Lover Enshrined

The story of Lover Enshrined revolves around the character of Phury, who is one of the members of the Black Dagger Brotherhood. Phury is a warrior who has always put the needs of his brothers before his own. He has been in love with his twin brother’s mate, Bella, for a long time, but he has never acted on his feelings. Instead, he has chosen to numb his pain with drugs and alcohol.

The novel begins with Phury struggling with his addiction and his feelings for Bella. He is also dealing with the aftermath of the events that took place in the previous book, Lover Unbound, where his brother Vishous was captured and tortured by the Omega, the Brotherhood’s enemy.

Phury is tasked with finding a new mate for the Chosen, a group of female vampires who are destined to mate with the members of the Brotherhood. The Chosen are in danger of becoming extinct, and it is up to Phury to find a solution to this problem.

As Phury tries to fulfill his duties, he meets Cormia, a Chosen who has been selected to be his mate. Cormia is different from the other Chosen, and Phury is drawn to her. However, he is still struggling with his addiction and his feelings for Bella, which makes it difficult for him to accept Cormia as his mate.

Meanwhile, the Omega is still a threat to the Brotherhood, and they must find a way to defeat him once and for all. The Brotherhood also has to deal with the Lessening Society, a group of humans who are working with the Omega to destroy the vampires.

As the story progresses, Phury must confront his addiction and his feelings for Bella. He also has to learn to accept Cormia as his mate and fulfill his duties as a member of the Brotherhood. The novel also explores the relationships between the other members of the Brotherhood, including Vishous, who is still dealing with the trauma of his captivity.

The audiobook version of Lover Enshrined is narrated by Jim Frangione, who has narrated all of the books in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series. Frangione’s narration is excellent, and he brings the characters to life with his voice. He is able to capture the emotions of the characters and convey the intensity of the action scenes.

One of the strengths of the audiobook version of Lover Enshrined is the pacing. The novel is almost 20 hours long, but Frangione’s narration keeps the story moving at a steady pace. The audiobook is engaging and never feels slow or boring.

Another strength of the audiobook is the character development. J.R. Ward is known for her complex characters, and Frangione’s narration brings them to life. Phury is a complicated character, and Frangione is able to capture his struggles with addiction and his conflicting emotions. Cormia is also a well-developed character, and Frangione is able to convey her innocence and her growing feelings for Phury.

The audiobook also does an excellent job of conveying the action scenes. J.R. Ward is known for her intense fight scenes, and Frangione’s narration brings them to life. The action scenes are exciting and intense, and Frangione’s narration adds to the tension.

One of the weaknesses of the audiobook is the length. At almost 20 hours long, the audiobook can be daunting for some listeners. However, the pacing and the engaging narration make the length less of an issue.

Another weakness of the audiobook is the complexity of the story. The Black Dagger Brotherhood series is known for its complex world-building and intricate plotlines. Some listeners may find the story confusing, especially if they have not read the previous books in the series.

Overall, the audiobook version of Lover Enshrined is an excellent addition to the Black Dagger Brotherhood series. Jim Frangione’s narration is engaging and brings the characters to life. The pacing is steady, and the action scenes are intense. While the length and complexity of the story may be daunting for some listeners, the audiobook is a must-listen for fans of the series.