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A Vampire's Hunger (Vampire's Promise, #4) by Carla Susan Smith
Series: Vampire's Promise #4
Published by Lyrical Press on October 25th 2016
Genres: Paranormal
Pages: 400
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FINAL DECISION: This is an enjoyable adventure. There is not much romance development but that doesn’t bother me because there is a lot of plot development in this book. I hope there is more to come because I have more questions.
THE STORY: Rowen and Gabriel’s story continues. Rowen goes deeper into the vampire world in this book. At the end of Book 3, Rowen and Gabriel’s friend Aleksei comes to her apartment injured and desperate for blood to save his life. Rowen violates all the rules when she gives her blood to Aleksei despite being bonded with Gabriel. Rowen also must deal with impulsive decision to force Gabriel to protect her friend’s baby which might result in the severing of Rowan and Gabriel’s relationship and her own demon who intends to claim her for himself. This book also focuses on the Original Vampire Ryiel who joins Rowen and Gabriel as old enemies emerge.
OPINION: I have enjoyed each of these book more than the last. In this book, the characters continue to develop in their relationships. As more characters become prominent in the stories, they enrich the book and it overarching storyline.
Gabriel and Rowen have some bumps in this book, but their connection feels more grounded and deep as their disagreements are worked out. This book manages to resolve most of the lingering challenges to Gabriel and Rowen’s relationship — but there is still much to learn about their friends so I hope there are more books to come.
Rowen still has her impetuous streak, but she is learning some caution and has some calculated chances rather than just jumping in. This book requires much trust between Gabriel and Rowen and it is nice to see them handle some difficult circumstances. There are challenges — especially for the possessive Gabriel, but they are working through their problems.
I was most intrigued in this book with the story of Ryiel. I really want to know his full story even if we have to flash forward in time.
In conclusion, I thought this was a great addition to the series.
WORTH MENTIONING: This book does not resolve all the questions raised.
CONNECTED BOOKS: A VAMPIRE’S HUNGER is the fourth book in the Vampire’s Promise series. This series is better when the books are read in order because there are continuing storylines.
STAR RATING: I give this book 4 stars.