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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Susan Ratchford

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dawnbreaker
The House Of Blood and Sun
By: Hadley Thorne
Review by : Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

Wow! I absolutely loved this book! Connor and Niamh’s Story filled me with so much joy and excitement, Fae meets vampire! I really need there to be more. I couldn’t stop reading it! I absolutely loved the Irish heritage and culture mixed with the vampire and Fae worlds! So unique and whimsical I couldn’t have asked for more! The music that Thorne picked to include was perfect for the tone of Dawnbreaker! I was so overjoyed that she decided to add a personal playlist for the book at the end. It really helped make her world even more real to me. If you are a lover of fantasy romance this book is a must read! You will not be disappointed!

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Betsy Melano

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by the author. This urban fantasy has great world building and the characters are well written, so it’s no wonder you quickly get sucked into the storyline! Niamh and Connor are from different worlds but quickly find a connection to each other. They are each figuring out what these new feelings mean when Niamh loses her memories. There are many twists, intrigue, and so much more. I really enjoyed reading this book and I hope others will too.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Sheri Schrader

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun is a fantasy-filled story combining our world and Emerald City Under the Mound. Connor, a century-old vampire, was changed against his will, but his world changed when he heard Niamh el Ri’ili sing. Though there are plenty of tropes, the author creates an interesting story. I was pulled into Connor and Niamh el Ri’ili’s trials and tribulations. The story is quick and kept me wanting to read it in one sitting. Also, I enjoyed the cross between the two worlds. I think this added an interesting layer to both the characters and the story. Though this was my first read from this author, I will watch for other books.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Cindy Rushin

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this novel. The story of Niamh and Connor was interesting and a wild ride. I found the world created by the author very fascinating and so real. The story had some twists and turns and it kept me interested in finding out how it would end. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this fantasy paranormal romance; it had a different side to the legends and folklore than the books I’ve been reading lately which made it refreshing.
The world was created beautifully- the descriptive language and vivid imagery made me genuinely want to be transported there to experience it for myself. The writing flowed nicely making for an easy read which is always a bonus to me.
The plot, and romance were unique and there were times I sure how it would go which kept me glued to my kindle. I don’t want to give too much away, but the pressures put on the pair only get worse and I thought the way their struggles were written, and how the characters reacted fit really well into their personalities. I had no problem believing the characters were all real as I was sucked into the story.
Given everything, Niamh had to be my favourite. I felt she knew her own mind and I found her independence admirable, especially given her situation at times. She didn’t crumble and surrender with so many things working against her, she’s the kind of person I’d want on my team.

I’ll be looking out for more from this author moving forward!

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fae and vampire meet in this exciting novella by Hadley Thorne. This is my first time reading from this author and reading from this genre. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the book started out with something I was familiar with- Tuatha de Danann. My curiosity was piqued and as the story progressed had to find out what happened!

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Heather Watson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first novella by Hadley Thorne that I have read. She didn’t disappoint with this one. I read this one in one sitting. It wasn’t very long either. This novella brought these two worlds together which was nice. Fae and vampire was a good suit for these characters. I want to read the rest of the novellas by her.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was thoroughly amazed at the writing in this book. It was so fascinating how the author was able to weave two worlds together in this amazing tale. A world where magic, fae, vampires, suspense, action, passion, love exists and the real world were amazing put together. The characters in this story it was hard not to fall in love and care for what they both have been thou. Connor a vampire that was turned against his will, with so much resentment and hatred, falls in love with a girl that was locked way to keep her safe. Connor does everything on his power to product her as she learns about the world she was locked away from. I was very intrigued with this book and absolutely loved it. This book kept me invested right from the beginning, it’s a page turner for sure, and I couldn’t stop till it was the end. I Recommend this book if you enjoy fantasy and intriguing read.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne. This is a great urban fantasy romance in the Tapestry of Worlds series. This book is full of mystery, love, romance and intrigue. It follows Niamh, the Sidhe Princess while she is trying to figure out her power, her love life and her powers. As she learns that she is a female in a mostly male world its hard to find her place. Enter Connor the vampire full of hate and rage who is wanting to do his own thing. When they meet they connect because they both fill trapped. When Niamh is in terrible danger Connor vows to find her and help her remember who she is. All the while they have enemies that are trying to kill them and destroy all they stand for. This is a great installment and be prepared to flip pages late in the night. You won’t want to put it down. Can’t wait for the next book!

