Edge of Dawn

A Midnight Breed Novel

By: Lara Adrian

Narrated by: Hillary Huber

Length: 11 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

In this pulse-pounding and thrillingly sensual novel, New York Times best-selling author Lara Adrian returns to the mesmerizing world of the Midnight Breed, following new characters into a dark future where an uneasy peace can unravel into war - and a great betrayal can mask an all-consuming love.

Twenty years after the terror of First Dawn - when mankind learned that vampires lived secretly among them - the threat of violence reigns as the two species struggle to coexist. The only group preserving the fragile harmony is the Order, an elite cadre of Breed warriors dedicated to protecting humans and vampires alike. And in this precarious world of torn loyalties and shattered trust, Mira, a fiery squad captain, finds that every fight bears an intensely personal cost.

Raised among the Order, Mira has always believed in the warrior’s code of swift - and even lethal - justice. But the one thing she desires more than the Order’s hard-won acceptance is Kellan Archer, a sexy but troubled Breed fighter. In love with him since childhood, Mira once broke through his tough exterior during an unexpected night of rapture, but the next day he mysteriously disappeared, never to return.

Kellan didn’t think he would ever see Mira again - or have to confront the truth of why he left. After abandoning the Order years ago, he now leads a band of human rebels intent on carrying out their own vigilante rule of law. Yet a high-profile kidnapping assignment brings him face-to-face with the past he sought to avoid, and the striking woman he has tried desperately to forget. And as tensions mount and the risk of bloodshed grows, Kellan and Mira must take sides - between the competing missions that dominate their lives, and the electrifying passion that claims their hearts.

©2013 Lara Adrian (P)2013 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"Evocative, enticing, erotic." (J. R. Ward, best-selling author of Lover Mine)

"A riveting novel that will keep readers mesmerized.... If you like romance combined with heart-stopping paranormal suspense, you’re going to love this book." ( BookPage, on Darker After Midnight)

"A fast-paced tale of romantic suspense and intense realistic characters.... Adrian compels people to get hooked on her storylines." ( Romance Reviews Today, on Shades of Midnight)

Next Gen Breeds - Blew Me Away!!!

After reading Darker After Midnight (book 10) I was completely satisfied with the "series ending" but was sad to say good-bye to the Breed. I didn't think there were anymore stories left to tell and I was happy the author decided to end it before it got old and too tired.

So when I saw Lara Adrian wrote another Midnight Breed book, I thought "what the heck, this can't be good". Boy was I wrong! Edge of Dawn and the next generation of Breed Warriors BLEW ME AWAY! This book was non-stop action from start to finish. Despite all the old familiar faces and characters we've come to love, this book had a whole new twist.

I won't give away any spoilers for the die-hard fans, but there is a huge bombshell in this book that just made my heart stop! This is how you take a great series into a whole new and exciting direction. Just brilliant!!

I can't wait until the next installment!

Who, What - Get Your Bookmarks Set

I don't suggest this installment if you are new to the Midnight Breed series, this is not the best book in the series to start with. I think Lara explains what has happened in other installments, but a new listener might be overwhelmed by all of characters in Edge of Dawn.

**Caution: There are many new and reintroduced characters. I suggest you set your bookmarks when new characters are introduced.**

I was worried I might be disappointed when I realized there was such a large time gap between Book 10 and Book 11.

Lara Adrian did not disappoint, she did a great job catching us up with old characters and introducing the next generation of characters. Lara Adrian and Hilary Huber did not disappoint.

I literally cheered during the big showdown. It was G R E A T.

Awesome Series!!

Where does Edge of Dawn rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I have listened to several series. Dark Series, Black Brother Hood and now this one. I have enjoyed the characters and the story so much I hate when I reach the end. I know its not the end of the series but I will have to wait for the next book.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Edge of Dawn?

the series changes into the children of the order being the warriors and you have to learn all new characters but its exciting and new.

Which character – as performed by Hillary Huber – was your favorite?

Mira

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes because it was the turning book in the series.

Any additional comments?

thank you for this series please keep writing!

