Dark Bastard is the fifth book in the Dark Sparrow series by India Kells. I have read this series from the first book to this book, each one better than the one before it. The storyline deals with a dark subject. The characters are fully developed and complicated. One thing I love about India Kells is her attention to detail. She paints a vivid picture with her details. This book talks about the darkest secret of human emotions. Sam is struggling and has resolved what he feels he must do. He feels his mission is over on New Year’s Eve. He reached out to his brother, or so he thought it was going to be his brother. He, in fact, found someone else that he wants to help. He needs to deal with some darkness to be able to help Ellie. Will he be able to save Ellie and himself from the darkness? I highly recommend this book and the other book in this series.
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This book was awesome. It was a Romantic, Suspense book fulled tension and edge of my seat awesomness! It is the 5th book in the series and it honestly keeps getting better and better. I didn’t want to put this one down and I was sad when it was over. I cannot wait to get my hands on more by this author and I would definitely recommend to anyone that likes a good romantic Suspense book. Happy Reading.
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This was an amazing book. The characters had me feeling all kinds of things. I even cried. So many twists and turns, I was on the edge of my seat. The intensity is palpable between Zoe and Archer. Zoe comes to work for Archer as a dark sparrow to keep an eye on him. Danger is close as he tries to close a deal to sell his Oil and gas refineries. Finch is always in the background in this novel as well. Pulling strings and trying to bring down a bastard son of his. If you loved book one you will fall in love with this book as well. Be prepared to not want to put this book down though. I pulled a very late night. Onto book 3 as I can not get enough of this fabulous author and series.
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Dark Bastard is book five in the Dark Sparrow series by the enigmatic author, India Kells. There is nothing better than a troubled soul that finds the light. It appeals to my dark and twisted side. There is always an abundance of excitement and adrenalin inducing action. I love the evolving of each character. The author can spin a tale so the reader can almost feel like an extension of the book. I become one with the characters and there hurt is my hurt. Their triumphs are mine. Their tragedies break my heart. Sam needs to save Evie, while battling his own demons. Their charisma was spine tingling and the feeling between them was everything. Emotions were always high and anything could happen at the next turn of the page. A reader needs to brace. For anything. For everything. This author provides all. Everything a reader could ever possibly want or need in a romance. Its all there. Nothing is spared. An that makes this series, these characters, and this author, unforgettable. Losing a piece of my heart to each and every character is magical. 5 stars.
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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells
4 out of 5
Once again India Kells takes you on a heart-pounding ride with these bastard brothers. The action and steam could light-up a small town. I was hooked from the first page and held on with both hands until the last. I can’t wait until the final chapter in this series!
Sam Sarkhan had his tribe until he was ripped away from everything he knew and loved by Jamieson Finch, the man that fathered him. Sam escaped him, once. Sam had found another family in the men that all carried the same paternal lineage, but none of the scars. Sam’s couldn’t battle the demons anymore. On New Year’s Eve, Sam decided he had fought long enough. Sam calls his oldest brother to say goodbye, but gets a woman’s voice instead.
Ellie McLaren answered Sam’s call. She had been on the verge of making the same decision that led Sam to place the call. After hearing Sam’s voice, Ellie decided that she still had things for which she wanted to live. Sam hoped to find a way to make things better for Ellie but instead dragged her into his world and his fight with Finch. Now keeping Ellie safe is all that matters to Sam, even when that means walking back into his nightmare. Can Sam escape Finch a second time? Will Ellie’s need to save Sam be enough to actually do it? Will Finch finally find the justice he deserves?
The story will have you hanging on the end of your chair to find the answers to those questions and so much more. Another amazing chapter in this series!
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Dark Bastard is an amazing read, being the fifth installment to Ms. Kells Dark Sparrow series, Dark Bastard definitely did not disappoint. Having read her first four in this series I was eagerly awaiting book five to arrive on my kindle and was beyond excited when it did. This romantic suspense is filled with everything that a reader could hope for including drama, danger, action, chemistry, complex characters and more. Ms. Kells once again delivers us a story that keeps us on the edge of our seats and wanting more. So if your looking for a great romantic suspense series then I recommend this whole series but if you want to start with just one then I highly recommend Dark Bastard by Ms. India Kells.
