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Phew! This action packed paranormal romance was hot hot hot!

Perfect for anyone who loves vampires, supernaturals and mates.

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I have been waiting so long for Grace and Adare’s story. I mean Grace and Adare have been a part of each other for so long I was thinking this book would never come along. And I did wonder how it would be explained that someone as protective and possessive as Adare would let Grace be free until he claimed her. But this is Rebecca Zanetti and she never disappoints.

Zanetti has quickly become one of my favorite paranormal authors. I love the way she writes and how her characters jump right off the screen. I really wish a station like NetFlix would turn her books into one of their made for station series. Because these characters deserve to be available to everyone.

Another incredible story in the Dark Protectors series!

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

"The jaws of life", that's what Grace is going to do with Adare's emotions, break them open, she's got time as she's immortal. Adare has a long way to go to figure things out with Grace, he's left her alone for five years, and he keeps coming up with things that he has to teach her, but he also realizes that he thinks he doesn't want her either as his overall mission for the Seven will be his downfall.

The books takes an explosive turn and keeps on twisting the reader on a curvaceous path of a wild ride. I loved Benny, he's hilarious. All the interactions with the Realm and the ultimate death blow is dealt when a secret is revealed. There is so much more to figure out what happens next, but you'll have to wait for the next book in the series. Totally sucked me in and I loved it.

I voluntarily reviewed this book.

Guardian's Grace by Rebecca Zanetti is #12 in the Dark Protectors series. This is another great addition to this series. It gives the reader a small advance in the arc (Hope & friends, the war against the Kurjans and the Realm) but a great story for Grace and Adare. It is a roller coaster ride that started when Adare partially mated Grace so she would wake from a coma and picks up five years after her awakening. In the last few years, she has been quietly seeking medical advice for the complications (a fading mating brand and diminished health) due to this partial mating. The resolution to this was a surprise I had not considered.

With this series there is always a lot of action and this book does not disappoint. Her command of descriptive words put me as a reader in the middle of every fight and building blowing up. I can feel the ground rumble as buildings explode and the whir of the helicopter’s blades

There is a surprise from the Kurjans, more insight into Hope, Paxton and Drake who are growing up (That’s going to be a great book in the future.) and problems in the Realm.

As always, I can’t wait for the next book!

I thank Netgalley and the author for the opportunity to read this book for free and give an honest review.

Rebecca Zanetti never lets me down. Guardian's Grace the 12th book in the dark protectors series was so damn good. I have been looking forward to Adare and Grace's book for a while now. They semi-mated five years ago, but never consummated the mating. It was clear from the book Vampire's Faith that Adare and Grace had feelings for each other but like any good tortured hero Adare had issues. I had very high expectations going into this read and it met and exceeded them all.

Adare was so sexy. A Highlander of ole he had a dark past filled with pain, loss and duty. The pain of loss so great, the guilt crushing that he turned his emotions off. He didn't want to let anyone in to hurt him again. A loyal and honorable warrior he protected his people and tries to save as many enhanced females as he can. I loved watching his hard shell crack. Grace was a great heroine. She was smart, honest, caring, and a little bit sassy. A gifted photographer Grace had a way of looking deep into a person's soul through her camera. I loved that she was so down to earth and relatable. They made a really hot couple. I loved everything about them.


I really enjoyed the ongoing plot of the series. This book started a few years after the last book ended. Hope, Pax , Drake, and Libby are teens now. I keep trying to decide which boy I want for Hope but right now I can go either way. I really enjoyed seeing past favorite characters. Although I was a bit upset with the way the Shifter nation and Jordan Pride acted during the drama with the Realm. I was sad that I didn't get to see some Kayrs children. I want to see Jase and Brenna's kid, Conn and Moira, I want to see if Amber and Kane had kids I want to see if the King and Queen have more kids, And of course I need to know if Talen and Cara have more kids. I need more time with the past couples and the Kayrs family. Maybe a Christmas book or something, but I feel like we really need a family reunion like book. Anyways..... Benny OMG Benny. This book gave us readers a peek of Benny's mate and I just can't wait to get my hands on Benny's book. Really though I can't wait to get my hands on anything Rebecca Zanetti writes, because she is the best. I recommend this series to anyone that likes paranormal romance.

