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5.0 out of 5 stars
Well told!!, July 22, 2006
This review is from: Dark Protector (Paladins of Darkness, Book 1) (Mass Market Paperback)
Devlin Bane is a Paladin, a warrior whose job is to protect to the death, the barrier between the Earth and the Others. A death that can come at any time but that is also temporary. Paladins are able perish and then be brought back to life, but at a cost to their human souls. The more a Paladin dies and rises, the more of his humanity is lost. Older than most, Devlin knows that it could only be a matter of time before his Handler has to make the choice to permanently end his life. If only he was not so attracted to his Handler Devlin could accept his destiny. Devlin can only think about how much he wants her, even though he can never have her. The touch of her hand during a hated routine test shows that Lauren is not indifferent to him as he thought. Their attraction to each other fights its way to the surface. After just one kiss, Devlin is certain that he will not give her up without a fight. Dr. Lauren Young thought she lost Devlin this last time he died and that is unacceptable to her. Encouraged by her employers not to become emotionally involved with the Paladins she handles, Lauren is unable to follow orders, especially where Devlin is concerned. Following lab protocol, Lauren is disheartened to see that Devlin's test show a change. Hoping against hope that she can help him, Lauren pleads with Devlin to allow more tests. Only after Lauren touches him does he agree. What these latest tests will reveal? Lauren does not know, but she does know one thing. She loves Devlin Bane, and will not put him down without a fight. Lauren and Devlin have another battle to fight besides his slow sink into inhumanity. The last time Devlin was killed, it wasn't by an Other. Devlin is positive that the hand that struck him was Human, a human that is now stalking Devlin and Lauren, and waiting on the chance to put get rid of Devlin permanently. A chance that Devlin, Lauren, and his band of warriors won't give freely. Dark Protector by Alexis Morgan stunned me with its raw emotions and the poignant love shared by the two main characters. Not actually knowing what Dark Protector was about, I innocently started reading. The whole book later, I could not have asked for a better story. On the edge of my seat, I inhaled every breath Devlin took and shed every tear that Lauren shed. Devlin made my heart flutter before he admitted loving Lauren, afterwards it sang for joy. Lauren struck me as an emotionally strong, silent heroine who refused to give up. I fought right along with the both of them and just treasured the ride. Dark Protector by Alexis Morgan is about a new brand of warriors that I can't wait to read more about. I look forward to the second book in this series, especially since the character was introduced in Dark Protector. I raise my sword high in the air Ms. Morgan for a story well told! Talia Reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
PARANORMAL FANTASY ROMANCE, July 5, 2006
This review is from: Dark Protector (Paladins of Darkness, Book 1) (Mass Market Paperback)
I wasn't sure that I would like this one when I bought it, cause there are alot of books trying to be a Dark-Hunter or Carpathian look-a-like. Also a first book in a series has to set the stage for the rest, and that is hard for an author to do. If it's just one book she is free to interpret things in a very broad manner, but a series has to follow a certain outline and can narrow an author's focus. However, after getting through the first third, where alot of the explainations have to come, I found I like the premise of the books. I definitely will be on the outlook for more. Devlin Bane is a Paladin, a secret warrior who protects Earth from the Others. He has been fighting for a long time and each warrior finally turns into what he fights (an Other). So they have a Handler who patches them up when they die in battle, or ends their lives if they turn Other. I Know, I know, sounds like you've heard it before. But I guess I never get enough of Macho Men. Dr. Laurel Young is his Handler. She is Handler for alot of the Seattle Paladins. But she in not in love with alot of the Seattle Paladins, only one, Devlin Bane. It is forbidden for a handler to love a paladin. Everything goes along as usual until Devlin is killed by a human. There is a conspiracy in the Ordinance or Research Division. The attacks on Devlin lead to revealing the secret desires of both of them. Both are in danger now and the other Paladins rally to protect their friends. Everything leads to a violent conclusion. This has very graphic love scenes and leaves you with alot of questions,I hope we get some answers in her next novel. But I have to conclude there will be more novels. For the first novel in a series I think it is better than most of the others I have read. And I do think it is worth the price and the time.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Solid start to a great series!!, August 1, 2006
This review is from: Dark Protector (Paladins of Darkness, Book 1) (Mass Market Paperback)
"Many opposites rule the ebb and flow of our lives: night and day, winter and summer, youth and age..." Alexis Morgan storms the Romance market with this debut hit! "Dark Protector" is about a race of warriors (Paladins) who live to protect the earth from the siege of "Others" - a race of warriors who threaten the balance of good and evil. But are the Others really evil? Or do they just serve as a distraction from something more evil...something more human? As a Paladin Handler (one who treats and brings warrior's back to life), Dr. Laurel Young must maintain a professional distance from each Paladin. She cannot afford to form any personal attachments - due to the fact that each warrior only can die and be reborn so many times before he loses his humanity. And when/if that happens, it would be Laurel's job to "put him down." Despite her better judgment, Laurel cannot fight her attraction to Devlin Bane...nor can Devlin refuse the gentleness and love that emanates from his handler's care. Both risk everything to be together - their careers, their reputations, as well as their very lives. It's a beautifully written story - and quite believeable. Morgan did a great job developing these two characters - not to mention, the Paladin Race as a whole. But this is only the beginning. There are a still quite a few questions that need to be answered about Paladins (i.e. How were they created? Where did they come from? Are there any female Paladins?). I'm very anxious to read the next book in the series. Morgan is assured at least one buyer for her next novel - there's no doubt about that!
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