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    Be Still My Vampire Heart
    Be Still My Vampire Heart
    Be Still My Vampire Heart
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    Be Still My Vampire Heart

    Written by Kerrelyn Sparks

    Narrated by Donna Rawlins

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    About this audiobook

    If it was still beating. Angus MacKay has been undead for almost five hundred years and it's not often something, or someone, surprises him. Until Emma Wallace. The sight of this luscious agent from the CIA's elite Stake-Out team was enough to stop Angus in his tracks. But then he discovers that she's a vampire slayer, intent on killing the ""monsters"" who killed her parents. And it's Angus's job to stop her.

    The only good vampire is a dead vampire. It's been Emma's motto since she committed her life to the destruction of these things. Now Angus MacKay wants to convince her differently.

    Sure, he's a sexy Highland warrior who seems to have stepped off the cover of a romance novel, complete with brogue, kilt, and sword, but he's also one of them. And it's her job to kill him.

    The war is on, but will it end in the destruction of one or both of them . . . or in total surrender to a passion for the ages?

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarperAudio
    Release dateMar 29, 2011
    ISBN9780062097491
    Be Still My Vampire Heart
    Author

    Kerrelyn Sparks

    Kerrelyn Sparks is the bestselling author of the Love at Stake series, which has hit as high as number 5 on the New York Times list and 22 on the USA Today list. Kerrelyn is honored that her band of merry vampires and shifters is spreading love and laughter worldwide in fourteen different languages.

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    • 4/5
      Want to kill a vampire? All you need is a stake and that is what Emma is armed with, a stake. Angus can't believe she's killed vampires, managing to do it all on her own as a human is surprising. Although it is not as surprising as how he comes to feel for the human female, or the fact that they've only known each other for an action packed week.
    • 5/5
      I like this series so far though I would really like it if Shanna's father was already out of the picture, so annoying! I'm also not sure of the constant double standard shown by either the vampires or the humans from time to time. Loved Angus he is such a great character, I actually love all the Highlanders and I'm glad more of them will get their own stories.
    • 3/5
      I wish the book readers didn't change. In this book Emma looses her British accent and everyone sounds different. It's a frustrating transition.
    • 4/5
      I loved this story. The chemistry between Emma and Angus is enchanting. And I think Ms. Sparks did a wonderful job of balancing Emma's journey from hate of all things vampire to an understanding that vampires like humans can be good or evil.

      Unfortunately, I didn't care for the narrator. She did fine for most of the female voices. But not near as well for the men. Angus came out sounding like a female, not a brawl male, and most of the accents were all off.

      Ratings:
      Story: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
      Narration: ⭐⭐⭐