Though all the Dark Protectors Novels are full of passion, emotion and action, this book is a little lacking.
The book takes place about 5 years after the events of Heroes Haven, where Grace has been living a life of freedom, and ignoring her mating to Adare. Deciding she has had enough independence, Adare intervenes and takes over. Throughout the story, Adare and Grace encounter plenty action, hot romance, and a happily ever after. However, there are some things missing.
Adare's and Grace's relationship does not develop much through the course of the novel. They fall in love but don't share anything with each other of their past, or their feelings. Their progression from disliking each other to passionate love is very dry and random. They have their scenes of importance, but it doesn't really add up together.
There are a lot of plot points that are not explained or resolved.
Adare's emotions over his ex, go from depressed to nearly uncaring, where he showed more emotion in Vampire's Faith. His guilt over what happened to his clan is stated but not explained. It serves no point in the story, and does not seemed to be resolved by the end.
Mainly, the two characters have issues but don't seem to do anything about them.
There is a lot going on in this book, but most of it is rushed and unexplained.
The best part about this book were the little subplots about Hope and her friends. A lot happens with her and regarding the future of the seven. So, it was a decent read, and with the different pov's of characters, the story was quite entertaining enough to keep me hooked.

I received an arc from Netgalley for my honest opinion and review.

***4 Stars***

From the first time I met Adare and Grace and found out that their “mating” was more about convenience ~ well, life saving convenience ~ I wondered just what it would take to get these two to realize that they were meant to be together, and let me tell you it was a rocky yet enjoyable ride.

Adare and Grace. These two take determination to a whole new level. Adare is all kinds of protective alpha af male and loyal to fault. He is so focused on “The Job” that it blinds him to what is right in front of him. Grace is all about seeing what isn’t visible to the naked eye and living life on her own terms. So, when these two opposites collide sparks fly in every way possible. And those collisions tended to end in frustration. I swear these two and their lack of true communication was as enjoyable as it was frustrating. The chemistry was there and I liked how neither denied that part of their attraction and in the end, I was very happy that they finally realized that their mating was not a mistake nor one of convenience.

This book definitely pushes quite a few of the plot arc’s forward...and there are many, but I liked how the situation with the Lock & Key’s progressed. There was a smaller arc that I was very happy to see come to a head in this book, because it was seriously a long time coming, but even with that small one resolved, another one popped up that promises to cause a good amount of drama. As for the two unmated members of the Seven. They, of course have to be my ultimate fav’s, Garrett and Benny. There is a bit of a tease about who’s up next and who his mate will more than likely be (I gotta admit, I kind like how that happened), so now to practice patience until that book is released.,’
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Absolutely fantastic read!!! This series is soooooooo freakin' gooooood!! Each book adds another layer to the overall story arc while still giving a side story of the couple falling for each other. But even that is all interconnected and I just love that. Ms. Zanetti is an amazing writer! I don't know how she keeps everything straight weaving such complicated, interesting and delicious characters and storylines into the overall story without a hitch. She makes it very easy for the reader to follow though which is awesome. This series intrigues and fascinates me so much. I love it!!!
From the start, I knew I was going to love Adare in this one. So alpha, sexy and bossy and so unused to having any kind of feelings. Until Grace. I've been looking forward to his and Grace's story so much and it was just perfect for them! It is exciting and sucked me in from the beginning and honestly still hasn't let me go because there is so much more to come. And I cannot wait!!!!!!

Grace and Adair's story is the 5 book in the arc of the Seven and the 12th in the Dark Protector series overall. If you have not read the other books in this series, I recommend beginning with Vampire's Faith and working your way up to Guardian's Grace to fully be able to follow this story line.

Although these two mated a few years ago, it was a business transaction between an immortal who doesn't believe in love or showing emotions after too many heartbreaks in his life and a woman who woke up from a coma to be thrown into a world of vampires, demons, fae and immortal bad guys called Kurjans that she wished she never had to know about. Feeling badly about taking away her choice in order to save her life, Adare lets Grace go her own way but always keeps tabs on her. Unfortunately since their mating was not traditional, she is now starting to see her health deteriorate as the mark fades. A bad decision puts her squarely back in the Highlander's line of sight and things are about to get interesting!

Adare gave her the illusion of freedom, but there hasn't been a moment of any day when he did not know her location. Now he can see that distance was a mistake and he is about to correct it ASAP! Despite her best intentions, Grace can't help but wish the sexy immortal did actually love her. When a blast from his past shows up, jealousy flares and of course she is not going to be a docile little thing standing by or hiding from a fight. The tension rises on all levels, and it's game on.

This story was more about the overall plot development centering around the Seven and their mission with a lot of action and lighter on the romantic aspects. But that is not say there were not hot, sexy or lighthearted moments because we get a healthy dose of those as well. I enjoyed the way Grace and Adare's relationship grew and it was great to see some progress toward the conclusion of the Seven's mission since there are only 2 members left that need to find their HEA! I am looking forward to Benny's story and hope that he is next in line to find his other half.

