Our Review, by LITERAL ADDICTION's Vivacious Valkyrie - Marta:

First up, I have to say that I'm a bit confused as this series comes under different names so I guess that maybe it's being republished? I realise that this sometimes happens when authors change publishers or revert to self publishing but I'm not sure if I should call this Vampire Reborn or The Calling or even The Ignite series! Whichever title you know it by it's fabulous paranormal fun! These books are all loosely connected and feature Supernaturals and in particular vampires! Add in more than a dash of the FBI and a whole lot of steamy romance and these books are bound to appeal to appreciative readers everywhere.

This is a mixture really of two very powerful story lines. The first one catches up with Diana who whilst working as an agent for the FBI became contaminated with vampire blood . The fact that she loves the vampire Ryder whose blood she now carries doesn't help! Forced to watch the one woman he loves gradually succumb to illness and possible death Ryder can never forgive himself. They have tried everything to keep Diana alive and human but her health is deteriorating at a rapid rate and now to truly fuel the damage Diana is carrying their unborn child! At a time when they should be rejoicing all they can really do a pray for a miracle as no amount of drugs or transfusions help and Diana's life starts to drain away.In spite of Diana's own tragic circumstances she still wants to help her old friend and colleague Jesus who is in love with the Dhamphir Michaela . Conceived when her mother was raped by a vampire Michaela is a slayer without equal but her fellow slayers have always reviled her for her mixed blood. All her life all Michaela has dreamed about is finding and killing the vampire Connall who so cruelly ended her mothers life. Now she unexpectedly finds herself being targeted by both him and those he has sired. Michaela is not one to run away but she's under attack from all sides as even her fellow slayers seem set on her destruction.

Michaela has tried to never become involved and yet here she is surrounded by those she now considers friends. Ryder refuses to give up on Diana and wants to fully convert her to vampire but if he does that Michaela is honour bound as a slayer to fulfil her duty. As for Connall he is out to trap Michaela and will kill anyone in his way!

In many ways this must be the book that fans of this author have been waiting for. It's a story that has just ran and captured the imagination of Ms Pineiros readers. The genuine love between Ryder and Diana had been left as a cliffhanger in the previous book as her health took a turn for the worse and harsh choices would have to be made. In this book we see the raw anguish and emotion that threatens to tear the couple apart and yet Michaela's storyline slots in seamlessly . It's a very clever author that can write two stories and yet make them flow as one. ( )

Connall had once again found the beauty that he had attacked just about 6 years before. She was as beautiful as ever and he knew he would again attack her sexually and then enjoy killing her. He did as he promised, enjoying the kill, until he heard a faint heartbeat, he needed to run away from the scene.

Michaela, a slayer that was half vampire half human was on a mission to kill. She witnessed her mother being brutally attacked and then finally killed by her evil vampire father. Not only did she have “family” problems, but her slayer side told her she should kill her friend once he changed his pregnant love to a vampire. Ryder had no choice in the matter. Diana would have died and so would her unborn daughter unless Ryder changed her.

Could they all survive Connall and then themselves when more secrets came out?

Looking for a steamy vampire read, with a touch of violence and forgiveness? This is your book. I loved the different types of “creatures” in the book. The vamps, half vamps and slayers. The book has many layers.

The characters are in constant turmoil, trying to survive, but also trying to do the job that is in their nature. The sex scenes are hot!! Not a ton of them but what the book lacks in quantity makes up in the quality of the scenes. They are very intimate and erotic. A great read for vamp lovers and erotic book lovers alike.

Rating 4.5

Heat Rating Hot

Reviewed By Rae

Courtesy Of My Book Addiction And More ( )

The fourth book in the Reborn series or twelfth in The Calling series is an intriguing and mesmerizing read.

Diana and Ryder face the most difficult choice of all, turn Diana or risk losing her and the baby, even if the wrath of the council means he will face death at the hand of their friend Michaela. An FBI agent, Michaela has long searched for the vampire that killed her mother, but since meeting FBI Director Jesus, she’s lost a bit of her edge imagining a life of happiness and passion. Now the hunter has become the hunted and her new found friends and love r are risk and now Ryder and her both must make the difficult decision to break the rules for love.

This steady to fast paced plot is full suspense, emotional angst, romance and action. The author brings the world to life with vivid images and strong compelling characters that grab the reader’s attention and doesn’t let go. She also adds some extra spice with some unexpected twist. The author brings all the characters together in a way that highlights their differences and personalities and makes for a passionate story that captures the emotions as well as the imagination and makes it feel as if the reader is part of the story.

The attraction between Michaela and Jesus radiates from the pages and the sex scenes sizzle with passion but the relationship has some bumps as Michaela tries to reconcile her professional life with her new found ability to care. The reader can easily relate to all the characters and their situations which add depth to this riveting tale of vengeance, friendships and true love.

The author has created a fantastic paranormal world that I fell in love with in the very first Calling book and has continued to the Reborn novels and this one has certainly lived up to expectations. I can’t wait for the next one and see where this new development takes the council. ( )

Rating: 4 1/2 stars
I received a copy of this book from the publisher and the author in exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated in any way.
This fourth book in this Reborn series starts with Diana Reyes being pregnant. This should tell you that if this is your first book, in Caridad’s Vampire Reborn series, you need to read the other three books first. This book will make a lot more sense and of course you will understand all the couples better.

This book starts off with us knowing the name of the bad guy, Connall Burk. He’s a vampire whom doesn’t seem to be concerned about human life. He’s a true demon – you can tell his character is dark. If you want to know what his agenda is, you’ll just have to read the book.

This story shows the many sides to being a vampire. There’s the vampire most of us grew up knowing – the one shrouded in violence. There’s the current one we know – the one who’s sexy and romantic but knows how to protect his family. And then we have the vampire whose not – one foot in two different worlds. Caridad also treats Diana’s pregnancy like a real one – her work has changed to accommodate for that.

One great point about Diana and Ryder’s story is that nothing is easy or sure. This is what makes the story so believable. Nothing is sugar coated and fight scenes are so realistic. And in making it realistic that means someone gets hurt – you can “see” the violence. And the action continues throughout. Plus our author also continues the story with Michaela Ramirez and Jesus Hernandez. This time, they seem to take the lead. It’s a great way to keep her readers interested in the series. ( )