      I highly recommend this book but suggest reading it over listening. Unless you need your hands and eyes-free.
    • 5/5
      Angus Mackay has been instructed to stop a mortal vampire slayer from killing the malcontents, to prevent a war from breaking out. Emma Wallace, an CIA agent and also part of the vampire stake out team, Emma has been out for revenge ever since she witnessed her parents murdered by vampires. The more vampires she the better it is for her, however she is thrown back to the core when she comes across the one vampire that stirs up her senses and makes her heart beat faster. But knowing her strong attraction the the Scottish vampire, she knows she must kill him. But his kisses awakens a passion that cannot be quenched and she wonders if she could ever truly kill him when she is starting to fall head over heels for him....I thought that I would do a review on this one, since its one of the earlier books that I read from Kerrelyn Sparks, but that was before I started this blog, so I thought it was about tiime that I did. I have always loved Angus, and reading his story even though the second time was just as exhilirating and had a dangerous yet witty appeal to it. This is the book where we first see (Dr Phang) come and join their fighting team, and boy does that character make me laugh. I loved the characters throughout all the story, both main and sub, Angus is a true Scot that was born 500 years previous, and Emma is a modern woman, so things are bound to be a adjustment between the two. As the passion between them grows, we all see a strong love develop between them, and learn all about faith and trust. This story was filled with danger, sharp wit, and a powerful love story, that will captivate every heart, and have you cheering for this couple!!! Definitely a romance you don't want to miss out on!!My Favorite Quote"I told you mine was bigger."What typical male arrogance. "I was referring to your sword. Not your wee willie""If ye're going to insult my size, I'll have to defend myself by offering ye proof." His mouth twitched "Tis a matter of honor, and I'm a verra honorable man"
    • 5/5
      This book was a tad more fast paced than the previous ones. There was a lot of action, fight scenes, and plenty of sexual tension between the main couple of the story. I like that we keep learning more about the CIA vampire slayers. I also love the continuing story of Shanna and Roman and hearing more about Darcy and Austin as we move forward with the series.
    • 5/5
      I am seriously loving these kilted vampires...and an accent always does me in. Whew. I really enjoyed reading the banter between the Emma and Angus...both characters are smart as well as kick a**. This is the third book in the Love at Stake series and I have to say they keep getting better with each addition. There was a lot of action (both butt-kicking and steamy) in this book and I was glad for it, and hope that stupid hard-headed Sean is finally maybe coming around. Anyway, I am glad that there was a ton of butt-kicking action in this book and I am eager to see what goes down with the Russian coven in the next book as well, the evil jerks. The plot was strong, lots of good guys and bad guys, we finally meet the infamous Casimir. I am also super glad that Emma made the decision she did at the end...I wouldn't want it any other way for her. The only question left is...how long before Connor is up on the chopping block?
    • 5/5
      Enjoyable story with lots of humor, exciting action, and a kick butt heroine. CIA agent and vampire slayer Emma meets up with Angus a sexy Highland warrior.
    • 5/5
      So far, I've really been enjoying Kerrelyn Sparks' Love at Stake series. She has created some lovable heroes and heroines engaged in fun and exciting stories, and Be Still My Vampire Heart is no exception. In fact, it is, in my opinion, the best book in the series to this point, owing in large part to its to-die-for hero. Normally, I'm not a big fan of romantic comedy, especially in paranormal romance, but Ms. Sparks really knows how to do it right. I'm able to love her books, because she knows how to balance humor, romance and emotional angst into the perfect blend to make an engaging story that doesn't feel silly or contrived. Every time I pick up one her stories, I know I'm going to get a great read.Angus is just too scrumptious for words. He's a kilted Highlander, with that sexy brogue, and a vampire to boot. What an awesome combination! I don't think I've run across a Highland hero that has made me fall this hard for him since Outlander's Jamie Fraser. Much like Jamie, Angus's honor means everything to him and his word is his solemn bond. From the very beginning, he vowed to protect Emma and convince her to stop slaying. Everything he does throughout the entire story is to those ends. When it comes down to a choice between her life and keeping his vow, he knows he must break it, but it doesn't stop him from feeling extreme guilt about it to the point that he nearly lets the best thing that ever happened to him get away. I loved how chivalrous Angus was. Even when Emma was trying her level best to kill him at first, he still protected her. I adored his peaceful, diplomatic side too and how he tried to get Emma to stop slaying by taking a gentle, reasoned approach. In the end, it worked wonders and showed that violence isn't always the answer. Angus has a humorous side too. Emma and some of the other characters love to needle him about his kilt and sporran, and when they do, his growly, "It's no' a skirt" and "It's no' a purse" responses cracked me up. The impassioned speech he gave Emma about how it was a man's duty and privilege to pleasure a woman was totally smokin' hot. Angus is quite simply the absolute perfect gentleman. He truly is the honorable hero of Emma's dreams (and mine too;-)).Emma is an MI6 agent on loan to the CIA and working for the elite Stake-Out team. She wanted the assignment, because her parents were murdered by vampires, leaving her all alone in the world. She has a major bone to pick with the vampires, and thinking they're all evil, she has been slaying in Central Park nearly every night. Emma is one of my favorite types of heroines. She's a tough, no-nonsense girl, who's a very skilled fighter, but at the same time, she has a soft heart. Like Angus, she has a funny side too. Her scene with the flasher in Central Park was LOL hilarious. When Emma first meets Angus, she can barely resist his charms even though she strongly suspects him to be a vampire. She knows she should hate him, but even when she finds out the truth, she can't quite bring herself to. Angus, quite simply, isn't anything like she thought vampires were, and he challenges her preconceived notions at every turn. Surprisingly, she came to terms with all that a little quicker than I thought she might, so her constant insistence that she and Angus couldn't have a future together made her seem a tad too stubborn at times. In those moments, I couldn't help wishing she'd lighten up a little and just give in, but overall, she was a well-drawn heroine who I liked.Together, Angus and Emma have some great chemistry. These two have delicious sexual tension right in the opening chapter, and it only builds from there. They also share wickedly witty banter that I loved. It was sharp and clever, showing just how intelligent both characters are. Their first date at the top of the Eiffel Tower was very romantic, and their first “almost” love scene was very sensual. I loved Angus's sexy talk. The man definitely has a way with words. The psychic vampire sex is as hot as ever (one of my favorite elements in this series), and when they