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This left me shattered. Completely shattered. I love how India Kells walks me through a beautiful story every single time filled with a beautiful relationship and so much emotion. This book – wow. Couldn’t put it down. If you are looking for a guaranteed page turner, filled with suspense and raw emotion, this book is a MUST read. Now!!
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Dark Bastard is a Dark Sparrow Novel by India Kells. India is one of those authors that is a must grab her book as soon as it appears. It is a fantastic series and Dark Bastard is another wonderful book in this series. You have to read the books in order, so you get the full background and understanding of just who these alpha men are. Trust me you will fall in love with them. India’s stories are compelling and enthralling due to her carefully woven threads that are full of fear, frustration, and angst which is palpable. Dark Bastard is another action packed read with you on the edge of the seat whilst we journey along with the men that India puts through their paces and we right along with them.
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Dark Bastard by India Kells is a novel in the Dark Sparrow series. This is a series that just keeps getting better with every new novel released. I loved how Sam and Ellie were first introduced to each other. It was so unconventional but completely captivating. I have read quite a few books by this author and I am never disappointed in her work. This book was fast paced and action packed. The author grabs your attention the moment you start reading and just does not let go. This is yet another fantastic addition to this series that I thoroughly enjoyed. I cannot wait for whatever is to come next.
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I am lost and feel worthless ready to meet my maker but one wrong call changes my life forever, but can we survive long enough for her to piece me back together.
Sam is lost within a world of evil and sacrifice, now that he is within his brother’s love he feels worthless. With their father still on the loose and knowing what pure evil he is Sam is feeling that the best for him is to leave this world and fine peace with his mother as an angel, but as he makes his last phone call to his brother he dials the wrong number changing his life, attitude and will to live to protect this lost soul.
Ellie is broken, her work although rewarding is deeply hurtful also, being the last call for someone who is in need and sometimes not being able to get there is becoming more and more stressful for her, but on New Year’s Eve she receives a random phone call which changed her life and she now can’t let he creep back into the evil world, they need to find a way to play his father at his own game and crush him once and for all.
OMG I have been waiting for this book to read and it did not disappoint, I love this series and all the brothers but Sam’s story nearly broke me. I do have to say that I would not recommend this book if you have not read the others in the series, this is definitely not a stand alone book, with that said this story is what you come to expect from India Kells full of action, twists and a well written story which has you engaged from the first word to the last.
As you only grab glimpses of Sam in the other book’s you know that there is a brilliant story lurching in his past and oh my did this story hit the right spot. Sam was always a lonely soul and getting to understand his darkness was brilliant and well written, the story draws you in and you want to grab Sam and just give him a hug. Ellie’s character is the greatest to compliment Sam, with her broken history also but the inner strength she shows when in situations is a great adventure to read.
Will they escape the evil clutches of his father or will they both be lost in the world Jamieson Finch has created you will have to read to find out, but I will say one thing you will not be disappointed. Can’t wait to read the next book in this wonderful series. Thank you India for allowing my imagination to come alive within your stories.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Dark Bastard is the fifth book in the Dark Sparrow series by India Kells. I have been eagerly waiting for this book to kit my Kindle ever since finishing book four. As I have said so many times before, Ms. Kell’s never fails to deliver an exciting read, and this story certainly delivered on that count. It is becoming harder and harder to choose a favourite from the series as Ms. Kells ups the ante each and every time. This is a fantastic romantic suspense- full of tension, action, danger, chemistry, intrigue, dramatic developments, gripping and suspenseful details, complex characters, sizzle, romance, emotion, family , hope, love, and plenty more. As with every one of Ms. Kells’ books so far, I was hooked right from the beginning, I really couldn’t put it down and was glued to the pages- completely devouring it in a couple of hours as I needed to know what happens. As expected, the story is superbly written, with a complex and multi-layered storyline that proved to be not only emotional, but also an exciting and incredibly engrossing read. This is Sam and Ellie’s story- and OMG did I feel for those two. So much. They have been through so much and I was so happy they found each other- but that’s not to say there weren’t a few anxious moments through the story. I could feel their sadness and the weight of their ‘burdens’. Sam was ready to end it all- but a misdialled number connects him with Ellie- and so the adventure begins. I love how Ms. Kells is a master of interconnected details- and how the details in this book help to build on the previous ones- building a bigger picture of the brothers and their on-going father ‘issues’. And even though this book could be read as a standalone, there is much to gain by reading the previous four books first- which really do help to build a ‘bigger picture’. Plus, the other books are superb stories in their own rights! OMG- I have already pre-ordered the next book, ‘King Bastard’- as it looks set to be amazing!!! Can. Not. Wait!!!
