The story picks up a few years from the last one. It focuses on Agare and Grace's relationship. She is a Key and he is one of the Seven. Though their mating was unconventional, it is now causing issues and the Kurjans have figured out where Grace is. The action is spread throughout the story as well as updates on key characters. Hope is now 13, Pax's family dynamic changes and Libby is forced to make difficult decisions. It is a one sitting read and can be read as a standalone. However, you will get drawn in like so many of the Dark Protector series fans. Happy reading and hunting.

Four and a half
As much as I've enjoyed the recent romantic suspense books by this author I'm so glad to be back in her Dark Protectors world. It's time for Grace and Adare to sort out their tricky sort of no Mating deal. Mated by blood five years ago although not actually in body but it pulled Grace out of an unnatural coma so no complaints there. To Adare there is no question about their bond but as Grace starts to deteriorate again she's determined not to drag him down with her.
Two very stubborn people who are so attracted to each other and yet just constantly push each other's buttons. I'm reminded of the old Dr Doolittle movie with the Push me Pull You because that's exactly how they behave. Fireworks just doesn't cover how this couple react to each other and they certainly clash heads frequently which made for lots of hot, passionate scenes. The Realm, Demon, Shifter and Kurzon nations are about to clash as secrets about the Seven come to light and Grace is slap bang in the middle. Lots of action but best of all the twists keep coming as this series builds up for what I'm sure will be a humdinger of an ending.
This voluntary take is of a copy I requested from Netgalley and my thoughts and comments are honest and I believe fair

I received an ARC from NetGalley.
Hands down, Rebecca Zanetti writes my favorite paranormal books. I have loved this series since the first book in it, and this story does not disappoint. I especially enjoyed the interaction between Adare and Grace - it seemed very real and honest, once we got beyond the lies. I also liked the fact that the grimmer big picture itself didn't overwhelm the story. The backstory moved forward, but it wasn't the main event. And speaking of the backstory - I really, really look forward to more of that.
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I hate when these books end! They are just that good! This is Grace and Adare’s story! What happens when looking for a cure for a little girl leads you back to that one being, that you cannot tell, that you are dying? The story is full of intrigue, romance, and has many characters you will recognize from other stories. It is a book you just can’t put down!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own!

Rebecca delivers another solid installment.

This book starts off noting that it's jumped a few years since Hero's Haven. This does wonders for the overarching story in the backdrop, as well as our MC's.
Adare and Grace have been living separate lives for the past five years or so after their semi-mating that woke her up from her coma. (Which happens Vampire's Faith) Adare is all about putting his duty before himself and feels like love is something that he can't give so he watches over her from afar. Grace after her initial meeting with Adare and him pretty much letting her know that he only did that out of responsibility, she feels she needs to figure out her second chance at life on her own, including her failing health. Insert a blood deal gone wrong and these two are back in each others lives with the enemy right on their tail.

This book still doesn't come out until October so I don't want to say as much since there is still some time to go. (I'll come back and give some more context.) Let me jot down quick points
-The chemistry between these two is hot. These two have some major "hate to love" vibes here. Even though they're mated, and have been for five years, they've both spent their time apart and have only come together because of Grace being in danger. There's this current under the surface of their interactions that shows the concern they have for each other that makes the pining hit a bit different.


-There's a lot of action in this one. From explosions to gunfire, it's pretty much everywhere. Personally, I could've done with more screen time of Adare and Grace bonding or flashbacks over the years but that's just me.

-As with all of Dark Protector's novels there are multiple subplots in this one story so get ready for some backstabbing with a side of memory loss sleuthing.

FYI: this is very much an alpha love story, with a big dose of brotherhood added in. If that isn't your thing you might not be able to get on board. If it is welcome!


Overall, this was a fun exciting read. Watching these two give into themselves and try to stay alive while doing it was great. Already ready to read the next DP novel!

