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houxli's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
"Apparently clown sex is the new politically correct perversion."
scoutmomskf's review
5.0
Another fun entry into the Viking vampire angel world. It is now Sigurd's turn for a special mission. He's being taken from his current job as a research doctor and sent to be the resident doctor at an island resort. It just so happens that this resort is to be the site of a Freedom of Expression convention (that's a convention dedicated to the pornography industry). Such a convention is a prime location to find Lucipires looking to grab more sinners for their own plans. Sigurd's mission is to stop as many as he can.
Marissa has a five year old daughter who is dying of a brain tumor. She has a chance for an experimental surgery in Europe but she needs $170,000 to do it. She still needs $70,000, so when she is offered a chance to work as a waitress and massage therapist at the convention, she takes it. She meets Sigurd on her first day there and the sparks fly - and not all are good ones. There's a definite attraction between them, but his high-handed attitude toward her plans makes her angry. She's not the type to sell her body, but she's willing to do anything to save her daughter.
Sigurd has to convince Marissa that what she's doing is wrong, and allow him to cleanse her of the taint of sin before the Lucipires get to her. It doesn't hurt that he's wildly attracted to her, and that the easiest way to convince her involves seduction and a long night together.
The interactions between them are great. Sigurd may be living in the 21st century, but he's still a Viking at heart, with a Viking's attitude toward women. He tries to dictate and Marissa is having none of it. He knows he's not supposed to get involved with her, but he finds he can't stay away. He's even willing to risk the wrath of Mike (Archangel Michael) to be with her. I loved seeing the way that Marissa stands up to Sigurd's decrees, determined that she will do whatever is necessary for her daughter. As she learns more of what Sigurd is fighting against, she wants to believe in him, but for her, her daughter comes first.
The part of the story dealing with the vangels versus the lucipires was terrific, with the way the danger was shown. I liked the slow buildup, as it starts with the mission then moves on to the action. With Marissa contemplating such a sin as to bring her to the attention of the bad guys, it added an extra layer of tension to the story. I liked Sigurd's determination to save her, in spite of her not really believing him at first. I worried about him during the battle and its aftermath, and had to laugh at his recovery actions.
I loved seeing the other vangels again and catching up with what they are doing. I especially enjoyed seeing how some of them were watching over Marissa when Sigurd couldn't be there. Armod, the Michael Jackson wannabe, is still one of my favorites. The ending was really sweet, and I loved Sigurd's conversation with Marissa's daughter when he visited her that night. I also had to laugh at Mike's frustration with Sigurd and the rest of the Vikings, but also loved how he is there for them when they need him. I loved his comments on vangels and wives, and what he said about the last two brothers, Harek and Cnut. I can't wait for the next book.
Marissa has a five year old daughter who is dying of a brain tumor. She has a chance for an experimental surgery in Europe but she needs $170,000 to do it. She still needs $70,000, so when she is offered a chance to work as a waitress and massage therapist at the convention, she takes it. She meets Sigurd on her first day there and the sparks fly - and not all are good ones. There's a definite attraction between them, but his high-handed attitude toward her plans makes her angry. She's not the type to sell her body, but she's willing to do anything to save her daughter.
Sigurd has to convince Marissa that what she's doing is wrong, and allow him to cleanse her of the taint of sin before the Lucipires get to her. It doesn't hurt that he's wildly attracted to her, and that the easiest way to convince her involves seduction and a long night together.
The interactions between them are great. Sigurd may be living in the 21st century, but he's still a Viking at heart, with a Viking's attitude toward women. He tries to dictate and Marissa is having none of it. He knows he's not supposed to get involved with her, but he finds he can't stay away. He's even willing to risk the wrath of Mike (Archangel Michael) to be with her. I loved seeing the way that Marissa stands up to Sigurd's decrees, determined that she will do whatever is necessary for her daughter. As she learns more of what Sigurd is fighting against, she wants to believe in him, but for her, her daughter comes first.
The part of the story dealing with the vangels versus the lucipires was terrific, with the way the danger was shown. I liked the slow buildup, as it starts with the mission then moves on to the action. With Marissa contemplating such a sin as to bring her to the attention of the bad guys, it added an extra layer of tension to the story. I liked Sigurd's determination to save her, in spite of her not really believing him at first. I worried about him during the battle and its aftermath, and had to laugh at his recovery actions.
I loved seeing the other vangels again and catching up with what they are doing. I especially enjoyed seeing how some of them were watching over Marissa when Sigurd couldn't be there. Armod, the Michael Jackson wannabe, is still one of my favorites. The ending was really sweet, and I loved Sigurd's conversation with Marissa's daughter when he visited her that night. I also had to laugh at Mike's frustration with Sigurd and the rest of the Vikings, but also loved how he is there for them when they need him. I loved his comments on vangels and wives, and what he said about the last two brothers, Harek and Cnut. I can't wait for the next book.
loverofromance's review against another edition
4.0
I received a ARC copy in exchange for a honest review, thanks to Edelweiss and Avon Books.