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A cold New Year’s eve brought two sad and lonely people together through a wrong number. Sam and Ellie are two souls that were thinking the same thing. Sam picked up on the despondency in her voice and his desire to end it was gone. He had to find Ellie. Using his brother, Lazarus, skill, he finds her and their adventure begins. His father decides to wreak havoc and cause trouble. Sam and Ellie get themselves through this and prove love overcomes all. I love how the author ties together the two characters overcoming their issues to find the relationship they should be in. Though a bit dark, it’s also heartwarming and a bit of a tearjerker. I highly recommend
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Zoe and Archer, are they who we think they are? The Dark Sparrows seem to be all full of secrets. Zoe seems to have left another life behind. Finch ends up kidnapping her. Can she and Archer work out the issues and get out of this mess? Can their love survive? This is one tough couple that I enjoyed watching get through the challenges life threw at them. They just blasted through them. Definitely a recommend.
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Izzy and Kai have a history and secrets. There is also the dastardly evilness, Finch. Being thrown together in a Dark Sparrow mission to take down Finch, Izzy and Kai have to work through hard feelings, brothers telling them how to feel, and secrets being uncovered. Kai is pretty hard headed and stubborn. Izzy is strong and has her own PR management firm. She believes she can pretty much take care of herself. These two clash as they try to figure out what they have now. A feisty pairing that just may work or won’t it? I loved the pairing. The chemistry sizzles off the page. A definite mus
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Liam, a cop shot on duty, and Catronia, a forensic financial expert, will be going through Finch’s financial records. Gab mentioned that Catronia was a sister (but not really one yet). Talk about complicated. This is a relationship full of challenges, flirting and inuendo. Toss in Finch and the brothers and it’s ripe for another fun chapter in the Dark Sparrow series. Great plot that keeps you reading for more. Well written characters that have such real personalities that jump right off the page. You should give this a try.
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The word dark is right there in the title, and it certainly fills the inside of the story. Mental health issues, trauma, emotional exhaustion.. it’s all here. The book starts heavy, with Sam coming to the unfortunate conclusion that he’s reached the end of his rope. He doesn’t see a way to keep going, and doesn’t want to be the “weak link”. By chance he calls the wrong number, and that was all the reason he needed to keep going. Even if he thought it was only temporary, to help Ellie.
Ellie was wrung dry from life, her job. Her soul was weary and dark, much like Sam’s. Them finding each other was a blessing and a curse. A curse because of Sam’s awful Father. This book was heavy, but by the ending there was light and I finished with a smile.
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This is a series that I have loved from the first book. This book is no different. This is a well written story that has characters that are hot, steamy and not only that but brought life to the story for me. The author’s use of details made the story realistic as well as connectable. This is part of the A Dark Sparrow series by this author which I would highly suggest reading all of them as they are just as awesome as this one. This is a story about life struggles and confronting them no matter how evil, dark they are. This really is an awesome story that I couldn’t put down until the last page. I highly recommend this book and this author.
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Sam Sarkhan has had enough. Enough of life, enough of struggling with his demons every day, enough of pretending that everything is okay. Even though his time as a soldier taught him not to give in until the mission is over, he decides to end it all on New Year’s Eve. A final call to his brother shows him he’s not the only one suffering when he misdials and reaches someone who seems as lost as he is.
