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Blood Hunter (The Vampire's Mage Series Book 3) Kindle Edition

by C.N. Crawford (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 1,886 ratings
With both her best friend and sister safe, Rosalind has nearly everything she wants. The three of them dream of a simple life together--a cozy little house in the woods. If nothing else, it would take Rosalind far away from the gorgeous incubus Caine and the conflicted feelings he inspires. But when Rosalind’s psychopathic cousin Drew invades the vampire kingdom, the slaughter begins. He punishes Rosalind in the worst way possible. Now under siege, Rosalind's old plans are in shambles. But she is out for vengeance with a new strategy, one she must keep a secret from Caine. Turns out, Rosalind has powerful magic of her own. As Rosalind develops her terrifying powers, she must control her darkest impulses. Because if she can’t, the world will fall under the nightmarish control of her cousin’s dark army.
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  1. Book 3 of 4
    The Vampire's Mage Series
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    332 pages
  3. Language
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  4. Publication date
    December 29, 2016
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C. N. Crawford is not one person but two. We write our novels collaboratively, passing our laptops back and forth to edit each other's words.

Christine (C) has a lifelong interest in New England folklore - with a particular fondness for creepy old cemeteries. Nick (N) spent his childhood reading fantasy and science fiction which may partly explain why he is also a scientist.

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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 29, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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C.N. Crawford are Wall Street Journal bestselling authors of fantasy romance and urban fantasy--not one person but two. When they are not looking after their two energetic sons, they take turns writing drafts and revising.

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Customers find the book engaging and well-written, with an action-packed storyline that draws them in. They appreciate the character development and emotional content, with one customer noting how the stakes become increasingly personal.

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32 customers mention "Readability"32 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, with one mentioning that Rosalind is awesome and another noting that Caine is perfect.

"...some minor magic preparation/growth to face Drew, but still a good read overall. And the story goes quick." Read more

"Another great book from C.N. crawford!! What I love about this book: -Rosalind learning to harness her new powers...." Read more

"...emotional Rollercoaster, though it all really couldn't put it down, so good. I can't wait for the next book" Read more

"...Some stuff I just wanted to roll my eyes but I am hooooked!! Fabulous job and I am anxiously waiting for the next installment." Read more

26 customers mention "Story quality"26 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, describing it as thrilling and action-packed, with one customer noting it's full of fun twists.

"...This book contains action, drama, and romance . This is my favorite of the series so far. On to number 4...can't wait to see what happens" Read more

"...And the story goes quick." Read more

"This is a great read in the fantasy genre. I have stayed up late many nights continuing to read more and more. Rushing to read the next book now." Read more

"...always strong but not without flaws and even though these are magical fantasy books, there is a lot of varied emotions, imperfect characters who..." Read more

11 customers mention "Character development"11 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one specifically praising the kickass heroine.

"...But in this, I do feel like there’s some really good character development. One thing I’ve noticed is that the MFC throws up a lot...." Read more

"...Action packed and the romantic scenes are swoon-worthy. The characters are always strong but not without flaws and even though these are magical..." Read more

"...Rosalind, I'm hoping, will be a kickass heroine in the final installment of A Demons of Fire and Night Novel!" Read more

"...Superb writing, I am uber invested in the characters and cannot wait to see what happens next...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, describing it as heart-wrenching, with one customer noting how the stakes become increasingly personal.

"...and even though these are magical fantasy books, there is a lot of varied emotions, imperfect characters who grow and still remain grounded." Read more

"This one had me on an emotional Rollercoaster, though it all really couldn't put it down, so good. I can't wait for the next book" Read more

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Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one noting it's an easy read.

