Demon from the Dark (Immortals After Dark Series - Book 8)

This is a delightful novel where two characters falling in love who do not speak the same language.

The immortal heroine, a witch, has been taken hostage by a vicious gang of mortals. They have systematically kidnaped, tortured, and murdered immortals. They stole her powers by placing a magical torque collar around her neck.
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SPOILERS: To save a child, the witch is dumped into a dimension that closely resembles Death Valley. Her mission is to lure a big scary vemon (half demon half vampire) into a trap.

Problem is, she's the vemon's `mate'. His one and only. Yep. He's waited hundreds of years, and when he smells her presence, it all `clicks'. He's pushing romance and forever on all pistons, and she's scared to death. He broke her wrist on their first encounter, but manages to save her life. There are some wonderful touching scenes where they communicate without language. She saves his tush, brings him through the porthole, and voila, he's betrayed yet again.
SPOILER: The mortals torture the vemom hero in the name of research. He burns with hatred towards the witch. The mortals (of course!) backed out of their bargain (who didn't see that one coming?) and kept the witch a captive along with the child she was protecting.

The ending is sweet and well paced. I love K. Cole and have discovered her novels are a hard habit to break.

Malkom is a Vemon which is supposed to be a Lore myth and not a reality! He is a Demon turned Vampire with the strengths of both. Exiled on a demon hell plane he has been alone for 300 years. Carrow is a rare three cast witch who had been abducted for the sole reason to bring Malkom back. Carrow is sent to the demon plane without really knowing what she is getting herself into only knowing that she has to succeed or the life of a small child is in jeopardy. Alone in a hell plane Carrow is at the mercy of any of the creatures that live there, many of which were exiled to those harsh conditions; and Malkom is the biggest and badest of them all! Malkom immediately recognizes Carrow as both his "Bride" and "Mate" for both parts of his nature and doesn't understand why Carrow wouldn't recognize him as the same. Carrow is a witch and doesn't have the same reaction in fact she is terrified but knows she must suceed and if she is going to be protected it might as well as be the biggest and badest creature around.

Malkom is one of my favorite males in this series, he's had a tortured past betrayed by everyone that he ever cared about starting with his own mother who sold him to the Vampires to be a blood slave where every imaginable atrocity was committed against him. Next came his best and only friend, then his people because of he was turned vampire and will Carrow his mate, his everything be the last? Malkom is interesting because he is so incredibly hard due to the live he has lead, he can't trust anyone yet when he meets Carrow he is so incredibly gentle with her and he wants to so badly believe that things will be different this time, even after everything he still has the ability to love and hope, he doesn't know what's to come.

Carrow knows she is going to betray Malkom and it is tearing her apart. Malkom has been so kind and gentle with her and she can tell he has a troubled past but doesn't know the specifics. Even if she wanted to get Malkom's help she can't, they don't speak the same language and she can't explain that she needs his help to save Ruby. Ruby is Carrow's newly adopted daughter and if she can't get Malkom back to her world Ruby will very likely be killed. Carrow knows what she has to do but it is breaking her heart, she doesn't know how all this has happened not 3 weeks before she was living the good life as "the Party Girl" of New Orleans! Carrows party girl routine is really a way to cope with her so very lonely unloving childhood. She was basically cast aside by her parents when she was child. You can really feel her loneliness, you get some flash backs to the way she was treated before her parents abandoned her and it is heartbreaking, no child should be treated that way.

Malkom and Carrow are perfect for each other with both of their troubled pasts you wonder if they can in fact heal each other. One of the most interesting parts of the book is how they communicate since they cannot actually talk to each other, so they kind of their own communication and it's almost deeper since they have to use non-vocal methods. Does Carrow betray Malkom and if she does can he ever forgive her?

This book will also set up what you can tell will be the next couple of books and it really makes you crave the next book! I know I am in suspense waiting for the next one. Almost all of the characters of previous books appear in this book so if you were missing them, they make their cameos! This is a must read and one of my favs of this series!!!

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In "Demon from the Dark," the 8th book in Kresley Cole's acclaimed Immortals After Dark series, multiple members of nearly every faction of the Immortal world of the Lore have been abducted by an unknown Mortal Order and brought to a concentration camp of sorts. They are imprisoned in cells of cinder-block and impenetrable glass (with gasses released from the ceiling to knock out the more "unruly" captives), and brought out only when needed for scientific experimentation--typically referring to vivisection, or just general torture. It is a truly horrifying situation for these "subjects," many of them recurring characters from Kresley Cole's previous books.

One such character is the New Orleans witch Carrow Graie, a.k.a. "Carrow the Incarcerated," dubbed so for the amount of nights she's had to sleep in County, due to myriad offenses--public magic, stealing a cop's horse, etc. She grew up in a noble but exceedingly cold house, and in total contrast draws power from the happiness of those around her. Carrow has been brought to this mysterious Order for a specific purpose: to enter the Demon Plane of Oblivion, a truly hellish landscape, and return with the elusive Malkom Slaine, a Scârba--a demon poisoned with vampire blood, thus giving them many traits of the latter. Colloquially known as vemons, the Scârba are the most physically powerful beings in the Lore, and generally regarded as abominations--and highly dangerous.

And if Carrow doesn't go to Oblivion and retrieve this vemon, then she and her late cousin's seven-year-old daughter Ruby won't go free.

Malkom Slaine, a vemon for the greater part of his life, has lived one of abuse, isolation, and general misery. Sold by his prostitute mother at a young age to a vampire lord, he was subjected to many sexual depravities until he was "too tall" for his "master." After living a rough, hunger-filled life on the streets of the city of Ash, he was eventually recruited by Prince Kallen the Great to fight for his army, and later to lead it. Kallen became the only friend Malkom ever had, but Kallen is no longer living. After being subjected to the atrocity of the Scârba ritual and turned into a vemon, Malkom eventually slaughtered the vampire who had turned him, and any other vampire who crossed his path, until they had fled the realm of Oblivion. Now he lives in complete isolation, a criminal and monster to his people, waiting for the traitorous demon leader Ronath to finally face (and fight) him.

This was his life, until Carrow crossed his path.

Out of all eight books (so far) in Cole's IAD series, I would say that this is by far the best one. And that's seriously saying something, when you look at some of the amazing past stories like "A Hunger Like No Other" (Book 1), "No Rest for the Wicked" (Book 2), "Kiss of a Demon King" (Book 6), and "Pleasure of a Dark Prince" (Book 7--an adventure to rival Tomb Raider). But "Demon from the Dark" has a twisting plot that grabs you and never lets go, including some serious scares later on (George Romero fans should be pleased).

But even more than the engrossing story, probably the best part of DftD is the progression of the relationship between Carrow and Malkom. And it is far from easy. In addition to the language barrier (Malkom purposefully forgot most of his "Anglish" long ago, as it reminded him too much of the vampires and the horrors he endured under their control), Malkom is a truly tortured individual who, despite most outward appearances, longs for the love and affection of someone who can look past the "abomination" that he is. As soon as Carrow entered the hell plane, Malkom knew instinctively that she was that person, and so he strives to please her in all ways he knows--including learning to write, and remembering Carrow's language.

As Carrow remarks herself, betraying the beastly/wild Malkom to the Order would have been easy--not physically, but it wouldn't have emotionally pained her. However, as the time draws near to return to her world with this new Malkom learning to love, she grows heartsick at the mere thought. And Malkom does change in this direction--steadily but surely. (This is why I am surprised at some of these negative reviews referring to Malkom merely as a "caveman"--they remembered his initial appearance in the story, and refused to look beyond that.)

A triumphant love story and an action-packed plot make "Demon from the Dark" one enjoyable read!

WARNING: Spoilers

Demon from the Dark is just as much of a hyper-sexy, action-packed paranormal romance as its predecessors. Malkom Slaine (love the action-hero name) is the quintessential diamond in the rough - sold and abandoned as a child, forced to live in exile and seclusion for centuries. Carrow Graie is a crowd-loving New Orleans party girl, one who is forced to finally grow up and provide for and protect another. Because of the previous stories, I wasn't a fan of Carrow's - I thought the character was funny, but shallow and basically only mentioned for comic relief. But this combination of Malkom and Carrow was truly special. As others have already commented, the initial communication scenes between these two are *hilarious*. I thought it was sweet and touching how these characters began to learn from each other and fall in love, especially with Malkom having to overcome his uncertainty and fear of betrayal. Ruby, of course, enriched the story and made this novel that much more interesting. I also loved how Lanthe and Regin's characters showed more depth - can't wait to read their stories. To compare this story to King Kong or Beauty and the Beast doesn't quite do it justice.

However no matter how much I liked this story, there were plenty of elements that I wish were different. First of all, I couldn't stand the cliff-hanger ending from Pleasure of a Dark Prince. It didn't flow well, especially since Garreth and Lucia were only mentioned in Demon from the Dark in the last few pages (to be fair, I didn't entirely care for Malkom and Carrow's happily ever after ending either). I was really hoping to see more scenes of the search for the missing (although Sabine and Carrow's confrontation was hysterically funny), not the few teasing chapters, or that random Nix appearance. (On a side note, WHY would Nix go off on her own? It just doesn't make sense! And where the heck was Munro, Uilleam's twin? If one Lykae brother was captured, why was there no mention of the other searching for him? *Soooo* many questions...)

