Lover Forbidden, J.R. Ward
Lover Forbidden, J.R. Ward
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Lover Forbidden

Bestseller

Author: J.R. Ward

Series: The Black Dagger Brotherhood series #23

Narrator: Jim Frangione

Unabridged: 14 hr 4 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/09/2025


Synopsis

The aristocracy is making a run for the throne in this star-crossed paranormal romance entry in J.R. Ward’s “delicious, erotic, and thrilling” (Nicole Jordan, New York Times bestselling author) #1 New York Times bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood series.

When Lyric goes out for a night in Caldwell, New York, a brush with death is not on her bingo card—and she’s totally not ready for the man who risks his own life by shielding her with his very big, very enticing body. Her family, especially her sire Qhuinn, are so relieved she’s okay, but afterward, all she can think about is her mysterious savior.

Even though humans and vampires are not supposed to mix, Lyric seeks out Devlin, and they are immediately drawn to each other. Her near-death experience gives her a fresh thirst for life. Devlin finds it impossible to continue his loner ways whenever he looks into her eyes. As passion ignites, both have their own reasons for keeping things short-term—and that’s before a betrayal that cuts to the core tears them apart.

In the end, as the Black Dagger Brotherhood hunts a traitor, and terrible truths are revealed, Lyric has to decide whether the forbidden can ever be forgiven…in the name of true love.

About J.R. Ward

J.R. Ward is the #1 New York Times bestselling author behind the wildly popular Black Dagger Brotherhood series, known for its darkly romantic world of warrior vampires, gripping action, and emotional depth. With a background in law and a love for storytelling that began in childhood, Ward has built a universe where danger and desire collide in unforgettable ways. Her books, often blending urban fantasy with paranormal romance, have earned her a devoted global fanbase. When she's not writing, she enjoys spending time with her family, her dogs, and indulging her obsession with all things pop culture and classic rock.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Faye on June 06, 2025

I NEVER GET TIRED OF THESE BOOKS.........more

Goodreads review by Helen on September 04, 2025

This story was action packed from start to finish, and I loved how many different creatures we got to meet along the way. It’s written in third person( my favorite) because it lets you really dive into the minds of the characters and understand them on a deeper level. By the end, I wasn’t ready to l......more

Goodreads review by Marie on September 10, 2025

Okay, where do I begin with this book review? I managed to read it in a couple of hours. Did I love it? No, I enjoyed the beloved a bit more than this book. I struggled to be captivated by the couple. Lyric didn’t feel like a full fleshed character and Dev felt forgettable but at the end of the book......more

Goodreads review by Danielle on September 05, 2025

**𝑨𝑹𝑪 𝑹𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘** 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒃𝒊𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒏 𝒃𝒚 𝑱. 𝑹. 𝑾𝒂𝒓𝒅 (𝑩𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒌 𝑫𝒂𝒈𝒈𝒆𝒓 𝑩𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒅 #23) Release Date: September 9, 2025 4.5⭐️4🌶 Of course, I'm completed and utterly sucked back into the Black Dagger Brotherhood World again! Why are you surprised? With all the dark broody overly-protective vampire males...I'm just......more

Goodreads review by TheBdaggerB on August 31, 2025

I was so lucky to receive an ARC of Lover Forbidden from Gallery books ,and holy Lassiter, WHAT👏A👏RIDE!👏 Nostalgia was a feeling that filled my heart often while reading this masterpiece. I was "home" again. With many of the people I've known for what’s soon to be two decades,making their appearance.......more


Quotes

"Narrator Jim Frangione returns the listener to Caldwell, New York, where vampires live, unbeknownst to humans. When Lyric, a female vampire, is saved from a flying billboard by a stranger named Devlin, sparks fly between them. Yet vampires are being hunted by “lessers,” humans without souls, who want to kill them. Lyric’s family helps fight the lessers, and Frangione ratchets up the tension during the moments of battle. As Lyric copes with the impending death of her grandmother, Frangione brings out her grief. Devlin cares for Lyric but recognizes the barriers between them, and Frangione’s performance expresses his frustration. Frangione can be counted on to deliver all the drama and passion in this novel."