"...The writing is impeccable without grammatical errors. Action packed and the romantic scenes are swoon-worthy...." Read more

"...It's even a third and there was absolutely no putting it down! Superb writing, I am uber invested in the characters and cannot wait to see what..." Read more

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"Oh this one broke my heart a few times. Such great writing in this series. I do still like Rosalind the best, and this book really sealed it for me." Read more

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  • LH
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great series
    Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2023
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    All I can say is "WTF". I have lost a lot a
    of sleep because I couldn't put it down. This book contains action, drama, and romance . This is my favorite of the series so far. On to number 4...can't wait to see what happens
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  • A.S.G.
    4.0 out of 5 stars darker than the previous 2
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025
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    This was good. Sad, but good. Far darker than the previous two. There was another error I found where something was repeated twice, but it didn’t take away from the story. In some ways, I feel like the MFC is really stupid. Like she just really doesn’t get it. She takes risks that compromise everything and in a lot of ways, and she is quite selfish. It’s almost fitting that she’s stuck with Cleo’s soul. Cleo seemed a bit selfish herself. The mmc in this one was a little annoying, though I suppose I understand his bitterness later on. In the end, secrets do no one any good. Period. His self-destructive behavior goes a bit far though. And he has a pension for cruelty, even toward the MFC when he is at his worst, which is hard to get through. But in this, I do feel like there’s some really good character development. One thing I’ve noticed is that the MFC throws up a lot. I thought that was a bit overdone in book 2-3.
    I will say, this book feels like a bit of a filler, as nothing really gets “done” aside from some minor magic preparation/growth to face Drew, but still a good read overall. And the story goes quick.
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  • LaurieBuys
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping Fantasy Series
    Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2025
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    This is a great read in the fantasy genre. I have stayed up late many nights continuing to read more and more. Rushing to read the next book now.
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  • RoxNSida
    5.0 out of 5 stars YAY!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2016
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    Another great book from C.N. crawford!!

    What I love about this book:

    -Rosalind learning to harness her new powers.
    -More glimpses into Caine's secret past. It's not much, but it's better than nothing.
    -Ambrosia's confession on Cleo's death.
    -FINALLY! The hot and steamy sex between Rosalin and Caine that we've been waiting for!!!
    -Getting to know a little bit more about Malphas.
    -I also love Cleo, she's a little horny witch but hey, I love her weird sense of humors.

    What I'm hoping for in BOOK 4:
    -More hot/steamy scenes for our two main characters.
    -Reveal more of Caine and Malpha's past.
    -More chapters and pages!!
    -More twists and shocking moments.

    Overall, I love every single pages of this book. If you've read the first two books, book 3 is a MUST-BUY!
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  • SoEvangelic
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great series as usual!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2020
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    I’m enjoying all of CN Crawford’s series and have read most of them. The writing is impeccable without grammatical errors. Action packed and the romantic scenes are swoon-worthy. The characters are always strong but not without flaws and even though these are magical fantasy books, there is a lot of varied emotions, imperfect characters who grow and still remain grounded.
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  • KT
    4.0 out of 5 stars Finally getting answers
    Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2019
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    This third book is where things are starting to get good. Rosalind has a second soul that's really trying to get free for revenge most of the time while Rosalind herself is learning God magic w the help of Malphus, caines younger brother. Canoe is off doing his own thing but when he is there, the two of them have some romantic interludes. drew, the psycho cousin, has become much stronger in a very short amount of time and is constantly trying to attack. Miranda, the twin, is having a hell of a time. All the while Rosalind is trying to get stronger to attack back. We learn some answers to questions like why bone conjuring is bad, why Cleo wants to sex up and then kill ambrose, and more. There are a few errors in this book and still some things that don't quite add up/make sense yet but hopefully that'll get cleared up in the next book.
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  • kmp
    3.0 out of 5 stars a placeholder book
    Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2022
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    A backslide into plot exposition, mostly focused on leveling-up the MC's powers while not actually advancing understanding of the
    powers. Characters acted out-of-character; characters delayed sharing strategic information in ways that would only make sense if they were inexperienced pre-teens; characters appeared, disappeared, reappeared in ways that were convenient to the plot but didn't make sense within the story. Meh. Disappointing.
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  • Steph
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good
    Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2023
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    This one had me on an emotional Rollercoaster, though it all really couldn't put it down, so good. I can't wait for the next book
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  • miya
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another amazing book
    Reviewed in Canada on December 21, 2019
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    Great story line and lots of twists. They should make this series into a 🎥 movie! Love it so much
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 31, 2023
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    Another brilliantly fantastic book in an already amazing series, I really enjoy reading about this world and there fascinating characters, I'm looking forward to reading the next one in this series.
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  • Damian Southam
    5.0 out of 5 stars The stage has now been set!
    Reviewed in Australia on February 25, 2017
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    Two weeks of hiding and voluntary sequestering was enough to solicit a pleasant thrill in her present rebellion against the rule that travel away from the keep is not permitted for reasons of safety and caution. With her supplies tucked under her arm, a picnic of food, drinks, and gossiping among friends and family gave some rare semblance of normalcy, sadly missed in what is shaping up to be her new life. To say that her life in the recent past had taken a one-hundred-and-eighty-degree turn would be a major understatement breezing over the enormity of her position within the worlds of influence in her life. Describing the changes and critical junctures that saw her arrival at this metaphorical place are supremely insufficient at soliciting the substantive meaning. Semantics aside, Rosalind has not the necessary words to do it justice. Two weeks of wallowing and soul searching was enough to drive her crazy. Well, crazier. Cleo's much louder influence within Rosalind's mind is a considerable factor in that analysis.

