and each story delivers a slightly different flavour.
In regards to the actual content here well, these are dark macabre tales filled with dubious and non-consent and questionable behaviour throughout so know your limits and be aware before jumping on this crazy train.
So as I said this is a collection from various authors this review is going to concentrate on the story Cathedral written by the queen of torture herself Addison Cain.
I was so excited when I actually realised just what universe this was set in and then also by the fact that our lead character here daywalker Jade was actually Darius and Pearl's daughter from the story Catacombs.
What a mind bend that was let me tell you.
So Cathedral itself is the start of a story that has yet to be finished, so Yay to that fact.
This was definitely an enthralling introduction decadent and dirty but also tragic and heart-breaking.
Where Jade even while standing in the light as a daywalker and the daughter of darkness herself is locked in a hopeless and bitter battle with the father she wholly abhors.
This really was an emotional rollercoaster of a ride and I really am excited to see how this story evolves and to also maybe have my questions and confusions addressed further.
Fingers crossed that won't be too long in the near future.
I voluntary reviewed a copy of Bite me (A Vampire Anthology).
Reviewed By Beckie Bookworm
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sassygremlin's review against another edition
5.0
This review is for the story in this anthology Cathedral by Addison Cain. I seriously think she is incapable of writing something I don’t like even when the subject matter is dark. So amazing! I can not wait to see what happens with Jade and Malcom.
somanybooksineedmoretime's review
4.0
Method: ebook
Rating: 4/5 stars
Thoughts: Enjoyed this anthology!!
blushkris's review against another edition
4.0
Overall, this is a well written collection of stories about the mythical creatures that rule the night. As i am not a huge fan of this genre it took me some time to read. Some stories are better than others. For example, Addison Cain's story was hot, steamy and wrong in all the right ways. And Myra Danvers Enthralled was horrific, surprising and i could not look away. This anthology introduced me to a few authors that i will be happy to see more from. So overall, a good experience.
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