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Saturday, 21 May 2011

Review: Blood Law by Karin Tabke


Blood Law (Blood Moon Trilogy # 1)
by Karin Tabke
Paranormal Romance


MY FANTASY CAST


WARNING! This review will contain squealing, fan-girl obsessions and perhaps a happy dance!

Blood Law is one of the best books I’ve read this year! I’m not quite sure what I was expecting when I picked up this book. Having never read anything by Karin Tabke before, I did not have any real expectations. But once I opened this book, I was completely blown away by the attention to detail, the complex laws they abide by and the compelling characters! If I wasn’t a fan of Ms. Tabke before, I certainly am now! I LOVE THE BLOOD MOON SERIES!

I will admit, Ms. Tabke starts up early in the beginning, detailing the Blood Law and past events that have altered how Rafael and his brother, Lucien live their lives now. It was a little confusing at first because you are thrust into her world and are bombarded with a lot of information all at once. But once you get accustomed to the initial shock and the names settle in, you are right on track with her!

There are so many good things about this book! First off, the characters come off the page, grip you by your shirt and take you on a ride from beginning to end. And when I say that, I mean that Rafael and his heroine, Falon are the most compelling characters I’ve read in a long time. Rafael is the alpha of his pack and he is as ruthless as can be. There is something darkly alluring about him, where he uses fear to his advantage. At first, he refuses to accept Falon as his chosen one but despite his hardened soul, he still cares deeply for her.

Falon is my new favourite heroine! I love her! She was cunning and funny, sexy and sweet! She was the perfect counterpart to Rafe. But perhaps the best thing about her was that, she was a strong, independent heroine, one who didn’t rely on the hero to save her from her own troubles. Falon possesses some special abilities, such as increased strength and speed, but that wasn’t what made her stand out as a heroine. It’s her internal strength that really shone through for me. Falon simply kicked ass.

Another favourite character was Lucien. As Rafe was day, Luca was night and I loved that comparison. The juxtaposition in characters was clearly showcased in their confrontations and I loved every moment of this action-packed book. So much occurs and it was as if a movie was playing inside my head. I completely devoured this book and am now feeling withdrawals because I want the next book so badly!
 

24 comments:

  1. This is killing me!!! I have this and want to read it but I must start my highlander books! Not to mention my read for my own blog! Your just making me want to forget my obligations with this great review!

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  2. Oh look, there's my new man. *sigh* He's such a hottie-hot-hot. lol

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  3. I loved this book, Megan! Let me know when you get to it!

    LOL, Sarah. You're ovaries will get a work out just looking at Jessie!

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  4. I just got Master of Surrender by Karin Tabke but now I'm going to have to look into this series as well.
    Thanks for the review.

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  5. I was thinking of buying that, Lauren! I hope you like it! Maybe I'll check that series out too.

    Ann

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  6. Wow. Sexy cover and great review Annie!

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  7. I keep reading great reviews for this book.I'm looking forward to reading it.Great review.

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  8. I like like the cover. maybe I'll pick the series up! My to be read books is growing a pile over me!
    Nice review! ladykrishna at gmail dot com

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  9. Great review babe. Will definatley be looking into this series and the cover rocks!!

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  10. I admit, when I see Kate Beckinsale at Falon, it screamed "Underworld!!", LOL
    But, great review Annie, I can't wait to read this one! :D

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  11. This book sounds so good, I’ve heard great things about it. Love the review! I’m adding to my TBR shelf now...

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  12. This is definitely a got to read! Thank you so much for sharing.

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  13. The cover looks good!!! Great review, makes me wanna read this (very badly) XD

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  14. I love the cover and I would love to have a signed copy of Blood Law..then I wouldn't mind sharing the copy I have...Thank you!!!

    lprater@modweldco.com

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  15. The cover is HOT and the models are totally lickable.

    Anyway, I'll be adding this to my wish list. *sigh* I think my bookshelf and Kindle are plotting against me. So many books.

    romancingrakes AT gmail DOT com

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  16. Holy Cow! The cover is HAWT! The books sound great! If I don't win it, I'm going to have to buy it! What a great review!

    blazesandbubbles AT gmail DOT com
    readingwithbakingoddess.blogspot.com

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  17. Like the cover and the book sounds like something I sould pick up, thanks for the review.

    eveningreen AT gmail DOT com

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  18. I'm glad you let us know that the bombardment of information in the beginning is worth it. I may have stopped reading in the beginning chapters if I was feeling overwhelmed. I'd definitely keep that in mind. It makes me excited to read this knowing that you loved it so much!

    Christie
    swaggirl01 at gmail dot com

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  19. The book sounds great and it has an awesome cover. What more could you ask for?

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  20. I am obsessed with character that jump off the page, or as you would say "come off the page, grip you by your shirt and take you on a ride from beginning to end" (Love it!!). It is hard finding authors that know hw to do this, in the right ways. Great Review. I must read this book, not only because it sounds HOT but character development and characters a deal breaker for me!!

    PelicanJL[at]hotmail[dot]com

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  21. holy hell this sounds like awesomesauce now i wannttt this so bad awesome review and i LOVEE that cover

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  22. This sounds so good I can't wait to read it love the review! Thank you so much for sharing.

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  23. I've been waiting to read this book. I've seen a lot of amazing reviews for it. I CAN NOT WAIT to get my hands on it!
    tfalick

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  24. Mmmmmmmmmmm Hot & Sexy Cover ~ It's got to be sizzling hot. Can't wait to read!

    heatherlovesbooks@comcast.net

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