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| Alliance In Blood | 
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Sales Rank: 322609
Category: Book
Author: Ariel Tachna
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Studio: Dreamspinner Press
Manufacturer: Dreamspinner Press
Label: Dreamspinner Press
Languages: English (Unknown), English (Original Language), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 236
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 9 x 5.9 x 0.8
ISBN: 0981508499
Dewey Decimal Number: 813
EAN: 9780981508498
ASIN: 0981508499
Publication Date: May 30, 2008
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Product Description
Can a desperate wizard and a bitter, disillusioned vampire find a way to build the partnership that could save their world?
In a world rocked by magical war, vampires are seen by many as less than human, as the stereotypical creatures of the night who prey on others. But as the war intensifies, the wizards know they need an advantage to turn the tide in their favor: the strength and edge the vampires can give them in the battle against the dark wizards who seek to destroy life as they know it.
In a dangerous move and show of good will, the wizards ask the leader of the vampires to meet with them, so that they might plead their cause. One desperate man, Alain Magnier, and one bitter, disillusioned vampire, Orlando St. Clair, meet in Paris, and the fate of the world hangs in the balance of their decision: Will the vampires join the cause and form a partnership with the wizards to win the war?
The first of a four part series.
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 Simple Writing September 12, 2008
The concept was good. The pairing of a vampire and a wizard to fight an evil wizard of black magic. I think the story could have been fleshed out a bit more.
eg. For the first time in over 200 years, the vampire Orlando saw Paris in the daylight!He and Alain spent the whole day together exploring the city...yet little more than a small paragraph was devoted to this new joy for Orlando! They saw a couple things (two sentences) and then they were back at the apartment.
The author has already told us she lived in and loved Paris so I think she could have taken the time to show Orlando and Alain having a good day. She didn't give the reader anything.
Everything seemed to happen too fast.
Every paragraph was a new idea instead of fleshing out the places, people, feelings.(just like this!)
The attraction and feeling Orlando and Alain had for each other was very sensuous and erotic and I'll give the author her due on that point.
But the battle between good and bad wizards was not fleshed out enough.
This reader felt that there was not enough descriptive narrative in the story. It felt rushed.I just wasn't caught up in the story.
Of course, I am always wary when I see double-spacing and large fonts...that's also a sure sign of not much content.
Not interesting enough for me to buy into the series.
 Alliance In Blood July 10, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
Marcel is a powerful wizard. He has contacted the leader of the vampires Jean Bellaiche to try and form an alliance against Pascal Serrier - a powerful dark wizard. Alian Magnier is the wizard Marcel sends to meet with the vampires. Orlando St. Clair is the vampire chosen by Jean to meet with Alian. There is an immediate attraction between Orlando and Alian. When Alian offers his blood as a sign of good faith, something magical happens between them - a strong connection forms. Orlando can feel Alian's power flowing through him. The vampires and wizards discover that the unique and powerful bond that has formed between Orlando and Alian may happen for other wizard/vampire pairs. One effect of the connection is the vampire's ability to withstand the sun when he feeds from the wizard. This could make their alliance that much stronger. As they work to find suitable matches between their races, Serrier is planning his next attack.
Alliance in Blood is an emotionally charged story. Orlando's insecurity and his need for acceptance and love is tangible. Alian is so good to and for him. They make a very loving and passionate couple. Orlando's past is filled with violence and pain. The images he recalls are heartbreaking. There is a scene in Alliance in Blood that brought tears to my eyes because of its heart- wrenching poignancy. Alliance in Blood is dark, erotic, and very well written. I love the concept of this story. It's very cool and very different. Alliance in Blood is the beginning of what promises to be a terrific series.
Nannette
reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed
Great June 26, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
What a great story - suspense, romance, love, sex, vampires.... the baddies want to take over the world, mages and vampires must band together, ebem though reluctantly, and ... best yet, the book is a first of a sequel!
Worst thing about the book is that I have to wait till 2009 for part two.
A Home Run! June 9, 2008
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
Ariel has hit this one right out of the park. Just when you think you have read every different take on vampires, Ariel comes along and gives us a new and different approach to this age old tale. The fact that there is a reflection of the real world in the characters as two of them at least are gay, just makes it more endearing. Highly recommend this work to anyone who loves gay fiction or things that go bump bump in the night!
Magic in an all new light June 3, 2008
3 out of 6 found this review helpful
Ariel Tachna has, once again, left me amazed by her writing. Whenever I think I've read everything homoerotica has to offer she comes out with yet another amazing book! And her skills go much further than just smut, the plot is solid and just as interesting as the between-the-sheets moments (though those leave little to be desired too!) It's a great read and the characters, despite being less than human, are relatable and lovable. I only hope I can wait (somewhat patiently) for the next installment in november. This book is DEFINITELY worth every penny.
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