I am so happy we finally got Adare and Grace's story, I have been waiting for it forever. I loved it and was so not disappointed in their romance. This book was full of suspense and action, I had a hard time putting it down. This series just keeps getting better. I can't wait for the next book.

Guardian’s Grace is everything I’d hoped it would be. We’re back in the land of the Realm, Adare is finally going to collect his mate, Grace, after marking and saving her life 5 years prior, and it’s a non-stop action-packed (and steamy) adventure. We see some old familiar friends, there’s exciting new intrigue, as well as the continued thread of will the worlds (as well as all enhanced humans) be saved? And Adare? Yummy! And Grace, smart and feisty. They make an excellent match.
It’s another exciting installment of Rebecca Zanetti’s Dark Protectors.

I am a big fan for Rebecca Zanetti. Anything she writes is amazing and worth reading. While I am a big fan of this series I do not believe that you should start reading on this book. It is better enjoyed from the beginning. I did enjoy Adare and Grace relationship. It was fun to watch it grow. I would definitely recommend this book as long as you’re caught up on the series.

Adare O’Garbhaill and Grace Cooper have been mated for 5 years. He saved her life then left. He doesn’t believe in love only duty. The relationship between then is complicated and full of snark. Love the interactions.


‘’I think it was Billy Crystal who said that women need a reason for sex and men just need a place.”


“I’m not a wayward toddler, you arrogant jackwad.” “More like an errant mate,”

Alpha Highlander,humor and hot chemistry.

I’m excited to read Benny’s book. It’s gonna be a trip!

This is my first Rebecca Zanetti book & I really liked it. Paranormal isn’t my usual go to but Adare & Grace had me hooked from the beginning. I will definitely go back and read the other books in the series:)

Vampire soldier Adare O’Cearbhaill never wanted a mate and as member of the seven it was an easy choice to live his life as a solitary being. The connection to his brothers by blood was all he needed, and it meant his inevitable death wouldn’t result in a grieving widow. But five years ago, he agreed to an unconventional mating to save the life of the sister of his best friend’s mate and through their joining he experienced a protectiveness that has been continually rebuffed.

Grace Cooper is hard-headed and fiercely independent. So, cowering to an outdated Neanderthal warrior who believes all women should be sheltered and protected, is so not her style. Grace never asked to be mated and her three years separated from the abrasive and over-bearing Adare have allowed some wiggle room to try and discover details of her attack that led to a two-year coma and then resulted in a loss of memory on her waking.

But Grace has been keeping secrets, and as the war ramps up against the Cyst and Kurjan forces and Adare prepares for the battel that will most likely cost him his life, constant attempts to capture Grace ensure this estranged and volatile couple will need to find some common ground. Friends who are enemies and enemies who may be potential allies create additional confusion and mistrust as matters of the heart are intertwined with basic survival.

As always, Ms Zanetti weaves an intricate web of secrets and lies by omission, independence versus team-work, fractured alliances and heightened emotions that rule everyone’s better judgement. Guardian’s Grace is a story of protecting one’s heart while seeking answers, and hoping you live to see another day when all indications are your time in this life is limited. For those familiar with the Dark Protector series, Adare and Grace have played an integral part in the last few books, but it is exciting to see them finally get their own story which has been long awaited.

Action, danger, angst and heartache are all in abundance throughout this exhilarating story, but it wouldn’t be complete without the rollercoaster ride to love that seems to be the norm for these dominant and possessive males who fight battles and wars with gusto and love with every breath that they take. Guardian’s Grace is another thrilling and captivating tale in Ms Zanetti’s paranormal world and I can’t get enough!

We finally get Adare and Grace's story!!!
They mated out of a sense of duty and then went on their separate ways...time went on and when Adare finds out that Grace is sick once again, hell do everything in his power to save her.

"We will mate again tonight. Completely. "

theres plenty of action and some hot scenes! Loved diving into this world once again!

It is hard to believe that Dark Protectors is at book twelve with several novellas added into the mix. Yet Rebecca Zanetti has kept this series interesting, intriguing, and smoking hot with Guardian's Grace. As always the Protector Adare is totally alpha though lovable at the same time. Perhaps that is what makes them such great protectors.