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a Ride! This is an amazing story! I really enjoy paranormal/fantasy stories as the author create different worlds, lasting friendships and the creatures are marvelous. In her the author did a stand up job giving me all three. Connor and Niamh are the stars and we basically follow them on their journey to possibly greater things. The road traveled is a tough one filled with potholes but watching them figure out how to overcome is what is wonderful.

There are a slew of different characters we get to meet. There is fae, human, vampires and demon as well as different courts. They all have varying skillsets which we find out as the story goes along. One of my favorite is the spirit that lives within the house called Silpha. It doesn’t speak and you can’t see it but the way it lets you know it approves is so cool! Very creative!

Overall it is a great story! Filled with triumphs and tribulations. I hope there is more as a few loose ends were left dangling.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Christen Ware

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Good twisting and turning of all factors that include multiple tropes, a soulmate storyline, and a good world building that sets a tone. Living a tale between two worlds that leaves the reader envolver within the world. Overall a good read.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Erin DeRoma

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun, is a Fantasy/Paranormal Romance. The world created for this series is fantastic and I truly can’t wait to continue following what this world has to offer in future books in the series. The romance wasn’t overly complicated like so many others in this genre. I really like the time Thorne took to add backstories and give the reader a full immersion into the world they created. It’s a must read for anyone into Fantasy/Paranormal Romance.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Crystal Brehant

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fantasy story! My favorite type. This story was beautifully written with amazing detail. It captures your attention quickly and keeps it the whole time. The characters and the world is very well written. This is the first book I’ve read in the series, although it is the third book. I will be looking for the others!

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Monique Espitia

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dawnbreaker is the first book I have read from this author. At first, I was worried there were too many tropes rolled into one story and I wouldn’t be able to keep up. However, Hadley Thorne does an amazing job weaving a tale of mystery and intrigue that hooks you from the start.

The story follows Connor and Niamh. Both are from two completely different worlds, or so you think. Connor is a vampire full of hate and revenge, Niamh is a fae princess who is next in line. Both are trapped in their own types of “cages” and when they find each other, they connect. When diaster strikes Niamh, Connor is determined to find her and bring her back and help her regain her memories. As their enemies hunt them down, they rely on each other to make it and their connection grows stronger and stronger. I absolutely cannot wait to read the next book as their story continues!

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Angela Plate

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a well thought out book. Even with it being the first of the series, I feel like I’ve known the characters for awhile now. Great storyline, great world building, great characters…

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by LaliLovely

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I want so much more of this book! Such a lovely story & idea. I wish there had been more of Niamh & Connor because they are just so sweet & their time together was delightful. Niamh is entirely lovely & Connor is so playfully sexy. & honestly, Andreas is on fire. I want to devour him & everything about him. Sometimes it felt like everything was moving too fast with no explanation, & there were definitely places that could have been elaborated on. I would have loved to spend time in those in betweens! The beginning of the book was so fun & flirty I was instantly enamored, but I do feel like that was lost in all the action & events & background information. I actually missed that vibe before it started to come back a bit at the end. Everything was still fantastic, but like I said, I just want more! The author writes poetically & beautifully, with magical descriptions & captivating moments. The sprinkle of steam was very well done, & once again I loved it so much I want more! lol gotta love a giving man if you know what I mean. I’ll most definitely read more of their work. Especially if they ever decide to fill this one out more, I’ll obvi be all over it lol

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Maisie Dickinson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The story follows Niamh el Ri’ili, Princess of the Emerald City Under The Mound, and Connor O’Brien, a vampire full of hatred and rage until he meets her. They meet through family friends, get to know each other through their shared love of music, and fall in love through the trials and tribulations they face back in the Emerald City. My favourite character is Niamh el Ri’ili because she is strong, independent, powerful, knows what she wants, and my least favourite character was, while perfectly written, Queen Desdemona because she is greedy, selfish, condescending, overruling. I recommend this book because it’s a type of love story I haven’t read before, it celebrates Irish culture, and it explores Irish folklore which was interesting to learn about. I would love to read more from Hadley Thorne. ‘It was clear to him from the moment he first saw her that she was his.’