I really was disappointed with the mad scientist storyline. Way too many authors rely on this (coincidentally there is another paranormal romance about a dirty, hairy man-beast recently published), and I thought it really belittled the IAD series. Cole is such an incredibly strong writer, I don't understand why she would stoop to the level of lesser-quality writers (don't worry, I won't name drop). I really wish more about La Dorada would have been explained. Hopefully the connection between her and Lothaire will be expected in a future book? I also don't know how I feel about the cute-kid aspect of the story; Cole also used this in Kiss of a Demon King with Sabine. Of course it makes for a more emotional and endearing story, but it only makes the reader want to learn MORE about the kid! I really hope Ruby gets mentioned more in the future. And I *really* could have done without the mentioning of all the severed heads surrounding Malkom's lair (yuck!)!! Haven't readers seen enough gore from Sabine's half-brothers? Just saying, *please* no more severed heads!

As a bookreviwer for chicklit I don't always have a choice in my reading selection.

And I don't always enjoy the para-romance garbage because it usually involves a plot of a human non-immortal hero or heroine who inadvertently falls into the "DARK SIDE" (DUM DUM DAAA!!!) by capturing the attention of a lovely, angst filled century old gorgeous vampire or werewolf type creature.

The dialogue usually sucks, the characters are usually clichés. The female lead generally tends to be sassy, talks about slaying vampires as though its "oh-so-normal" and constantly exclaims "sheesh" to appear streetwise.

However, this book is actually quite enjoyable. For a para-rom I'll give it a 5 star. Hence, if para-rom is your thing and your hoping to read something with some depth, passion, and real zingy romance with a interesting plot than this is your book

The female protagonist is pretty much your average para-rom heroine. Sassy, loud and a tad silly. However, the hero isn't your average run of the mill tall, dark and handsome - as he actually starts off as being considered unattractive. He's endearing and grows on you. He's been through a traumatic and terrible childhood experience which pulls at the sympathy heart strings. You'll vastly enjoy reading this. He might be a tad too macho and primitive, but if that's your thing you will enjoy this. I found it unique and perhaps a tad annoying at times, however towards the end the plot was good enough to excuse many of the silly parts of this book.

This genre isn't my thing. And hold no fascination towards the "underworld" as some people may have. And I loath vampire/underworld hero calibre generally (unless its a real novel like Dracula). However, as I mentioned, if you enjoy para-rom than this has potential to keep you engrossed.

This installment to the series was good, not her best, but awesome none the less. The main characters were well developed, the Demon/Vampire being very well written.

I loved the beginning; Carrow (a Witch) is sent to bring back a fierce "Vemon" from a plain of Hell who is unmatched in strength to a faction of Mortals who want to do away with immortals and are studding them. They want this half Demon half Vampire because there are only 4 living. She has no choice because they have killed a good friend who's daughter is being held captive. Carrow is the only living relative to the little girl and knows she is her only hope.

She travels to the plain of Hell through a portal to retrieve the Vemon. She has 5 days. When she comes across him its by mistake she is being assaulted by a band of other demons; he attacks and spies here. When he does he sees her as his true mate and is over come by lust. He has never been with a women, is brutal, damaged, and a true cave man. No joke -- he lives in a cave.

He captures her instead of the other way around, takes her to his cave and spends 5 days fighting the beast inside of him. He doesn't want to hurt her, but can barely control himself.

Long story short. He follows her back to Earths plain and is taken by the bad guys. He doesn't speak English so Carrow was not able to warn him, even though she wanted to badly.

He is tortured for a week or so before other things come to pass and he is able to escape. Of course his first thought is to find Carrow and take her as his mate. When he finds her, he also finds her with the young girl that she has taken as her own. He understands why she had to turn him over for the young girls life.

Things get completed, but all turns out well. Best parts of the book are the beginning and end. The middle is a tad boring, only because I personally hated the dialog between Carrow and the little girl. I know Cole had to do this to develop the characters and show the love between her and the little girl, but it was of no interest to me.

Otherwise, plenty of erotica and action. Tons of plot outside of the love story. Good solid book.

Where have you been all my life Kresley Cole? This book rocked. I usually find PNR ok, not as good as UF. It's all the romance and not enough action, well here, I loved it. Hihi.

Immortals are being kidnapped and kept in a prison, some experimented on, and tortured. Carrow Graie, a witch, gets an ultimatum, capture Malkom, bring him there and regain her freedom. Malkom lives in Oblivion, where vampires have destroyed their demon kingdom. He hates them, and he can't live with demons either since he is an abomination.

This one, what a savage brute Malkom was, and I just melted, even when he rather annoyingly begged for a good time. It was impossible not care for his tortured soul, but then I am a sucker for heroes like that. The wounded, broken ones that do not believe anyone could ever love them. And here someone falls for him, because deep in he is such a good soul, and just wants to protect here.

My heat even stopped at one time, I knew the truth, but since he did not, it was hard to read. He is not a man to betray.

Carrow, I guess she was ok, I honestly didn't pay much attention to her, lol, just kidding. She was the right woman for him. And it sure takes a real brave woman to handle him too.

This book had a great history with all the different beings walking around in our world and in other dimensions. It had action and drama, considering that wicked men wants to capture and erase immortals from the face of the earth. It has them fleeing from other demons and strange creatures, and it has the love, passion, some things that made me giggle.

I can't believe I found this book first now, at book 10. Also it was easy to just jump in with out knowing anything.

Final thoughts: I even think this book was the best paranormal romance I have ever read.

I've been trying to pin down what I REALLY like about Kresley Cole's novels. Some are better than others but there is one thing that is consistent through out her books and writing and its personality. Her characters have it and it varies with humor, quirky behavior and all the other behavior foibles you expect from real people. The world of IAD makes you compare them to real people with of course some things that only happen in the world of romance writing. In Demon from the Dark, Carrow has a mantra where she asks herself what would Ripley do? (referencing the awesome Ripley from the Aliens movie) I laughed each time she did it. There's a line I cant recall where Nix is talking and she segues in to a line from a commercial or something. Hilarious. Its moments like those that draw you in to Cole's writing.

Malkom of course was the ultimate in demon and vampire lore known as a venom. Watching him struggle with his past and deal with Carrow as his fated one was poignant and sweet even when the two could only communicate with hand gesturess. The story has a slow and steady pace which allows readers a chance to watch Carrow and Malkom fall in love. I cant give a better plot description then some of the other reviewers but the elements that I mentioned here are the reasons I really enjoyed this latest installment.

The hero for this book is unique from his predecessors, and although this book also features a kidnap scenario, it's way different from Kiss of the Demon King's plot. Kiss involves a personal vendetta, while this one involves a secret human organization experimenting on immortals. A little similar to Stolen by Kelley Armstrong, perhaps, but Kresley Cole puts her own spin into it.

Carrow was never on my radar and I never liked her whenever she appeared in any of the previous books, but she is now one of my favorites from the heroines so far. In this book, she is sent into the desolate demon realm where Malkolm resides and lures him back to earth, only to get captured by the humans to be used as a lab rat. She is forced to do this because her adopted daughter is held hostage, but this causes Malkolm to lose trust in her. They escape from the lab but are trapped in an island and the girls have to depend on Malkolm for survival.

Aside from Carrow's personal conflict with Malkolm, there is also the bigger conflict regarding the war between the factions of the immortals looming on the horizon. I really like that Kresley Cole is able to juggle the Accession, the mini-war between the Pravus and Vertas immortals on the island, and give us glimpses into Regin and Lanthe's stories without deviating from the main plot. A LOT of authors tend to deviate away from the main characters when they're setting up the bigger picture, but Carrow and Malkolm are fleshed out and beautifully characterized here.

I can't wait for the next book!

I discovered Kresley Cole almost a year ago from a recommendation from the store. I ordered the first two books, A Hunger Like No Other and No Rest For the Wicked. They sat on my bookshelf for a few weeks before I finally picked up the first book and read it. I have to tell you I was blown away! I finished both books in one weekend. I then went back to the store and ordered the rest of the series. So when Demon From The Dark came out a few months ago, I was very excited. It's the tenth book in the Immortals After Dark Series. What I love most about her books is they encompass everything paranormal. Her characters range from witches to werewolves, vampires to fey, demons to sorcerers. The characters that she writes are funny, sexy, smart, and dangerous. A lethal combination. Demon From The Dark is another hit with me. Kresley Cole has done it again. The story was faced paced, full of action and adventure and of course, lots of romance. I liked Carrow a lot. She is strong and independent. She also has to make some tough choices in this book. Malkom is a warrior, strong and vulnerable. They are from two different worlds, literally and have a language barrier that they must overcome. I was sucked in from beginning to end. If you like paranormal romance I suggest you check this book out.

I wasn't expecting much from this book--even hesitated with reading it though I bought the book. However, once I started I couldn't stop. And read it till 3 in the morning! Crow and Malkcom were AMAZING. I'm not a serial reader of this series but this book ensured that I do read the next one!

Malkcom had a lot of the experience that reminded me of a character of JR Ward that I adored. It was so much a like that i feel positive that she has either read or heard about book 3. I loved his line about people who betray him only did so once, I loved him pointing that fact out to Carrow--who did betray him horridly.

What I enjoyed most of this series was how honest they were considering. He didn't get over her betrayal in a blink of an eye, she didn't expect him just get over it once she apologized. They both had real pain and they truly got over it together. I enjoyed them not being able to understand each other--that's probably why there wasn't some huge misunderstanding!

Great read!

We all know Kresley Cole can tell a story. Even her worst is fantastic, so when rating her stories among her others it may not be 5 stars but when comparing her story telling abilities and writing to other books, she soars above. This is a four star read from Kresley's books.
Wasn't my fave. I seriously had trouble sticking with this one. I like the immortals with their not so human /mortal baggage. The best parts of the story? When the paranormal romance world took over. So much happened only to be dulled down by the too human baggage. Still a good story and love this authors story telling ability.

Gosh. I surfed through my notes and see I don't have too many. Bummer. It'll make this review a bit tougher. Okay. Here goes. I didn't think this was Ms. Cole's best work. In fact, it was my least favorite of the series. But hold up. It wasn't a bad read either. After all, not every book she writes can come in first place. It was more than okay, but it wasn't fantastic.