Adare O’Cearbhaill’s and Grace Coopers story began several books back when Adare saved Grace’s life. That forces a semi-bonding which neither thought that they wanted. Now the time has come for a reckoning on that thought and action. While each has rejected the idea of mating they can’t forget the other one. Their story is an exciting complete with danger, tension, and a chemistry that sizzles anytime they are near each other.

Fans of the series will love Guardian's Grace. New readers will enjoy it but may want to go back to catch on these two with Vampire’s Faith.

An ARC of the book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

WOW! I had forgotten how good this series was. It has everything; intense action, crazy plot and lots of romance. I'm going to have to do some rereading of this series. Loved this book.

Decidedly not a stand alone novel.. Since I haven't read other books in this series, I have to admit I was a little lost about some of the plot. It took a little time to catch up on what was going on.
The story is Action Packed! I had to re-read some pages to get a good idea on exactly what was going on in the fight scenes because it goes fast and has a lot happening at once.
The romance plot between Grace and Adare was unique and fun. I really enjoyed seeing them dance around each other before finally coming together.

4.5 stars!

Another fantastically exciting ride from Rebecca Zanetti and the Dark Protectors!

I have been so excited waiting for this book! Adare and Grace were mated earlier in the series in a last-ditch effort to save Grace’s life. After being in a coma for two years, Grace was dying, and Adare stepped in to do the only thing possible to save her – mating her by biting and branding her, but without the sex and all of the emotional entanglements. It’s now five years later, and they have both carried on with their own lives, having gone their own ways with no interaction at all.

But fate has brought them back together, and just in time, because Grace has a mysterious prophesy hanging over her head and is in danger, and with her mating to Adare only half-completed, she is becoming unwell again.

Adare is a hardened warrior whose whole life is his brothers, and his role as one of the Seven. He would do anything for their cause, including a suicidal mission to attack their enemy, the Kurjans, even if it means possible death. He is a big, broody alpha who has no interest in love or forming a connection with anybody, but then he learns that Grace is in danger, and he goes into full-on protector mode to keep her safe.

He exhaled slowly. “Thus far, I’ve kept my distance from you, and it has probably appeared that I’m easy going. I’m not.”

Thrown back together, there are all kinds of fireworks. Adare doesn’t want to feel anything for Grace, but he can’t deny that she drives him crazy. He’s wildly attracted to her, and he does care for her, and his mated male instincts demand that he protect and defend her. But Grace is a strong woman who wants nothing to do with the supernatural world, and though she can’t deny the pull to Adare, she doesn’t take well to him coming in and stomping all over her life. It’s a perfect set-up for sparks to fly, and I loved watching it all unfold!

“Come on, Adare. Neither one of us knows exactly what we’re getting into, and that’s a fact. You think you can handle me, and I think I can handle you, and neither one of us likes to be handled.”
“Grace, I admire your sense of adventure, but make no mistake, you will be handled.”

There’s clearly an attraction between them, and hints of something deeper, and it’s all kinds of hot as they explore it all.

"He brushed his knuckles down the side of her face. “I made a decision and a vow when I mated you with a bite and a mark, and I meant it. That hasn’t changed, and we will mate again tonight. Completely.”

I loved this romance. Adare and Grace are both strong, opinionated characters, so there’s lots of arguing, but they’re both sensible, and so open about everything that’s going on between them and it makes for a blessedly functional relationship. And seeing the big badass fall so hard for his spirited and sassy girl is just gorgeous. Grace is truly a bright light in his dark world, and I loved watching them come together.

“Rumor has it you’ll heal faster if your blood gets pumping.”
He grinned, gathering her hair in his hand and leaning down to kiss her luscious lips. “Are you going to heal me?”…
“Yes.” Her eyes were a luminous green in the steamy shower. “I’m going to heal you in all sorts of ways.”

But Adare is still holding back. And Grace is still in danger and searching for answers to her past and her future. Plus, there are mysterious health issues, bad guys to take out and a bunch of enhanced women to save. It’s all about to collide into an exciting, action-packed, heart-pounding ride, and I was madly flipping pages, desperate to see how it would all work out (spoiler alert – I was not disappointed, and actually squeed out loud on more than one occasion).

There’s a really strong tie-in with the earlier part of the series, with some of the action taking place at Realm Headquarters with Dage and the other supernatural leaders, and there are some big shifts for the Realm as a whole, the ongoing battle with the Kurjans, and the future of now-13-year-old Hope. The story continues to twist and turn and I loved watching all of the different parts come together, building towards what is promising to be a thrilling ending to the series (continuing with what I’m hoping is Benny’s book, because after that glimpse, I need it!).

Freaking loved it – 4.5 stars!