Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Her Fallen Protector | Nicole Severn


Between heaven and hell is a love beyond imagination...

When a trio of demons kidnap Vdarra Jansen, her normal life is ripped away. Her abductors claim she is the "lost heiress" of the Underworld, and the commander of the mighty Army of Duemos. They don't seem to care that she knows nothing about the Underworld, or that she only remembers the last ten years of her life...

Former archangel Jacob will do anything to bring back his lost love's memories. But if he succeeds, it could mean the end of the world. Torn between love and duty, Jacob will do whatever it takes to save her. 

Jacob and Vdarra must learn to trust each other, and push aside old hurts to find their way. They are in a race to find the one thing that will decide Vdarra's, and the world's, fate – the lost Seal of Solomon.  It will mean choosing between innocent lives ...and their hearts.

Publisher: Entangled Publishing, LTC
Date Published: February 23, 2015
Pages: 263
Genres: Adult fiction, paranormal, romance

An enjoyable paranormal romance.

Jacob Strauss has finally found Vdarra after she betrayed him. Vdarra Jansen was consumed with searching for answers about her past in Rio when she bumps into Jacob. She woke up in the middle of the Atlantic with no memories ten years ago. Sadly, no one came forward other than her father and she felt as if she was missing something vital. She sensed an instant connection with Jacob and felt she was close to unlocking some memories.

“Why did you wait so long? Because they’re looking for you, too.”

With reoccurring nightmares, phantom pains and finally kidnapped, Vdarra was slowly coming to terms that all was not what it seemed with Jacob.

I liked this novel. It was a good read with interesting characters. Vdarra was a solid female lead. Not only did she hold up well when faced with the unfamiliar paranormal creatures, but she also readily put herself in harm’s way to defend her loved ones. Jacob was charming and his unwavering devotion to Vdarra, even when she “betrayed” him, was touching.  I was smitten with his character. However, I did have an issue with Jacob. He gladly sacrificed his life for Vdarra, yet when she did the same, Jacob took it as a betrayal since he apparently cannot live without her. What’s up with that?

The plot had a good combination of ardour and danger. The back-story was well thought out, but predictable. Also I did feel that the blurb gave too much away. Overall a laid-back and entertaining read with a satisfying end.


FTC: Netgalley provided a copy in exchange for an honest review.