Editorial Reviews. Review?The hottest collection of studs in romance.??"USA Today" Lover Avenged: Number 7 in series (Black Dagger Brotherhood Series) . guide - was a total waste of money, unlike the other ten Brotherhood books!.
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Their interactions with Nalla are what brought on the tears. With Z's guilt pushed aside and Bella there to comfort him, Nalla now as the chance to love her father as she was meant to from the beginning. Speaking of heartbreaking moments, another one is the interview with Tohr and Wellsie. My God, they are beautiful, aren't they? Their chemistry is as potent as ever and I am saddened to know the future outcome for them. Though that does not take away the validity of their love.
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They belong to one another. And what a cool thing to add: Being one myself, I was totally and completely entranced by this section. To be honest, I want to be J. It's the honest truth. So the fact that she is willing to share her tips and successes with fans is great. If you're dying for more Brothers, this one is a no-brainer. View all comments. I think he assumed that if Z ever healed a little, that his own suffering would be over. Jul 30, Julie jjmachshev rated it it was amazing Shelves: I'm just not sure what else to say about "The Black Dagger Brotherhood: An Insider's Guide" by J.
For those who have gotten caught up in this series, it's an absolute 'must buy' for your keeper shelf! Ward has included, among other things: I gnawed on this one like a chocoholic at Godiva's! Don't miss it, or the brothers View all 4 comments. Jul 26, Christy rated it really liked it. Just a few paragraphs about my boy's and their shellans hanging out ;. Apr 15, Julianna rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: Fans of the BDB.
It fills in the blanks for Zsadist and Bella, covering the events that occurred in their lives between the final chapter and epilogue of Lover Awakened. It relates the narrative of Nalla's birth, and the subsequent return of Z's nightmares of his horrific past. Z is one of my favorite brothers, because he is tough as nails on the outside but broken and vulnerable inside. He is such an amazing character, I could read dozens of stories about him and never get tired of them. Z is extremely complex and multi-layered which is one of the things I love about him.
I liked that J. Ward didn't make the end of Lover Awakened the end for Z. In real life, recovery from abuse is never, in my experience, something that is miraculously overcome, and there may be unexpected things that can trigger unpleasant memories even after one thinks they've been put to rest.
With this in mind, it made perfect sense that the birth of Z's daughter would reawaken some of his past issues, and it became an opportunity for him to take the next step in the healing process. I had been somewhat disappointed that the effects of Bella's abuse at the hands of the lesser in Lover Awakened was not really explored, so it was nice to see how she had been able to get closure as well. Father Mine was a beautifully told story in which Z and Bella, once again, show the unfathomable depth of love they have for one another, and now for their new daughter as well.
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All of the brothers except Butch put in an appearance in this novella, as well as Mary and Jane. There was a little hint of what the future may hold for Rhage and Mary as well, and I'll be interested to see how that plays out. Father Mine was a sweet, tender, romantic story. It was a definite keeper for me, and in my opinion, a must-read for fans of the series.
I've been away from the brothers for far too long, and I'm glad to be back, anxiously looking forward to reading the rest of this book, and continuing the series. Although it doesn't have an official book number, Father Mine falls between Lover Enshrined and Lover Avenged in the series ordering. The questionnaires and J. As I read these sections, I alternated between cracking up at their jokes my hubby asked me what was so funny and feeling touched by how genuinely real these characters seem to me.
It must have been a challenge for J. Ward to play herself plus get in character to play each brother in turn at the same time. I really appreciated her efforts on this, because I had a blast reading each one. Ward's craft comments on each book gave me a lot of insights into her personality as both a person and a writer. She also made me think about certain aspects of the stories and characters in a deeper way, so that I now understand a few things about the world she has created even better than I had before.
I love time travel in stories, but strangely hadn't really considered how the Scribe Virgin and the Omega had altered the space-time continuum in this series. Ward brought that up, because I had a fun, mind-blowing time pondering all that. It seems that we think quite a bit alike which I've come to conclude must be one of the reasons I love the Black Dagger Brotherhood series so much. As a newly aspiring author myself, I found Ms. Ward's advice for writers section to be both helpful and inspiring. It was comforting to know that I am already on the right track in some areas, and I learned several new things that could be invaluable in the future if I decide to attempt to publish.
I also really appreciated the story of her meeting with Suzanne Brockmann at the RWA convention and her feelings that she could never live up to the writing standard that Ms. When I sit down to my computer to write, I've had these same feelings usually in regards to J. Ward herself and other authors that I really admire. Ward sharing that small part of herself touched my heart and encouraged me in ways that are difficult to express. The Black Dagger Brotherhood proposal was very interesting. I enjoyed seeing all the little things that changed between the original concept and the finished manuscript.
At the same time I was amazed by how well fleshed out everything was right from the start and that so few changes were made. I think the most major character difference was that Phury had a different backstory, and he and Zsadist weren't brothers. The biggest storyline difference was how Dark Lover ended. From the perspective of an aspiring writer and a big fan of the series, it was all was rather fascinating and a really fun walk down memory lane. I absolutely loved the deleted scenes. A couple presented extra character development on John Matthew, Butch and Vishous, as well as a far-distant future epilogue for Phury and Cormia.