Thank you Kensington via Netgalley for a copy of this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is book 12 in the Dark Protectors series and I would absolutely read the books before this one or you will be completely lost as to what is going on. These books build upon each other and have a much bigger story arc going beyond the story for the main characters. In this one we get Grace Cooper and Adare O’Cearbhaill's story. Adare has one setting, cranky. He stepped up and did his duty and saved Grace because she was enhanced and special, so he mated her with merely a bite and a brand. The last thing he wants or needs is a human mate. But he can't get her out of his head until she takes off. But once he finds out that she is in danger, he will do what he has to to protect her. Whether she wants him to or not. Grace doesn't believe the birthmark she has makes her destined for some great battle. And she is tired of dealing with vampires and other supernaturals, she wishes she had never known about this other world. She knows that while she finds Adare sexy, he doesn't want her or anything to do with her. So when he brand starts to fade along with her health, she decides to handle it herself since she knows she is on her own. But when an old enemy comes back into the picture, now she has to fully mate (sex and all) in order to stay alive.

I absolutely loved this one! I was iffy about Adare because well, I kinda thought he was a big jerk! Like who doesn't want his mate?? But then once I read this and actually understand him more, yeah I loved him!! He is the typical vampire, alpha male that we know and love but he also has a heart of gold that I really wasn't expecting. Grace has been through a lot in a short amount of time. And having your whole perception of the world change? Yeah, I can understand her struggles. I loved seeing more of the bigger story play out along with seeing characters that we know and love from before. I just have to say-I am extremely impatient for Benny's story!!!! Especially after this one!!! But then I also want Garrett's as well LOL! I think I just need them all and I am so impatient!!

Adare and Grace had small parts earlier in this series so I was really happy to read about their coming together. It was enchanting and so much fun to see them together. I am also eagerly awaiting the story with Benny! I love this series and Ms. Zanetti doesn't let us down with the witty way the speak to one another and the zing between the characters.

Grace is a key, ignore the fact that she does not really know what that means or really want the role, she is important to the future of the non-human races. Adare truly does not like humans, he did a favor for Grace when she was in a coma to aid a brother, and protect a key. Five years have passed and things are not as they seem, both must determine if they have a future and how far they will go to protect the other.

Guardian's Grace' is the 12th book of the 'Dark Protectors' series by the best selling author Rebecca Zanetti. Told in dual perspectives, this book was one amazing ride of love and sacrifice!

I have followed this series pretty much from the first book and it seems like Rebecca Zanetti keeps on shocking us at every new book! This series is one of the best fantasy reads I have ever had and the men in this series… Let's just say each one of them is just yummm.

This is the book of Grace and Adare. We saw in the previous books that Adare mated Grace to save her life. She came out of Coma and Adare made it pretty clear to her that he does not want a weak human mate. Yeah , I know he was an ass. What Grace didn't know was how much he actually wanted her. Both of them kept Their distance , living their lives separately. Now after five years , Grace is in danger and Adare has again come back to save his mate.

Their mate bond , which was a temporary bond seems to be vanishing. Their health is deteriorating and the one way to save each other is to mate properly. Yup! The proper mating !! This book was hot with a Capital H and Adare was one of the best heroes ever , casting his assholish side aside! We even get to know which character will have a book next and I am beyond excited. There were also chapters from Hope and Paxton's pov! Those kids are such a suspense for me . I can't wait for their books! I already know that the ending of this series is going to a freaking blast!

This book is recommended to all the fantasy romance lovers , with a complete alpha male , or rather alpha vampire and a mate who is perfect for his brooding self!

Let me preface this review by saying AARGH! Grace and Adare's story is AMAZING!!! After waiting sooooo long for them to finally address their "mating", the story does NOT disappoint! Constant action, with one near catastrophe after another, made the book go almost too fast...putting it down to do things like work, cook, and clean, was pure torture! I love Grace's grit and determination not to be a forced option on Adare, or his family! I loved the mischief she got into...and hope it continues in future books! And Adare...OMG, who could want for more? Strong, protective, determined...the epitome of a Dark Protector. My only criticism, and one I have not made often with Ms. Zanetti's books, is the cliff-hanger ending! Please, please, please let the next book be out soon...yesterday would be great:-) For anyone new to the series, go back, start at the beginning. Every book is amazing and you will be as addicted as I am to this world!

This was a story I was eager to hear since the first book in this group/ section of the series. There is something really amazing about the initial pairing that made me want to swoon for them and now, all these years later, I still want to swoon.
The things that these two do are so “it’s what’s best for him/ her/ them” selfless that I really get it. I love that they really care so much for each other and they want to hide it so much. He’s been hiding from it for so long. She’s been hiding so long. It’s just amazing that they are who they are.
I loved this story. I loved the twists and turns. I love that the ending has left me BEGGING for more.

