The Third Fate [Kindle Edition]

Nadja Notariani (Author)

Book Description

~ 'One Fate be granted mortal man, used for evil or good as the inner voice directs. Alas, the divine spark draws the eyes of the Fates, the Second Fate sparingly gifted by their hands. Be warned offspring of the gods; guard your gifting well. For if the Third Fate be unleashed, the soul lays bare before one so touched by the gods.' ~


Cautious and quiet by nature, Paige Kinnell watches life unfold from the sidelines, maintaining her simple existence as a shield to hide behind. But underneath her shy, careful ways, Paige senses a disconnect with the world around her, indulging instead her ever curious interest in the legend and lore of time nearly forgotten.


One chance encounter with an ancient of the undead begins an unraveling of reality as Paige knows it, leaving her to sort through dreams and enchantments, discovering along the way that one's Fate can be mere illusion, and that the consequences of opening her heart to another may cost dearly.


Cael Maccinnis, the handsome Highlander she's met, seems the answer to every unspoken longing of her heart, even as he awakens dark, secret desires buried within her soul. As strange and unnerving changes begin occurring in her mind and body, Paige has no choice but to face her life's unnatural turn and confront the frightening implications. For within Paige's past a secret lay dormant, hidden even from her. This truth, guarded well and wielded by the Fates themselves, becomes the catalyst invoking the power of The Third Fate.

Product Details

• File Size: 291 KB
• Print Length: 170 pages
• Publisher: Nadja Notariani; 1 edition (March 30, 2012)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B007Q6R69E
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Not Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #229,300 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars A Must READ! May 19, 2012

By UK Book Club Reads

Format:Kindle Edition

I did not read the description of this book before I started read. If I had, I probably would have put off reading this book as long as possible. Why? You ask. It is because it has vampires in the plot. I have nothing against vampire books they are just not my cup of tea. However, I did not know it and after reading the first chapter, I was drawn to this book. I did not care about the vampires or anything else. The plot intrigued me I wanted to know more.

This book starts out with Paige; she is an assistant librarian at the main library in Glasgow. Paige is one of those quiet always around to lean on, always helps and does extra work. Paige has a gift but does not know about that gift yet. It is a gift that she at first refuses and does not want and then she turns around and embraces the gift with everything she has.

Cael is the other main character in this book. I so love this name. It has an ancient sound when pronouncing
the name. Cael here is the vampire in the book. He is an old ancient vampire. The book does not go into detail how old he might possibly be, but from the few references, he is quite old.

When reading this book I felt carried away to Glasgow, Edinburgh and the Highlands. I so enjoy a book that can sweep me away to a different continent or even a different time. It helps to release the stress and worry from the day, relaxes the mind and sometimes offers comfort when we need it most.

This book does not carry the reader into the past or the future. It is present day. However, the book is well written with a strong plot. The characters had a great love story that was amazing.

One thing I do not understand is how so many different vampire books differ. I know all authors have different ideas. Nevertheless, this was the best vampire book I have ever read. It did not contain vampires feeding off humans and then the human's turns in to a vampire. I guess that is why I am not into vampire books they are usually feeding off humans and turning them into vampires. However, this book was different. It is not the average vampire book.

The bunnies and I give this book 4 carrots.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Hooked Me In From The Beginning May 19, 2012

By N. Medina

Format:Kindle Edition

Protected by her Aunt, the only mother she's ever known, Paige Kinnell has always known that she was different. Preferring to live a quiet and cautious life, she's content with how well things are going for her. Her cousin's, unfortunately, have other ideas. They refuse to allow Paige the right to remain within her solitary existence and do everything they can to draw her out of her shell. Much to her chagrin, she finds herself agreeing to just about anything in order to get them off her back.

Walking home one night after one such gathering, she comes across a man who makes her question the very world she lives in. He incites her passion and makes her crave what she's never known. Against her better judgment, she allows herself to succumb to his charms. She awakens to find herself alone, believing that everything she felt the night before was just a dream.

Drawn to the beautiful woman, Cael Maccinnis has a hard time in understanding as to why he's drawn to Paige from the moment he lays eyes on her. The girl is clearly mortal, yet there's an ethereal quality about her that peaks his interest further. Determined to discover the secrets surrounding her true nature, he sets off to find the answers to the very questions he harbors inside.

Never once has he taken into account the consequences of his actions. His only goal is to right all wrongs committed against him and his beloved, but first he must contend with a very irate Council and the mischievous Fates. Only then can he allow himself to hope for a brighter future with Paige standing by his side.

The premise of the story hooks the reader off the bat, although there are way too many character key points in which to keep track of as you read along. Granted, they're all pivotal to the story itself. I do feel that the book has a few minor editing issues that need cleaning up, but other than the story was quite enjoyable.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars A great read! May 19, 2012

By MissKimberly

Format:Kindle Edition

I know I'm pushing it since I just finished the book (haven't been able to read much lately) but boy am I ever glad that I did sign up for this book's blog tour. Speaking of blog tours, I'd like to thank Shauni and Vickie at IO Tours for putting this tour together as well as the fabulous author Nadja Notariani for picking IO Tours :)

Now that the pleasantries are out of the way I daresay I should get to the review part don't you think?

Having just finished the book it's still very fresh in my mind so I have that benefit at my disposal. The book was really good. I loved how the author chose to do vampires with a Scottish twist and a male lead who is a highlander as well as a vampire *swoon*!

I found that the author's writing style was great, you can tell that she worked really hard to word the story carefully and keep the writing style consistant, fast paced and best of all it wasn't repetitive. Like I said in the preceeding paragraph I really enjoyed the author's take on the vampire legend and I felt that the fact the the book includes druids was great, since I love reading about the druids fictional or non.

I also really liked Cael and Paige's romance, for me that was the best part. While I say that I have to mention that the book has a fair amount sex in it so if you like sweeter romances this may not be for you but as always give it a try and go into the book with an open mind. I loved how while Cael is a bit of an alpha male jerk he's very tender when it comes to Paige who can be a bit of a little spitfire in my opinion as well.

Over all I was very impressed by the author's writing, and I would have no problem recommending the paranormal romance to anyone. I think it will especially appeal to those who love the genre and those that like their paranormal's a little hotter.

More About the Author

۩ Author Biography ۩

Nadja Notariani was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania. Her upbringing included very diverse environments, affording wide and varied richness of ethnic and religious tradition. Raised in both an Italian/Mediterranean American home and a traditional German household, Nadja gleaned the unique benefits of viewing the world through two widely different lenses.

Nadja resides in Northeastern Pennsylvania, ever embracing new adventures with her husband, three sons and faithful German Shepherd. She also boasts two grown daughters, who have flown the nest to pursue their own adventures.
Within her titles, readers can find romance and adventure, from contemporary to paranormal to historical, always with a happily-ever-after. Nadja enjoys hearing from readers and can be found at her website, on Facebook, Goodreads, and at Romance Novel Center. Readers are welcome to contact her via email.

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