Most of my notes refer to Malkom. Whereas Carrow was the normal snarky heroine typical of Ms. Cole's novels, our hero was unique. He reminded me of a maiden at times with his mentality and his experience. I loved it. When he wasn't playing the role of the maiden, he was a Neanderthal. He had no problem swinging his woman over his shoulder and hauling her to his cave of love. The diversity was great. And he had this interesting sense of fairness. As if the world balanced out. After 400 years, one would think he'd learn.

I'd give Demons from the Dark a 3.5-4 star read, whereas most of her books would be on a 4-5 star read.

Kresley Cole does it again! In this installment we meet Carrow, a talented witch whom is forced on a mission to both find and capture a new breed in the lore - a vemon. After her debriefing, she comes across Malkom Slain, a tormented soul who is outlawed and hated by his own kind.

Together they must overcome many trials, from trust to a language barrier. Not to mention both their pasts - especially Slaine's - will tug at your heart strings. Seriously, if you're not rooting for Malkom within the first third in the book there's something wrong with you. Along with Bowen and Declan's books, Slaine's ranks among the saddest.

One of my favorites in the series! Again, Cole makes another bestseller!

(Review also posted on Goodreads)

THIS IS MY FAVORITE BOOK!!!! I've read it multiple times and I love it more each time. Malkolm is so vulnerable that he broke my heart. But please don't make the mistake of confusing emotional vulnerability with weakness because he's an ALPHA in every way! He's the best kind of tortured hero in that he's damaged but he's super strong. All he really want is to love and be loved. I adore this author's writing. In my opinion there is no one else that gives the reader a perfect balance of plot, character development & steam. The author SHOWS the reader what the characters are feeling as well as aspects of their personalities. Rather than telling you (major pet peev). For instance, Malkolm is sensitive yet deadly. Instead of repeating this over and over she demonstrates this with a scene between he and his best friend that broke my heart. This book actually MOVED me. Not something I normally say about paranormal romance, especially not those with hot love scenes. I don't care if she continuously uses the fated mates trope. No one does it like her & it feels fresh each time. Kresley Cole is the best and this book is her best. Which is saying a lot because it's #8. Most authors begin to jump the shark by now (JR WARD) but Cole keeps on getting better and better!

Read from August 06 to 07, 2012

This one was intriguing with all the different landscapes that the characters live through. The prison where the Immortals were being held at, The land of Oblivion where where Malkom lived, the island wherre the prison is, and of course New Orleans. I liked how you were taken to many different places and realms, I also liked the fact that there was the language barrier between Malkom and Carrow for a good majority of the book. What I didn't like of this book, was the when Malkom would use Carrow for sex, but was basically on the borderline of hating him, because she had betrayed him to save Ruby's life. It was almost as if he was raping her though she hadn't fought him. I do however love how all the people of the Lore are coming together and one huge family/friend piece, which is great for the upcoming ascension or whatever it's called.

Demon from the Dark was another awesome book in this series!
Carrow the witch and a whole bunch of other immortals from all factions have been captured by mortals who want to experiment on immortals in order to find their weak points so they can exterminate them.
But those humans have a very specific task for Carrow, go trough a portal to a demon plane and bring back the vemon (= vampire demon) named Malkom Slaine.
Carrow has no choice but to go to the disolate demon plane and try to get Malkom to cross the portal in 6 days, because if she doesn't the mortals will kill little Ruby, her beloved niece.

At first Carrow feels no remorse about betraying the vemon and getting him through the portal under false pretenses because he seems to be the deranged, ruthless, violent brute the mortals portrayed him to be. But as the days go by she sees Malkom is more than that...

Another great read from Cole. While Carrow is a good female lead, I loved Malkolm. He is not your typical lead male. He is sensitive but strong. Basically, he is everything that women want in a man. I loved his character and gasped along the plots. Cole has put together a great novel here.

Kresley Cole's "Demon from the Dark" is the 8th book in her totally amazing Immortals After Dark series. The heroine in this book is the witch, Carrow, who we were briefly introduced to as Mariketa's best friend in "Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night (Immortals After Dark, Book 3)." I have to say, I was not excited about reading her story. Her character never stood out to me, and the hero, Malkom, is an entirely new character.

Why did I ever doubt Kresley Cole? She rocks my socks off.

Carrow was one of the supernaturals kidnapped at the end of "Pleasure of a Dark Prince (Immortals After Dark, Book 7)." We find out that a group of humans is collecting samples from all the otherworldly species. But they don't have a dempire (demon/vampire hybrid.) They kidnap Carrow's little witch niece, after killing the child's mother, and blackmail Carrow into helping them catch Malkom. Carrow is sent to Malkom's demon realm and quickly discovers she is his destined mate. Problems abound. He has lived a solitary and harsh life for centuries. He doesn't speak English. And sadly, he has known nothing but cruelty and betrayal. They manage to fall for each other despite the language barrier, but Carrow can't make him understand what she is doing and why she will have to lead him into a trap.

WHAT IS SO GOOD ABOUT THIS BOOK:
In a word: Malkom. I cared so much about his fragile heart, I wanted to beat down everyone who had ever hurt him. I ached for his sadness. I hated what Carrow had to do. It was masterful writing. Kresley Cole at her very best. And of course, you know that means there was some great sex in here too.

I'd give it more than 5 stars if I could.

Really like this series but really where are the Audio books for the resent of the series. Love the characters but do try to listen/read the in order. I got lost on more than one occation trying to figure out where this book fit in the series.
Love the female character and the strugle to over come the past without bring the book down to a level that depresses the reader. If you like Christine Feehan or Gena Showalter than you will love this series.
Has action and comedy with just enough Sci-Fi to keep you guessing. I gave it 4 stars only because there is no audio book! IF they make the audio books for the reset of the series they should let me know. :)

Even though I really like Kresley Cole's books and feel that she's one of the most refreshing authors out there, I find myself waiting longer and longer to buy her books. I don't know if its me, but does it seem like the stories are becoming forced or just running out of steam?

Don't get me wrong, "Demon From the Dark" was a great read, but somehow I feel like it was a rehash of "Kiss of the Demon King". Heroine is forced to betray hero, she agonizes over it for 1/3 of the book, hero gets revenge, then heroine redeems herself. Oh and there's even a cute kid thrown in the mix as well that melts one of the main character's hard shell just like in "Kiss of the Demon King".

Admitedly like the rest of her faithful readers, I am looking forward to Lanthe and Thoronos story. Nix too or even the sex god who kept preying on the poor nymph.

There has only been a handful of times where I've read a book and think, "I want to have babies with it." In the case of Kresley Cole's Demon from the Dark, I want to start a whole family with it. The tenth book in Kresley's very popular Immortal After Dark series is too good for words. This is an author who can bring forth the angst and still have you laughing your head off through most of the story. Kresley has a fan for life with me. Demon from the Dark is now my favorite books of hers.

Demon from the Dark introduces Kresely's most damaged and tortured hero yet. Malkom Slaine will have you aching with hurt. This is a demon who was sold by his mother as a child to be a vampire's blood slave. He then is saved by Prince Kallen, who becomes his best friend and confidant. Unfortunately he and Kallen are taken by Viceroy, the ruthless leader of the vampires. Viceroy decides to change both men into vampires as his ultimate revenge. When the bloodlust becomes too powerful for them both to ignore, one of them will end up killing the other in order to quench their thirst. It's not too hard to guess who kills whom. And this all happens in the prologue.

Fast forward to present day where the party girl witch and everything of the snark, Carrow Graie has been kidnapped along with her fellow immortal creatures by the Order. The Order is a group run by Declan Chase, who is experimenting and torturing the immortals and has no qualms about it. He is sinister and possibly evil, especially since the one he loves to torture most of all is Carrow's friend, the Valkyrie, Regin the Radiant. Also with Carrow are other familiar faces such as the vampire Lothaire, Lanthe, an evil sorceress, and the demon-angel Thronos who wants revenge against Lanthe. Chase wants Carrow to capture a vampiric demon, known as a vemon, and it happens to be Malkom. Carrow gives Chase the big old finger but he has something up his sleeve to make her do what he wants. Carrow has no choice but to accept and will go into the demon hell place of Oblivion where she has seven days to bring Malkom back with her.

Carrow enters Oblivion with only the clothes on her back and is in for a huge wake up call because the nasty creatures that reside there are way out of her league. Her first meeting with Malkom goes very badly. It looks like Carrow is his mate and now Malkom wants to claim her. But there's a small problem. First Malkom only speaks Demonish with a smattering of Latin. Plus he's not big on hygiene, as in he doesn't shave or bathes. And his way of courting Carrow is throwing her the head of some disgusting ghoul he decapitated. At first Carrow thinks Malkom is this big bloodthirsty demon, but then after he saves her a few times from death, she goes off with him to his lair and get him to trust her.

Malkom is incredibly lonely, but thinks now that he has his mate he can build a home and create offspring with her. But first he has to try to find a way to communicate with her and hold back from sucking her blood. And not only does he want her with every part of his being, but Carrow refuses to have sex with him. She'll give him little taste as long as he let's her bathe him and give him a haircut.

Soon these two have created a fragile trust and for once Malkom has hope that he will be loved. He thinks Carrow is his savior, but has no clue what she has planned. Carrow is falling for the big lug, but she knows if she hands him over to the Others, he will hate her make her suffer for her deceit.