Marisa Lopez is determined to save her daughters life. Marisa has a five year old daughter that has a brain tumor, and the only operation that has any hope of saving her life, requires 170,000 dollars since it is a clinic in Europe. Marisa needs 70,000 and then she hopes that she will see her daughter grow up. So when she hears of a opportunity to serve as a waitress and a massage therapist for a week at Florida's Grand Keys Island, where a porn conference is going on, well Marisa is willing to do anything even work during such a conference to get some extra money toward her daughter. When she arrives, she meets Sigurd, a doctor and sexy as sin. Sigurd, a Vangel, has suffered from the sin "Envy", and he has been order by Michael, the Archangel, to come to the Island and find and slay demon vampires. He comes across a young woman, who has been tainted by them, because she is considering to committing a sin to save her daughters life. He must convince her to trust him so he can cleanse her with his bite, and share a passionate night with him. Easier said than done...even for a Viking Vampire Angel....but will Marisa find a safer and better way to save her daughter and find love at the same time....
I have to say that I honestly didn't know how much I would like this one...well I LOVED it!! There was so much I enjoyed about it...reminded me of Hill's older books. While reading this series, some books have been a struggle and others a great fun adventure...and boy was Viking in Paradise a barrel of laughs and viking fun!! One aspect that I really enjoyed seeing was having Sigurd as the hero. He is definitely dreamy, and the way he says things...are bound to make you laugh your head off when you least expect him to. He is so outrageous....but the way he is written brings about such a hilarioius outcome! The heroine....well I loved her, she was such a good heroine even if she is tempted to do certain things to guarantee her daughter's well being. From the beginning of the story, you sense the deep emotion from the circumstances, and with scenes of the little girl...your heart just breaks just a bit. I was on Marisa's side all the way. She is willing to work at a conference, as a waitress so she can get big tips, at least bigger than she would find at home. I love seeing how strong willed she is and determined to do anything to save her daughter, but she also draws a line for herself. The intereaction between Marisa and Sigurd was quite funny at times, but there are many sensual moments to get the blood pumping.
What I also loved about this story was the intrigue style of the plot, and how we see a sense of danger that is played out, and really brings Sigurd and Marisa closer together. What I would have liked to have seen was toward the ends we never see what happens with the Villains, and I would have liked to get a fully satisfying story instead of average satisfying. But the focus of the story is the love story and seeing these two come together and learning to trust in each other. The ending with the little girl met beyond my expectations...well all I will say is I ADORED how this book turned out...and I will admit I needed a tissue or two. Definitely left me with a smile on my face. Get ready ladies to enter a story filled with the passions of a island, sexy Viking hero, humor to have you laughing all day and some steamy interaction to blow you away SEXY AND FUN!!
Marisa Lopez is determined to save her daughters life. Marisa has a five year old daughter that has a brain tumor, and the only operation that has any hope of saving her life, requires 170,000 dollars since it is a clinic in Europe. Marisa needs 70,000 and then she hopes that she will see her daughter grow up. So when she hears of a opportunity to serve as a waitress and a massage therapist for a week at Florida's Grand Keys Island, where a porn conference is going on, well Marisa is willing to do anything even work during such a conference to get some extra money toward her daughter. When she arrives, she meets Sigurd, a doctor and sexy as sin. Sigurd, a Vangel, has suffered from the sin "Envy", and he has been order by Michael, the Archangel, to come to the Island and find and slay demon vampires. He comes across a young woman, who has been tainted by them, because she is considering to committing a sin to save her daughters life. He must convince her to trust him so he can cleanse her with his bite, and share a passionate night with him. Easier said than done...even for a Viking Vampire Angel....but will Marisa find a safer and better way to save her daughter and find love at the same time....
I have to say that I honestly didn't know how much I would like this one...well I LOVED it!! There was so much I enjoyed about it...reminded me of Hill's older books. While reading this series, some books have been a struggle and others a great fun adventure...and boy was Viking in Paradise a barrel of laughs and viking fun!! One aspect that I really enjoyed seeing was having Sigurd as the hero. He is definitely dreamy, and the way he says things...are bound to make you laugh your head off when you least expect him to. He is so outrageous....but the way he is written brings about such a hilarioius outcome! The heroine....well I loved her, she was such a good heroine even if she is tempted to do certain things to guarantee her daughter's well being. From the beginning of the story, you sense the deep emotion from the circumstances, and with scenes of the little girl...your heart just breaks just a bit. I was on Marisa's side all the way. She is willing to work at a conference, as a waitress so she can get big tips, at least bigger than she would find at home. I love seeing how strong willed she is and determined to do anything to save her daughter, but she also draws a line for herself. The intereaction between Marisa and Sigurd was quite funny at times, but there are many sensual moments to get the blood pumping.