The others were smokin' hot love scenes, one between Zsadist and Bella and the other between Phury and Cormia, both of which were altered before the final draft. I loved reading every one of them. They were so good, I wish that they could have remained in their respective books. The Kicks and Giggles section was pretty fun to read. The brothers have always had their own special brand of dark sarcasm that frequently makes me laugh, so having all their best humorous scenes and one-liners collected together in one place was a treat that kept a smile on my face almost the whole time I was reading this part.
The Brothers on the Board section is edited interactions between the brothers and the fans on J. The first half is similar to the Kicks and Giggles section in that the brothers are in fine form, pulling pranks on one another and letting their silly sides show. The second half is more serious and actually gives some insights into Lassiter's relationship with the brothers.
In this part the alpha posturing is pretty intense. I think the brothers definitely need their females to balance them out, otherwise all that testosterone would be pretty overwhelming. The final bit detailed the absolutely lovely mating ceremony of Phury and Cormia which brought a few tears to my eyes. I always seem to cry at weddings. The first story was written in a casual "this is what the characters did today" sort of way.
The second story about Wrath was written more formally and did feel like an extra scene that might have been in one of the books, not to mention it was quite steamy. The last two were written from J. In my opinion, all of them added even more depth to the characters who were a part of the stories.
I know that this section and the Brothers on the Board section can both be found on J. Ward's website, but I had never read them before. Even if I had, I think it was nice to have them neatly edited and gathered together in one place, so that I don't have to go searching for them online. The Old Language was particularly nice, because I can now visualize the shellans names on the brothers backs.
If only I had known that the Old Language was in this book, I wouldn't have had to decipher it in Lover Avenged , but then again, geek that I am, it would have taken all the fun out of it for me. The In Memoriam was a beautiful family moment with Tohr, Wellsie, and John Matthew which really underscored the loss of Wellsie and the disappearance of Tohr, and what a huge hole was left without them.
An Insider's Guide , and in my opinion, it is a must-have for die-hard fans of the series like me. There is so much extra info here that is simply not to be missed, and although the brothers already felt like they truly existed somewhere before, they feel even more real now. For me, reading this book was also a great way to reintroduce myself to the Brotherhood's world after a long absence, and now I'm really stoked to read Lover Avenged.
View all 10 comments. Dec 01, Alba M. A ver, hubo partes como la historia corta de Zsadist, algunas entrevistas y ciertas cosas que estaba genial pero hay otras que sobraban completamente. View all 3 comments. Oct 14, Kim rated it it was amazing. How can I not give five stars to Wrath fly fishing?? May 20, Cyndy Aleo rated it did not like it Shelves: When I was finally done with J. Then, however, another friend informed me of The Black Dagger Brotherhood: Never one to read hokey "companion" books, I thought nothing of it until I was told it contained a novella about Zsadist and Bella involving the birth of their child.
Naturally, I had to borrow it, just to make sure I'd read everything, r When I was finally done with J. Naturally, I had to borrow it, just to make sure I'd read everything, right? An Insider's Guide starts off with the novella, called Father Mine, which tells the story of Lover Awakened's couple, Zsadist and Bella, as they adjust to being first-time parents. It's a typical romance story with some angst, some arguing, and then the make-up sex, but nothing that's crucial to the plot of the series.
After the novella comes "Dossiers" of the brothers with a fact sheet, an "interview" with the author, and bits and pieces of their character development. Ward includes a section for aspiring writers including her initial proposal for the series and some answers to questions sent in by her readers.
Following the writers' section are deleted scenes, outtakes, an interview with Ward, a timeline for the series, abbreviations, a key for the "old language" alphabet, an interview with Ward "conducted by" her characters, and then an interview with a character who was dead even at the time of the book's release. I'll make no apology; books like the BDB series are guilty pleasures for me: I don't view them as any great work of literature, and I always hope that the author views them as tongue-in-cheek as I do.
Judging by The Black Dagger Brotherhood: An Insider's Guide, J. Ward takes herself really seriously, as must a lot of her fans. However, as a casual fan of the series, the ego involved in this book was enough to choke me. The interviews with the Brothers and then theirs with her are hokey at best. I spent most of the interviews face-palming and muttering "vampire. Outtakes and deleted scenes are always welcomed by a fan base, but many other authors provide those on their Web sites for free as a thank you to fans for buying their books in the first place. The schlockiest of all is the interview with spoiler if you haven't read the series Tohrment and Wellesie, "conducted before her death.
Put out novellas about your dead characters if you must Stephenie Meyer, I'm looking at you , but conducting interviews with them after you've killed them is just plain silly. Diehard fans of the series may enjoy this, but I spent my time cringing at the worst parts and skimming a lot of it. Had I paid money for it, I'd likely be incensed, but as it is, I simply wish I had the time back that I spent reading it.