Demon from the Dark is a rip roaring, action packed hotter than the steam rising off the cement paranormal tale that I'm urging everyone to read. The way Kresley can balance these tragic characters with some light hearted moments amazes me. Malkom is a big old teddy bear by the time Carrow gets through with him and we're given insight on Carrow's psyche and why she acts the way she does. Carrow may seem spoiled and undeserving, but that all changes, especially when she's with Malkom. There's a big scene where Malkom puts his total trust in Carrow, simply by taking a bath. These two are tender, loving and one of the most emotional love scenes I've read this year. And I will get this out in the open and say that Malkom doesn't know how to be around a woman. He's never even touched one. I can assume you know what this means.

The action doesn't let up and so many things come to light that will shock you. My mouth dropped when I figured out why Chase acts the way he does and it's quite the doozy. And things end on such a cliffhanger regarding two characters that need to be the stars of their own books.

I cannot give enough praise to Demon from the Dark and the incredible world building and creativity that shines through these pages. I simply bow down to Kresley's skill at bringing to life Malkom, Carrow and the whole cast of characters that has me so excited to read.

Katiebabs

Trust is not a given between any two people even those so fated to spend eternity together. It is an earned feeling and if the person you love most breaks the bond of trust you have in them, the faith you had may never return.

Malkom Slaine had been abused, abandoned and almost killed by everyone that was ever dear to him. He is unique in the Lore as he had been turned into a demon and his powers were strong. But life had not been kind to him and he had been left to rot in the demon plane that is a virtual hell where he now is forced to live with none of his powers working and his daily life a battle to survive. Carrow Graie is a witch who lives with her coven in relative safety and never expected to be taken prisoner by "The Order" a human group bent on the destruction of the paranormal community which consists of everyone Carrow knows and loves. Her powers have been stripped and she is living in a cage listening to others beg for their existence. But The Order will give her back her freedom and return her powers if she can retrieve Malkom and convince him to transport through the portal so the enemy analyze him. The fact that they are holding Ruby, one dear 7 year-old witch that Carrow adores as collateral for this to happen seals this deal. This manipulation forces Carrow to use whatever she has to in order to bring Malkom back to face whatever fate should occur to free Ruby and ensure that she is safely returned to their coven.

However, Carrow never thought that the one male she can't care about is the one she has been fated to and perhaps the one that can give her purpose in her out of control life and make her happy. Love has been fleeting and rarely given so when Malkom extends his hand to show her affection Carrow is more likely to bite it than kiss it. Malkom knows from his now beating heart and over whelming desire to mate that Carrow is the one woman he has been waiting for and he will have her no matter how it has to happen. He takes her to his shelter, lets her care for him and shows her in his rudimentary way what she means to him. But Carrow knows that she has a mission and that mission is not to fall in love with this demon but to get him back through the portal and the clock is ticking. Malkom makes the mistake of trusting her and the steps that occur after forces their relationship to collapse and the struggle to regain the feelings they once shared require giant leaps not baby steps.

Freedom comes at a high cost to both of them and protecting Ruby is their number one priority. But can Malkom get past Carrow's deception and move forward toward a life together or are they stranded on the island of despair and loneliness never knowing what true passion and emotional release can feel like?

Kresley Cole is one of the writer's who has created an alternate universe that is so deep in characters and plot that you have to stop and remind yourself this is not real. She is the master of this genre and the books in this series grow more fascinating and intriguing while remaining fresh which is a difficult task. Ms. Cole has written such wonderful characters with Malkom and Carrow that you find yourself not only rooting for their success to freedom but also that they figure out how amazing their love is. Thank you as always Kresley for writing these works of art.

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Carrow had been kidnapped by the order and they also have a little witch who is family to make her do their bidding, they want a vemon and Carrow has to lure him to them, Malkom is a demon turned into a vampire who had always been betrayed by the closest people to him, when he recognized in Carrow his mate, he believes that finally things are turning for him.

The story is still an IAD and that is great by itself even when we don't know Malkom from previous books and Carrow was known only in the Mariketa and Bowen's story but I didn't get the same feeling of the books before this, for starters the kidnappings where made by the order, which we didn't really get a glimpse and couldn't care less, then there was no seeing Carrow and Malkom getting to know each other, they met one night and then we have that four days had passed where feelings got developed but we didn't see any of that.

The action was GREAT, every fight and every moment of suspense (even the ones that weren't battles) have me biting my nails. I really like this side of Carrow, not only the party girl we knew; and Malkom was fantastic, his everything truly appeal to me, it was kind of Jane and Tarzan when he was uncivilized and she wants to teach him, he was more Beast than man but what a man! And what a Beast! Yummy! The little girl throw in the mix was so sweet and we get to see brief peeks of old couples that we know and love.

Here is where I didn't know if 3 (for the lacking parts and unresolved ending)or 4 stars, but because I really love Malkom, it went to 4. All and all if you love this series you had to read this book; because the end is a cliffhanger that I'm guessing will be the beginning of the next one, and it might be a big battle.

P.S. Next book Regin and I don't like her guy.

Originally posted at Wicked Lil Pixie Reviews.

"Those who betray me do it only once." - Malkolm

I have done something different with this review and have used plentiful quotes throughout to highlight my favorite parts. If you consider quotes too much of a spoiler, please use caution browsing this review. The review overall is spoiler-free.

Demon from the Dark is the 9th full-length novel in the Immortals After Dark series and as I've mentioned previously in my review of Pleasure of a Dark Prince, this is one of my most cherished Paranormal Romance series. We are quickly approaching The Accession, described as "a kind of mystical checks-and-balances system for an ever-growing population of immortals. Occurs every five hundred years. Or right now..." I heard from a few fellow readers that they felt the beginning was a bit too slow. For me, that was not the case. I felt the beginning was necessary to remind us that certain events have happened in previous books and they needed to be tied together. Think: characters have gone missing in just about each book leading up to this one. I strongly recommend re-reading the Epilogue of Pleasure of a Dark Prince, because it is filled with events that set up the events of this book. I did not remember a lot of references made in the beginning and someone pointed me to the Epilogue of PoaDP leading me to several "A-Ha!" moments.

Demon from the Dark picks up right where Pleasure of a Dark Prince left off. We first meet Malkolm Slaine, and learn of his background and just how he has been so betrayed and tortured on the most fundamental of levels. We also pick up with Carrow Graie right after she has been captured and held prisoner by The Order. I just knew Carrow would be kick-ass and she totally was. We previously knew her as being Mari's best friend, who threw the pool party for her fellow witches in Rydstrom's pool while he was away - without his knowledge. Known as Carrow the Incarcerated, we expected a crazy party girl, but she was so much more than that. There was absolute method to her madness. Her inner dialog throughout the book was one of my favorites of the heroines in the series so far. Some of my most favorite quotes of her inner dialog:

Those bastards had posted bail for Carrow's latest disorderly conduct charge--proudly earned!--and then lain in wait outside the Orleans Parish Correctional.
"We'll get a pad near Andoain so you can still go to spell school there. I'll pack lunch"--bag leftover pizza--"for you every morning."
He had nice even teeth, surprisingly white. In a way, even his fangs were sexy. Because his second bite aroused you. Shut up, inner Carrow!
Ruby crossed her little arms over her chest, jutting her chin. "You're not leaving me behind. Or I'll do a spell to make you smell like ass. Forever." Carrow raised her brows. "Harsh, Ruby, harsh." I think I'm the one who taught her to say "smell like ass."
In addition, one of my favorite things about reading each book in this series is Kresley Cole's obscure 80s & 90s pop culture references and this book did not let me down! Here are some of my most favorite laugh out loud parts:

What would Ripley do? When in a jam, Carrow often thought of how Ellen Ripley, the legendary badasstress of the Alien quadrilogy, would figure her way out.
Added to this, Ruby was now singing They Might Be Giants' "Particle Man." Over and over. Carrow had taught her to sing it on repeat to annoy others--not herself. She muttered to the ceiling, "Amanda, I never knew."
Carrow leapt to her feet. "Ruby, damn it! I said no." Lanthe yanked her to the other side of the cell, muttering, "Gods, Carrow, why didn't you just snap, `Mummy has a headache! Go fetch Mummy's scotch!'? Ember cried, "Hide the wire hangers!" Ruby asked, "Why hide the wire hangers?" Portia patted her head. "May you never find out."
Mostly, in case you can't tell from my previous gushing, I just dig the way Kresley Cole writes. Once again, the dialog of the female characters new and old are rich with snark, humor, and awesomesauceness. Have I mentioned how much I love Kresley Cole's female characters?

"Miss Lanthe?" the sorceress repeated, her blue eyes gleaming dangerously. "Why don't you just buy me a minivan, zip me into mom jeans, and shoot me in the face?"

In this story, she brings two desperately lonely people together: Carrow, who surrounds herself with people but still is the lonely child inside whose parents never wanted. Malkolm, who seemingly never stood a chance against the solitude of the life into which he was born. I can't even summarize his loneliness, it is tremendous. Carrow and Malkolm both battle their personal demons to keep one another, and at times it is very raw. Malkolm is quite possibly Ms. Cole's most tortured hero yet in the series. The anxiety level in the middle of the book was astronomical. You just aren't sure what pivotol decision Carrow is going to make, and it takes on the feel of watching a train wreck; waiting to see where all the pieces will land, then how the people will move on from it. In addition to some seriously hot smexy scenes that Ms. Cole does so well, there are also many tender moments between the two of them. The sweet things Malkolm would do for Carrow in the only ways he knew how were so swoon-worthy. Here is just one example of one of my favorite scenes between the two of them:

When she beckoned to him with a grin, he glanced over both shoulders. Then he hiked a thumb at himself with his cleft chin proudly raised. And Carrow thought, I think I just fell into like with him.

The Lore and all the creatures within it are just plain cool, and at times, scary! One thing is clear from this book - the big WAR is coming between the many different species of immortals, and I have a feeling that will tie in to hopefully (!!!) and eventually a Nix the Ever-Knowing story. Next up... Regin the Radiant! I've said it before and I will say it again. If you are a fan of Paranormal Romance and you have not started this series, you are seriously missing out.

