Smash hits on the New York Times bestseller list, J. R. Ward’s erotic urban fantasies “have earned [her] an Anne Rice-style following, deservedly so” (Publishers Weekly). The fourth book in the series, Lover Revealed tells the story of ex-cop Butch O’Neal, the only human allowed into the Brotherhood’s inner circle.
Butch gained the Brotherhood’s trust after saving Wrath’s queen, but some still view him with suspicious eyes. And he feels like an outsider, especially in light of his guarded love for the beautiful and unattainable vampire Marissa. When Butch is captured by the Lessers, who break his spirit and leave him a broken man with a dark secret, the Brotherhood calls on Marissa to help. But even her intense love may not bring salvation.
Ward has crafted a vampire world that pulses with violence and unrestrained sexuality.
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"I love the BDB series , but this one was hard for me to read. Yes it was very interesting but I just felt bad for Butch in the beginging. And I wanted to smack His and Marrisa's head together because they can't communicate. But I liked the ending, and the twist so that made up for the hard parts. "
— Aylene (4 out of 5 stars)
“The world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood continues to grow and become more layered, ramping up the tension, risk and passion. This is awesome stuff. ”
— RT Book Reviews" START at book 1 of black daggerbrother hood AND MOST IF NOT WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED in the story line OR THE CHARACTER DEPTH J.R WARD has built a world of CHARACTERS you can sink into & lose yourself in "
— Earwig73, 7/19/2020" I had a very hard time dealing with Butch and V in this one. This book didn't have the heart-stopping romance (for me) that the first three did. There were too many hopeless and sad situations throughout this book. I found it kind of a drag to read but kept going because I just have to know what's going to happen next! "
— Monique, 2/13/2014" Not my favorite, since I never liked Butch. But still enjoyable. "
— Joanna, 2/11/2014" I can't get enough of this series! It's so well written and I just love these characters! "
— Nanette, 1/13/2014" Wow! The more I read into this series the more I can't decide which book I love more. I really loved Butch's story. Can't wait till I start the next one. "
— Chrisabel, 1/12/2014" Not my favorite of the series so far and it took me a little while to get into. Still enjoyed the book. I think Z's story in book 3 was absolutely awesome so that was probably why this book was a little hard to get into! "
— May, 1/2/2014" If I could have given this book more stars I would have. Butch's story was by far my favorite. Not sure what Ms. Ward was on when she wrote this book but I LOVED it!! "
— Tracy, 12/20/2013" Not my favorite of the BDB books. The whole time I was reading it I kept thinking...what the heck is going on with Vishous? "
— Arden, 12/20/2013" Maria's and Butch's story. I have to say much as I love this pair, the chemistry between butch and V is a real page turner, can't wait for Vs story. And John too I'm dying to see him change. "
— Dawn, 12/15/2013" Lovely! And I love the end! Butch becoming a Brother, and the ritual was so touching! Nice job, J.R.Ward! ^0^ "
— Carla, 12/10/2013" ^v^ love it "
— Betty, 11/6/2013" Least favorite book of the series so far. Highly dislike Marissa, and don't care for her and Butch's relationship. "
— Jocelyn, 5/27/2013" loved it!! read more then 3 times "
— Ginelle, 7/17/2012" J. R. Ward has a way of creating a action blockbuster between the pages of her books. She sucks you in and doesn't let you go until the book is finished. "
— Maxi, 5/6/2012" This book was so unique in how the family entwine with others, and how to save each other. It was an incredible love affair between the brothers and the woman. Their rituals was the piece of resistance. Bravo. One to Book #5, Can not wait! "
— Genney, 4/8/2012" Since the library didn't have #2 & #3, I skipped over to this one. WOW! So much happened in this book it could have almost been two! Very glad for how everything turned out. : ) "
— Heidi, 1/26/2012" I took a liking back in DL to Butch, and it continues today. Marissa is taking me a bit longer to like, but if Butch and V love her, I defiantly won't count her out. "
— Chantelle, 12/14/2011" Enjoyed the story...as all the others. Not my favorite. Butch is a human transformed into a vampire. Provides backstory about his life and his romance with Miranda. "
— Tamara, 10/19/2011" Now who doesn't love J.R. Ward? "
— Mindy, 9/13/2011" Amazing. I love the last chapter when we meet Butchs mom, Odell. "
— Kendyl, 6/14/2011" I loved this book...as I expected. not my favourite of the series, but I still didnt want to put it down and I really like Butch..now onto V's story.. "
— Katie, 5/18/2011" Butch is one of my fav's in this series!!! "
— Gretchen, 5/18/2011" Another recommend series to read if you like paranormal vamp books. It's one of those series that hard to put down! "
— Beckey, 5/15/2011" Butch and Marissa aren't my favorite couple, but I love how Marissa takes control of her life and shows how strong of a woman she truly is. "
— Heather, 5/14/2011" Good book, I dont know if I liked this story as much as the first three, but it is still good. The bond between the men is a great part of the story and I enjoy reading that. "
— Natalie, 5/9/2011J. R. Ward is the author of more than forty novels, including those in her #1 New York Times bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood series. There are more than fifteen million copies of her novels in print worldwide, and they have been published in more than two dozen countries around the world.
Jim Frangione is an actor and audiobook narrator who won AudioFile magazine’s 2011 Best Voice in Mystery and Suspense for his reading of Philip Carter’s The Altar of Bones and Spencer Quinn’s To Fetch a Thief. He has won numerous Earphones Awards and has been was a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award. His theater credits include the off-Broadway production of Scrambled Eggs and the New York premiere of David Mamet’s plays The Old Neighborhood, Romance, and Oleanna, in which he also performed with the national tour. His film and television appearances include Joy, Transamerica, Spartan, Heist, Brotherhood, The Unit, and Law & Order.