Title: Villains by Necessity
Author: Eve Forward
First published January 1, 1995
544 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9780812522280 (ISBN10: 0812522281)
Rating: 4.19
Overview
Lara Adrian’s Crave the Night is a heart-pounding tale of passion and danger. In this thrilling addition to the Midnight Breed series, the world of humans and vampires is on the brink of a catastrophic war.
Nathan, an emotionless killing machine, must lead the elite warrior group, the Order, in pursuit of a hidden enemy. But when Nathan meets Jordana, a young woman promised to another Breed male, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of desire and betrayal.
Jordana, living a life of privilege, cannot resist Nathan’s dark intensity and finds herself swept into a world of danger and passion. As they fight to uncover the truth, Nathan and Jordana must navigate a treacherous new world where the most dangerous temptation of all is loving each other.
Adrian’s electrifying romance will leave you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
About the Author
Meet Eve Forward, a talented author and screenwriter for television. She comes from a family of creatives, including her late father, Robert L.
Forward, a renowned physicist and science fiction author, and her brother Bob Forward, who is a writer and film director.
Editoral Review
Villains by Necessity by Eve Forward is a novel that has been around for over 25 years, yet its themes are still very much relevant today. The novel explores the concept of evil as a force for good, and it does so through a mix of adventure, humor, and philosophical musings.
The author was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and has written a number of science fiction and fantasy books throughout her career. The novel falls under the category of dark fantasy, and it is written in third-person omniscient perspective.
The story takes place in a world where good has triumphed over evil and the world is left in a state of utopia. A group of unlikely villains, who include a goblin, a necromancer, a thief, a dragon, and a dark lord, must band together to save the world from total destruction.
Their paths will cross with a group of heroes, and the two groups will be forced to work together to prevent the destruction of everything they know. The concept of the novel is intriguing, to say the least.
The author creates a world that is not quite like any other, with a unique cast of characters, and places the reader in the unusual position of cheering for the bad guys. Without revealing too much of the plot, the novel explores the idea that villains are necessary for the world to function, and that good can be just as dangerous as evil.
Forward’s writing style is fast-paced and witty, and she has a knack for creating captivating dialogue that keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end. One of the book’s strengths is its ability to weave together philosophical discussions with action and character development.
The novel’s characters are complex and multi-layered, with their individual motivations and backstories revealed over time. The author does an excellent job of developing each character’s unique voice, and the group dynamics between the villains are both entertaining and compelling.
The book highlights a number of big questions, such as what is the nature of good and evil, how do we define morality, and what motivates people to do good or evil. It’s a thought-provoking novel that manages to explore these questions without feeling preachy or heavy-handed.
The book also includes a number of humorous moments that help to balance out the graver philosophical themes. Despite its many strengths, the book does have a few weaknesses.
The plot can feel a bit convoluted at times, and the pacing can be slow in some sections. Additionally, there are moments where the humor falls flat, and the dialogue can feel forced.
The world-building can also be a bit confusing, with certain aspects of the setting feeling underdeveloped. That said, Villains by Necessity is a worthwhile read for fans of dark fantasy, adventure, and philosophical discussions.
The themes of the book are still relevant today, and the characters are memorable and engaging. For those looking for a fast-paced, entertaining read with plenty of depth, Villains by Necessity is definitely worth checking out.
Rating: 4/5 stars.
