I got the first book of this series because it was free. I have purchased the rest as they are all wonderful and carry on immediately from the previous book. Yes, there is some repetition summarising what has happened so far but only in the 2nd book is it truly obvious and annoying. Either the author puts less and less in as the books go on or she got better and spreading it out so it doesn't feel so in your face.
The story is not only about vampires (nosferatu), vampire hunters (nosferatin) and their intricate relationship but a book about self-discovery, love, conflict and more.
The books are beautifully written (even though there are some minor spelling errors and misuse of they're, there, their type words), easy to read and difficult to put down.

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Forbidden Drink (Kindred, Book 3) Paperback – 13 February 2013
by
Nicola Claire
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'I watched as he comprehended what it was that he saw on my face, in my eyes. And I watched as a part of him shut down, locked away from me forever. And I hid the fact that my heart was breaking even as I lied to him, even as I broke his. And I swore I would never let him know otherwise, or I would truly be lost and the war would be over.'Surviving Paris and the Iunctio has left a jagged mark on Lucinda's soul. Now she must stay under their radar and out of their sights. But that's not all she has to worry about. Lucinda's life is spiralling out of her control. There are those who want to shackle her under the guise of protection and love. If she is to have a chance at fulfilling the Prophesy, she must break free. But, to do that is to cross a line. One she had never thought she would.With her personal world becoming more complicated and her powers growing by the day, Lucinda has to take on even more responsibility. Helping out the Master of Wellington City with an increasingly alarming human vigilante problem. Split between Wellington and Auckland, her kindred and her pull toward the vampire who wears her mark, Lucinda has to dig deep to stay true to the Light within and not give in to the seduction of the Dark.And then, there are the shapeshifters and her best friend Rick. Things are changing, relationships twisting and Lucinda has to face it all while battling to stay in control. Control that she feels is slipping through her fingers as surely as blood drips from an open vein.
- Print length396 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication date13 February 2013
- Dimensions15.24 x 2.29 x 22.86 cm
- ISBN-101482537001
- ISBN-13978-1482537000
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About the Author
Nicola Claire lives in beautiful Taupo, New Zealand with her husband and two young boys. She's tried her hand at being a paramedic, bank teller and medical sales representative, (not all necessarily in that order), but her love of writing keeps calling her back. She has a passion for all things supernatural, spiced up with a good dollop of romance - as long as they include strong characters, alpha males and capable females, and worlds which although make-believe are really quite believable in the end. There's nothing better than getting caught up in a compelling, intriguing and romantic book. When she's not writing or reading, she's out on her family boat at Lake Taupo, teaching her young boys to fish, showing them the beauty that surrounds them in nature and catching some delicious trout for dinner. Kindred has been a joy to write, creating a rich world with dynamic characters and paranormal twists that shock and awe has been pure bliss for this author. And just as well, because there's a lot more story yet to tell...
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- Publisher : CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (13 February 2013)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 396 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1482537001
- ISBN-13 : 978-1482537000
- Dimensions : 15.24 x 2.29 x 22.86 cm
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A bit of a romance junkie, Nicola can be known to devour as many as half a dozen books a week if she drinks too much coffee. But her real passion is writing thrilling romantic suspense stories with strong female leads and alpha male protagonists who know how to love them.
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- Jen BergReviewed in the United States on 21 October 2012
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Vampire Series Today!
Verified PurchaseThis series just keeps getting better and better! Forbidden Drink is now my favorite book of the series..There is lots of action fight scenes, tons of sex (and I mean, really hot steamy sex!!), and even moments that will make you cry. This book has it all. It is going on my keeper shelf for sure.
It continues from the last book and there is some tension between Michel and Lucinda; but that doesen't go on for very long. There are also new characters introduced in this story. Michel call to one of his "made" vampires named Erika to come and train Lucinda with a sword. Erika ends up more her bodyguard though and she made a nice addition to Luce's friend list. She also gains another "sidekick", Amisi who is another Nosferatin from Cairo. Nero brings her to Lucinda to visit and I loved the dynamics between Luce, Erika,and Amisi. There is just so much that goes on in this installment, but I prefer not to write spoilers in my reviews. This book is a must read; but I strongly recommend to read the first two books before you read this one. These books really are best read all together. It is a top of the line series that had me on the edge of my seat the whole time. Anyone who loves a good vampire series should read this one for sure. I look forward to the next book and what adventures will come about during the story as it unfolds.
- Suzanne MatthewsReviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 July 2013
3.0 out of 5 stars Great story
Verified PurchaseI love the story line of these books but I am so tired of it going over and over the previous books. I understand that this is for new readers, but for those of us following the series perhaps the addition of a, "the story so far chapter" would be better. It's a real shame but I feel myself glazing over when revisiting because it occurs so often.