I’ve been reading okay books for a while now and with every new book I read I lose hope that I’ll find something that grabs my attention and holds it throughout the entire book. This book hit the spot. It grabbed my attention and held it until the very end. It’s refreshing to get a story that’s not your everyday insta love book with a little bit of other stuff. This book had all the goods and wasn’t all love at first sight and blah blah blah the end. Refreshing and captivating definitely recommend

I read this as a standalone and honestly couldn't really get into it. Maybe I should have read the other 11 books in the series because I just wasn't invested in any of the characters and the MC annoyed me so much. Her attitude to most things just led to stupidity.

Thank you to Netgalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review

Finally! We get Grace and Adares story. The will they or won't they build up from the previous books had me on egg shells. This is Rebecca's style and this is why I keep coming back for more. I can't wait to see what she has planned for the rest of The Seven side characters.

At 4.5 stars, Guardian's Grace is the next sexy, exciting chapter in the Dark Protectors series. Sexy, tall, dark, and brooding highlander, Vampire soldier Adare O’Cearbhaill has let his mate enjoy her freedom for five long years. Grace Cooper, photographer extraordinaire, knows her vampire mating is wearing off and fears she's headed for coma and death again. Adare mated Grace to save her but now he is planning on riding off in the sunset in a final flair of heroism but cannot get Grace out of his mind or heart. Grace wants her freedom but with danger closing in on all sides, a true mating is up to order. Action packed and sexy, Grace and Adare's story draws you in and takes you on a wild ride. With a cast of the usual suspects and a story arc that carries over throughout the series, the Dark Protectors always leave you wanting more. My voluntary, unbiased review is based upon a review copy from Netgalley.

Well what can I say, as always an a amazing read. This is an ongoing long series, can you read it as a stand alone... probably, but you will have many questions. I highly recommend reading the series, the writing is fantastic. The characters are sexy, complex, and completely consuming.

Readers are finally going to get to see what happened with Grace!

The story is very much like her others in this series with a annoyed Alpha who hates that his mate or future mate refuses to listen to what they have to say. Grace wants to right the wrong and give the man she has the hots for a life he wants and not the one he gets.

Adare is the same as Grace wanting to give her the she needs not the one he gave her. The both have the hots for each other and have lots of steamy hot hot time together.

The story gives readers more insight into the plans of the bad guys and what they want to achieve.



The story moves forwards and the male characters pretty much stay the same back story keeps moving forward.

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the advance copy.

OH MY EVER LOVIN' GOODNESS GUYS! ADARE AND GRACE'S STORY IS SOOOOO VERY WORTH THE WAIT!

I have had a HUGE crush on Adare for a long while now and after reading his and Grace's romance, I am even more happy and in love with him. He is such a surprise. Mouth-wateringly sexy and crazy protective and his obsessive-ness with Grace is completely drool-worthy and had my knees shaking. From start to finish, I was hooked and mesmerized by this latest Dark Protector story. Action packed and sexy and brimming with tons of explosive danger and wild sex, I am still feeling a high from reading this! Grace is one amazing heroine too! Tougher than you could imagine and full of surprises I really liked her. And her special enhancement was super cool too. She fit Adare so brilliantly. She has a strength that is undeniable and the pull between Adare and Grace melted me and had me yearning for my own personal Dark Protector. What an amazing, exciting story!

Guardian's Grace gets a VERY WICKED TEN STUNNING, WORTH - THE - WAIT STARS!

Duty—or desire?
There’s only one way to find out . . .

Okay where to start, this is a paranormal read that's being the building as a backdrop from previous stories so it's advisable to not read this on its own. Grace and Adare had a lot of back and forth between wanting each other and staying away so it got tiring after a series of go round. Both have baggage and although it's nice to understand that it was a drag on for more than what it was worth. The romance was not on point but the danger, fighting scenes, and the background for the next book were good.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book received from the publisher via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy through Netgalley of Guardians Grace . This is book twelve in the Dark Protectors series . While all the stories in this series are fantastic , I have been waiting for Adare O'Cearbhaills and Grace's story .
I was not at all disappointed .
The story is intense , action packed and keeps you reading . I absolutely loved reading it . I felt like I was right in the Guardian world . Who doesn't love a sexy Highlander . I highly recommend emerging into the Guardian world . Definitely a five star read .