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The Last of the Red-Hot Vampires (Dark Ones Novel) [Mass Market Paperback]

Katie MacAlister (Author)
2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)

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April 3, 2007 Dark Ones Novel
On a trip to England, physicist Portia Harding is stalked by a heart-stoppingly handsome maniac.Theondre North is a nephilim-the son of a fallen angel-who needs Portia's help to change his fate. Problem is, Portia's down-to-earth attitude frustrates beings from both heavenly and hellish realms-and gets Theo turned into a vampire. But at least he has Portia to satisfy his newfound hungers-and possibly save his soul.


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Portia Harding, a no-nonsense physicist, has accompanied her lifelong best friend, romance author Sarah, to England, where she is investigating everything from crop circles to seances. Left at a so-called fairy ring when Sarah runs back to the hotel for her camera, Portia inadvertently summons a spirit named Hope who bestows her gift of weather control and disappears. Swept up into the arms of gorgeous Theo and carried away--or kidnapped, as the pragmatic physicist in her contends--Portia is sure she is hallucinating. She doesn't believe in the paranormal until she discovers that Theo is a soulless nephilim (the offspring of an angel and a human) and that she must pass seven tests to be admitted to the Court of Divine Blood, which is essential since she now controls the weather, which follows her around in the form of a small cloud. MacAlister's fast-paced romp is a delight with all its quirky twists and turns, which even include a murder mystery. Diana Tixier Herald
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Frenzied fun. (Best Reviews)

A laugh riot...invigorating and steamy. (ARomanceReview.com)


Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  • Mass Market Paperback: 368 pages
  • Publisher: Signet (April 3, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0451220854
  • ISBN-13: 978-0451220851
  • Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #457,575 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

For as long as she can remember, Katie MacAlister has loved reading. Growing up in a family where a weekly visit to the library was a given, Katie spent much of her time with her nose buried in a book. Despite her love for novels, she didn't think of writing them until she was contracted to write a non-fiction book about software. Since her editor refused to allow her to include either witty dialogue or love scenes in the software book, Katie swiftly resolved to switch to fiction, where she could indulge in world building, tormenting characters, and falling madly in love with all her heroes.

Two years after she started writing novels, Katie sold her first romance, Noble Intentions. More than thirty books later, her novels have been translated into numerous languages, been recorded as audiobooks, received several awards, and placed on the New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestseller lists. She also writes for the young adult audience as Katie Maxwell.

Katie lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and dogs, and can often be found lurking around online. You are welcome to visit her at http://www.katiemacalister.com

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14 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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I must confess I wasn't sure if I was reading part of the much Beloved (pun intended) vampire series or not. It almost seemed as though the author got quite some distance into the novel, remembered she was supposed to be writing for the series, then had to figure a quick way into squishing this book in. While it was mostly entertaining, I had problems with a highly intelligent heroine who seemed to be unable to understand (unwilling?) some fairly simple concepts and the "deus ex machina" ending to it all.

I was just a little disappointed. It would have been a far better stand alone novel and possibly even the beginning of a new series. Of course, it won't stop me from watching madly for the next in the series.
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27 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Where's the love? April 6, 2007
By lwd
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The heroine, Portia, is given a power she doesn't want. To keep it, she has to pass seven trials. If she doesn't pass these trials, the power (that she doesn't want), is stripped from her. No harm, no foul, no punishment if she fails. Okay, then why would she want to pass the tests again? The fairly lame reason given is that Theo (the hero), wants to get into the Court of Divine Blood, and if she passes, she can petition for his inclusion. Why he wants to be a member of that Court is never adequately explained.

