James Sherbourne, Earl of Whitney, is a gambling man. Not for the money. But for the thrill, the danger - and the company: Whit has become one of the infamous Hellraisers, losing himself in the chase for adventure and pleasure with his four closest friends. Which was how Whit found himself in a gypsy encampment, betting against a lovely Romani girl. Zora Grey's smoky voice and sharp tongue entrance Whit nearly as much as her clever hands - watching them handle cards inspires thoughts of another kind. Zora can't explain her attraction to the careless blue-eyed Whit. She also can't stop him and his Hellraisers from a fiendish curse: the power to grant their own hearts' desires, to chase their pleasures from the merely debauched to the truly diabolical. And if Zora can't save Whit, she still has to escape him.
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Zoe Archer is an award-winning romance author who thinks there's nothing sexier than a man in tall boots and a waistcoat. As a child, she never dreamed about being the rescued princess, but wanted to kick butt right beside the hero. She now applies her master's degrees in Literature and Fiction to creating butt-kicking heroines and heroes in tall boots. She is the author of the acclaimed BLADES OF THE ROSE series and the paranormal historical romance series, THE HELLRAISERS. She and her husband, fellow romance author Nico Rosso, trade off writing the books in the steampunk romance series THE ETHER CHRONICLES. June 2013 will see the launch of her new gritty Victorian romance series, NEMESIS, UNLIMITED for St. Martin's Press. Zoe and Nico live in Los Angeles. Please visit her on the Web at http://www.zoearcherbooks.com/
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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
By Karen
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Format:Mass Market Paperback
In Zoe Archer's new series she takes us to the year 1762 and introduces us to five friends, known as the Hellraisers, for their relentless pursuit of adventure and life's pleasures.
James Sherbourne, Earl of Whitney (Whit) meets a gypsy beauty named Zora at her family camp. They have an instant connection. Zora doesn't usually believe in superstitions but she has a heavy sense of foreboding as Whit leaves her camp with his friends to tour a local ruin that evening.
Zora's intuition is correct and she arrives too late to stop the longtime friends from entering a deal with the devil himself. Whit's vice is gambling. In his exchange with the devil, Whit receives the gift to control the odds unaware of just how high the cost.
"For you, my dear Lord Whitney, I shall grant you the ability to control the odds. You can make them good or bad, as you require."
Once the bargain has been sealed, Whit and Zora are tied to each other. Whit is pleased that his deal also won him his fiery gypsy but Zora will not give in to the man, no matter how attractive, until he turns his back on the devil and regains his soul.
I can't even tell you how much I loved Zora. She has got to be one of my favorite heroines in a long time. She's beautiful, confident and intelligent but most of all she has values that she will not compromise. Even in the heat of lust. You go girl!
Whit was passionate, and I loved how much he respected Zora and treated her as an equal although he didn't really stand out for me. Their declarations for each other also seemed a bit much at times.
One thing that didn't work for me is the setting. This is more a reflection of my reading preferences, not about the writing itself. Since the series takes place in 1762 there is fair bit of descriptions about cravats and corsets and the like but I'm just not a big fan of historical romances or the language of that time period. If you are, then this might be a better fit for you.
Archer skillfully blended elements of paranormal, historical, and gypsy mythology. I definitely enjoyed the magic the most. I don't want to spoil it but I particularly loved just how Zora came to be in Whit's "possession". Nice twist.
In order to save his soul, Whit also has to choose between his friends and Zora. Whit is continually drawn to the dark and the lure of beating the odds as his friends beckon him. I thought that played out nicely and is a good set up for the next books in the series. It seems that both Whit and Zora may be players and not cast aside. (I hope anyway)
According to Archer's book trailer, not all of the men will get their happily ever after. That makes for a fun twist.
The historical feel was not a favorite of mine but I adored the feisty and intelligent Zora and the creative use of magic in this story.
James Sherbourne, Earl of Whitney (Whit) meets a gypsy beauty named Zora at her family camp. They have an instant connection. Zora doesn't usually believe in superstitions but she has a heavy sense of foreboding as Whit leaves her camp with his friends to tour a local ruin that evening.
Zora's intuition is correct and she arrives too late to stop the longtime friends from entering a deal with the devil himself. Whit's vice is gambling. In his exchange with the devil, Whit receives the gift to control the odds unaware of just how high the cost.
"For you, my dear Lord Whitney, I shall grant you the ability to control the odds. You can make them good or bad, as you require."
Once the bargain has been sealed, Whit and Zora are tied to each other. Whit is pleased that his deal also won him his fiery gypsy but Zora will not give in to the man, no matter how attractive, until he turns his back on the devil and regains his soul.
I can't even tell you how much I loved Zora. She has got to be one of my favorite heroines in a long time. She's beautiful, confident and intelligent but most of all she has values that she will not compromise. Even in the heat of lust. You go girl!
