Undead on Arrival (Crimson Moon, Book 3) [Mass Market Paperback]

L. A. Banks (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 31, 2009

Just one month ago, secret government operative Sasha Trudeau thought she’d tasted victory. Orchestrating détente between the warring factions of the supernatural world had nearly cost her life—but it also opened the door to a future with Max Hunter, her mate and fellow Shadow Wolf.

Until now. A poisonous virus is wreaking havoc on Hunter’s immune system. And the passionate man who Sasha  loves has become unpredictable, dangerous—and possibly deadly. When Hunter disappears the night a human is found ravaged, Sasha is thrust into a race against the clock to find the cure for her mate…and the traitor who’s determined to see them both dead. 

 

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The intensity and pressure continue in the Crimson Moon series as this briskly paced supernatural thriller races toward its climactic confrontation. For these protagonists, treachery and sabotage may spell their doom; for readers, it spells hours of pure pleasure. Banks rules!” —Romantic Times BOOKreviews (4 1/2 stars) on Undead on Arrival

“L. A. Banks takes on werewolves and makes them her own…A blast to read.”—Kelley Armstrong

“An action-packed thrill ride!”—Sherrilyn Kenyon 

“Shadowy, sexy, intense.”—Cheyenne McCray

"Tension, lots of action and a current of sensuality makes L.A. Bank's Bite the Bullet a novel that will provide hours of electric entertainment."--Singletitles.com on Bite the Bullet

 

"Filled with action, this fast-moving read is as powerful as the first, and will keep fans coming back for more." --Darque Reviews on Bite the Bullet

 

"L.A. Banks has woven together complex characters an unbelievable world and an amazing story." --A Romance Review on Undead on Arrival

 

 

From the Back Cover

In this darkly erotic novel from New York Times bestselling author L.A. Banks, danger and desire combine with deadly consequences. ..

Just one month ago, secret government operative Sasha Trudeau thought she’d tasted victory. Orchestrating détente between the warring factions of the supernatural world had nearly cost her life—but it also opened the door to a future with Max Hunter, her mate and fellow Shadow Wolf.

UNDEAD ON ARRIVAL

Until now. A poisonous virus is wreaking havoc on Hunter’s immune system. And the passionate man who Sasha  loves has become unpredictable, dangerous—and possibly deadly. When Hunter disappears the night a human is found ravaged, Sasha is thrust into a race against the clock to find the cure for her mate…and the traitor who’s determined to see them both dead. 

“L. A. Banks takes on werewolves and makes them her own…A blast to read.”
—Kelley Armstrong

“An action-packed thrill ride!”—Sherrilyn Kenyon 

“Shadowy, sexy, intense.”
—Cheyenne McCray

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks; First Edition edition (March 31, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312949138
• ISBN-13: 978-0312949136
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #530,958 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Me, I'm a bit out there, I guess you can tell by the books:) I like keeping some things close to the vest--my favorite things to do among them... guess it's that whole mysterious author groove, LOL... but I like the good guys to win in the end.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sasha and Hunter's hardest tribulation yet!, April 30, 2009

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Kathy E. "Kathy" (Bristol, CT) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Undead on Arrival (Crimson Moon, Book 3) (Mass Market Paperback)

The only thing I hated about this book is that it ended! I was simply held hostage by this captivating story and as I read from page to page, I just couldn't put it down! LA Banks has out done herself with this one. Four weeks have passed since the Shadow-wolves and Werewolves had their triumph over the vampires at the UCE gathering. But we all know vampires right? They aren't going down without a fight; and they fight as dirty as they come. Sasha, Hunter and Shogun are caught up in a sizzling love triangle that threatens to be the catalyst, which severs the thread-thin truce between the warring werewolves and shadow-wolves. The admirable Fae have been backed into a corner and force to pick their allegiance. Who will they choose; the ever-present cunning and devious vampires or the vulnerable and volatile weres? A demon-infected werewolf is running rampant in New Orleans and cannibalizing humans with all evidence leading straight to Hunter. Time is running out as the supernatural authorities close in on Hunter. With the vampires hell-bent on his execution, Sasha makes the ultimate sacrifice for her mate and does anything she deems necessary in order to find a cure for Hunter. A lot of secrets have been revealed but sorry folks, no spoilers here.(aww) LA Banks did a great job of weaving together an intricate web of numerous plots, twist and turns. There is a lot of suspense and action, along with a few hot sex scenes and lots of torturous sexual tension. I highly recommend this book and the rest of the series (Bad Blood & Bite the Bullet) and look forward to Cursed to Death due out 9/29/09.

I also recommend:

Second Skin (Nocturne City, Book 3)

Magic Strikes (Kate Daniels, Book 3)

Bone Crossed (Mercy Thompson, Book 4)

Red-Headed Stepchild (Sabina Kane)

At Grave's End (Night Huntress, Book 3)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ready for the next installment!!, April 17, 2009

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Liz Falkner (Everywhere) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Undead on Arrival (Crimson Moon, Book 3) (Mass Market Paperback)

Finally!! Shogun gets a litttle lovin' in this installment - albeit through his shadow, but hey I'm sure he doesn't mind HOW he received it as long as he did! I know I'm probably in the minority, but I prefer him over Hunter. I think it's because Shogun was introduced before Hunter in Book 1 and then there's the crazy, red-hot chemistry between Shogun & Sasha.

I can't wait to find out what happpens in the next book.

3.0 out of 5 stars Be careful what you wish for..., October 24, 2009

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Legequotidie - See all my reviews

This review is from: Undead on Arrival (Crimson Moon, Book 3) (Mass Market Paperback)

When I reviewed Book 2 of the Crimson Moon series, Bite the Bullet, I criticized the action of the book because it was too vivid, to the point of confusion. I wanted Banks to write just a tad more clearly so that you knew who came out victorious, who was speaking, etc. In Undead on Arrival, I got what I wanted, but it was written in such a linear fashion that it lost some of what makes Banks such a distinctive and intense author.

I thought the plot of UoA was great: twists, turns, and big reveals! There are enough intrigues to continue the series without slowing it down and inventing new conflicts. Banks' characters and their relationships are intense and complex. I love that Banks is not afraid to take on the conflicts and misunderstandings that occur between lovers.

I'm looking forward to the next installment of this series (and I'm curious about how many books Banks has planned--she wrote 13 for her VH series, with a clear goal in mind for the final book). I can't wait to find out what happens with Sasha, her team, Hunter, and Shogun. I'd love to see more of the supernatural world Banks has involved (particularly the Dragons and Sir Rodney).