Lover Avenged: A Novel of The Black Dagger Brotherhood

by J. R. Ward
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Publish Date: April 27, 2009
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Overview

The brothers are back--the latest installment in J. R. Ward's sizzling #1New York Times bestselling series.

J. R. Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood novels have introduced readers to a "different, creative, dark, violent, and flat-out amazing" (All About Romance)world. Now, as the vampire warriors defend their race against their slayers, one male's loyalty to the Brotherhood will be tested--and his dangerous mixed blood revealed...

Rehvenge has always kept his distance from the Brotherhood--even though his sister is married to a member, for he harbors a deadly secret that could make him a huge liability in their war against the lessers. As plots within and outside of the Brotherhood threaten to reveal the truth about Rehvenge, he turns to the only source of light in his darkening world, Ehlena, a vampire untouched by the corruption that has its hold on him--and the only thing standing between him and eternal destruction.

Author Information

J. R. Ward

J. R. Ward lives in the South with her incredibly supportive husband and her beloved golden retriever. After graduating from law school, she began working in health care in Boston and spent many years as chief of staff for one of the premier academic medical centers in the nation.

Editorial Reviews

Ward powers into hardcover with the tangled seventh title in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series, picking up four months after the end of 2008's Lover Enshrined. Rehvenge, a "symphath" vampire who gets energy from manipulating others' emotions, is recruited by a group who want to displace vampire king Wrath, a gruff, determined vigilante. Rehvenge is also falling hard for vampire nurse Ehlena, who disdains his affections and focuses on caring for her ailing father. Ward easily juggles numerous personal and political plot lines, keeping the tension revved high while moving forward with subplots that have lingered for several books and will please longtime fans seeking resolution. New readers may be a little lost despite a helpful glossary, but the fast pace and cliffhanger ending will have fans wishing they could start the next book right away. (May)

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Posted January 13, 2012 by , Bolingbrook, IL
2.My Favorite in the Series of Amazing Books..

Posted August 07, 2011 by RaeNic, LA

Every novel in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series is absolutely amazing and I love them all. This particular one holds a special place in my heart though. I don't know maybe it's because I have a soft spot for the bad, corrupt, and seemingly uncaring types who are just misunderstood (reminds me of Zadist, another favorite). Rehv is definitely that kind of vamp/sympath. His relationship with Ehlena is everything I hoped for him. I love finally knowing what his story is when in the other novels he was a background character who would occasionally sneak out from behind the shadows. He's bad ***!! This novel is great and if you like the others in the Black Dagger Brotherhood you'll definitely enjoy this one.
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6.The Best one so far!!!!

Posted January 17, 2010 by Lindsey, Spring Hill, FL

This was my favorite book in this series so far!!! Cant wait for the next one!!!
7.The Brotherhood rocks!

Posted May 16, 2009 by Michelle, White Lake, MI

I love the whole series and this book is no exception... I couldn't put it down! I was so upset when I finished reading it because I didn't want it to end....can't wait for the next one!!
8.A definite plus to the series.

Posted May 09, 2009 by ET, Garland

Rehvenge's story is one of the best in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series. You get a full meaty plot line and story and you feel well satisfied after reading this one. The only situation I questioned was that Elhena never fed from any male nor did the author ever address this dilema in the entire story. I think this should have been mentioned when Rehvenge fed from her though she never fed from him. Very puzzling. All in all this book is well worth reading.
9.Excellent Read

Posted May 09, 2009 by Loganvan, Stroudsburg, PA

Another great addition to the series. If you are considering reading this series believe me when I say it only gets better over the course of all the books! This latest release leaves me wanting the next book in the series to come quick!
10.Great new chapter for the Brotherhood!!

Posted April 30, 2009 by Dana, San Antonio

If you enjoy reading about the Brotherhood then you won't want to miss the latest installment. J.R.Ward once again delivers a great storyline and keeps fans of the Brotherhood begging for more.