Every once in a while an avid reader comes across one of those rare books that makes you wish you could go back and read it for the first time again because it's THAT good.

I'm struggling to even think of some flaw with this book. I absolutely LOVED it. I loved Malkom's foreign nature, seeing our culture through his eyes. The language barrier between Carrow and Malkom made for an interesting plot device and laugh out loud hilarity. The characters were so real and I found my heart breaking for each of them. It was sad, funny, and of course romantic. I can't wait to read this again.

I was right on the money with this book. I thought Cole's previous book, #7 Pleasure of a Dark Prince (Garreth & Lucia) was the worst of the IAD series and worst lykae story so I was praying that #8 HAD to be amazing because the hero is a vampire-demon hybrid - of which both species I absolutely adore. And as an extra little treat for me Cole made Malkom a tortured caveman virgin (awwww! isn't that sweet? ;P). Carrow was also a very likeable heroine (unlike Lucia). It was nice to see other couples thrown in as well such as Mariketa & Bowen, Rydstrom & Sabine, and my ultimate favourites Conrad & Neomi. I'm looking forward to Regin & Declan's story.. it sounds particularly interesting.. a former human now reincarnated Lorean multiple times? But hell, I would look forward to anything Cole writes.

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Boy!!! was this a fantastic read or what!!..to all those who have read it...hmmmm where do I begin!!...
1 demon/vamp + 1 witch + 1 young witch= 1 big happy mystical family!!!
Carrow your average everday fun-filled happy witch, got captured, and had to lure the big sexy demon-vamp(malkom) back thru a portal to the bad guys,so that she could walk out of the prison with the witch(ruby)!
Moving on.....Malkom although feriocious,big,deadly and did I say big?....his innocense is what grabbed me!...He was absolutely adorable and that Carrow had me laughing so hard from the beginning to middle of the book!!...the language barrier is gonna have you all in stitches!!..
THIS BOOK and all of Kresley Cole's books have not disappointed me one bit!!
Happy reading everyone!!

With Demon from the Dark the reader is in for a treat of his life. I truly think Kresley Cole outdid herself with this one. The story is beautifully written and very touching. All of the factors - the plot line, characters, effect and interactions - I expect from a great book are executed perfectly. So much that while reading it didn't even cross my mind to analyze or critique anything. I was simply engulfed into the story I absolutely loved.

Demon from the Dark was one of the books I most anxiously waited for. Not because of the characters, I mind you, but of the opportunity to learn what happened after a number of Lore Immortals were captured in the end of the previous book. And in a small corner of my mind I prayed that there wouldn't be some mortal faction involved (hate when humans are involved). My prayers were unheard, but I do not regret it for a second. The author made it work and made it good.

And the characters I wasn't necessary anxious about (because I didn't know one and the other didn't impress me much), were true heroes whom I absolutely fell in love with. The slow progress of relationship between Malkom and Carrow, the peaks and lows figuring how to trust each other, communicate with a language barrier, was moving.
Such untypical situations as the heroes not being able to communicate, or touch on some perfectly normal yet deliberate reason I associate with Kresley Cole's writing. And I love the way it is put together and solved. Sometimes even the most obvious things come as surprise and surprise was what Demon from the Dark most definitely managed to accomplish. Even though I expected a good read.

The book has truly heartbreaking moments, deep feelings, sacrifices, dangerous turns and an escalating need for more of the intricate world of Immortals After Dark series, it can't be denied. I only hope the next book would come soon, because while the secondary characters do give an extra flavor, it also gifts with a desperate craving for another story.

In short, Demon from the Dark is a keeper and you'll regret it if you won't try!

Their love story is one of my top favorites in this IAD series. Carrow and Malcolm both have dark back stories, and when they find light in each other, it's really heartening. Malcolm is hot, sexy, and bad ass. Carrow is hot, sexy, and bad ass. There is nothing but greatness in this book.

I don't consider myself to be a Para-Fan (hey I think I just coined a new phase...not be be confused with paraffin...as in wax), but actually consider myself to be quite a para-newbie. Given the option, paranormal would not be the genre of my choice to read.

Demon From the Dark is my first ever Kresley Cole novel and it certainly won't be my last. Cole's writing is freaking hilarious and yowzer the story between Malkom and Carrow was mega-watt, smokin' hot! Malkom's got horns and tat's and strategically placed piercings and he's strong and protective and, and I could go on and on... ohh ya and I'm sure Carrow had a few things going for her as well. What a keeper I picked to read *fans self*. Back list here I come!

So how then did Demon From the Dark get into my TBR pile? I've given it some thought and here is what I came up with.
1. Scorching hot cover art including 6 pack abs and a rockin' hip tat...Yum!
2. Intriguing back cover blurb - I can dig it.
3. Flipping through the book at Hell-Mart I chanced upon a particular passage involving a steamy bath scene and a soft wash cloth.

Ca-Ching...book in basket..checkout here I come...ring me up Scottie!

I'm not going to go into great detail about the book, I just have a few points I want to hi-light showcasing Ms. Cole's witty and funny sense of humor.

Carrow the good-time witch of the coven has been kidnapped and imprisoned by the Evil-doers to capture and lure the Vemon - Malkom Slaine into their clutches for their evil-doing experiments. Here is Carrow's response when she finds out what they expect her to do:

"As much as I appreciate the invitation to help out with your vemon-retrieval problem, I'm afraid I'm going to have to R.S.V.F.U."

OMG R.S.V.F.U.? Are you kidding me. Freaking hilarious!

One prevalent problem throughout the story involves communication. Malkom's native tongue is Demonish...no Anglish. Carrow doesn't speak or understand Demonish. She's strictly a straight up English sorta girl. There were so many funny scenes resulting from the language barrier. Here is one of my favorites.
Carrow to Malkom:

"I should name you Wilson the Volleyball. You understand as much as Wilson did and respond as infrequently. What's that?" She cupped her ear as if the demon had spoken. "No, no your're right, Wilson was more hygienic."

OMG! I think I snorted coffee out my nose reading that one.

Malkom definitely needs a little help when dealing with the ladies. He's about 400 years old and surprise...dude is still a Virgin? Wha???? At one point when trying to impress and woo Carrow, he collects some ghoul heads on pikes and presents them to her as an offering like he's giving her a bouquet of roses. He wouldn't make for good material on any season of The Bachelor. Can't you just picture the final ceremony? "Carrow will you accept this...severed ghoul head?" LOL!

My final funny revolves around Carrow's magical powers and how they are regenerated. She needs happy, positive vibes to increase the power of her own magic. The happier the feelings, the more power she can harness for herself. So because she's been imprisoned and her powers are at an all-time low...a happy Malkom will be a big benefit to Carrow. Here's the passage when Carrow makes this realization:

She'd bet sex with him would make Malkom very satisfied. The demon was turning out to be an unpredictable, feral, bone-and-head-collecting, sexually ravenous happiness battery. She swallowed. All I have to do is plug him in.

Go! Buy! Laugh! Enjoy!
You will not be disappointed.

I am a huge fan of Kresley Cole and if you are too, stop reading this and go to the nearest bookstore for this book! If you're on the fence, keep reading. Earlier this year, when I got around to reading Cole's last "demon" novel KOADK, I decided, okay this is enough. For many reasons, "demon" romances gross me out. I don't know why I can get into vampires, witches, werewolves and when it comes to this demon thing,,,yuck!

Well, I don't know if I'd ever BUY another demon romance but this book is 4 HOT STARS of action, romance, emotional connection, vulnerability, steamy love scenes, and just pure alpha male YUMMINESS! Malkom and Carrow are so fantastic together. This book has a rare quality that's hard to find, even in some of Cole's more recent books. It's pacing is terrific, you're sucked into the story completely by about page three. It moves fast, it's a short book, you'll fly through it like you're running a sprint, but when it's over you feel completely satisfied. If you liked A Hunger Like No Other, which was pure perfection, then you will absolutely love this one. Honestly, I think this book deserves 5 stars for the fast paced action and romance, but I still hate the demon thing, although it's obviously the trend now for PNR writers trying to come up with something other than vampires.

Love this series and have since the start. Malkom and Carrow rock the plot. Malkom, demon-vampire boogieman combination (mentioned in previous novel), tells his tale of woe. Betrayed time and again by his mother, unknown father, and best friend, expects the worst from everyone he meets until he meets Carrow. 'Course Carrow is thrown in Malkom's world for the sole purpose of betraying him. Hmmm...where could this be going...duh. Regardless, the hero-heroine action is steamy and I truly like the whole "don't-speak-your-language-except-the-language-of-loooooovvvve" thing going on. Cole throws in a lot of action to boot and a few other potential future heroine and heroes that the reader just knows will come up in later books. I really liked learning more about Regin if only briefly. The whole mad science island was an interesting setting. My my only problem...having to wait, like, forever, for the next one. Yeah, I know. These books just bring out my quirky side.

Amazingly, Kresley Cole has topped herself with a new Lore hero! Malkom Slaine, a vemon (1/2 demon /½ vampire), is damaged by his troubled past and has spent centuries being haunted by the beatings and betrayals he has had to endure. He lives for vengeance. Once you betray him, you pay. Enter Carrow Graie, party witch extraordinaire with her own damage. Carrow has been captured by The Order, an evil group rounding up immortals for their own nefarious reasons. The Order threaten to kill Ruby, Carrow's orphaned neice, if Carrow doesn't lure Malkom to the Order. Even though neither speaks the other's language, they are able to communicate. Many LOL moments with Malkom and Carrow "negotiating" in sign language! Though Carrow is falling for her vemon, she knows she must save Ruby. Yet another betrayal for Malkom, who is mesmerized by his mate. Will Malkom be able to forgive Carrow, just when she realizes she can't live without him? Whether he forgives her or not, Malkom's not about to let her go and will go to any lengths to keep her.