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Crystal Jimmo

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

  1. This book was really good. This supernatural world was extremely well written and immersed you immediately. First introducing you to Connor and then to Niamh is captivating. Conner story is heartbreaking at first and then you begin to see the world through his eyes. Niamh is in a way trapped in a gilded cage, only to be let out when she is needed to perform. They meet and sparks immediately fly. When an entity comes and takes Niamh away and takes everything of hers leaving nothing but an empty slate, Conner is devastated and will do anything to get her back. The introduction of other characters was well done and I want to know more about their story! I can’t wait to see if this author will expand on the world she has created! I look forward to reading more books by this author!

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Darian Vester

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My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I’m giving the book 3 stars because I have mixed feelings. It was entertaining and kept my attention, I liked that music brought Niamh and Connor together and I loved their violin battle; but then after she discovers her true power, I felt the love of music was placed randomly and didn’t flow with the rest of the story. I felt there were other random fillers that didn’t go with the story either. Although I wished to see the war everyone kept talking about, I enjoyed meeting all the other characters. Meeting her brother started to show how cruel their mother really is and makes you look forward to seeing what she will do to try to stop Niamh from becoming Queen.
I believe the book to be a standalone, but I wish it was a series or could become a series with standalones because I would love to hear more about the vampires. I can’t say much without spoiling what happens with Conner, but they are all special, it was a very interesting piece in the book. I know Niamh would be perfect helping them all find out more about themselves.
In the end the author has a playlist of songs that helped inspire Niamh and Conner, I felt they fit them perfectly.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars
Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne

Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun is a wonderfully written Paranormal Urban Fantasy Romance that I freaking devoured in one sitting. This is a fairly new author to me and I’m definitely a fan. Their style of writing pulls you in from the beginning and the characters are fully developed and bring the story to life. Connor only cares about one thing and it’s revenge for the one who stole his humanity. Niamh is the sole heir to Emerald City Under the Mound she’s locked away during the day and playing her fiddle at night. Its all about to change once she meets Connor. Will these two figure out a way to make it work? Or is it not meant to be? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Heather Stanley

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First off, I loved the dedication! Dedications are always a great way to start a book. I always read them! From the first paragraph I was hooked, I read until I finished the book. I absolutely loved Hadley Thorne’s writing, so descriptive, amazing characters, and fantastical world building! Fantasy Is one of my favourite genre’s and I always love when romance is added. This story did not disappoint.

Reviewed by @heather26

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Kasandra Nunez

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an all around amazing fantasy romance book that kept it interesting. Living two totally different lives, Niamh and Connor, have just this electrifying energy about them, that pulls them together. They may live different lives, but there truly is no stopping this love they hold, even if it comes with a cost. Action packed with such good details to really make it come to life.

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Dawnbreaker : The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Caralee Loonat

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love finding new authors and once again I was not disappointed. I really enjoyed this book and foudn myself unable to put it down. I quite enjoyed the world that the author has created. The characters are well written and I found the balance of romance and drama really good. I love how the chemistry between the main characters is.

The paranormal world of vampires is one of my favorites. I like how there was not a clear path to the pair getting together. I found the author really has a good way to keep the reader baited and wanting more. I will definitely be reading more from this author in future.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Deb Robinosn

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. As the first book in this series, I can not wait for the next book to continue the story of Connor O’Brian and Niamh.

Niamh is the fae Princess next in line for the throne. Her father is gone and is supposed to return at her Naming Ceremony. Niamh is not one to stay in the Hill under the Mound and seeks into the human lands to sing a bar close by. Niamh has the voice of an angel and has become close friends with a few humans. She needs to keep herself glamoured so no one knows she is fae.