    Casting so much magic and exerting her body physically, both behaviours extending well past the point of cautionary restraint by Caine. Like both of her peers, in regards to the people she knew to also contain two competing souls within their body, she'd worked her body so far beyond fatigue that not only did she arrive with Tammi in company in Ambrose's White Tower in a half-dead state, she'd also dowsed her own psyche and soul to the point where Cleo could gain a foothold strong enough to not be undone. It didn't mean Rosalind was any less present, but it did mean Cleo couldn't be silenced anymore through the application of iron to her body. With Cleo overshadowing her mind it is rare when her voice isn't screaming either or both of the two things she desired in ways that consume any other thoughts; that she wanted to touch Ambrose, or even Caine in ways that heat Rosalind's face, neck and nether regions; or she wanted the whole world to burn in a conflagration of vengeance driven flames. Ultimately they both related to Ambrose and the history he shared with Cleo.

    With this new chapter comes a much improved relationship between the twins. Tammi, through her positively livened personality is now bonding in friendship with Miranda too. Though not yet as tightly as that shared between Rosalind and Tammi of course. And she couldn'ttell how long this would be for, as little nuances relating to Tammi's new demon self start to come out. Rosalind and Miranda both reveling in the thoughts and feelings of what the new situation does to kindle what its like to have a sister. Two decades of separation in their kinship, fashioned in the earliest stages of childhood, has much time to be made up. Miranda had lived a starved upbringing that needed significant exposure to a new and better life if she's to be able to say she's had a fair chance at life. They couldn't now achieve what'd been the case had the separation not occurred. But this didn't dampen the gusto fired in order to make up for at least some portion of that missed time.

    Having a go between in the form of the ever jovial and half-glass-full Tammi, and Aurora when it could be managed, to fill the spaces when silence wasn't yet comfortable, facilitated further the atmosphere capable of promoting ties between people. The three women's physiological makeup, of which Tammi and Miranda both highlight as unique, is an avenue of bonding in the differences that set them apart from other beings; such as the vampires that seemingly resent their presence in their king's life. The sisters of course share a bond with the incubi brothers but that seemed restless and reluctant to move forward in positive ways. For Rosalind at least, being anywhere the immensely important people in her life are, is enough to give her the feeling of being at home.

    It was only ever going to be so long before the insane Drew brought his own brand of retribution to Rosalind and co. At the core of the betrayals, as interpreted by the mage drenched in the lunacy of god-powers never meant to be contained in a human body, Drew sees the traitorous actions of the twins as the worst among them all. Baring that in mind, and given they already knew of his link to the seven gods, it should've been conceivable that he'd potentially have access to the means of using the portal that connected to Lilinor. In their relaxed state, brought about by the need to recover from the toll of the overexertion during the rescues in Maremount, their nemesis finds the way to transport to the White Tower. During the darkness of slumber, Drew and the demons he conjured with very specific attributes that permitted them to carry out his nefarious tasks, their cousin manages to infiltrate the keep.

