Bound and Unbound: A paranormal novella duology
Ali Hazelwood
Forged in Blood: Broken Bloodlines, Book 1
by Sadie Kincaid
About this book
A dark paranormal/fantasy romance from bestselling author, Sadie Kincaid.
Every few millennia, a child is born.
Some say they’re marked with a curse.
Others claim they possess the power of the ages.
Meet Ophelia Hart. Lover of classic literature and unicorns. An orphan with nobody in her corner—no family, no friends. But it’s her loneliness that fuels her life’s ambition to become a social worker and help the forgotten children just like her. For a foster kid with only slightly above-average grades, it feels like a pipe dream.
Except it seems that someone is looking out for Ophelia after all. When an unexpected opportunity to attend Montridge University arises, she thinks her life is finally taking a turn for the better.
Too bad she comes to the attention of the three ruthless, arrogant commanders of the Ruby Dragon Society. Three of the most feared and powerful vampires on campus.
But Ophelia doesn’t believe in vampires. Or in witches, or magic, or ancient prophecies.
Until she has no choice. Little does she know, she’s about to have her whole world turned upside down. Because there is something about Ophelia Hart. Something that captures not only the attention of the Ruby Dragon commanders, but also their powerful, enigmatic sire—Professor Alexandros Drakos.
With no idea of the power running through her veins, Ophelia must learn to trust the very men whom all others fear. And she needs to do it fast, for there are darker forces at work than those at Montridge University. Forces that were long ago Forged in Blood.
Forged in Blood is book one in a trilogy. Books 1 and 2 end on cliffhangers and book 3 is a HEA.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
- ASIN
- B0DPGMQM76
Reader Reviews
January 22, 2026
Multiple 1st person pov, Montridge University, somewhere in the US, I think. Sort of a HEA, though leaving plenty of questions for the next book, but not a true cliffhanger. 3-4 peppers spice, tiny bit of kink, and a few triggers. I very much enjoyed this book, excellent world building, not a great explanation of the magic system yet, but than we hardly touched it. Ophelia, orphaned literally before birth, discovers she has a trust fund set up to go to Montridge University specifically, not...
July 20, 2025
-Paranormal romance -Reverse harem -Bully -Dark academia I am pleased to share that I finally read this book, which had been on my reading list for some time. I found myself completely engrossed in it and did not realize I had finished it. The book is filled with a wealth of information and also prompts further contemplation. The story concludes with a significant cliffhanger. It also features elements of romance, witty dialogue, and a range of emotional experiences. I must admit, the idea of...
November 25, 2025
📖 I just devoured Forged in Blood! I picked it up and literally couldn’t put it down—I flew through it in record time. That alone shows how addictive and fast-paced the plot is! While I loved the experience, I do have a couple of reservations about certain scenes and situations—some parts were honestly pretty gross and killed the vibe a bit (vampire or not 😅). But I keep reminding myself that it’s fiction, not real 😅 🎧 Also, the audiobook was fantastic and made the whole experience even...
November 25, 2025
](https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_avp?ie=UTF8&nodeId=G8UYX7LALQC8V9KA) 📖 I just devoured Forged in Blood! I picked it up and literally couldn’t put it down—I flew through it in record time. That alone shows how addictive and fast-paced the plot is! While I loved the experience, I do have a couple of reservations about certain scenes and situations—some parts were honestly pretty gross and killed the vibe a bit (vampire or not 😅). But I keep reminding...
November 14, 2024
In this intriguing novel, I found myself drawn into the fascinating storyline and captivating plot, which kept me turning the pages eagerly. The author expertly weaves romance and smut in a way that's engaging and satisfying, offering a balance that many readers will undoubtedly appreciate. However, my journey through the story wasn't without its challenges. While I understand the author's intent to create suspense and maintain an air of mystery, I felt that too much crucial information was...
