Prince of Power [Mass Market Paperback]

Elisabeth Staab (Author)

Book Description

Release date: January 8, 2013

This Fight Is Personal...

Wizards and vampires have been mortal enemies since the beginning. Now Anton, son of the Wizard Master, has one last chance to steal the unique powers of the vampire king's beautiful sister, Tyra...and then kill her. But when he meets Tyra face-to-face, everything changes...

Tyra will stop at nothing to defeat the wizards, until Anton saves her life and she suddenly sees an opportunity she never could have imagined...

As the sparks ignite between them, together they could bring an end to the war that's decimating their people, but only if they can find a way to trust each other...

Praise for King of Darkness:

"Hot, sexy, and on-your-toes action."—Seriously Reviewed

"One tough heroine, an absolutely sexy hero, and an interesting host of supporting characters you're going to love."—Night Owl Reviews Reviewer Top Pic, 4 ½ stars

"An amazing debut...Fun, romance, and all the things you need in an astonishing tale."—RomFan Reviews

"A refreshing take on vampire wars...A striking, unique new series."—Long and Short Reviews

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Staab's strong sophomore effort continues the dark fantasy romance series begun with King of Darkness." - Publishers Weekly

"This is an action-packed, half-urban fantasy/half-romance with a meaty plot and a lot of characters" - RT Book Reviews

"This story offers a unique view of vampires and wizards that I have not seen anywhere else and was truly entertaining." - Long and Short Reviews

"I love this series and can't wait for book 3." - RomFan Reviews

" I cannot WAIT for the next book and know this is a series I will be keeping up with in the future! Thank you, Elisabeth, for another amazing read! " - Read-Love-Blog

"Finally, if you are a PNR lovers you should totally put this series on your Must-Read list! BUY/BORROW/STEAL, whatever it takes!" - Proserpine Craving Books

"If you like Black Dagger Brotherhood, then you are going to like the Chronicles of Yavn series. " - Novels on the Run

"This is the series you're going to be discussing with your friends. " - Minding Spot

"The resolution of that conflict is beautifully, skillfully, and believably done." - GraveTells

About the Author

Elisabeth Staab still lives with her nose in a book and at least one foot in an imaginary world. She believes that all kinds of safe and sane love should be celebrated but she adores the fantasy-filled realm of paranormal romance the best. She loves to spend time with good friends, good music, good beverages, and good books (when she isn't making characters fall in love, that is). She lives with her family and one big scaredy-cat in Northern Virginia.

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca (January 8, 2013)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 140226318X
• ISBN-13: 978-1402263187
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #909,523 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Elisabeth Staab still lives with her nose in a book and at least one foot in an imaginary world. She believes that all kinds of safe and sane love should be celebrated but she adores the fantasy-filled realm of paranormal romance the best. She lives in Northern Virginia with her family and one big scaredy cat, where she loves to spend time with good friends, go dancing, and sing off-key in her kitchen (when she isn't making characters fall in love, that is).

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice addition January 9, 2013

By Jessie Potts TOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Format:Mass Market Paperback

What it's about: Prince of Power is the second book in the Chronicles of Yavn. Wizards and Vampires have always been mortal enemies. Anton (the hero) has a last chance to steal the powers of Tyra (our heroine and a vampiress), but the electrifying chemistry between the two upon meeting has Anton thinking about other things. The two soon find that a connection like theirs can't be ignored, and they must trust one another to put an end to the war.

Why you should read it: I definitely recommend reading the first book in the series, King of Darkness. I liked Prince of Power better than KoD because readers get to know more of a back story on how the war started and what the war was about. I enjoyed KoD but really enjoyed PoP and especially the heroine. Tyra is a Halfling and a butt-kicker, and I love me some strong heroines. If you're in the mood for vampires, wizards, adventure and lust, I'd pick up Prince of Power.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Prince of Power January 8, 2013

By Mich_Mc

Format:Mass Market Paperback

Prince of Power is the second book in the Chronicles of Yavn series, it picks up the plot threads let open in King of Darkness and runs with them. I enjoyed the first installment in the series but this book really blew me away! If you love a fast paced, action packed romance with a strong female and a softer caring male then this is one for you.

Tyra is Thad's older half sister- half-human, half-vampire she's always been a little different from everyone else. She's a trained warrior who relishes in helping others. Her relationship with Anton struck a chord with me as they balance each other out. His strengths are her weaknesses and vice versa. It's nice to see a male knowingly accepting that it's ok for his mate to be stronger than him in some ways and to accept her as she is. Anton surprised me, he's not the ultimate alpha male that you often find in pnr but he has an inner strength and he will fight for what's right. Yes they have issues and many obstacles still to overcome but theirs is a relationship I can see working longterm, they compliment each other well.

I love the fact that it's Vampires against Wizards with the humans being unaware of the war going on around them. The action really heated up in this one and Elisabeth added new dimensions to the story, I feel invested in the characters more now and the little snippets of Lee & Alexia have me on tenterhooks waiting for their story.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Prince of Power January 8, 2013

By Vanessa

Format:Mass Market Paperback

I have to admit that my favorite thing about this series thus far is the hero's. Thad nor Anton was the perfect, can fix it all, alpha, mega hero. Anton has some major baggage. He was raised among the wizards and their evil ways. He has never known a loving touch. He has never been a part of a true team. He has never experienced any pleasantries. He does have the heart to know that what the wizards are doing to the vampire race is horrifyingly wrong. Anton has the courage to lead the vampires to the evil that is his father, the Master.

Tyra was one of those heroines that I loved for her bad assery, and then pondered if she had a death wish. She does some insane things all for the aspects of her life that she cares passionately for. Everything she does though is for the most selfless reasons. She cares for her vampire family. She wants them to prosper and defeat the wizards. She has much compassion for the humans at the shelter she works at. She has spent her life as a fighter. She is active in the battle of defending her people for the wizards.

Readers find out so much information about the wizards hate on for vampires. That was my one `huh' from the first book, King of Darkness. From the information that was provided I did not know the `why's' behind this centuries long battle that the vampires and wizards have fought. Wow, the things readers learn about that fight. I am also eager to see where this goes, especially with Anton on team vamp.

I think Xander may just be my favorite vamp of this series. He is dealing with the death of his mate. He is starving himself from the diet of blood that he needs to survive, thrive, and be healthy. He has been removed from his warrior duties until he heals, thus feeds. His light duty assignment seems to be a much needed balm on his broken heart though. The advice that he dishes out seems so logical, then you read him and his grief and you just know he is strong enough to make it through the hell that he is going through.

This is one of those books that must be read in the series correct order.

My favorite quote comes from...a coffee mug. "Smile, it makes people wonder what you've been up to." Considering the vampire holding the mug I was left wondering if perhaps this is very apropos and a part of who that vamp really is.

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