After several misunderstandings, Portia decides to help Theo (he's sexy, so why not?) During the trials, Theo is turned into a Dark One, his soul ripped away by a Demon (Bael, from the Aisling series). Somehow, this horrific loss is treated with a minor shrug, and very little concern. Five minutes after the deed he compensates by a cheerful, rollicking first-time roll in the bed with the heroine. Instantly, Portia becomes Theo's Beloved. No long centuries searching for the woman who will save him, she's there, ready and available. Very convenient. Theo's loss of his soul settles down to his annoyance that he can't taste his favorite foods until he becomes accustomed to his new blood diet. Christian Dante makes a cameo guest appearance to explain the rules of Theo's new lifestyle. That tie-in ticked me off a bit, other fans might feel the same. Theo's easy acceptance of his situation pretty much made a mockery of all the previous heroes in this genre who suffered needlessly. I'm guessing that since this is the "last" of the red hot vampires, this series is complete.

Some action, cute best friend as a straight-man for the jokes and pep talks, travels to magical worlds, self-sacrifice, the usual seven steps of a Beloved, predictable ending. PG-13 for sex and language. Not up to the usual standard of the author, not particularly re-readable.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This was a nice little story that was inventive but far too fast paced. The speed of the action, for me, was the largest deterent to this book being ranked higher. The characters just sort of go from hating each other to being wildly in love. Our extremely sceptical physist heroine just suddenly believes. Our 1700 year old angel? hero who has loved before just suddenly deals really well with having his soul sucked from him. Wouldn't you think that this would effect him more than anyone else due to his being half-angel?

And how exactly does the baddy know that those two will fall for each other and she will be his beloved which is integral to his plans? All the other Dark One's have had to search for centuries for their Beloved's but his is already there.

Altogether, it was a mostly satisfying read that was worth sprawling around with on a lazy day...but it deservedly shouldn't be flying off the shelves. It's just not as good as the first three books in the series. i'm relieved to say I feel it is better than the last book "Even Vampires Get the Blues" which kind of stank the place out. Though I still have real issues with young vampires going out in the noon day sun. I hope Ms. MacAlister can get this once great series back on track. An avid reader who devoured all of her other books I have to admit that I didn't even bother to purchase this one but instead waited and borrowed it from a freind.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
I've been trying to read this for 2 months...
I'm halfway through. I feel like the Little Engine That Could! I'm just not sure I even want to get where this book is dragging me. Read more
Published 5 months ago by M. Kester
Very Good
I really liked this book but the beginning can be a little frustrating. Non-beleivers suck! Anyway, just keep on reading and it gets better and better!
Published 9 months ago by Georgia Scott
Was my least favorite of this series
This book was a very hard read for me --- had to practically force myself to finish it. I normally love Katie's writing style but this one did nothing for me.
Published on July 8, 2009 by Diane
A Disappointment all Around
I absolutely love the Dark Ones series. My favorite thing about them? The plucky, loveable heroines of course. "The Last of the Red Hot Vampires" fell short in that area. Read more
Published on June 8, 2009 by Morgan E. Mckeehan
Last of The Red Hot...what???
All right. I love Katie and am eagerly awaiting her next Dark Ones installement, Crouching Vampire Hidden Fang but this book was sooo darn boring. Read more
Published on April 25, 2009 by The Princess
ok read
This was a quick read, but was not really like the other Dark Ones/Beloved novels. I don't recommend this book unless you are a big Katie MacAlister fan. Read more
Published on January 31, 2009 by AMG
The Last of the Red Hot Vampires
Katie MacAlister has often had me laughing out loud and really enjoying her storylines and her characters; however, she has missed the mark with this book. Read more
Published on December 9, 2008 by Terry A. Joe
twisted plot needs following but good
while i really enjoy these vampire books for their comedy, this one adds a little dimension with the deepening plot. Read more
Published on November 23, 2008 by E. Durham
so so! good for a rainy day, boring
I was so bored at reading this book. usually i can blow thru a book and don't like to be bothered while I was reading. for once i was hoping something would distract me. Read more
Published on April 14, 2008 by wcvamp
Not one of her best
Sorry Katie - this wasn't one of your stronger efforts. I'm a big fan of the Ashling books. They're lots of fun, quick reads and the characters are pretty well developed and... Read more
Published on September 9, 2007 by Brenda Robertson
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