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The Beast

A Novel of the Black Dagger Brotherhood

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The Beast

By: J. R. Ward
Narrated by: Jim Frangione
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Nothing is as it used to be for the Black Dagger Brotherhood.

After avoiding war with the Shadows, alliances have shifted, and lines have been drawn. The slayers of the Lessening Society are stronger than ever, preying on human weakness to acquire more money, more weapons, more power. But as the Brotherhood readies for an all-out attack on them, one of their own fights a battle within himself....

For Rhage, the Brother with the biggest appetites but also the biggest heart, life was supposed to be perfect - or at the very least perfectly enjoyable. Mary, his beloved shellan, is by his side, and his king and his brothers are thriving. But Rhage can't understand - or control - the panic and insecurity that plague him...and that terrifies him as well as distances him from his mate.

After suffering a mortal injury in battle, Rhage must reassess his priorities - and the answer, when it comes to him, rocks his world...and Mary's. But Mary is on a journey of her own, one that will either bring them closer together or cause a split that neither will recover from....

©2016 J. R. Ward (P)2016 Penguin Audio Fantasy Fiction Paranormal Paranormal Romance Romance

Critic reviews

“Intimate, evocative...the last quarter or so of The Beast had me breathing fast, furiously flipping pages. Emotional surprises and plot twists signal big things to come as this consistently compelling and exciting series evolves. This immersive, introspective yet rousing next installment will leave you clamoring for more.” (USAToday.com)

“The Beast is a joy of a novel.... Ward is a master of her craft.” (New York Journal of Books)

“A beautiful experience meant to be savored by fans.” (Under the Covers)

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I'd like to say I'm a single mom taking care of my daughter alone, with that being said I buy the book because I love the series. This book and the last one I was very disappointed. Do you listen to your own books? If not you should name changing mispronouncing names very confusing. I pre ordered this book and wasn't please with the reader at all the store it's self 100000000 stars love them....
FYI JR WARD LISTEN TO YOUR OWN BOOKS BRFORE THEY ARE SOLD PLEASE AND THANK YOU....

SOMEONE MUST TALK TO J.R. WARD

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If you are binging these books you’ll notice a couple of continuity issues in this book about events that happened in earlier books. It is apparent the author did not reread her earlier works and has forgotten what happened to some of the characters in the first several.

Continuity issues

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I'm am thrilled with the prospect of a new series with the Black Dagger Brotherhood.

J.R. Ward never disappoints!

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Well written...excellent storyline. I even almost shed a tear, a few times. Can't wait for the next one!

This story sucked me in...

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Lovin' this storyline again. Glad to revisit Rhage and Mary ♡ Love the Black Dagger Brotherhood.

Lovin' this storyline again. Glad to revisit

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J. R Ward has done it again.. I am in love with this story....We had the privilege to have a taste of everyone in this book.. Out of the park...

Best One Yet

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This is another great Chapter of the BDB. No matter what, this just don't get old, for me. The story has a main focus on RHage and Mary, but also checks in with many other beloved characters. The author has started doing this in the later novels, and I like it. I don't have to wait so long to get some updates on the members of the BDB. Have some kleenex handy, if you're anything like me, you're gonna need a few. However, you'll also have more than a few, robust laughs. As always, definitely worth a listen and the credit it will cost you. Enjoy!
- V from Kansas

Another great Chapter

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Absolutely loved it! I must admit that I put off reading it because I detest when a series does another book on a couple who have already had their story! Well shame on me for not having faith in JR Ward!
I found myself laughing, crying, then gripping my phone so tight I don't know how it didn't shatter! Then the love/lust scenes have me fanning my face and squeezing my thighs just thinking about them!
She focused on not only Rhage and Mary, but several other characters that I've been biting all my nails off not so patiently waiting for their story! It was like getting a sneak peak or a special preview of the next love story! Now I don't know who's story I want next, either way it will be epic!

And she does it again!!!

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The Warden does it again! I have to say, this is one of my favorites! I love Rhage, Biddy & the Beast😁 and of course the hotness of all of the Brothers!

One more awesome BDB

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Was great from start to finish. Most def plan on reading again some day soon

Good read

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