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Read By: Vanessa Hart Publisher: Random House Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 10.67 hours at 1.5x Speed 8.00 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Vampire Series Release Date: April 2010 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780307736253

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

139

Longest Chapter Length:

09:36 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

12 seconds

Average Chapter Length:

06:56 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

40

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Publisher Description

When the human and the vampire worlds collide, there will be hell to pay.   Luca Ambrus is a rare breed: vampire from birth, begotten by vampire parents, blood born. He is also an agent of the Council—the centuries-old cabal that governs vampirekind, preserving their secrecy and destroying those who betray them. When a cryptic summons leads him to the scene of the brutal killing of a powerful Council member, Luca begins the hunt for an assassin among his own people. But instead of a lone killer he discovers a sinister conspiracy of rogue vampires bent on subjugating the mortal world. All that stands in their way are the conduits, humans able to channel spirit warriors into the physical world to protect mankind. Chloe Fallon is a conduit—and a target of the vampire assassin who’s killing them. When Luca saves her life, an irresistible bond of trust—along with more passionate feelings—is forged between them. As more victims fall, Chloe and Luca have only each other to depend on to save the world from the reign of monsters—and salvage their own future together.

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"A unique twist on vampires makes this a fun book to read, but the internal monologue of the characters tends to slow down the action and leave the reader yawning. A slow start, but worth it in the end. It will be interesting to see if the coming sequels will be as fun."

— Grace (4 out of 5 stars)

Blood Born Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.28571428571429 out of 53.28571428571429 out of 53.28571428571429 out of 53.28571428571429 out of 53.28571428571429 out of 5 (3.29)
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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Lots of paranormal info...I liked it regarless of all the detail. The next book is due to come out this Spring and I will keep reading on. I felt like I spent allot of time reading this book, but I got a good feel of the characters and the drama behind each one. Can't complain I would read it again. "

    — Tammy, 2/2/2014
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " DNF. I paid for it and have it on my kindle, so maybe I'll go back to it. But honestly, I dont think I will. So disappointed. "

    — Norma, 1/22/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed the vampire story. It was well thought out and I hope there is another book on the way. "

    — Beverly, 1/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Enjoyed the story it was great. Enjoyed the characters they kept it interesting and the book was face paced. The first book in the series and I think its off to a great start. Looking forward to the next book in spring 2011. "

    — Joelle, 12/4/2013
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " One of the most boring books I ever read. The endless monologues were unbearable! I was done after 200 pages... "

    — Oriana, 11/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book was fantastic, I can't wait for the second book - Warrior Rising. I listen to it as an audio book and it was great! "

    — Cindy, 11/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Wonderful book, just happened across it in CVS... Great Read!! Next book comes out in 2011 "

    — Teresa, 11/11/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Seriously good book, but the second one doesn't come out until November, 2012!!!! :( "

    — Chelsea, 11/5/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " need to read the next one to find out what happpens "

    — Bonnie, 11/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Dying for the next book to come out "

    — Jess, 11/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Alot going on in this one. Which is good for the story.. But I feel like just when it was coming together it ended. Thank God it's the 1st in a series cuz the 2nd book promises to be even better! I would recommend this read. "

    — ~*~Princess, 10/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Good story, I am enjoying the genre after enjoying the Twilight series. "

    — Lisa, 5/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " This was better than I thought it was going to be based on the extremely cheesy blurb. Much more plot and less heaving bosoms than expected. "

    — Sarah, 5/20/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I'm listening to the audiobook and I'm on disk 3. The story is sooooo slow, redundant and boring I don't know if I can finish it! Maybe it's because I just finished Jeaniene Frost's Night Huntress series which is action packed and an awesome vampire series. "

    — Wendy, 12/4/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " The second book of this trilogy was due to come out in Spring of 2011, but they decided to shelve it in favor of writing another series. It still has not been finished and I for one would like to read it. Don't leave us hanging! "

    — Daniele, 11/4/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Awesome! Can't wait for the next one! The story is a little slow in spots, but the good parts more than make up for them... The battle is on! MAY THE BEST VAMPIRE WIN!!! "

    — Donna, 9/30/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Even though I have never read a Vampire book, and wasn't sure I would like it, I loved it! I didn't like the cliff hanger at the end. And REALLY didn't like that there isn't a 2nd book coming out!!!! Would definitely read on in the series, were it to continue! "

    — Tara, 9/4/2012
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Love Linda Howard but just couldn't get into this book for some reason. "

    — Monique, 4/11/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " unlikely couple. Human Chole and Vampire Warrior Luca end up in a desreate situation that brings them together in more ways than one. "

    — Brandy, 2/19/2012
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " The story started slowly but picked up steam by the end. "

    — Renee, 12/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Don't know if I just wasn't in the mood for so much extra verbiage or if it was overkill on background. Skimmed it and just gave up. "

    — Susan, 12/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This is only the second straight-up vampire book I've ever read (Carpathians don't count). I liked it a lot...I think it had potential as a start to a series. I really liked Luca and would like to see a book about Soren. "

    — Me, 7/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Sometimes there was just too much going on. I still am looking forward to the book in the series. "

    — Meggin, 7/3/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " seemed a bit dragged out at times but overall very interesting story. can't wIt for.next book. "

    — Angie, 4/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This book starts out really slow and I almost put it down but I kept reading it and I am glad that I did. I can't wait til the next one comes out. "

    — Teresa, 4/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I liked it. I had stopped reading vampire books because I was getting burned out. I took a chance on this one because Linda Howard is one of my favorite authors. I'm glad I did. "

    — Jan, 3/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " This was better than I thought it was going to be based on the extremely cheesy blurb. Much more plot and less heaving bosoms than expected. "

    — Sarah, 3/13/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Just finished audio book.. Pretty good vampire story.. good storylines, good characters.. I'm impressed and will look for the #2 book when it comes out this year. "

    — Christy, 3/1/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " It was an enjoyable read, but in typical Linda Howard fashion.....predictable ending. "

    — Jennifer, 2/27/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was a pretty good book. I like the world the authors created. It's a good read. "

    — Allison, 2/13/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I loved this book. If you like vampires and their stories, this is a wonderful book. "

    — Kimberly, 1/26/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This is only the second straight-up vampire book I've ever read (Carpathians don't count). I liked it a lot...I think it had potential as a start to a series. I really liked Luca and would like to see a book about Soren. "

    — MRS, 1/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Boring. Tedious worldbuilding. I expect much more of a book with Linda Howard's name on the cover. "

    — Laura, 12/29/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Good story, I am enjoying the genre after enjoying the Twilight series. "

    — Lisa, 12/26/2010
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " it was okay. i didn't like how it was all over the place. "

    — Brianna, 11/30/2010

About the Authors

Linda Howard is the award-winning author of numerous New York Times bestsellers, including Troublemaker, Up Close and Dangerous, Drop Dead Gorgeous, Cover of Night, Killing Time, To Die For, Kiss Me While I Sleep, Cry No More, and Dying to Please.

Abby Craden has been a professional actress and voice artist for over sixteen years and can be heard in numerous television and radio commercials, video games, and audiobooks. She has twice won the AudioFile Earphones Award.

About Vanessa Hart

Vanessa Hart (1959–2014) narrated dozens of award-winning audiobooks in her career. She was a finalist for the 2009 Voicey Award for Best Female Voice and was a finalist in the 2008 Audie Awards.