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A Darker Dream Paperback – Jan. 1 1997

by Amanda Ashley (Author)
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 429 ratings
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Falling in love with the young woman whose father had sold her to him to put food on the table, the night-dwelling Rayven fights the passion he swears he can never feel and tries to become a benevolent host to the beautiful Rhianna. Original."
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  1. Language
    English
  2. Publisher
    Love Spell
  3. Publication date
    Jan. 1 1997
  4. Dimensions
    10.8 x 3.18 x 17.15 cm
  5. ISBN-10
    050552208X
  6. ISBN-13
    978-0505522085
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Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Love Spell (Jan. 1 1997)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 050552208X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0505522085
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 227 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.8 x 3.18 x 17.15 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 429 ratings

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Amanda Ashley

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I write paranormal romances for Zebra Books, and I love it. Most of my stories are about vampires because, I admit, I'm fascinated by them. I also admit I don't like most vampire movies. I'm not really into blood and gore in living color on the big screen.

I also write historical romances as Madeline Baker, many of which have been reissued on Kindle with new covers.

I've written over 80 books, many of which have appeared on various Bestseller lists.

Anyone who knows me also knows I love all things Star Wars, Phantom, and Beauty and the Beast.

We have an adorable Pomeranian named Lady, a mischievous cat named Kitty and a tortoise who remains nameless.

My favorite authors are Lee Child, C.S. Harris, and Patricia Briggs.

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4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
429 global ratings

