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Pleasure of a Dark Prince by Kresley Cole
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"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.

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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
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"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
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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.


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Dark Needs at Night's Edge
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Kiss of a Demon King
Untouchable
Pleasure of a Dark Prince
Demon from the Dark
Dreams of a Dark Warrior
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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. ”
Kresley Cole, Pleasure of a Dark Prince

Kresley Cole
“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--”
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Kresley Cole
“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.”
Kresley Cole, Pleasure of a Dark Prince

Kresley Cole
“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.”
Kresley Cole, Pleasure of a Dark Prince

Kresley Cole
"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.

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Reading Progress

May 22, 2014 – Shelved
August 28, 2014 – Started Reading
August 29, 2014 –
page 200
46.4% ""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."
"
August 30, 2014 –
page 309
71.69% "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�""
August 30, 2014 –
page 334
77.49% "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!"
"
August 31, 2014 – Finished Reading

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message 1: by Alice (new) - added it

Alice Love your review so far :) awesome !
Def reading this one !


Sammy Loves Books Mimi wrote: "Love your review so far :) awesome !
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)


message 3: by Baba (new)

Baba  Looking forward to the full review, Sammy. Great pics! :) xxx


Deanna❤Pink Lady❤️ Fabulous review Cyborg Slut......you have been in reading Heaven lately!! xo-


message 5: by Mo (new)

Mo Great review, Sammy, always love your pictures.


message 6: by Laci (new)

Laci Great review and pics


Delta We need a "love it" button! Always enjoy your casting with the pictures. Perfect fit with Garreth and Lucia.


Sammy Loves Books Baba ♥♥� Tyler, Marcus, Archer, Dean, Adrian, Dan & Hunter wrote: "Looking forward to the full review, Sammy. Great pics! :) xxx"

Thanks Baba..I finally posted it ;o)


Sammy Loves Books Deanna❤Pink Lady❤️ wrote: "Fabulous review Cyborg Slut......you have been in reading Heaven lately!! xo-"

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


Sammy Loves Books Mo wrote: "Great review, Sammy, always love your pictures."

Thank you Mo!!


Sammy Loves Books Laci wrote: "Great review and pics"

I really appreciate it Laci!! I have been loving this series!!


Sammy Loves Books Delta wrote: "We need a "love it" button! Always enjoy your casting with the pictures. Perfect fit with Garreth and Lucia."

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


Lady Vigilante (Feifei) Terrific review Sammy!! :D


Sammy Loves Books Lady Vigilante (Feifei) wrote: "Terrific review Sammy!! :D"

Thanks so much Feifei!! This series rocks!!


SueBee★bring me an alpha!★ Fantastic review Sammy! = DD


Pavlina Read more sleep less blog  Amazing review Sammy :))


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Baba  Sammy, the Cyborg Slut wrote: "Baba ♥♥� Tyler, Marcus, Archer, Dean, Adrian, Dan & Hunter wrote: "Looking forward to the full review, Sammy. Great pics! :) xxx"

Thanks Baba..I finally posted it ;o)"


As always, great review, Sammy! :) xxx


Sammy Loves Books SueBee★bring me an alpha!� wrote: "Fantastic review Sammy! = DD"

Thanks a bunch SueBee ;o))


Sammy Loves Books Pavlina loves Dex ❤❤ wrote: "Amazing review Sammy :))"

Thank you, Pavlina!!


Sammy Loves Books Baba ♥♥� Tyler, Marcus, Archer, Dean, Adrian, Dan & Hunter wrote: "Sammy, the Cyborg Slut wrote: "As always, great review, Sammy! :) xxx
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You're the best Baba. Thanx


Anna (Bobs Her Hair) It would be a nice change to have a IAD heroine doing the pursuing. Oh, that would be verra, verra nice! ;D


message 22: by Pam (new) - added it

Pam omg, you are on a roll, so glad you are enjoying the series, I need to get my ass on these reads soon... lol Great review, Sammy!


Sammy Loves Books Anna (Bobs Her Hair) wrote: "It would be a nice change to have a IAD heroine doing the pursuing. Oh, that would be verra, verra nice! ;D"

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.


Sammy Loves Books Pam wrote: "omg, you are on a roll, so glad you are enjoying the series, I need to get my ass on these reads soon... lol Great review, Sammy!"

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


Anna (Bobs Her Hair) Sammy, the Cyborg Slut wrote: "Anna (Bobs Her Hair) wrote: "It would be a nice change to have a IAD heroine doing the pursuing. Oh, that would be verra, verra nice! ;D"

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


Sammy Loves Books Anna (Bobs Her Hair) wrote: "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)


Anna (Bobs Her Hair) Sammy, the Cyborg Slut wrote: "Anna (Bobs Her Hair) wrote: "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 s..."


I have him paired with Fury, but you never know! ;)


Sammy Loves Books Oh Anna,…I love it!! She is gonna need some serious TLC after what she's been through. I like him for that! Plus she will hate Vamps so it would be a perfect IAD match!!


Carol (StarAngel's Reviews) Allen Love your review Sammy!!


Sammy Loves Books Carol (StarAngel's Reviews) wrote: "Love your review Sammy!!"

Thanks for checking it out Carol ;o))


Jx PinkLady Reviews ♡ Fabulous review, Sammy xxx


Sammy Loves Books Jxxx � Pink Lady � wrote: "Fabulous review, Sammy xxx"

You're the bestest ever, Jxxx!!!


Nicole This one was a bit hard for me... Most of the time I was feeling terribly sorry for Garreth, I mean, Lachlain and Bowen had it easy compared to him. I wasn't thrilled with the whole Amazon trip thing, but the ending was great and Garreth was such an awesome hero. I'm not too worried about the fighting-couples trend, but for the fated mates being specifically of the race that caused the greater pains to the the guys (i.e: Lachlain-Emma, Bowen-Mariketa). But well, I always enjoy a KC book :)


Sammy Loves Books Nicole wrote: "This one was a bit hard for me... Most of the time I was feeling terribly sorry for Garreth, I mean, Lachlain and Bowen had it easy compared to him. I wasn't thrilled with the whole Amazon trip thi..."

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!


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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


Sammy Loves Books Melissa wrote: "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)


Kay (❦ ᴗ ❦ ✿) BooksandMe Fabulous review Sammy!


Sammy Loves Books � Kay wrote: "Fabulous review Sammy!"

I appreciate it, Kay. Thanks friend.


message 39: by Bree (new) - rated it 5 stars

Bree I'm reading this one right now:) Garreth is great:)


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