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Saving Rafe (Lords of Discord Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Jocelynn Drake (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 1,583 ratings

Rafe Varik: The troublemaker. The risk taker. The sexy club owner full of wicked promises.

Rafe has devoted his immortal existence to pleasure and causing mischief.

The only ones who can depend on him are his brothers. Of course, that’s very much a Varik thing.

But when the leader of the Arsenault clan specifically requests Rafe’s help in tracking down a killer, he can’t say no.

Sure, Rafe claims he’s doing it for his family. They’ve attracted too many enemies and could use a few allies.

That’s not the whole truth, though.

There’s something about Philippe Arsenault that draws Rafe in. He wants more of Philippe. The vampire leaves him longing for another second in his presence, another taste of his lips, another caress of those perfect fingers.

Yet when it’s all over, what will become of Philippe and Rafe? Because Philippe will always be an Arsenault, and Rafe will always be a Varik.

Saving Rafe is the second book in an MM paranormal romance series that has vampires, betrayal, annoying brothers, music, heartbreak, hope, sexy times, and a pair of star-crossed lovers.

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violin, text says: Rafe was a reckless devil
violin, text says: Philippe was an untouchable ray of sunlight.
piano keys, text says: could Rafe really leave his clan just to claim his heart's desire?

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B084JC6KSJ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (March 6, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 6, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.2 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 364 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 1,583 ratings

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Jocelynn Drake

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New York Times Bestselling author Jocelynn Drake loves a good story, whether she is reading it or writing one of her own. Over the years, her stories have allowed her to explore space, talk to dragons, dodge bullets with assassins, hang with vampires, and fall in love again and again.

This former Kentucky girl has moved up, down, and across the U.S. with her husband. Recently, they’ve settled near the Rockies.

When she is not hammering away at her keyboard or curled up with a book, she can be found walking her dog Ace, or playing video games. She loves Bruce Wayne, Ezio Auditore, travel, tattoos, explosions, and fast cars.

She is the author of the urban fantasy series: The Dark Days series and the Asylum Tales. She has recently completed a gay romantic suspense series called The Exit Strategy about two assassins falling in love and trying to create a life together, as well as a MM paranormal romance series featuring a family of vampires.

She has co-authored with Rinda Elliot the following series: Unbreakable Bonds, Ward Security, Pineapple Grove, and the Weavers Circle. She has also co-authored with AJ Sherwood the Scales 'N Spells dragon series. She can be found at JocelynnDrake.com.

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Customers find the book engaging, with the series getting better with each installment. They appreciate the relationship dynamics between the brothers, and one customer describes the evolving relationship as enthralling. The storyline features exciting plots, and customers praise the compelling characters and good writing.

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25 customers mention "Readability"25 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, noting that the series gets better with each installment, with one customer particularly appreciating the characters Rafe and Philippe.

"...The vampires in this book are refreshing. They are not overpowered or consumed by bloodlust, they're individuals...." Read more

"Wow! What a ride!! This series just gets better and more intense as it goes on. I’m truly impressed with the characters and storylines...." Read more

"This series gets better and better. I can’t wait to read the next book about this incredible family. Ms. Drake is a great writer...." Read more

"I enjoyed the first book of the series...." Read more

15 customers mention "Romance"15 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, particularly appreciating the relationships between the brothers, with one customer noting how each interaction felt authentic.

"...They were suspicious, conflicted, unsure, and each interaction was so real and based on circumstance that were reasonable in their world...." Read more

"...The plot was a bit predictable, but the angst was better. Spice: 4/5 Angst: 3/5" Read more

"...Infighting, take overs and finding your soul mate. But my burning question.... What if the wolves?" Read more

"Wow! What a ride!! This series just gets better and more intense as it goes on. I’m truly impressed with the characters and storylines...." Read more

15 customers mention "Storyline"15 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, with its exciting plots and great narrative, and one customer describes it as a fun ride.

"...The plot is firmly bedded in the politics of vampire society, and the politics actually make sense...." Read more

"...I’m truly impressed with the characters and storylines. Looking forward to reading more in this series. Highly recommended" Read more

"...I was expecting Bel's. It's been a fun ride, though, seeing the layers of personality behind the party boy persona...." Read more

"Suspenseful and romantic. Loved the chemistry between Rafe and Philippe and the complex relationships between the Varick brothers...." Read more

13 customers mention "Character development"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning how the protagonist accepts his role as clan leader.

