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The Beloved

The Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 22

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By: J.R. Ward
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The daughter of a legend finds the love of a lifetime in this passionate, heart-wrenching installment in J.R. Ward’s #1 New York Times bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood series.

Nalla, the blooded daughter of Zsadist, has led a sheltered life. Protected by her father and the Brotherhood, she is chafing against the walls of the very safety that has ensured her survival. One night, she gives in to her restlessness…and finds herself face-to-face with a male whose inner darkness rivals even that of her sire’s horrific origins.

Nate is a fighter with nothing to lose and nothing to live for. Tortured in a human lab as a young, then cursed with immortality, he is all vengeance and no purpose because he cares for no one—not even himself. The Brotherhood knows this all too well and following Nate’s deliberate violation of the cardinal rule in the war, they declare him a dangerous liability that must be dealt with.

When Nalla and Nate find themselves fighting side by side, daggers aren’t the only things that fly. A sizzling attraction is ignited, though Nalla knows her sire will never accept him—and on his side, Nate has made a secret bargain to end his own immortality. As the enemy closes in, and Nalla realizes she must choose between her mate and her sire, what starts with such passion may well end with eternal sorrow and no chance of a reunion—even in the Fade.©2024 J.R. Ward (P)2024 Simon & Schuster Audio Action & Adventure Fantasy Paranormal War
Engaging Storyline • Character Development • Emotional Depth • Seamless Continuity • Vivid Storytelling
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Too short, no surprises like I’m used to with this series. Love the characters as always but just was meh!same story over and over but you love the characters so you want to know.

It’s BDB

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I enjoy this book very much. I special enjoyed how the story wove how the individual lives affect others' lives. i

the duality of time

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This one is so good. It had me hooked from the first chapter. Felt like it did when I first started reading the series. I really enjoyed this one, it's a new favorite for me. I can't wait for the next one.

Nate and Nalla are a perfect match

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Love the fact that she is telling the story of the children born in the beginning the next generation I love continuing with the story. Done well smooth transition of characters

Next generation

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The entire series of The Black Dagger Brotherhood is wonderful! I also love all the stories behind each character. Ms. Ward you are my favorite author! Thank You

Great!

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man oh man! a great story line, bringing everything together. it felt like some of the older books in the series. I couldn't put it down and I already want to read it again.

She's Back!

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I love this series so much. I almost cry when a book ends. I was very pleased with how certain things happened and won’t spoil it. But I see more good things to come

Everything

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I wasn’t sure what to expect but I wasn’t disappointed. I kind of expected more violence from Zsadist. It could have been longer but I still loved it.

Excited for Bella’s Story

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LW and Shuley together are hilarious. Pretty boy Shuley's story is a change I didn't see coming. On the whole, I love the look into the lives of the young and the changes 33 years brought to the lives of the Black Dagger Brothers. It's gonna be alright Fritz. Start cleaning the mansion.

OMG Shuley

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Great book to listen to. I really enjoyed it. And I would recommend it to anyone who loves JRWards books.

Awesome

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