Good, but not great

Maybe I'm getting a little bored with this series, but I just never really got into this book. The futuristic setting turned me off a little from the beginning and I had to make myself return to it several times. The story line is fine and I like Mira and Kellen as characters. I especially like that Mira was made into a warrior as opposed to a shielded wimp.

This narrator usually does an exceptional job, but there were a few parts that were completely off in terms of emotion and inflection.

It is worth a credit, especially if you like the series overall. It just wasn't one of my favorites.

THIS IS THE NEWEST WINNER IN CHIVALRY AND ROMANCE!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, I have read every book on the breed by Lara Adrian and I have never been disappointed. It seems she just keeps getting better and better to the point I can hardly wait for the next in the series.I

What other book might you compare Edge of Dawn to and why?

Edger of Dawn might be closely compared to Darker after Midnight in that Dragos forces the warriors to come forward in order to protect "The Order" and Mankind.

What about Hillary Huber’s performance did you like?

Hillary Huber does a fantastic job with her performance every time. Using only the nuance of her voice and the spacing the characters each came alive.

Intriguing

Great narrator.

Fresh new storyline! My love of this series has been revitalized! Can't wait to read the rest of the series!

Awesome Book

What did you love best about Edge of Dawn?

I love the new direction the Breed Warriors are going with the new generation warriors, and their new enemy they will need to take down.

What did you like best about this story?

Mira and Kellan's relationship

What does Hillary Huber bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I love the way Hillary can manage so many different voices and make them all sound great.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, yes and yes

Any additional comments?

Lara Adrian is such a great writer and I would love to be inside her mind for a day!!

wow

so. atlantians.
I only got one more book. book 12 so bring them on!!!!-.I'm ready.

VT. FAN

Would you listen to Edge of Dawn again? Why?

I DID LISTEN TO IT AGAIN. I LOVE THE WORLD ADRIAN BRINGS TO LIFE IN THIS SERIES. SHE FLAWLESSLY ENTERED INTO A NEW GENERATION OF THE BREED WITHOUT LEAVING THE CHARACTERS BEHIND THAT MADE THIS SERIES.

What other book might you compare Edge of Dawn to and why?

J R WARDS SERIES OR THE PHOENIX PACK SERIES. ALSO FOR THOSE WHO LIKE THIS GENRE AND STORY LINE TRY SUZANNE WRIGHT "HERE BE SEXIST VAMPIRE" GREAT SERIES OR TERESA GABLEMAN SERIES BOTH ARE GREAT.

What does Hillary Huber bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

ACTUALLY I HAVE BOTH BOOK AND AUDIO AND THERE ARE VERY FEW TIMES THAT I LIKE AUDIO OVER BOOK EVEN THOUGH I HAVE OVER 700 AUDIOBOOKS. BUT MIRA WAS LESS WHINY AND LESS OF A DOORMAT FOR KELLAN.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

BOTH. ANGRY AND FRUSTRATED BECAUSE MIRA WAS SUPPOSE TO BE SUCH A BAD ASS BUT IS WAS ALL IN HER OWN MIND BECAUSE YOU NEVER REALLY SAW ANY OF THE BAD ASS IN HER AT ALL. SHE EITHER CRIED, WHINED OR BEGGED(SHE BEGGED A LOT FOR KELLAN TO CHOSE HER I WANTED TO JUMP THRU MY IPOD AND SMACK HER TELL HER TO HAVE SOME PRIDE).

Any additional comments?

EVEN THOUGH MIRA WAS MY LEAST FAVORED CHARACTER IN ANY OF THE BREED SERIES BOOKS(LOVED HER AS A CHILD IN PREVIOUS BOOKS THOUGH) I WOULD NEVER GIVE UP ON THIS SERIES AND ALL THE NEW GENERATION OF BREED WARRIORS AND THEIR POSSIBLE STORY LINES HAS ME THRILLED THAT THIS SERIES WILL CONTINUE. ADRIAN SURE LEFT A CLIFF HANGER ENDING. AND THE CARROT DANGLER POSSIBLE NEXT STORYLINE WITH NATHAN AND JORDANA. CANT WAIT.

Can't wait for more!!

Great read from beginning to end. Leaves the door WIDE open for more books, with a new foes & new romantic pairings. Can't wait for the next installment!