"...The main characters were wonderful, and their evolving relationship was enthralling...." Read more

"...I’m truly impressed with the characters and storylines. Looking forward to reading more in this series. Highly recommended" Read more

"...Jocelynn Drake creates exciting plots and compelling characters. I want to read every book she has written." Read more

"Once again the characters were loveable and enjoyable to read. The romance was lovely, the drama was heart breaking, and Aiden is the best dad." Read more

5 customers mention "Writing quality"5 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it really good, with one customer noting its wit and cleverness.

"I loved the characters in this book, they were so well written and individualistic...." Read more

"...Ms. Drake is a great writer. The way she puts together relationships. I’m just taken into her world and I feel like I’m part of it." Read more

"...Loved Rafe’s funny and sarcasm, almost as much as Phillippe’s sweet nature. Such a great pairing...." Read more

"...This series is simply wonderful. It's touching, witty, clever, and a touch of violence balances it out...." Read more

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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging characters, intriguing plot, an excellent read
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2020
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    I loved the characters in this book, they were so well written and individualistic. The relationships between the brothers were particularly interesting. The main characters were wonderful, and their evolving relationship was enthralling. They were suspicious, conflicted, unsure, and each interaction was so real and based on circumstance that were reasonable in their world.

    The vampires in this book are refreshing. They are not overpowered or consumed by bloodlust, they're individuals. They're certainly more powerful than humans, but they are also vulnerable and have to use their brains to prevail against their enemies. They are gifted, but these gifts can be more of a liability than a strength.

    The plot is firmly bedded in the politics of vampire society, and the politics actually make sense. There's no tedious explanations, because they're not needed. Everyone understands the corruption that lust for power brings and the devastation of extreme ideology.

    I thoroughly enjoyed the first book of this series and I was enthralled by Saving Rafe. I definitely recommend this as an engaging and enthralling read.
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  • Winter is Reading
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good.
    Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2023
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    I may like this one more than the first. Philippe reminds me of Alucard from Castlevania, but that could be me projecting my ships.

    The plot was a bit predictable, but the angst was better.

    Spice: 4/5
    Angst: 3/5
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  • Tony Williamson Jr
    5.0 out of 5 stars Start to finish goodness
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025
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    Who to trust is a huge theme in this series. Infighting, take overs and finding your soul mate. But my burning question.... What if the wolves?
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  • B. Hall
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lords of Discord 2
    Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2023
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    Wow! What a ride!! This series just gets better and more intense as it goes on. I’m truly impressed with the characters and storylines. Looking forward to reading more in this series. Highly recommended
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  • Scott B. Loessin
    5.0 out of 5 stars This series gets better and…
    Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2024
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    This series gets better and better. I can’t wait to read the next book about this incredible family.
    Ms. Drake is a great writer. The way she puts together relationships. I’m just taken into her world and I feel like I’m part of it.
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  • Jessica Madden
    4.0 out of 5 stars 3.5 Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2020
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    I liked this one better than the first book. Rafe was easier to hang around than Marcus, however there is still something missing for me from this series. The chemistry between the brothers is great, and I love Aiden. Having the father-son heart to heart was probably one of my favourite scenes in this book. I guess there are just things that don't mesh with this series for me. It still feels a little rough. Its both too long and too short. I thought this started out great with the shooting, but then it slowed right down. I'm also not sure why Rafe didn't use his brothers to find out where Piper was and just relay the info to Philippe? Why was that such a no-no? Wasn't that the point in giving the brothers the task of finding her? Even his twin brother could have asked some animals or whatever he did at the end. Instead Rafe takes it on by himself, and he and Philippe do very little investigating. He doesn't use his club at all for the information ground it could be. And that makes me also wonder why people were being taken and then found dead a week later? What happened in that week? At the end that wasn't the case, so why with the first three? And spread out so slowly? Also, this one was so unbelievably obvious as to who was behind it. I knew immediately, and just assumed that was an obvious "bad guy" and there had to be a twist away from that person. But there wasn't. So that was sort of disappointing, because it then showed how much of a poor leader Philippe was to not see it, too. Honestly, for me there was more frustrating about this book than enjoyable. I couldn't lose myself into it. However, if you're looking for a steamy paranormal m/m then this could be the book for you. It can definitely work as a standalone, although it'll be easier to just read the first book before this one.
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  • Lisa Tobleman
    5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful second book
    Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024
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    I liked this better than book one. It could be the characters, I’m partial to bad boys who like to flaunt their independence, but also, the secondary supporting characters are a bit more fun here. We know who all the brothers are and it’s just getting to know everyone else. Also, the club Blush might be my favorite setting. Truly enjoying this series. There is spice, it’s not on every page but that thread of two being pulled together is certainly there throughout. I did spot some slight inconsistencies in mythology/lore between book one and this one but it’s not important enough to make issue over it. Onward to book 3.
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  • Shane Collins
    3.0 out of 5 stars The vampires are so vanilla.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2021
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    I enjoyed the first book of the series. I was really looking forward to this one because when we were introduced to Rafe in the first book, I thought I was going to love him. But the vampires of this world are just so vanilla. They are extremely humanized versions of vampires. They're just not my brand of vamp. And Rafe became a little less exciting in his own story. His edge wore off and I didn't love him as much as I was hoping to. The character of Phillippe seemed like he was initially mysterious and dangerous. Turns out, he isn't really. Their romance becomes quite schmaltzy pretty fast. And it kills the heat. And kinda lost my interest. So if you're into a m/m vampire romance that is almost just a human m/m romance, then this should work for you. If you love Jex Lane and her Beautiful Monsters series, then don't expect to enjoy these vamps too much.
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  • emse
    3.0 out of 5 stars Auch okay
    Reviewed in Germany on March 10, 2020
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    Gut geschrieben aber zwischendurch mit etwas zu viel Schmalz. Und ich fand die Suche nach dem fehlendem Clanmitglied sehr langsam und uneffektiv . Beide haben sich tagelang Zeit gelassen die Suche fortzusetzen . Das war unrealistisch, wenn man liest wie groß die Angst von Phillipe ist. Und erst ist er sich sicher dass sie noch lebt und dann erfährt man das die anderen verschwundenen Mitglieder ermordet wurden. Das passt alles nicht so ganz zusammen .
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  • Celpompom
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 14, 2020
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    This was a great second book in the series and Rafe stole my heart.