    With his god-power he arranges the fitting of similar iron necklaces to those used by Erish, to now control the minds of the vampire population. With the sigil he'd carved into Rosalind's flesh this now gives similar access to her mind and body. With this he controls the population long enough to cause the greatest losses as yet inflicted upon the mage and vampire alliance. Once the dust settles the progress Rosalind has made in bringing herself back from the insanity caused by Cleo's greater presence, is undone and further added to by the consequences of his devastating attack. Rosalind's all-encompassing need for revenge begins to take her onto the path of further personal cost. Some would have her risk anything to further their lot, and some are resistant, those who're left that care what happens to her. But what assails her leaves her ill-equipped to recognise the difference between the two, or where she goes wrong all of her own accord.

    With great loss can come great stupidity. In the heat of tortured moments when disjointed thoughts seek to console frazzled, out-of-control emotions which burn with such great heat that they scorch scars into people's souls, some turn to behaviours that are incapable of assuaging emotion. These alternatives aren't equipped with the correct attributes, such as cognitions or situations that create heightened contrasting emotions to sooth the soul. From this an endless torrent of bad choices and further detrimental action can take place. The only truly effective choices to emotions that sizzle out of control is to ride out the wave as best as can be achieved, to experience these things in order to begin the true process of moving on. Whether through conversion to alternative emotions, through projection or denial, or through sublimation of indulgence powerful enough to provide the sought after reprieve, our coping mechanisms often tend to lead us into greater problems than that which might've been, had we actually allowed ourselves to express the original emotion. Save perhaps only those emotions that coincide with anger it's various forms. Expressing anger inappropriately is one surefire way to create more problems, the worst case scenario being when others suffer too, or in our stead.

    One of the other defining principles The Vampire's Mage series has shown is that through zealotry, unquestioned adherence, and any number of other ways, we are as accomplished at doing the many evils projected onto those defined as evil because of what they are, instead of who they are. Because of who many people and groups throughout history were, they've done the same or worse, and on some very grand scales, the things demons are said to be. In just the present time, regardless of the lessons history should have taught us better of, mass levels of genecide, famine, murder, war, or the plethora of other crimes against the person, is causing immeasurable death and suffering over things which are external to a person's behaviour. That is, based on what the victims are. Religion in particular, but at its core the more simply defined alternating belief systems, has brought about, and continues to cause, the greatest number of deaths than almost all other causes combined. Our demons aren't the created species of fantasy characters, irrespective of whether they are fictitious only or do exist in the aspects of our world we're still yet unable to discover, they're the pieces of human natures we'd prefer to deny or sweep under the rug.

    Apart from obviously making you think, the content of the series continues to keep you reading in captivating ways. I'd expected that although the series hasn't been named as a trilogy, that this third book would've capped off the current course of events. The imagined saga has surprised in showing that we've not yet completed the events necessary to move on from the critical juncture of the overall plot. As such you'd be inclined to think that Blood Hunter creates the critical juncture, making it an imperative for traversing the storyline further. There is the two main observations above and the reality of how events can turn out if people live in avoidance of their insecurities, instead of living life to the fullest. Thus far there's also been examples of how things don't always turn out for the best; a bold move in the world of sagas, because let's face it, most readers want their heroes and heroine's lives to work out well. Like in any industry, often the materials are designed in order to achieve what the polls say they want. However frustrating it can become, its not normal that people always end up being able to succeed. I would predict that if our favourite characters herein do get to win, then its unlikely it'll be in exactly the way they want.
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  • Loraine, kindle customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another great instalment
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 27, 2017
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    This is the third book of the series and each book you read gets better. Another good read . I look forward to the final book.
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  • Kina Martin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love these characters!
    Reviewed in Canada on January 2, 2017
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    I absolutely love these characters and I miss them so much when I'm done with the book! Their stories are just so intriguing and entertaining! I can't wait for the next one!
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