finally made it all the way, it was even better. The only thing that might have improved the story for me would have been, perhaps, one more sexy encounter after they reunited at the end instead of a cut scene. Be Still My Vampire Heart is loaded with fun secondary characters too. We get a decent helping of Roman and Shanna (How to Marry a Millionaire Vampire) along with updates on how her pregnancy is progressing. Some characters have questions as to what exactly the baby will be, and I have to say I loved how this part of the story played out. Austin and Darcy (Vamps and the City), who are hunting the evil Casimir in Eastern Europe, come to Angus and Emma's rescue when they're abducted by the bad guy vamps. Several characters who were previously introduced and will be getting their own books in the future get some more page time: Jean-Luc (The Undead Next Door), the dashing French fashion designer; Connor (Vampire Mine), Angus's always reliable right-hand man; Phil (Forbidden Nights with a Vampire), Angus's mortal daytime guard; Gregori (Sexiest Vampire Alive), Roman's charming and funny right-hand man; and last, but certainly not least, is the adorable Ian (All I Want for Christmas Is a Vampire), the centuries old vampire who looks like a teenage boy. I was wondering how the author was going to turn this guy into a hero without it being kind of weird, and she lets us in on that secret in this book. Dougal (The Vampire with the Dragon Tattoo), another Highland vamp, and Howard (Wild About You), another day-time guard receive mentions. Then we're introduced to some new characters: Robby (The Vampire and the Virgin), Angus's several greats grandson; Giacomo (Secret Life of a Vampire), the smooth-talking Italian Casanova; and Phineas (Wanted: Undead or Alive), a newborn African American vamp who turns out to be some good comic relief, but whose libido gets him into a heap of trouble. Luckily, Angus is a very forgiving man.:-)The main villains are the Russian coven led by the utterly evil Katya who has a history with Angus. However, Shanna father, Sean, is still at it with his Stake-Out team. At first, he won't give up on his vendetta against the vampires or believe that Shanna isn't being held against her will, but some unexpected new depth is added to his character as we finally learn what drives him in his quest. He ends up making a reluctant alliance in order to help Emma, and with a new grandchild on the way, he starts to soften some.Overall, Be Still My Vampire Heart was a great read. The early parts of the story were some of the funniest I've read in this series, while the climax was edge-of-your-seat suspenseful as Angus and Emma fight for survival against the evil vamps. One of the things I love so much about this series is the multi-ethnic, international cast. They really add a lot of variety and flavor to the stories, and I'm very much looking forward to getting to know each of them better as I continue the series.
    • 4/5
      Be Still My Vampire Heart has Emma the slayer who is also part of the stake out team being hunted. Angus has been put in charge of having Emma stop slaying. Also Shanna and Roman are having the bay. Another hard to put down book.
    • 5/5
      Everyone should read Kerrelyn Sparks if they are into Vampire Romance. I've read almost all of her books and have not been disapointed yet. Start from the beginning. You won't be sorry.
    • 3/5
      Was just an average paranormal, Highlander romance.
    • 4/5
      Much sexier than the others – I look forward to her filling out the stories of some more peripheral characters.
    • 3/5
      Average vamp romance..., November 14, 2008 The third volume of the "Love At Stake" series by Kerrelyn Sparks is, unfortunately, the second in a row that ends up just being average. The first "How to Marry A Millionaire Vampire" is amazing. The next two just follow the same formula shared by millions of vampire romances... the vampire falls for the mortal, there is angst while the mortal comes to terms with the vampire lifestyle and alternates between being intrigued and turned off by it. Then the vamp and human become intimate. One or the other runs off due to a misunderstanding. They get back together at the end and kiss and make up. I'm tired of this dated formula and I am ready to read something more creative. Angus McKay, there hero of this novel is very interesting as a character. I loved his Scottish accent and kilt and all that. Emma could have been any of the heroines of any other romance book. There was some humor and I truly enjoy the cast of supporting characters here. Vampire mind-sex is getting stale. Is it too much to ask for things to be shook up a little? This is not a horrible book, nor will you remember it with any clarity in a week or two.
    • 5/5
      I love romances, especially paranormals, but I've never been one for 'light' ones, chick lit types or contemporary. Yet I fell in love with Be Still My Vampire Heart , which could fit into all of those categories! I guess this proves that if you find the right story plot and author, you can fall in love with genres that you normally would not even think to pick up. The story is FILLED with plenty of witty and hilarious remarks and scenes-- the vampires in this series are very funny, and for the most part they seem to be foreign (Scottish, French, etc....Hmm.. Scottish!), which only adds to their over all appeal. Angus (Not a huge fan of the name, by the way..) was very sexy and funny at the same time. I laughed more in this book than I have in a looong, long time! Romances usually do not make me laugh except for an occasional chuckle, but BSMVH made me laugh out loud often and when I wasn't laughing, I was at least smiling. The dialogue and characters are charming, funny, and interesting. Besides having a great dose of humor, the book was also filled with some pretty steamy love scenes, tamer than what I am use to, but still steamy and satisfying. These scenes are based a lot more on real emotions and connection than just plain sex, which also added to the story. You could tell that they really cared for each other and they respected each other. They laughed, they talked, they teased and they flirted. Their relationship was very sweet and real, and I loved it. Angus is a total gentleman, sexy and protective but still caring and sweet. I love him! And Emma was intriguing too, for a heroine that is. The story line was also pretty captivating. It was filled with a bit of suspense and action, which was nice. Not too much, but not so little that it seems like an after thought. I think that Sparks writes a nice story, not what I would normally go for *See my first paragraph* but she is now officially going on my top list. I can't wait to go back and read the previous books in this series, though I am not sure if any of them can top Angus on my favorite hero meter for the series, but who knows? It's possible! The other vamps that we are introduced to are also interesting, and I hope that a lot of them get their own story soon. 5/5 STARS! An amazingly charming, delightful, and delicious paranormal romance that leans more towards the light side but is just as enjoyable as a complex and tension-filled one. A definite must read for anyone, even non-paranormal fans.~TBQ~
    • 4/5
      Book three in the series and great fun. This time the hero is Angus MacKay, the head of the vampire security and she's a member of the CIA's elite stake-out team. They're sworn enemies and they're very attracted but she's conflicted about who is the good guys and who are the bad guys. There's also issues about immortality and mortality.It's quite a good book of it's type and a good fun read.