Kresley Cole delivers yet another amazing installment in the Immortals After Dark series! And as an extra treat we get to catch up with favorites like Mariketa and Bowen, Rydstrom and Sabine. Malkom and Carrow's book is a page-turner you won't be able to put down!

The only thing I remembered about Carrow from the other books was that she gets arrested a lot, so although I was dying to read this book I had no expectations. Well, those non-existent expectations were met and exceeded!

Carrow is a witch who's power comes from feeding off of other's joy and revelry, unable to conjure any within herself. That's a good premise. Then Carrow get's sent to Hell to enchant the most miserable person ever born. That's a great premise.

Cole has a nack for writing incredibly dangerous leading men with a lot of emotional problems. She also seems to have no fear of doing everything 100% with a fantastic disregard for who it might turn off. She writes Malkom as not only a virgin (heterosexually so) which is taboo in this genre, but she makes him a victim of sex trafficking, which is the albino bigfoot in this genre.

My hat is off to her. I love her. No one writes better character driven stories than her.

This is the first in the series I've read by Kresley Cole. I loved it so much I read it twice. The character development has enough depth to make the story fascinating and the betrayal, forgiveness and love swirling around them adds the spice to the main dish. I thoroughly enjoyed how Malkom Slaine developed after centuries of being alone burdened by his rage and shame. That he "listened" to his fated mate was delicious as he yearned to please and protect Carrow Graie. Carrow proved to be a warrior in her own right as well as resourceful, intelligent, and determined.

Kresley Cole is one of my favorite authors. I usually can only do the romance genre if it's paranormal, but I love even her Deceive/Desire/Dare trilogy. My absolutely favorite book has to be Mariketa's as well as Sabine... Sabine was so bad a** who wouldn't love her? In the last book Carrow was taken by an unknown force. We then find out it's not just Carrow but a lot of other Immortals. Worse they are the more powerful ones at that. Carrow is stuck in a cell next to Sabine's sister Lanthe, both wearing collars around their necks that kill their powers. Regin is also in the compound along with a werewolf and Lothaire (just how did they get Lothaire in there to begin with?) Everyday someone (mostly Regin for an unknown reason) is tortured. Then comes Carrow's turn. They offer her freedom though if she aides in the capture of a Venom, there are only four in existence, and this one is powerful. When she refuses they drag in Ruby (cousin and seven year old) and threaten her life. Ruby's mother Amanda died fighting off the humans who captured her, and Carrow is the closest relative and now her mother and guardian.

Wow, party girl Carrow definitely has a back story and a lot of depth. I should have guessed with Mari as her best friend. As the story progresses we meet and learn to love Malkom. Wow and what a character he is. I have to say he reminds me of Conrad mixed with Lachlain (right after he escapes) all instincts and blood lust. He is amazing though and I couldn't believe he would be fated to be with Carrow. Only problem now is that Carrow has to betray him to save Ruby. And if the humans who captured them lied about the freedom? She can't think about that, she must operate under the assumption that they were telling the truth.

I haven't read a Kresley Cole novel I didn't love. I thought Cole couldn't get more complex or intricate yet she astounds again. When Malkom kept offering Carrow severed heads, like a bouquet of roses, I was cracking up. I loved Malkom's thought process as well. Though he was a man (sort of) everything to him was instinctual, show your woman you can protect her, hey look Carrow I'm fighting off these ghouls for you! It was unique. Malkom is so strong too, and I mean that like, he could kick Bowen, Lochlain and Rydstrom's butts, though perhaps not all at once. This was an amazing book (yes yes gushing again) but still one burning question remains unanswered......... who is Nucking Futs Nix's fated one?

Loved this book to the core. Maclaine is amazing as a true demon/vampire and carrow's characterization is beyond expectation.
The little Ruby has added to this book the much needed family love and tenderness. I couldn't put down this book. The ending was truly magnificent it had the punch in the right direction. All the powerful Lore characters from all the books coming under one roof to take down the Order, simply brilliant. Loved every aspect of Maclaine, and Carrow's ferocity. My favorite by far.
Great job KC.

Carrow Graie along with other creatures of the Lore have been abducted and are now being held prisoner by a truly vile captor. In order to save herself and someone she loves, Carrow will need to venture to another realm and bring back the terrifying beast that lurks in the mountains. Malkom Slaine is half demon, half vampire and has known nothing but pain and betrayal. He has lived centuries isolated in the mountains in the Demon Plain of Oblivion. He is ruthless to all those who dare to enter his territory until the day a green eyed beauty appears. Their attraction burns with each moment they spend together and it starts to turn into more than pure lust but will it be enough tame the beast within Malkom and survive Carrow's impending betrayal?

Carrow is a lot like most of the female characters in the Immortals After Dark series. She is beautiful, immortal, courageous, a bit arrogant and powerful in her own right. She fights hard and parties harder and will not apologize to anyone about it. After being captured by a group that calls themselves The Order, her priorities face a major shake up when she finds herself the guardian of a very spunky child. Ruby means a lot to Carrow and she will do anything to protect her, including going to a demon realm and bringing back a real life monster. I really liked how quickly Carrow stood up and grabbed a hold of her responsibilities. She loves and will protect Ruby with her life and I liked seeing that nurturing side of her. She does this while still keeping her attitude I've come to enjoy. Once on her mission Carrow comes face to face with Malkom and is terrified. He is a huge male who is able to take down his opponents with ease. She is rightfully afraid of him at first but the more time she spends with him the more she sees he is not the monster he himself tries convince her he is.

Malkom is a fierce character who I fell for right away. He is the son of a whore and was later sold to a vampire as a blood slave. He has survived in solitude hundreds of years and when we meet him he is down right vicious. He isn't aware of his strength at first and accidentally harms Carrow. But as the story goes on he learns to be a bit more gentle with her. She is his mate and he instinctively feels the possessiveness that comes with finding his destined female. He also feels the desire to bed her which Carrow isn't to keen right away. As she teaches him more civil mannerisms and Carrow really falls for him, she feels the guilt of her upcoming betrayal. As I was reading I was dreading to read what would happen to Malkom once he found out why she came for him. As expected, it was emotional and I almost hated Carrow for something she really had no choice over. I can't say I'd make a different choice. Their struggle to get back where they once emotionally were was a pleasure and heartache to read. Kresley Cole has an uncanny ability of toying with her readers emotions but you will always come back for more.

Demon From The Dark is another excellent chapter in the Immortals After Dark series. We get to see familiar characters from books past like the powerful witch Mariketa and her very sexy Lykae husband Bowen and new characters such as the 7 year old firecracker that is Ruby and the mysterious and deadly organization known as The Order. The Order is operated by mortals and who's mission is to capture different immortal creatures and torture them to find out how they tick and find a way to get rid of them all. I think Demon From The Dark will WOW all the fans of IAD and will leave you impatiently waiting for the next installment.

This book for me would have been a four star except the plot was just too good (Carrow's personality isn't all that great). Carrow being an outrageous flirt gets caught up in a situation that puts her in the hands of the 'beast' and eventually she finds her happiness in him. Overall, the story has an amazing plot that had me continually turning the page until the book was done! IAD keeps getting better and better and I cannot wait until the next book!

Immortals After Dark series was a tough sell for me in the beginning. When I picked up A Hunger Like No Other (Book 1) I have to admit I wasn't immediately enthralled. I was dropped right into the world of The Lore and there was a lot going on. It was confusing at first. Also the H seemed too brutal. He was almost cruel and it was a little off-putting, but I stuck with the series and thank god that I did. After a while, the story line clicked and everything began to make sense... Then I couldn't put the books down.

Now I'm not ashamed to admit that I'm hopelessly addicted to all of them. But if I had to choose a favorite, it would probably be Demon From The Dark. I think I saw one of the other reviewers compare it to Beauty and The Beast. I wholeheartedly agree, but the Beast in this story is almost hopelessly tortured and lost (my favorite kind of hero). Everything seems almost too dire for a happy ending so be ready for an emotional roller coaster, but if you love those like I do then you won't be disappointed. Don't worry though, HEA is in there too!

I LOVE the IAD and highly recommend it. I have read every book Kresley has written, I think it's official, she is my favorite author and I would never say that lightly, I love to read. Way to go Kresley : )

Not my favourite from Kresley Cole, I skipped large parts of it in order to get it finished so I could get on to other books in my pile that were drawing my attention more. I wasn't a fan of the whole "I'm a brutal, nonvocal except for grunts, he-man demon type, who throws the girl over his shoulder and lopes off into a cave" character that Malkolm had.

Demon from the Dark (Immortals After Dark Series, Book 8) by Kresley Cole
Paranormal Romance- Aug 24, 2010
4 ½ stars

In her latest IAD Kresley Cole finally reveals where and why members of the Lore have been taken! And we find out more about missing Regin the Radiant. (I can't wait for her book!) We are also treated to a new type of demon one who has been changed against his will and been so traumatized and tortured that this reader cannot help but want him to find his fated mate.

Malkom is a bad tempered and miserable hero who trusts no one. Why? Because his only and best friend betrayed him. His mother sold him to an abusive vampire who used him for sex and blood. And now the demons he saved all want to kill him! Bitter, a little. Untrusting, a lot! Alone and living in Oblivion, a hellish plane with little resources his life is pure torture but he refuses to give up. But poor Malkom doesn't know what is coming at him next!

Carrow is one of the most beautiful witches in her coven but her powers are held in check by a collar and she is imprisoned against her will. When she is `asked' by her captors to find and lure the powerful demon/vampire Malkom into a trap she refuses. But when Ruby, a young witch that she cares for is taken hostage Carrow knows she must obey their orders or Ruby will be killed.