Connor O’Brian is a vampire with a wicked Master. He was able to gain his freedom but his Master is NOT accepting the idea. She will do anything to make his life miserable. When Connor walks into the bar his great grand nephews are singing at, he meets Niamh for the first time. He is taken into her thrall even before he hears her sing. He could feel an attachment to her for some unknown reason. This story continues with the growing friendship between Connor and Niamh. This was a great read.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Maikalani Alexander

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An extremely good read that mingles vampire and fae beautifully.

What begins as almost melancholy; a life forced upon Connor the devishly handsome vampire. Soon becomes intermingled with a beautiful Fae Niahm. A journey of self discovery and one of soulmates; true love.
Familiar rifts and successions to the crown are tarnished with the greed of a single family member. I read on the edge of my seat eager and wanting what’s next.

Ending on a lovers note this book left me happy but wanting more. Perhaps there will be more to come ! I sure hope there will be.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Niamh and Connor are great together, perfect chemistry. Niamh is a princess, while Conner is a vampire who hates being a vampire. Very well written, great characters with awesome personalities. I now need to read all the other books in this series.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun (Tapestry of Worlds) by Hadley Thorne – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun is the third instalment in the Tapestry of Worlds series by Hadley Thorne. It is a fantastic urban fantasy- a paranormal romance with wonderful world-building, interesting characters, vampires, fae, immortals, magic, agendas, politics, secrets, lies, danger, drama, adventure, action, mystery, suspense, chemistry, angst, destiny, different realms, mythology, opposites attract, discovery, and a quest for revenge.
I was drawn to this book by the beautiful cover, but the intriguing story, interesting and well developed characters, and wonderful world-building kept me enthralled the whole way through.
I will definitely be exploring any new releases to see where we go from here…
Definitely worth the read!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Hadley Thorne!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Ayla Phipps

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Before this book I had never heard of the talented author Hadley Thorne, but this book was wonderful. I have always loved supernatural books and this one has it all, vampires, fae, magic, immortals and even real world events into her stories. The interesting title and then cover drew me in, but reading the synopsis I was quickly pulled in and needed more details.
Connor O’Brien is a vampire, that after a century still seeks revenge for the person responsible for turning him. Niamh el Ri’ili is the high princess of the Emerald City Under the Mound, who has long wished for something more then just sitting in her castle. Until the night Conner and Niamh met, the moment changed both of their lives. He no longer felt he existed to protect his family and seek revenge. Niamh’s long dormant powers awakens them in a new world of blood and sun. Suddenly, as if awoken when her powers did, an old foe returns robbing Niamh not only of her powers but of her memories. Determined to get her back Connor prepares to do whatever is needed in hopes of breaking the spells hold on Niamh, to bring her back to him.
Is Connor’s love for Niamh enough to save her mind from the spell? Will Niamh be able to survive the strange world of men without her powers? Or will Niamh fade into oblivion without her memories? The world the author creates is both one of magic and reality, I often found myself relating to the amazing characters. Also, the take on Connor, that yes he has been around for a century but unlike most stories he hates being a vampire, an immortal being with seemingly no purpose but to protect and seek revenge. Niamh in many ways brought Connor back to life, giving him a greater purpose, a life worth living with love, desires, and intrigue. If you’re looking for a great read of the supernatural this is the book for you. I will definitely be looking into more of the authors books very soon.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Tonya Merritt

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Connor is a vampire and he hates it. His life revolves around protecting his family and loved ones and revenge. Everything changes the moment he sees her; Niamh, the princess. Niamh spends her life like most princesses, locked away and forced to do biddings. Will they figure out a way to be together or will something stop their love? In this tale between worlds, you’ll fall in love with both Connor and Niamh. A harrowing love story!

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a brilliant fantasy story that pulls you in and keeps your attention from start to finish. The characters are interesting and compelling and I thought they fit the storyline really well. Each played their part and had something to offer to the story.
This is still an unfamiliar author to me and this story certainly makes me want to discover more. I loved the writing style used and how easy it was to connect with the story. I wanted to know more about what was going on and I couldn’t wait to see how things would play out. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I am looking forward to whatever is next.

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