Whit was passionate, and I loved how much he respected Zora and treated her as an equal although he didn't really stand out for me. Their declarations for each other also seemed a bit much at times.
One thing that didn't work for me is the setting. This is more a reflection of my reading preferences, not about the writing itself. Since the series takes place in 1762 there is fair bit of descriptions about cravats and corsets and the like but I'm just not a big fan of historical romances or the language of that time period. If you are, then this might be a better fit for you.
Archer skillfully blended elements of paranormal, historical, and gypsy mythology. I definitely enjoyed the magic the most. I don't want to spoil it but I particularly loved just how Zora came to be in Whit's "possession". Nice twist.
In order to save his soul, Whit also has to choose between his friends and Zora. Whit is continually drawn to the dark and the lure of beating the odds as his friends beckon him. I thought that played out nicely and is a good set up for the next books in the series. It seems that both Whit and Zora may be players and not cast aside. (I hope anyway)
According to Archer's book trailer, not all of the men will get their happily ever after. That makes for a fun twist.
The historical feel was not a favorite of mine but I adored the feisty and intelligent Zora and the creative use of magic in this story.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By JRD
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I felt that this author has alot going for her - too bad her hero characters are losers. The "Hellraisers" are a bunch of shallow men with no remorse or depth at all. The whole way that they all became "cursed" just shows that they lack any discretion or common sense. The main male character in this book (James) doesn't seem to be reformed at the end, just suddenly aware that there actually are consequences for his actions. What's funny though is that Zoe Archer is a good writer - I just don't like her characters.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By MS
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Whit and Zora come from opposite side of the spectrum. Whit is a wealthy and noble-born gentleman whereas Zora is a Gypsy. The only thing they have in common is that they're both gamblers. Whit is in it for the thrill and Zora, for the money. While facing off, he makes a proposition with her to spend the night together. While intrigued, Zora refuses the offer. Soon after, Whit and his friends decide to ride to a secluded and haunted place where they encounter the devil. The devil grants them their heart's deepest desire in exhange for a small token they possess. Zora tries to save Whit and his friends but, unfortunately, arrives too late. The devil, amused at her tactics to defeat him, offers her as a gift to the men and Whit accepts.
I'll admit that this story had promise. The beginning was very interesting and the chemistry between the characters palpable. However, midway through the book, Zora's attempts at escape, Whit's fight with his conscience, and the chase just got too exasperating. I found myself thinking "we get it. Now move on with the rest of the story" often.
I'll admit that this story had promise. The beginning was very interesting and the chemistry between the characters palpable. However, midway through the book, Zora's attempts at escape, Whit's fight with his conscience, and the chase just got too exasperating. I found myself thinking "we get it. Now move on with the rest of the story" often.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Part of a trilogy
The book is in new condition. I have not had a chance to read it yet, but look forward to soon.
Published 12 days ago by Cecilia Rodriguez
5.0 out of 5 stars
UNBELIEVABLE
LOVED THE SERIES AND HOPE THERE IS MORE...DIFFERENT AND GETS YOU INVOLVED IT ...HARD TO PUT DOWN..WILL BE WATCHING FOR MORE
Published 22 days ago by Glenda Ford-Stasik
4.0 out of 5 stars
Devilishly Delightful
I was extremely captivated with the characters and the story line quickly enchanted me. The men that call themselves ' The Hellraisers' are devilishly delightful! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Cathy DeFour
5.0 out of 5 stars
Devils kiss
I was pleasantly suprised by how much I enjoyed this book. I loved the characters and the premiss. I loved the steady flow of the story and how the story evolved from the beginning... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rach
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loved it
This book is really well written and is truly a page turner. I loved every minute of it and was in suspense until the end. Deffinately worth the time to read. Read more
Published 1 month ago by 1safelady
4.0 out of 5 stars
An historical romance with ghosts and demons!
James, the Earl of Whitney, likes to gamble, but he's bored because gambling has lost some of its thrill. His band of friends, the Hellraisers, found themselves at a gypsy camp. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Katie
4.0 out of 5 stars
Never make a deal with the Devil
Review Courtesy of Dark Faerie Tales
Quick & Dirty: Never make a deal with the Devil.
Opening Sentence: The Gypsy girl cheated. Read more
Quick & Dirty: Never make a deal with the Devil.
Opening Sentence: The Gypsy girl cheated. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Dark Faerie Tales
2.0 out of 5 stars
Devil's Kiss
Devil's Kiss was fairly well written but made me think the author is very much into devils & demons. I feel reluctant to purchase another book by this author. Read more
Published 13 months ago by bettyboop48
4.0 out of 5 stars
Another good series by Ms. Archer
Another great series from Zoe Archer. The concept to the story is quite simple, 5 friends, as close as brothers, unwittingly release the devil from his imprisonment. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Erin Schmidt
4.0 out of 5 stars
Devil's Kiss
This is Zoe's new series called Hellraisers a group of five friends and is also historical paranormal romance. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Dina S.