Carrow courageously enters Oblivion but when she finds Malkom she runs away in terror! He is huge and dirty. But his body is delicious... And Carrow knows if she doesn't capture him Ruby's life will be forfeit. As Carrow works to gain Malkom's trust she also comes to care deeply for the man hidden beneath all the grime. A man who has been so abused and mistreated. In his loneliness she sees her own. Although her background is wealthy, Carrow never had her parents love and she knows how it feels to be unwanted. But can she betray a man who has become more to her that she ever realized?

This story reminded me of Beauty and the Beast. It definitely was not one of the author's more lighthearted reads. The relationship between Malkom and Carrow is slow in the beginning since they both must learn to trust each other. I really felt for Malkom and admired his courage and ability to try to trust again after so many disappointments and betrayals. I found Carrow an interesting character and it did take me a while to warm up to her because I really wanted Malkom to have a mate who would be worthy of him and I didn't want her to betray him.

As with all of Kresley Cole's stories this was a moving story and I did find myself falling in love with Malkom. He really is an admirable character. Despite all of the injustices he has endured his caring nature shines through. I just really wanted for him to be happy.

But what I found myself enjoying the most were actually the secondary characters! The author alludes to Regin the Radiant and her capture and I wanted more details! Plus there is also a very intriguing story about a Sorceri named Lanthe and a fierce winged demon Vrekener who she has injured. And is he mad! If anything this book whet my appetite for her upcoming books which I hope will feature either Regin or Lanthe.

This book will have you anticpating the next IAD, please Kresley Cole, make it soon!!

Reviewed by Steph from the Bookaholics Romance Book Club

This was a really cute story about Valkyrie Carrow and dempire (I like this description better than vemon) Malkom. I love Malkom because he's so cute and innocent and naïve. I also loved the end and how it basically starts the Assention.

This story was very dark and hard to read. What I did not like about this book was that the hero Malkom was sexually and physically abused by another man, who was his master. The author went on to describe some situations in where sexual abuse happens to the hero. Then for instance the hero said he had acted like he liked being his master's #1 slut and how the master shared him with his other friends. Those parts are too hard to read about in a story and specially in a romance novel. Then sometimes the heroine is plain mean to him. What I did like was that the hero is kind to the heroine's adopted kid. The story could have been better in my opinion if the author had not flashed out who bused him or have the hero be sexually abused and just have it leave that he was a blood slave. The hero's story could still have been dark, but not so dark to the point where a story is unreadable. But, the story was still good. I just hope the author stops writing very dark romance novels like this one and the newly released novel Dreams of a Dark Warrior.

This book was fantastic, possibly my favorite. Yes, it had Cole's usual blend of action, romance, hot sex and great characters. But what really made this book stand out from the others was the hero, Malkom Slaine. He had all the appealing traits of the perfect hero: horrible childhood/tortured past, good heart, noble character and motivation to rise despite his abuse. Of course, lets not forget smokin hot.

I have a special love of the tortured hero. This book was similar to my other favs in that category: Lover Awakened (Zsadist) by JR Ward; Dance With The Devil (Zarek) by Sherilyn Kenyon. This book is a must read for paranormal romance fans!!!

I don't believe that Malcolm and Carrow were the strongest couple and I did hesitate before purchasing this book. But the cliffhanger ending at the end of her previous book compelled me to buy Book 8. I was hoping that the focus of this book would be on Regin, and I was disappointed that Cole focused on such a minor character--the entire content of Carrow's interactions and references to Carrow throughout the complete series would make up less than a paragraph. The use of a vemon as a hero was compelling. In fact, that demon dimension was a great setting, similar to Sabine's story. I keep thinking how will this all end when Furie shows up and some of her Valkerie sisters are hooking up with vampires and vampire hybrids.
Many other reviewers have already pointed out the simplicity (and redundancy) of the "Me Tarzan, You Jane" dialogue which ran throughout 3/4 of the book. The reason why I rate this book as 4 stars is mainly from the appeal of learning about the secondary characters. The Lorean prison which contains a handful of mythical creatures that Cole has alluded to throughout the series held the greatest appeal for me. Cole has the capacity to write straight Fantasy and I would love to see her venture into this field. Cole continues to delight with her heroines' witty catchphrases, determination, and overall tendency to kick ass.

The story of Malkom and Carrow is one of my favorites. The demon and a witch - opposites do attract. Malkom is in such a dark place both physically and figuratively when Carrow finds him, it doesn't seem possible for him show emotions such as love and tenderness. I adored the innocence Malkom possessed and his need to be accepted by Carrow. Malkom is my favorite character thus far.

I didn't think I would like this book at all. Mainly because I wanted to read about Reign the Radiant and not some other unmentioned character. But I was wrong and it was good. I liked the strong characters in this book and how no one seemed weak and confused. I also liked the addition of the little girl in the story. All around a good book.

I absolutely devoured every book in the Immortals After Dark series...twice. I'm addicted to the writing style, the humor, the plots, the everything. Without a doubt, I love this writer. This current story, (Book 8 in the IAD) is about the vampire/demon Malkom Slaine and the always bad girl Carrow the witch. There were scenes with recurring characters from the other books, which I like, and you can't help but fall for Cole's men. Now that includes Malkom...sigh. The only complaint I have: Waiting for the next book. Brilliant series.

I absolutely Love Nix! I want more specialized T-shirts made up just for Nix...Ms. Cole if you read these comments here at the store please please make some really cool T-shirts about Nix. Ok, now that thats out of the way, I guess its obvious that I LOVE THE IAD SERIES. Keep Em Coming! I wonder will Nix ever have her own story?

One of my favorites in the series! Malcom is such a likable character and you really feel his struggles throughout the story. I never liked Carrow (or any of the Valkyries and Witches to be honest...), but together they just work.

I had the release date marked on my calendar! Kresley Cole is my favorite author, and I have gotten all my friends hooked on this series. That said, I would like to say that this is not the best book of the series...for one thing, it is set in another dimension, not our beloved New Orleans. I have to say though, that I count Malkom as one of my favorite heroes. I can't wait to get stories on Uilliam and his brother, and Lanthe too. My favorite in this series are still Sebastian's story and
the story of the werewolf king.

Kresley Cole's series of Immortals After Dark is #2 on my auto buy list. I loved every one of the books in this series so far. None of the books leave holes and you just have to wait for the next book to find out what happens next. I love how she mixes up the characters and their destined mates to be. After all it would be boring if everyone just kept it in the same species. Can't wait for Dreams of a Dark Warrior, looking forward to future books.

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It was a pretty good book. Shes done better but it holds up in the series even though it felt like most of the book was a setup for Regins (Which was A.W.E.S.O.M.E) and Lothaires (cant wait!!). I probably would have given it five stars if it wasnt for the psuedo rape action that happened. It wasnt full on, but damn close. Holding her down on the ground (while her wrist is broken) and grinding up on her is kiiiiiind of tacky, right? So dont hold the four stars against me... I did enjoy the rest of the rapeless book.

Demon from the Dark was a bit slow in the beginning for me. I did enjoy the second half of the book due to the fact that there seems to be some build up to a war that is steadily on the horizon for the immortals. Malkom was a very dark character; however, his background does give the character a lot more depth than past immortals after dark heroes. This was a far more dark and ominous installment of the series, but it does seem that the forthcoming books will certainly be interesting. Can't wait till the next book.

I've read this book more times than I've read any other. Yep. I absolutely love it. Kresley Cole is an amazing writer. I've read all of her books from this series. I've enjoyed all of them, but this one supersedes all the others. A Hunger Like No Other is my second favorite.

Malkom and Carrow. I love this book so much. I love the base raw monster who reveals a tender soul. The drama is ripping. It's exciting and super sexy. The Immortals After Dark series is so fabulous. This is my one of my favorites.

I wasn't sure how I was going to like this installment of the IAD series. Just like so many of her other books. I loved it, parts of this book made me sad for the hero I almost cried for him. You should pick it up it's another great read.

I started reading this series after reading the Stookie Stackhouse Books and Mercy Thompson Books. I enjoyed this series but it is very detailed in the steamy love scenes so if that is not something you would enjoy, this may not be the series for you. I would compare it to Gena Showalter's Lords of the Underworld Series. It is great paranormal romance with demons, vampires, etc.

I particularly liked this demon story better than the other two. My favorite books in the series involve the Lykae Clan.

Kresley Cole is the (wo)man!! This book had everything I love about romance books. The tortured hero, a funny heroine who mends his damaged heart...sigh. The scenes where Malkom and Carrow are trying to communicate are hilarious. I love when romance books have a bit of humor in them. It makes the characters seem more real and likable. Her love scenes,as usual, are smokin' hot. I wanted a Malkom of my own.
If you have not read any of Kresley Cole's books I highly recommend you run, not walk, to your nearest book store and snatch them all up.

While the ending wrapped up a little too quickly for me, I liked this book on the whole - reading it in just little over a day. If you like the series or Dark Lover (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 1), then you'll love this.

I fell in love with this series since book one. I love how she always writes such intersting stories. Not just the main characters, but the secondary characters as well. Start with her first book, and then read them all. you will fall in love as well.

There are plenty of lengthy recap reviews, I'm simply adding my five stars to the ranks. I admit I gave up on this series after the first three books. Then I skipped a few in between (which I never do) and read the last three. All were amazing, particularly Demon from the Dark. Twisting plot, fast paced... just a non stop steamy plot. Loved it!

Cole is simply wonderful. As always, I loved this latest edition. The hero in this story is definitely one of my favorites! I had a little harder time finding many endering qualities in the heroine though. I thought the beginning & end were great, but felt a good deal of the story was a bit stressful knowing how things were most likely going to pan out between the two of them. All in all though, I did enjoy it.

