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Pleasure of a Dark Prince (Immortals After Dark, #8)
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May 22, 2014
bookshelves: library-book, angst-upon-angst, bad-ass-heroine, bestiality, do-me-baby, he-owns-my-heart, lendable, ebooks-i-own, paranormal-romance, shifters-are-hot, stalkerific-alpha, violence-torture-gore, virgins-like-sex-too, werewolves-rule
"You're my woman, Lousha. Damn you, I'll never want another!"
Can I just say that I LOVED Garreth MacRieve!! He embodies everything that I love in an Werewolf Alpha.

Garreth was patient, kind, and strong as sin. I was in awe by what he was physically capable of. Garreth was also hell bent on protecting his woman at any cost. And did I say he was patient? These two didn't seal the deal until after page 300 and over a year (book time) of chase.
Garreth MacRieve, Prince of the Lykae

"You've maddened me for you, have changed everything." Reaching between them, clutching her panties, he rasped, "So I'm going to fuck you long and hard, beauty, because if I'm to be enslaved by you-I want to be your master as well."
Lucia has sworn oath to the Goddess of Archers. In exchange for her ability to shoot, Lucia vowed chastity, purity, and humility. Lucia has a bit of an ego and she refuses to give up her abilities, so therefore she is NOT willing to have a sexual relationship with Garreth even though she was his mate. Not only did that not set well with me, if was Beyond frustrating.
Lucia the Huntress

Lucia was the heroine I had high hopes for but started to dislike by the 60% mark. She was 1000 year old Valkyie that was afraid to take a chance on love. I understand that she was afraid to lose her identity as the world's best Archer. My frustration with Lucia stemmed from her selfishness! She was all take while Garreth was always the one making sacrifices for her. I just could not understand her motivation to run from him and give him such hell.
"With his harsh, beast like voice, he rasped, "Woman, you are everything to me!" He wrapped her hair around his fist, forcing her to meet his frenzied gaze. "Why can I no' be that for you? Let me claim you for my own. Choose me this night�""
I never felt like Lucia gave her heart to Garreth. She was so self absorbed and self centered. She is by far my LEAST fave of the Valkyrie heroines.
The first 25% of this book was mostly a recap of events that took place in previous books, but at least it was all from different points of view. The next 60% of the book was all about the chase with the final 15% focusing on resolving the fight between Lucia and her demons.
Kresley Cole is a phenomenal writer but I'v grown tired of the trend of couples fighting each other. For instance, Garreth chases and Lucia runs. That type of conflict gets tiresome after a few books. I hope this trend does not continue through out this series.
My Immortals After Dark Reviews:
The Warlord Wants Forever
A Hunger Like No Other
No Rest for the Wicked
Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night
Dark Needs at Night's Edge
Dark Desires After Dusk
Kiss of a Demon King
Untouchable
Pleasure of a Dark Prince
Demon from the Dark
Dreams of a Dark Warrior
Lothaire
Dark Skye
Can I just say that I LOVED Garreth MacRieve!! He embodies everything that I love in an Werewolf Alpha.

Garreth was patient, kind, and strong as sin. I was in awe by what he was physically capable of. Garreth was also hell bent on protecting his woman at any cost. And did I say he was patient? These two didn't seal the deal until after page 300 and over a year (book time) of chase.
Garreth MacRieve, Prince of the Lykae

"You've maddened me for you, have changed everything." Reaching between them, clutching her panties, he rasped, "So I'm going to fuck you long and hard, beauty, because if I'm to be enslaved by you-I want to be your master as well."
Lucia has sworn oath to the Goddess of Archers. In exchange for her ability to shoot, Lucia vowed chastity, purity, and humility. Lucia has a bit of an ego and she refuses to give up her abilities, so therefore she is NOT willing to have a sexual relationship with Garreth even though she was his mate. Not only did that not set well with me, if was Beyond frustrating.
Lucia the Huntress

Lucia was the heroine I had high hopes for but started to dislike by the 60% mark. She was 1000 year old Valkyie that was afraid to take a chance on love. I understand that she was afraid to lose her identity as the world's best Archer. My frustration with Lucia stemmed from her selfishness! She was all take while Garreth was always the one making sacrifices for her. I just could not understand her motivation to run from him and give him such hell.
"With his harsh, beast like voice, he rasped, "Woman, you are everything to me!" He wrapped her hair around his fist, forcing her to meet his frenzied gaze. "Why can I no' be that for you? Let me claim you for my own. Choose me this night�""
I never felt like Lucia gave her heart to Garreth. She was so self absorbed and self centered. She is by far my LEAST fave of the Valkyrie heroines.
The first 25% of this book was mostly a recap of events that took place in previous books, but at least it was all from different points of view. The next 60% of the book was all about the chase with the final 15% focusing on resolving the fight between Lucia and her demons.
Kresley Cole is a phenomenal writer but I'v grown tired of the trend of couples fighting each other. For instance, Garreth chases and Lucia runs. That type of conflict gets tiresome after a few books. I hope this trend does not continue through out this series.
My Immortals After Dark Reviews:
The Warlord Wants Forever
A Hunger Like No Other
No Rest for the Wicked
Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night
Dark Needs at Night's Edge
Dark Desires After Dusk
Kiss of a Demon King
Untouchable
Pleasure of a Dark Prince
Demon from the Dark
Dreams of a Dark Warrior
Lothaire
Dark Skye
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“You've maddened me for you...have changed everything. So, I'm going to f*ck you long and hard, beauty, because if I'm to be enslaved by you-I want to be your master as well. ”
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince

“This is what it's all been about with you," he said in an even tone. "All the fear, all the running. The nightmares." When she nodded, he said, "You called him the devil."
"He is." What are you thinking, Scot?
"But you... married him?"
MacRieve's disgusted with me. "Basically? Yes."
"Ceremony and everything?"
She swallowed. "He tricked me into it. I-I was only sixteen."
A muscle ticked in his cheek and his irises grew pale. "Then know this..."
She stopped breathing.
"Lass, I'm about to make you a widow--”
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince
"He is." What are you thinking, Scot?
"But you... married him?"
MacRieve's disgusted with me. "Basically? Yes."
"Ceremony and everything?"
She swallowed. "He tricked me into it. I-I was only sixteen."
A muscle ticked in his cheek and his irises grew pale. "Then know this..."
She stopped breathing.
"Lass, I'm about to make you a widow--”
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince

“What are you trying to prove?" Lucia demanded.
Between strikes, he bellowed, "That you should no' have left me!"
"You were going to do it to me--don't bother denying it!" When he didn't, she said, "Then why are you different?" Another volley of arrows. "What gives you the right to risk yourself?"
He snapped, "Because you could move on if something happened to me.”
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince
Between strikes, he bellowed, "That you should no' have left me!"
"You were going to do it to me--don't bother denying it!" When he didn't, she said, "Then why are you different?" Another volley of arrows. "What gives you the right to risk yourself?"
He snapped, "Because you could move on if something happened to me.”
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince

“Naturally, the first time Garreth encountered his mate—the one he’d awaited so long—she’d seen him calling his competitors pussies and playing by dirty rules. He was shirtless, well on his way to being drunk, and filthy with blood and mud. He wasn’t even wearing shoes. And it probably appeared as if he’d been about to take part in an orgy.”
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince

“"Nix, I know you're faking the static." She could picture her sister blowing into her fist directly at the receiver. The static abruptly stopped. "Why?"
"It seamed less rude than the alternative."
"What's that?"
Click.”
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince
"It seamed less rude than the alternative."
"What's that?"
Click.”
― Pleasure of a Dark Prince
Reading Progress
May 22, 2014
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August 28, 2014
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August 29, 2014
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""Basically, you'll lose your mind, turning animalistic, hunting me down until you claim me repeatedly, biting my neck and marking me as your possession. Nothing will stop you-no cage can hold you. Did I miss anything?"
"Aye, Lousha." His gaze raked over her and his voice deepened. "The fact that you're going to like it.""
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"Aye, Lousha." His gaze raked over her and his voice deepened. "The fact that you're going to like it.""
August 30, 2014
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"With his harsh, beast like voice, he rasped, "Woman, you are everything to me!" He wrapped her hair around his fist, forcing her to meet his frenzied gaze. "Why can I no' be that for you? Let me claim you for my own. Choose me this night�""
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"I was coming back for you! Though you donna deserve me to, stubborn Valkyrie."
"Why? I thought you were done."
"I'll never be done! he snapped, wincing again as his ribs screamed in protest. "You're my woman, Lousha. Damn you, I'll never want another!""
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"Why? I thought you were done."
"I'll never be done! he snapped, wincing again as his ribs screamed in protest. "You're my woman, Lousha. Damn you, I'll never want another!""
August 31, 2014
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Finished Reading
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Def reading this one !"
This entire series has been a total joy!! And I love the cameos of previous couples and characters. Try and read it in order if you can Mimi ;o)


Thanks Baba..I finally posted it ;o)

Yes! Between my love of Sci-fi and Paranormal romance, I have been on cloud nine. Thanks for checking it out Sweet D!!

You are so sweet Delta. Thank you!! I always wonder what other readers think of my casting ;o))

Thanks so much Feifei!! This series rocks!!

Thanks Baba..I finally posted it ;o)"
As always, great review, Sammy! :) xxx

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You're the best Baba. Thanx



I agree with you 100%, Anna. Or better yet, have a couple that wants to be together, but has an external conflict. I have gotten bored with the current theme.

You will love them Pammie!! Especially the yummy, badass werewolves ;op

I agree with you 100%, Anna. Or better yet, have a coupl..."
Maybe Nix? I can't see her running from her mate, but he may fight it. Lol

Ooo, Anna, I have a theory on who KC may put with Nix…and I don't see him running from shit�(view spoiler)

Ooo, Anna, I have a theory on who KC may put with Nix…and I don't see him running from s..."
I have him paired with Fury, but you never know! ;)



I always enjoy them too and I know exactly what you mean Nicole. But some of these Valkyrie are just TOO anti-love, Lol...KC is phenomenal though!
Great review Sammy! I really want to start this one now that I know Garreth is awesome. I haven't fallen in love with a lykae yet, so hopefully he will be the one! lol

He definitely outshines Bowen and Lachlain. I loved him!! The heroine, not so much ;o)
Def reading this one !