In an imaginary future, the world is controlled by humans who rule over vampires with an iron fist. Society is divided and ‘third species’ are both feared and discriminated against. Additional seeds of unrest are sown by whispers of a vampire prophecy foretelling the overthrow of the human regime.

Blackthorn itself is the most impoverished of several administrative districts – a real melting pot for vampires, lycans and humans – and a subsequent hive of social unrest.

This dark and dystopian backdrop is the perfect setting for intense forbidden romances – romances that will not only [...]

Fellow GT reviewer Molly and I are big fans of Lindsay J. Pryor's Blackthorn series, and edgy story universe set in the gritty urban sprawl of Blackthorn, teeming with supernaturals who would just as soon eat you for dinner as take you out to one... the wining and dining you option is much less likely, actually. Ms. Pryor's Blackthorn series rides the line between paranormal romance and urban fantasy, with the best aspects of both. Each story (so far) has at least a happily-for-now ending and the characters are strong, punchy, and not afraid to get in your face and up close & personal - with all their snark, confident swagger, and dark humor. Molly and I were eager for an [...]

Blood Roses was an awesome continuation of the Blackthorn series. Not only are Pryor’s characters and fathomlessly dark love stories fabulous, but her continual world building of Blackthorn blows me away. Blood Roses is a highly recommended read!

Read the first 3 chapters of Lindsay J. Pryor's upcoming Blood Roses, the second installment in the wickedly dark new Blackthorn paranormal romance series. A gritty blend of urban fantasy where you think the couple might not get their "happily ever after" and steamy paranormal romance, Blackthorn is an explosive new series from an up-and-coming debut author who will knock your socks off!