Title: Blood Rebellion
Author: Connie Suttle
First published February 28, 2012
231 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.18
Overview
“I hear you have some guests waiting for you,” Giff announced, placing the coronet on its plush stand. “Yes, I’m aware,” I sighed, running my fingers over the mark left by the golden band on my forehead.
As the new Queen of Le-Ath Veronis, Lissa had hoped for a peaceful reign. But fate had other plans.
The universe was under threat from the Ra’Ak’s deadly creations, determined to wipe out one planet at a time. Meanwhile, the Ra’Ak and Elemaiya on Kifirin were plotting a rebellion, and the vampires were growing restless on Le-Ath Veronis.
To add to Lissa’s troubles, long-lost family members emerge, some in the most unexpected of ways. Lissa is left to navigate the treacherous waters of her new life while facing the ultimate betrayal.
Will she be able to handle the challenges thrown her way, or will her reign come to a bloody end?
About the Author
Connie Suttle resides in Oklahoma alongside her spouse and three feline friends. She obtained an MFA in Fine Art, specializing in film production and animation, and previously instructed classes at the university level.
Later, she transitioned to managing a bookstore. Presently, when she’s not writing or revising, she’s brainstorming her forthcoming literary work.
Editoral Review
Blood Rebellion is a paranormal romance novel written by Connie Suttle and first published on February 28, 2012. The book is a part of the Blood Destiny Series, which features a world of supernatural creatures, where vampires, werewolves, and others exist alongside humans.
The story follows Lissa, a half-breed vampire, as she fights to protect her kind from a group of radical humans who believe that all non-humans should be exterminated. The rebels have already attacked multiple times, and Lissa’s group is growing increasingly nervous.
In the midst of all this chaos, Lissa is also dealing with her own romantic entanglements, which include several different love interests, each with their own secrets. One of the most impressive things about this book is Suttle’s world-building skills.
She creates a vivid, multifaceted world where the supernatural realm is as complex and nuanced as the human one. The characters are well-drawn, and their relationships are genuine and believable.
The plot is well-paced, with enough action and suspense to keep readers engaged throughout the story. The twists and turns in the plot are surprising and well-executed, and there are enough plot threads left unresolved to leave readers eager for the next installment in the series.
However, Blood Rebellion is not without its flaws. Some of the dialogue can come off as overly dramatic or stilted, and the sheer number of love interests and their complex backstories can be overwhelming at times.
Additionally, some of the plotlines towards the end of the book seem rushed, and some of the developments feel convenient rather than earned. Overall, Blood Rebellion is a well-crafted paranormal romance novel that will appeal to fans of the genre.
Suttle’s skillful world-building and character development more than make up for the book’s occasional flaws. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, enjoyable read with complex characters and an intriguing supernatural world, then Blood Rebellion is definitely worth checking out.
Rating: 3.75/5 stars.
