Lover Reborn

A Novel of the Black Dagger Brotherhood

By: J. R. Ward

Narrated by: Jim Frangione

Length: 23 hrs and 9 mins

Publisher's summary

Number-one New York Times best-selling author J. R. Ward’s novels of the Black Dagger Brotherhood continue, as a vampire warrior crosses the line between life and death…and ventures into an erotic world of dark dreams and darker desires.

Ever since the death of his shellan, Tohrment has been unrecognizable from the vampire leader he once was. Physically emaciated and heartbroken beyond despair, he has been brought back to the Brotherhood by a self-serving fallen angel. Now, fighting once again with ruthless vengeance, he is unprepared to face a new kind of tragedy.

When Tohr begins to see his beloved in his dreams - trapped in a cold, isolated netherworld far from the peace and tranquility of the Fade - he turns to the angel in hopes of saving the one he has lost. But because Lassiter tells him he must learn to love another to free his former mate, Tohr knows they are all doomed....

Except then a female with a shadowed history begins to get through to him. Against the backdrop of the raging war with the lessers, and with a new clan of vampires vying for the Blind King’s throne, Tohr struggles between the buried past and a very hot, passion-filled future.…But can his heart let go and set all of them free?

©2012 J.R. Ward (P)2012 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

“J.R. Ward's unique band of brothers is to die for. I love this series!” (New York Times best-selling author Suzanne Brockmann)

This book is one of my favorites out of the series so far

I am hooked on this series. But this book in particular had me on the edge of my seat from the begging. You want so much for Tohr to be happy. An ending to a book had never had me crying for being so sad, then crying for being so happy so many times. It was a roller coaster ending I will never forget.

Completely awe-struck!

Where does Lover Reborn rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I'm already a lover of The Black Dagger Brotherhood series, but this book topped them all! Plus, this was my first audiobook ever and I could see the characters, feel their emotions and all while I was working out or cooking dinner (or moreover ordering pizza so I didn't have to take a break from listening!
GREAT book and true to form for JR Ward.

What did you like best about this story?

The fantastic inflection conveyed by the narrator of emotion,physical surroundings and conflictions of the characters. I was totally drawn into their world.

Which scene was your favorite?

The slow and yet rocky emotional recovery of Thorment was spell-binding because it mimicked that of our own lives as we move through grief & heartache.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

No matter where you're from or what you've done there's always grace, mercy and love still to be had. Live your life by honoring those you treasure.

Any additional comments?

For any reader thinking how this book can't be as good as the others thru an audio version-think again! You'll so quickly find yourself wrapped up in the book that you may even lose track of time and be late to pick-up your kid(s) from the bus-stop!

Great book!

Would you consider the audio edition of Lover Reborn to be better than the print version?

Of course! With an audio book, you can work on other things as you listen, such as drive, cook, clean, and workout. These things are you as easy with a printed verison.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Lover Reborn?

It is hard to pick one. I laughed and cried thru the whole book.

Which scene was your favorite?

The Brothers support of Tohr before the Fade service.

Any additional comments?

Wow! This book was awesome! I am so glad that J.R. final completed Tohr's story. The characters were outstanding with a substance. I did not want it to end. However, I could not put it down. I cannot wait for the next book. I am eager to learn what happens to Score, Throw, Quinn, and Leila.

LOVED IT!!!!

Finally Thor is back and healing. The Brotherhood needed him, John Matthew needed him, Autumn, Lassiter and Wellsie and Thor Jr are finally where they need to be! Thank you, Warden and Jim for another fantastic read! I can't wait for more!

Ward is back with a vengence!!!!!

Would you listen to Lover Reborn again? Why?

Absolutely....I already have. Jim Frangione is the soul and voice of the brotherhood. This novel, captures the essence of pain, sorrow, and despair of lost love, while weaving a vine of hope, compassion and healing through to the thrilling end. Ward does all this without losing the testosterone kick that the BDB series is known for.

What other book might you compare Lover Reborn to and why?

That's what is so unique....no other book or series like it to my knowledge....it stands alone.

Have you listened to any of Jim Frangione’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Classic.....Frangione....he makes the books jump out at you....Book 3 and Book4 were not on audio format when I first started the series....I had to read them....I could hear his voice in my head through each book

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

Both....Ms. Ward is a master with emotion....an artful storyteller.....the best in her genre.

Any additional comments?

Keep them coming Ms. Ward....thousands of us will never tire....I'll read and reread these until I'm 90....You are phenomenal!!!!!!!!!!!

Absolutely the best!

I absolutely love this book and the entire series! And now that I have finished it ...I can’t wait until the next book comes out in March of next year! I could go on listening about Wrath, Z, Tor ...all of them forever! Their stories are so compelling and Jim Frangione is an excellent reader! Enjoy I bet you can’t put down....I didn't :)
Simply the best!

spellbinding

If you could sum up Lover Reborn in three words, what would they be?

exciting, thrilling,

What was one of the most memorable moments of Lover Reborn?

1. when tohr realizes he must let wellise go so she and is unborn child can enter into the fade.

2. when no one/autmun renames herself and when she and xhex work one their mother daughter relationship.

Have you listened to any of Jim Frangione’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

no

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

both laugh and cry

Lela & Madeline aka No One Lt.. waste of wards

Good read .. Laila & Autumn were manipulative , grasping calculating Wankers who displayed severe lack of internal awareness
They didn’t add to the story .. just dragged it on

Don’t skip it!

I know all the reviews say to skip it but please don’t! It is worth the read! Or listen in this case! I can’t believe I almost skipped over this story!!!

Love the BDB series

I was a bit annoyed at times with Tohr’s attitude and treatment of No’one/Autumn. I was equally annoyed with her personality in allowing him to treat her so horribly. I honestly skipped through some of their back and forth throughout the book. I was glad fir the numerous back stories throughout to keep my attention. I was especially glad to see JM and Xhex again! The editing of the audible book was done poorly with the next chapter being stated before Jim Frangione had a chance to get the last word out from the previous chapter. Not fault if Jim’s but the editing process. I’m looking forward to the next book to see what happens with the king, Layla, Quinn, and Xcor!