Deciding to put off ending it all until he’s sure Ellie is going to live, Sam is left reeling when his darkest nightmare crashes back into his life. In order to save Ellie from the monster that is his father, Sam must make a deal with the devil.
With his heart on the line and his soul in tatters, Sam must decide if he’ll take an ultimate chance on love, or if his demons will drag him under for good.
India Kells is a romantic suspense and paranormal romance author from Montreal, Canada. Her idea of heaven is cozying up on her sofa during cold winter nights, reading lots and lots of books. Inside her wild imagination, she weaves stories filled with the adventures of kickass women and courageous alpha men. When India’s not writing about sexy thieves, dashing soldiers and cunning villains, she’s traveling the world to find inspiration for her next stories. Human nature is her greatest muse!
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Kells is an extremely skilled author, particularly when it comes to romantic suspense. This installment didn’t disappoint. And the narration was spot on. It took the action and emotion to a whole new level. Loved it.
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Deva is an ex MC princess and thinks she can escape her past while trying to help her brother that died. She does a great job rehabilitating the guys after the flight. She meets this Russian fighter and they have some steamy romance. Be prepared to be all hot and bothered. Aleksei pulls her back into the fighting underworld and they share a mutual background. Aleksei wants to try and save her but she is a very strong independent woman and isnt prepared for the help he is willing to offer her.
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This is the 1st book in the series. This is an audio book and is just over 9 hours listening time. This is written by India Kells and narrated by Antonio Turner. This story follows Deva and Aleksei. Deva is physical therapist and Aleksei is a cage fighter born out of Russia and has ties to Bratva. Now, after a decade, she is heading back to Chicago and is pulled back into the underground. You see, when Deva was rescued 10 years prior, she agreed to return the favor. That favor has been called in – now she must get close to Aleksei and report back what she has found out. But now she finds herself in danger once more.
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Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by India Kells
I have read several books by Ms. Kells and enjoyed every single one. This one is no different, I loved the story and the narration by Antonio Turner. He was able to give depth and something to the characters that you don’t always get when reading the book.
Aleksei and Deva clicked for me the moment they met and holy wow did they click. Those intimate moments were incredibly intense and hot.
I loved this book and look forward to listening/reading the rest of this series.
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Absolutely loved this book. The chemistry between the two main characters is on fire. Deva who escaped her life as a Mc princess is called in to pay off a debt and to her distaste it is babysitting Aleksi the sexy, bad-boy cage fighter. Both finding the last thing they thought they would find, true hardcore love and nothing will stand in the way. Cannot wait to read the next installment.
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I really enjoyed the story in this book. The way all the different threads weaved together kept me reading to the end. Lots of planning must have gone into this book and there were lots of side characters involved and they really added to the story. They were introduced at a pace so you can get to know them and I can see lots more stories to come involving them. Deva was a character I really struggled to like, and I don’t think I ever did for the entire book. She escaped the brutal MC life and knew she couldn’t safely go back. Yet she exposed herself to the MC groups when she didn’t need to, opening up a huge can of worms that could have easily stayed hidden. She also constantly put herself into dangerous situations she didn’t need to, causing unnecessary problems to the group. I also felt that she inserted herself as the MC expert, even after claiming to have been kept in the dark due to being female, and staying away for 10+ years. I was quite shocked at Deva’s first interaction with Alesei, but it did set the stage for their relationship, which was extremely fast paced from the beginning.
I enjoyed the narration voice, however some of the accents weren’t consistent, especially during conversations where he had to keep switching from British to American. I also found the audio slow, and listened at x1.5 speed, which seemed to suit me.
Reviewed by Mrs R
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Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by India Kells
4 out of 5 stars
Lost Bastard by India Kells is a thrill a minute ride into the underworld of crime, gangs, motorcycle clubs, and finding your way out. The story is crafted so deliciously that you almost forget about all the horrible stuff going on with the characters. Once inside their world, it is hard to find your way out, just like them. Amazing storytelling and so many characters to fall in love with and to drool over. Riding with Lazurus, Deva, and the crew can only get better!