    It was so good to see a different side of him than what we get to see in the first book.
    That man is full of doubt, love and trust.

    I quite liked Philippe, how he was with Rafe and people around them. He is a heart of gold with some traits that are unexpected (and hot).

    Their relationship was great to read, I loved how things develop between them.

    The plot was very interesting. Playing of some of the events from the previous book as well as deepening some parts of the main storyline.

    I can't wait to see what happens next and what comes Bel's way
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  • K.H.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Change coming
    Reviewed in Canada on July 4, 2020
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    Another amazing book! Looking at what was happening next for the Variks, this time through the eyes of Rafe, and the story did not disappoint in any way!

    Rafe has long been seen as the most brash and devil may care of the Varik brothers. With his clubs, Instagram presence, and refusal to do anything quietly, he is often seen as the least serious part of the Variks. But Rafe is just as serious about family as all of his brothers and when it is asked that he becomes the topic of alliance with the neighbouring clan Rafe steps up to hekpmhis family however he can. Finding the clan led by a surprisingly young vampire who he feels an immediate attraction to, Rafe soon finds himself worried that his ability to stay true to his family is being tested.

    Phillipe is the leader of the most secretive clan of the American vampires. Looking to make an alliance he is very protective of his clan and sees those same qualities in the Variks. They reach out to Rafe because Phillipe sees something more in him than the careless image Rafe gives to the public. As Phillipe gets to see more of the man that is only further solidified. But being from two different clans, ones that each have secrets, makes it seem too impossible a bridge to cross for anything more than an alliance.

    This book had a natural progression of story from the events of the first. As the Variks have destroyed on clan, one that was thought to be impressively powerful, they are now a point of interest. The alliance seeks to help shore things up but it also brings up many sore points. There is the insular quality that the Variks have always had, making them seem as snobs, but which hid things that the outside world did not know about. Changing that is difficult as the brothers have stayed closed for so long out of need, but things have already changed with the newest Little Varik coming along. Figuring out how to change their family without changing the core part, the fact that they are family, is a real challenge. Add in the threats from other vampires and the observation of the Ministey, and it is clear that there is a fight ahead for the Variks.

    Another great book, look forward to continuing the series!
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  • Kristi Stanley
    5.0 out of 5 stars Two Down- Four to Go.
    Reviewed in Australia on January 28, 2024
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    I have thoroughly enjoyed the first two books in this series. The world building is superb, the characters well rounded and sympathetic and the action and romance are both spot one. I can’t wait to read the last three love stories and the volume of short stories about the Variks that I’ve just bought. Bring them on.
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  • Le-Jana
    4.0 out of 5 stars From wild and wanting to calm(er) and complete.
    Reviewed in Australia on December 30, 2021
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    Loved this book, more so than the first one because I was familiar with the brothers, their story and the factions around them.

    I’m enjoying getting to know each brother as he is revealed in his own story, and Rafe is far more than the debauched, sex-loving, partying, night club owner that he is portrayed as. He has his own demons to battle and together with Phillipe, the head of the Arsenault clan, he overcomes those fears and learns of his strengths. He finds his place within his own family and he finds love.

    4 stars
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