What I also loved about this story was the intrigue style of the plot, and how we see a sense of danger that is played out, and really brings Sigurd and Marisa closer together. What I would have liked to have seen was toward the ends we never see what happens with the Villains, and I would have liked to get a fully satisfying story instead of average satisfying. But the focus of the story is the love story and seeing these two come together and learning to trust in each other. The ending with the little girl met beyond my expectations...well all I will say is I ADORED how this book turned out...and I will admit I needed a tissue or two. Definitely left me with a smile on my face. Get ready ladies to enter a story filled with the passions of a island, sexy Viking hero, humor to have you laughing all day and some steamy interaction to blow you away SEXY AND FUN!!
alexa_ayana's review against another edition
2.0
Aku fans Sandra Hill tapi aku nyaris DNF baca buku ini..Awal-awal babnya luar biasa lambat dan membosankan banget. Sigurd yang diharapkan juga lempeng banget dan storylinenya bikin depresi.
Langsung berdoa supaya diberi ketabahan dan kesabaran sampai buku Harek terbit.
Langsung berdoa supaya diberi ketabahan dan kesabaran sampai buku Harek terbit.
shadowmaster13's review against another edition
I'm just dnf-ing this. There are a lot of thematic undertones that come across very sex negative and I can't bring myself to keep reading.
I don't think I'll be reading anymore of this series either.
I don't think I'll be reading anymore of this series either.
ajenkins979's review
3.0
Most of the book was really slow, not interesting. I only kept reading to find out what would happen to the little girl of Marisa's (Izzie).
Marisa is very sarcastic, and pretends to have lots of money by wearing knock-off designer clothes that her brother "produces".
Sigurd, a Vampire Angel. Well he just can't stop envying what others have. He is suddenly protective of Marisa when they meet.
The story gets good at about 75-80%.
Marisa is very sarcastic, and pretends to have lots of money by wearing knock-off designer clothes that her brother "produces".
Sigurd, a Vampire Angel. Well he just can't stop envying what others have. He is suddenly protective of Marisa when they meet.
The story gets good at about 75-80%.
shell74's review
5.0
Actual Rating: 4.5 Stars
“I pick number five. Full body massage,” he said, pointing to the sign on the wall.
“Why?”
“Why not? Methinks I have a kink in my…” He waggled his eyebrows, then said, “…shoulders.”
“Oh, just lie down. And shut up…”
Vampire in Paradise is Dr. Sigurd Sigurdsson’s story. And what a unique tale it is. Where else would you find a Viking vampire angel falling in love with a Cuban beauty on an island of sin? Why, in Sandra Hill’s Deadly Angels series, of course!
I’ll be honest and say that I haven’t read this entire series yet; just this title and book four, Kiss of Wrath. (It certainly isn’t for a lack of interest…but a lack of opportunity.) That didn’t stop me from completely enjoying Dr. Sig and Marisa’s wild romp together.
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“I pick number five. Full body massage,” he said, pointing to the sign on the wall.
“Why?”
“Why not? Methinks I have a kink in my…” He waggled his eyebrows, then said, “…shoulders.”
“Oh, just lie down. And shut up…”
Vampire in Paradise is Dr. Sigurd Sigurdsson’s story. And what a unique tale it is. Where else would you find a Viking vampire angel falling in love with a Cuban beauty on an island of sin? Why, in Sandra Hill’s Deadly Angels series, of course!
I’ll be honest and say that I haven’t read this entire series yet; just this title and book four, Kiss of Wrath. (It certainly isn’t for a lack of interest…but a lack of opportunity.) That didn’t stop me from completely enjoying Dr. Sig and Marisa’s wild romp together.
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nadenetotallyaddictedtoreading's review
4.0
Vampire in Paradise by Sandra Hill This is my first time reading Sandra Hill’s work. I have heard about her, but never had the chance to read her work prior to this. I considered myself lucky to receive a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review. Although this is the fifth book in the Deadly Angels series, Vampire in Paradise can be read as a stand alone.I am a fan of paranormal romance and I love when authors bring a unique spin to the vampire genre, as such I was intrigued with the concept of a Viking vampire angel. I could not wait to sink my teeth into what I thought would be an exciting story.On completing this title I have to say that my introduction to Ms. Hill’s work turned out better than I expected. The story line is good and the characters are likeable.Vampire in Paradise tells the story of Sigurd, a Viking whose sin of envy led to him being transformed into a vampire angel aka vangel. Sigurd is a fierce warrior and a noted physician. He was sent to work undercover on the Florida Keys at a pornographic convention. His task is to destroy demon vampires who were seeking to convert as many sinners as they possible can. While on his mission he met Marissa Lopez, who was there to raise funds to save her daughter’s life. The interaction between was hilarious. It was clear that Marissa did not think much of Sigurd. She found him attractive, but she was not about to let him derail her plans. He on the other hand was determined to prevent her from taking that step as he knew her plan was dangerous. It placed her on the radar of the demon vampires.Vampire in Paradise depicts how the love of money can affect our moral compass and it shows the lengths a mother would go through to protect her child.I enjoyed this installment and I am looking forward to reading the other books in the series.