This review originally published on Epinions: Oct 25, L8blmr rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: I totally buy everything and everybody in each book, and when I finish one, I'm more than a little let down that I have to return to reality, true? Of course, Ward perpetuates these feelings, what with her "interviews", board postings, etc. Not many books draw me in and make me care as much as these do "Outlander" is one other that comes to mind.
Suffice it to say that I'll be pre-ordering "Lover Avenged" long before May ! Sep 18, Yona rated it really liked it Shelves: This was very short but I loved it!!! Sooooooooooooo that was movie night day. Next one is going to be an Aliens marathon. And yeah, Rhage is going to insist on acting out the alien out of the stomach routine on the floor in front of the TV. I wanna watch movies with the Brothers!!! Dec 14, Shawna rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: Zsadist and Bella's Story that is such a beautiful, emotionally moving tale of what happens after the HEA.
I can't get enough of those three. Adorable angsty gorgeous little family. This definitely fed my curiosity but I want more. I love the father-daughter sweet-as-hell bonding moments. Ward could you please give us more of that??
Anyways seeing Zsadist's personal demons and struggles to be a good f Father Mine Main reason I gave in and bought this was for the short story about Zsadist Bella and Nalla. Crave , Envy Fallen Angels. The Darkest Lie Lords of the Underworld. Faefever , Dreamfever Fever. World-building becomes more complex as the series evolves. Related series La confraternita del pugnale nero. Black Dagger Brotherhood [German]. Romantic Sounds Audio [titles A-F]. New York Times bestseller. AAR Top Romances. Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award. Saxton, son of Thym. Montrag, son of Rehm.
How do series work? Helpers GwynethM 42 , smithli 20 , easy 17 , supersidvicious 16 , al. Black Dagger Brotherhood Series by cover 1—7 of 33 next show all. Deleted Scene by J. Lover Eternal by J. Lover Awakened by J. Lover Revealed by J. Lover Unbound by J. Lover Enshrined by J. Sexy vampires , strong women, enemies to fight………. Another series you might like is Tina Folsom — Scanguard Series. I love this series as well.
I read them in between BDB and it really ties me over til the next one. But my next problem is am dying till the next Scanguard. I could a series of books I can fall in love with. What I can not understand why has this not made it to the silver screen or at least mini series on HBO. If she needs JD Ward needs casting suggestions I have a few. BDB are by far my favorite series.
They are an addiction. When the next one comes out I will read them all again. Definitely a fun bunch. I really hope we here more of the King and his family. Looking forward to the shadows. After reading the King I can see a few avenues that are left open — hope you write about them. I really want to know something about Rhage and Mary. Thank you for all the wonderful comments about the series, I love them so much.
I love that you all share other titles and authors. HON is good for fun reading not as intense more for a younger crowd but nice to just relax too. I highly recommend them and have bought the 3 for my best friend. I need to read the rest of these books! I have read Dark Lover and now need to read the rest. I am in serious need of my BDB Fix. Thank you for creating suck a great world! BDB is my escape from reality. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with the world! Farher Mine is a short story, what about all the others which follow?
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Appreciated your readers sharing other book series to also read. Keep writing, was wondering where your idea came from for the series? I remember her finding out she was pregnant but not the pregnancy or birth. Did I skip one? The birth was just kind of an add on. And not much detail on the actual birth. I love these books! I can not express how much I enjoy reading this series! I am reading the black dagger brotherhood series. I also see that J R ward has other series that kind of go along with the brotherhood. In what order would you read all the books from all the series that she has.
I feel like I am missing so things that I should know. Hope my question makes sense. This list has them all, exactly in the order they should be read and have been released. I hope that helps! My friend told me about the Black Dagger Brotherhood books by J. Glad tidings to all! I have been obsessed with these guys AND their women! Her descriptions of the men are nothing short of divine and somehow, I fall in love with each of them. Oh, and I read the first installment of The Bourbon Kings and I quite liked it although, I must admit it was a hard start.
Once all the players sat down to the table, I am looking forward to the next installment. So glad to share our BDB addiction with you. And we have to wait an extra week for The Thief until April 10th. However JR has Chapter One on her newsletter as an appetizer. I absolutely Love All books by J.
She is an amazing story teller. The characters and that actually stories are great. Thanks Maryse for your wonderful insightful help in regards to the books we all love.
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Thank YOU Brenda, for letting us know you love this series and also for your awesome comment. Though not about Vampires, the 3 different series by Shelly Laurenston are fantastic. Dragons, shapeshifters and Norse Gods living in modern day America. Hot, hilarious and riveting characters. I love the BDB books and Laurenston is just as good! There is so much happening here, yet is so easy to follow.
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Hurry cuz a new book will be out soon. Have you read the True Blood Books? Those are really good! BDB is my absolute favorite series,true?! I started reading them again! I forgot I am the last to read these books! Thanks for the gravatar info!!!