Deva Landry came from a world of violence and pain. She found a way out. It wasn’t an easy choice to start over with a new life. But just all choices, it came at a price. Now 12 years later, she is being asked to repay her debt. Deva is thrown back into the world from which she escaped, but this time there is more than just her freedom on the line.
Aleksei Voronov isn’t what he appears to be. He appears to be a branded, muscled fighting machine. Aleksei has also known violence and pain but differently from Deva. When Deva and Aleksei cross paths, their pasts draw them closer together but can the past also serve to tear them apart? Can their pasts serve the joint purpose that has brought them together in the first place? Will they find the love they deserve in each other?
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When you get drawn back into the life you thought you have left behind, will she have the courage to loss everything for love.
Deva owes everything she has to one woman who she promised in return one favour, but she she receives a phone call activating “Dark Sparrow” Deva gets worried that she will be drawn into the world she left behind.
Alexsei has fought hard in life literally as he is involved within the underground MMA fighting scene, until one day with the gym he sees her from the ring. He doesn’t know why he is so attracted to this formidable woman but he needs to get closer to her. The only problem is he is dangerous and she is innocent how can he involve her within his world.
Until one night when both worlds collide and will they ever be able to pursue the love and attraction which is there for both of them.
I loved this story as the first in the series it lays some of the groundwork for the series but it is gripping from the first word written. The story is full of twists and turns with gangs and mobsters, killings, manipulation in buckets.
The secondary character provide a great arc within the story and I loved how they all interacted with each other and love the way the story weaves and finishes off brilliantly. This is not the first book I have read by this author but this maybe the best series I have read in a long-time. I recommend this book if you love Mob bosses, strong men but even stronger female heroines.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Shirleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Shirley2021-07-10 17:02:412021-07-10 19:41:49Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by India Kells – Review by Angela Shirley
Lost Bastard is the first book in the Dark Sparrows series by India Kells. I have read/ listened to most of Ms Kells books, and I think this series is going to be a favorite of mine. The suspense and action really held my attention throughout the fast paced book. Deva and Aleksei make a wonderful couple. Both are strong characters who stick together to overcome evil. As they traverse through MCs, cage fighting and the mob, they learn about each other and their families. This series is going to be amazing if this book is any indication. I hope that the secondary characters will flow through the whole series.
The narrator Antonio Turner has a great voice. This is the first book I have listened to by him. He really brought the characters to life and I’m looking forward to hearing more of his narrations.
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I am totally all in with this book! The narrator was truly fantastic in this audio as well. This book is full of twists and turns with suspense, fighting MMA, mafia and mobsters. I loved the spark between Aleksei and Deva. Having a strong female character with Deva, I enjoyed her spirit no non-sense style. Deva comes back from being away as a favor and has to get close to Aleksei whom has some dark ties. This book is just so fantastic, cannot wait to continue this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2021-07-09 11:20:532021-07-10 18:52:05Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by India Kells – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
5 Stars Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by India Kells
Holy Cow I loved listening to this book, the narrator did an outstanding job with bringing the characters to life. I could listen to him all day long. This author is one of my favorites and I never hesitate to pick up any books by her. This one kept me on the edge of my seat and at times I wanted the narrator to talk faster. Listening to this book took it to a whole new level for me. If you like books that are packed with suspense, mobs, gangs, drama and some Romance then I highly recommend reading/listening to this book. I can’t wait to listen to more of her books.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2021-07-08 04:38:472021-07-08 13:32:01Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by India Kells – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
India Kells does it again with this great audio. The story pulled me in and didn’t let me go until the very end. The Narrator was a good choice for this book, I don’t listen to male narrators very often but Antonio Turner did a great job. He has a nice voice and i lost myself in the story and his voice. The drama, suspense and romance kept me coming back and the characters made stay. I will listen to more by this author in the future and i wouldn’t mind listening to this narrator again too. Happy Listening!
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