Malkolm's absolutely tragic background pulled on my heartstrings throughout this book. He'll definitely be a hero I will remember for some time. I just love Kresley Cole's characters so much. They are all unique and bring something new to the story line and there is always a surprise in each of her books. You can't help but be enthralled. It is certainly a feat to be this far into a single series and still have the ability to develop unique characters and maintain the quality of the story as she does. Kresley, you amaze me.

I am very picky about my romance novels. I have read many, and I have to say that this entire series is my favorite. She has managaed to write NINE amazing stories for this line, and this one did not disappoint at all. The pace is perfect and the characters go well together, there is humor as well as a good story line, and, of course, some steamy romance scenes.

I couldn't put this book down. I never read a book twice, but this one got me hooked, so I made an exception. I just love the hero, Malkom Slaine. He's so adorable and really cherished Carrow, his female.

I highly recommend Demon from the Dark. It's a great read - the best book Kresley Cole has written. I wish it were longer.

Absolutely loved Malkom how he walked into this with no expectations, have written off the fact that good things don't happen to him he doomed to live the life he lived....but then walked in his salvation in the form of Carrow...

Stunning novel!

~From a Kresley Cole fan~

I love Kresley Cole's IAD series. I have loved it from the first book, but it seems like each book just keeps getting better. This book was no exception. She does a fantastic job helping us get to know the characters, and the plot is great. Carrow is definitely my favorite witch and she cracks me up continually. I laughed out loud at several points in this book.

Kresley Cole is becoming one of my favorite authors. Demon from the Dark will be one of my favorites by Kresley Cole. All of the characters she used in this book ,that were captured by the Order, can become stories for future Immortals After Dark Series. Great read!

I enjoy Kresley's writing!!! I have all of her books - but this one was so raw and heart wrenching!! I couldnt put it down! Her writing has some humor the storyline is enthralling - YOU MUST read this book!!

Does anyone else realize that if you replace the word "Demon" with "Caveman" in this story you have a better book? Throwing in a little blood and biting, and fear of the sun, does not make it part of the vampire genre.
The entire time Malkom and Carrow are in the cave, I kept picturing him as a slumped-over beast with a large club in his hand. There was nothing sexy about him! Five chapters were devoted to teaching him how to take a shower and then FINALLY having sex in the shower. Five chapters??
Besides the author telling us Malkom was a vampire/demon, nothing in the story seemed to back it up. Once again, just your normal, everyday Caveman...till the very end when he finally does something amazing. Took the entire book to get to that point.
I'm also disappointed with the back cover of the book. The story's description does not accurately describe the book I muddled through. Carrow hiding her sorrows, living for the next party or prank? The only sorrow she had was her relationship with her parents. That's it! Nothing else!
Unless you are into Cavemen, save your money and pass on this book.

I have been a huge fan of Kresley Cole since the first book of her's I have read. I love the universe of the Immortals After Dark series and if a genie could put me into any book for a day I would totally be partying with the Valkyries. So I almost took it personally when I saw a huge drop in quality with this book. One of the things I've loved about the series is the integration of bad-ass immortals into modern life and this book takes place almost entirely outside of our universe. The direction of the series seems to take a sudden and unexpected turn, making a group of faceless, mindless, and needlessly evil group of humans the bad guys. This group has somehow managed to capture and rend helpless a huge number of these supposedly bad-ass immortals. That's right, thousands of years of fighting other immortals hasn't taken down them down but a group of army reserve drop outs with a magical necklace makes them powerless. Our heroine spends most of the book making bad decision after bad decision but that's ok because thanks to one deus ex machina plot device after another it all works out. I can't really say more without getting into spoiler territory but if you are not already hooked on this series do yourself a favor and skip this one. If all you need to be happy with a paranormal romance is a hulking guy with magical abilities and a broken inner child who is made whole by a sassy heroine with heart of gold then this will probably not be a problem for you. But for me it it was such a come down in quality that I can't help but feel much more disappointed than I would be if it were from an author I liked less.

I've loved almost all of Kresley Cole's Immortals After Dark series (except Kiss of a Demon King -- Sabine and Rhydstrom were sooo annoying), so I was really looking foward to the new one, and I ran out to buy it the day it was released.

It's not bad. It's not great. It's another entry into the series, and I love Cole's writing, so I'm not sorry that I bought it immediately, but it didn't really work on all the levels that she usually does. Carrow is a fantastic heroine -- she's funny, sassy, self-aware, and knows when to stand up for herself. Malkom is very tortured -- aaand that's mostly it. It's nice when they fall in love, it's nice to see him happy, but I wasn't as invested in Malkom like I was in previous male leads like Sebastian Wroth or Bowen or a bunch of the others.

A lot of the set-up in this book bugged the crap out of me. Humans have been mostly overlooked in this series -- now suddenly they run a super-secret unknowable island and all of the immortals are rendered powerless by magic collars (a bit X-Men). And they're trying to figure out how all the races tick, but none of the many races who have people stolen (all of them) seem to be doing that much to find them... eh, it didn't really work. Also, I just found it really obnoxious that for over half the book, Carrow couldn't work magic. One of the things I really *like* about this series is that the female characters are literally kicking ass all over the page. I didn't like that there was such a manufactured plot device to keep Carrow overly dependent on Malkom.

Also, Carrow and Malkom spend the first half of the book being unable to communicate because they don't have a common language. The Tarzan-Jane interactions got really old really fast -- and language barriers do not add anything positive to sex scenes, because that's a place where full communication is *really* important, particularly with this pair. And when I say Tarzan-Jane I am really serious -- I think Cole sat through a movie marathon right before she wrote this. There is much mayhem when Carrow introduces Malkom to the wonders of bathing, haircuts, and toothbrushing. (I was going to write "oral hygiene" there, but while she *does* introduce Malkom to that as well, it's a different kind of scene)

Sex-wise, Malkom is a pretty high-strung and frought kind of guy, so everything in bed is pretty high-strung and frought. There's less sense of playfulness that there was in Holly or Mariketa's books. Sex in this book is sexy, but even for romance books there is a *lot* of miscommunication and misunderstanding.

In terms of overall arc, the book is ratcheting up the Ascension, and paving a lot of ground for Regin's book (which I am *so* looking forward to) and Sabine's sister's book (which I am really *not* looking forward to, because I find the sorceresses duller than dull).

I loved Demon from the Dark. I think I will go as far to say, its now my favorite of all IAD series. It will be torture to have to wait until Feb 15 2011 for the next one. EXCELLENT JOB AS USUAL MS. COLE!!!!

Its hard for me to rank Kresley's books because they are all so wonderful, but of course I have my favorites, and Demon from the Dark is now in serious contention with No Rest for the Wicked and Wicked Deeds on a Winters Night for #1.

Loved how it built up the Ascension. Was worried about Carrow as a heroine, LOVED her! Was a little worried at the beginning about a new hero in Malkolm, once we got past the severed head phase, LOVED him!

Well done Kresley, you are amazing.

I love Kresley Cole and marked the release date for this book on my calendar. I not-so-patiently counted off the days and was extremely let down by this book (which is painful to say because I was so looking forward to Carrow's story). The portal to hell really threw me and the entire book was just depressing with almost no moments of humor at all. The characters fell flat particularly after getting to know Sabine (a personal fav), Mariketa and Cadeon. Although I remain a faithful and devoted reader and will hurry to buy her next book, Kresley missed the boat on this one.

I loved this book...Malkom is so hot..i wish my husband was a vemon after reading this.:)lol. The sex scenes werent kresley coles best..but they were still hot. A great read for anyone that loves demons,vampires,and any type of immortal and sex!!!

Another reviewer wrote that they didn't like the demon stories. I have to agree. I haven't finished a single one of them. I love the ones about the vamps and the Lykae, but the demons leave me cold. I don't know why, maybe the demons feel too much like animals to me? This one is no different. In fact, it's the worst one yet. Malkom, with his inability to control himself, is not sexy. It's not sexy to be physically hurt by someone no matter how sorry they are afterwards. And the idea that he hurts her, then she uses the power she's leeched from him while he was hurting her to heal herself? That just seemed sick. But that isn't even the main problem. The main problem was having to slog through 140 pages in the first half of the book where the two lead characters interact solely with one another in a cave they never leave. It was beyond tedious. 140 pages where no real action occurred that wasn't sexual in nature grew tiresome very quickly. I didn't finish this book, maybe it gets better, I don't know, although many reviewers here suggest the second half has plenty of problems as well. I gave it 212 pages and it left me very sorry I'd wasted my time. I read this one from my local library. You may wish to do the same. I almost bought this one based on all the 4 and 5 star reviews, now I'm very glad I did not.

Kresley cole does it again! Great plot one of my favorites in the series. She is by far the best PNR author. The only thing I don't like is I have to wait for the next book. If you have not read one Kresley's books you are missing out.

I love Kresley Cole, have love, love, loved her from the start. This is a great series (immortals after dark) but this is book is like demons for dummies. I am very upset. Wake up Kresley and write again. I mean really portals to hell, and a gigantic tortured demon who sucks her blood and they do not even speak the same language. Its not even sexy, its stupid. I have loved every other book, but wow. Not putting my money out there until she actually wakes up and starts writing substance again. It is RIDICULOUS. It makes me feel like a fool for spending money on it. I know K.Cole can do so much better, I have read it~!

I have read all of Kresley Coles' books and this one is so disappointing that I didn't even finish it. Carrow and Malkom don't even speak the same language. Not one of her books has been as good as A Hunger Like No Other. In fact, I think I'll re-read that one. Was looking forward to her next one, but I can't stand Regin.