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When I First Saw Red

Soldiers and Mercenaries, Book 2

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When I First Saw Red

By: Kasia Bacon
Narrated by: Cornell Collins
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Red: Lázhien’s human. A common Imperial soldier. And my soulmate. How could fate get it so wrong? The demon in me craves this bond with every shred of his being. He pushes me to accept it. This time I won’t yield to his demands.

Lázhien: Red’s a lust demon, a whore and a stuck-up snob. The most beautiful man I’ve ever seen. Pain in the arse. And he hates my guts. I’d be an idiot to pursue him. Yet something about him compels me to make him mine.

When I First Saw Red is a complete and stand-alone short novel with an HEA ending, featuring a couple of reluctant fated soulmates - a demon and a human - trying and failing to defy destiny.

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©2020 Kasia Bacon (P)2024 Kasia Bacon Romance Destiny
Captivating Fantasy World • Well-developed Characters • Steamy Romance • Engaging Plot • Original Setting

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I absolutely loved this sweet opposites attract paranormal romance

Such a great book with a solid storyline and great characters.

I adore this series and its so well written.

Definitely recommend


Steamy paranormal romance

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When I First Saw Red is Book 2 in the Soldiers and Mercenaries series. This is a well written fascinating short story about Red and Lázhien. This book captured me from the very beginning. Lázhien knew he wanted time with the demon the first time setting eyes on him, and it didn't matter the cost. Red and Lázhien may be fated, but they fought it until they realize they really were better together. This is an enjoyable book and you don't want to miss it.
Narrator Cornell Collins does an amazing job. He really brings this book to life.

a fascinating story

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An unexpected mating bond, a demon who requires sex to survive, and a common soldier, make for an arresting story. The occasional touches of humor and the self-deprecating thoughts of the characters (who cannot seem to accept their intense need for one another) adds interest to the tale. I also appreciated the tender moments that incorporated warmth into their encounters, elevating them beyond simple, sexual need. And the epilogue finished the story beautifully (gotta love a confirmed HEA, right?).

The author has a definite talent for using descriptive language that draws you into every scene. Her skill with words weaves a very enjoyable story that was enhanced by the narrator. I find that a good narrator will always augment a well-written tale and this one was a real treat for my ears.

I know this will be a re-listen!

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This story is a sexy and sweet story but in multiple instances I felt the need to smack them upside the head to just COMMUNICATE GOD DAMMIT. I love the protectiveness and the sex scenes are incredible but I wish there was a little more story, I would pay for just like 10 chapters of them interacting, after they get together because Jesus Christ I was at my limit with the lack of communication.
I absolutely LOVE the narrater. Mr. Collins does each voice and emotion super well, he did an amazing job!
100% recommend this book, especially the audio

*was given a copy for free to review*

Sexy but communication is needed

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This is a wonderful book that packs a punch of both steam and sweetness and interesting and detailed world building. I loved both the MCs, both seperate and together, they proved complex and genuinely likeable. The supporting cast was also interesting and likeable.

Cornell Collins is the perfect narrator for this book, both MCs were spot on in his voice.

I also liked the language of the book, it’s descriptive, both to the point and flourishing at the same time, and very easy on the ears. This book is high heat, low angst, and interesting plot and I’ll be sure to check out more of this author’s work in the furure.

Steamy and sweet

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