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Tina Limosani
5.0 out of 5 stars very satisfied
Reviewed in Canada on July 8, 2013
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havent read the book as of yet, waiting for the complete series - did enjoy the quick service and confition of the book
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A. Trotter
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good
Reviewed in Canada on June 5, 2004
Well. For a romance this is pretty good. Although the main character "runs out of the room" an awful lot. She's always running out of one room or another in fear. Oh, well...
Fairly untouched by logic or reason, full of passionate yearning and tormented souls. Very gothic. You should read the last story in Chelsea Quinn Yarbro's Saint-Germain Chronicles, a collection of short stories about Saint-Germain; it mocks this sort of broody vampire. Sorry, Vampyre.
I'm sort of making fun of this book, but then again I bought it and read it and went just as doe-eyed and sappy over the poor angsty hero as any fangirl might... Oh, well. Just goes to show I'm as silly as any other girl when it comes to big, brooding heroes with dark hair and soulful eyes.
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DMarie
5.0 out of 5 stars Unexpected story line but a great read
Reviewed in Canada on September 6, 2016
I love the characters and the story was fantastic. I was immersed in the story. Couldn't wait to finish and then disappointed that there wasn't more to read.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in Canada on September 16, 2016
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Great story! Very entertaining!
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Suzie2672
5.0 out of 5 stars Myshelf.Com Book Reviewer
Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2002
Through dark soulless eyes, he claims Rhianna McLeod as his own. By doing so, he saves her the shame and humiliation of being auctioned off by her heartless father. Now she belongs to the mysterious Lord Rayven, a man that is known to live in the shadows of a darkness that only the night can provide for him. Will she be able to erase the pain and loneliness that consumes him? Or will her efforts be met with grave consequences?
Rayven is a prisoner doomed to a life of misery. Upon seeing Rhianna, he realizes that she has the ability to bring light into his bleak existence. She, alone, is able to bring him a sense of peace and tranquility, and to blur the memories that haunt the depths of his being. Unfortunately, the bliss he finds in her arms cannot last forever, as within a year he has made a promise to himself to release her and set her free. Doing so could mean a return to the heart of darkness that lies within him, and to the cold unfeeling heart that is capable of destroying the both of them.
This is the first vampire novel that I have ever read. Its words called out to me magically, as I skimmed the first paragraph. I was impressed with Ms. Ashley's ability to persuade the reader to accept the vampire existence. I felt myself agonizing over how it would end; I felt Rayven was bound for certain death and destruction. Only an author as talented as Ms. Ashley could move a skeptical reader to feel such intense emotions
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Read
Reviewed in Canada on August 5, 2003
This is the first book of Ashley's I have ever read but it will not be the last. I loved the fact that it was a simple love story often times in historical romances there has to be some sort of external mystery or other action taking place besides the love story. Ashley creates an endearing tale about a vampire in love with a human. There were instances where the characters became a little to repetitve but besides that i would give it five stars. I would encourange anyone who loves vampire novels or historical romance to read this book.
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Misty Matthews
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Vampyer Romance
Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2002
Well after reading some of the reviews people gave for this book I started to disgree with them. Yes the book could have been a 100 pages shorter if the convo of "leave me now" and "no Iwont leave you I love you." Didnt occur so oftem, but it fit into the story... after all it is a romance novel people!
This book was great. I just finished reading it for the 2nd time today and I loved it even more then I did the first day, and this book happened to be one I picked up at the super market while waiting in line.
The hero is a lonley vampyer who meet a young woman who falls in love with. For the first time in four hundred years he feels love and needs it, but he can hardly control his hunger.
This story brings a new light to vampyers and romance. Every romance lover needs to read this book. You senses will run wild.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Darker Dream is a Dream!
Reviewed in Canada on January 26, 2000
This is the first book I have bought by Amanda Ashley. I brought it home and began reading the first chapter...I could not put it down! Amanda Ashley has a talent for making a Vampire seem romantic and kind, even though these creatures are depicted as quite scary in history. This novel was deep and intense and not for the faint of heart. The book will transport you to the era and makes you imagine, even for a few hours or reading the book, that you are the heroine and you are actually living this story. Now, if that isn't a good book, what is? I have read the book 5 times since I bought it, and I picked it up off of my shelf this very day to read it for the sixth time. It is a must read for all of you super-natural romance readers.
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S. J TURNER
5.0 out of 5 stars ANOTHER WINNER FOR MY FAVORITE AUTHOR
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2014
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I just read this for the second time and loved it even more than the first time. I do not think Amanda can write a bad book. I note some people complaining about a romance between a 15 year old and a vampire some 400 years old. Just note he thinks he buys her for her blood but does not use her sexually. He finds he's fallen in love with her and sends her away to complete her education which started nearly right after he bought her. It is when she comes looking for him at age 19 and he cannot get rid of her that he finally lets her come back into his life. She gives him joy and comfort and he provides for her, her family, and then the village. He never touches her until he marries her and it is at her insistence, not his. I love this story than a supposed "monster" only loves her and does not ever come close to making her a vampire. The story ends well and the story of their love is amazing. I love this book and know I shall read it again and again.
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P S MACLACHLAN
5.0 out of 5 stars A different topic of book for me.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 21, 2013
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A book which held my attention. A change from the usual romantic books. Well written with a good story base.
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Karen Margaret Baugh.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 8, 2013
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A good story. Kept you guessing until the end which was a happy one. Would recommend this book to others.
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A. Trotter
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2004
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Well. For a romance this is pretty good. Although the main character "runs out of the room" an awful lot. She's always running out of one room or another in fear. Oh, well...
Fairly untouched by logic or reason, full of passionate yearning and tormented souls. Very gothic. You should read the last story in Chelsea Quinn Yarbro's Saint-Germain Chronicles, a collection of short stories about Saint-Germain; it mocks this sort of broody vampire. Sorry, Vampyre.
I'm sort of making fun of this book, but then again I bought it and read it and went just as doe-eyed and sappy over the poor angsty hero as any fangirl might... Oh, well. Just goes to show I'm as silly as any other girl when it comes to big, brooding heroes with dark hair and soulful eyes.
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Foxy Painter
5.0 out of 5 stars An Emotional Read From Start to Finish
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2020
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This is the first Amanda Ashley book that I have read and I wasn't disappointed. Loved the two main characters: Rhianna and Rayven. Felt sorry for Rhianna in that her father needed money so badly that he had her auctioned off to the highest bidder at a gentlemen's club. Rayven wins the auction. Seeing something special in Rhianna, he gives her an education. As she blossoms under the tutelage of his manservant Bevins, he starts to fall in love with her. He knows he shouldn't love her because of what he is - vampyre. The sparks start to fly between them and there's no stopping what happens. Secondary characters are fairly well developed and there is a happily ever after. Enjoyed the poetry with this one which contributed to the emotional read of this book. Will definitely recommend this one to my friends.
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