From the moment you start this book, you are immediately thrown right into the action. Which is something I absolutely love. This is an urban fantasy with a dark, gritty world that is full of humans, vampires, witches, and fae.

Both our main characters are morally grey and hot as hell. I loved Rae, she is so witty and clever. And Aidan is a giant, tatted dark haired vampire who wants to destroy anyone who hurts Rae. So basically, he’s perfect. This is an enemies to lovers/marriage of convenience romance. And listen, I love a good “my wife” moment which this book has a few of.

This definitely has all the makings of an amazing romantasy. I do feel that things got a little confusing and rushed toward the second half of the book. The pacing just felt off. And while the romance was great, I hope we are able to get a more in depth understanding of their feelings for each other in the books to come. I also really wanted to slow down those spicy scenes because they felt a bit rushed. After all the tension leading up to them, I really wanted to be able to savor those moments a little bit more.

Thank you so much to Netgalley for this ARC!

Never Run from an Immortal starts off a bit slow, but I’ve got a personal rule to always read until at least halfway—because that’s usually when the plot really finds its footing. This book is a great example of why that rule works. As the story unfolds, the characters deepen, the pace picks up, and it becomes hard to put down.

What stood out the most to me was the main character. She’s not your typical strong female lead—she’s deeply flawed, and that’s what makes her feel real. Her trauma has shaped her into someone fiercely independent, almost to the point of isolation. She’s terrified of caring or being cared for, especially by someone who’s technically her enemy. Watching her slowly confront those emotional walls added so much depth and tension to the story.

The male lead is also surprisingly refreshing. He’s a powerful vampire lord, but not in the usual broody, tortured way. Sure, he has insecurities and burdens, but he doesn’t let them define him. He genuinely cares about the people in his inner circle, and he’s constantly juggling the role of an all-powerful leader with a softer side that actually wants to do what’s right. That contrast made him feel layered and human—well, as human as a vampire lord can be.

Overall, Never Run from an Immortal is a slow-burn story that rewards patience. If you’re into character-driven fantasy with emotional depth, moral complexity, and a twist on the usual vampire tropes, it’s definitely worth your time.

Oh my god, oh my god.
This book hasn't even been released yet and now I am craving book two?!?!? SUFFERING.

Never Run From An Immortal genuinely had everything I need from a Romantasy.
The tension, the plot twists, the BANTER - everything had me hooked and I couldn't stop reading!

I love it when the female main character is capable and Rae is exactly that. She's such a boss, strong and capable without being annoying. Her past was heartbreaking but she wasn't whiny or anything, she truly is that girl. And her relationship with Vale, oh my god. He's grumpy but she had him wrapped around her finger. This is a slow burn so the tension was truly tensioning and by the time they gave into each other it was so full of longing and despair, I was giggling and kicking my feet.

Some of the twists I saw coming, others I didn't. And the ending? I expect some YEARNING in the second book and cannot wait to read it!!
Thank you at netgalley and the publishers for letting me read this gem. NEED BOOK TWO ASAP.

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Thank you netgalley for this Arc.

a few of my favourite quotes from this

'Eyes on me, Witch'

'Like i told you, Farren, I can feel every space you occupy in the house, everything you touch'

THIS F**KING MAN!!


She'd Run. His Wife. His Mate. His. And Aidan was going to find her.

I NEED book 2. like yesterday. that cliffhanger! i have never loved and hated a cliffhanger so much! My fiance laughing at me as i growl and shouted ughhhh no! you do not end like this NO! because of how frustrated i am knowing i have to wait for the next book. and i am ALL in for this! i cannot wait to read book 2. I stayed up all night unable to put this down till i finished. Aidan is so sweet, and rae, i must say i worked out who she was very quickly but nonetheless it was great to learn WHY she was doing what she was

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Love the premise of this book, vampires are my thing. Just felt that the writing was a bit juvenile. Did enjoy the plot.

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

Packed with secrets, deception, and plenty of twists, this book takes you on a thrilling ride. Rae Farren, a fierce vampire with a thirst for vengeance, and Aidan Vale, a ruthless vampire king searching for his stolen magic, make for an electrifying duo. You’ll be reading about their complicated, fiery relationship - definitely one of the book’s highlights.

The world-building took a bit to get into… there’s a lot!!!! Add a marriage of convenience, a badass FMC, and a world with vampires, witches, fae, and shifters, and you’ve got a plot that never slows down.

If you enjoy intense, action-packed fantasy with a touch of romance, this one’s for you!

Rae Farren, a vampire with a thirst for blood and vengeance, and Aidan Vale, a ruthless vampire king who has had his magic stolen from him. Rae is a fascinating protagonist - fierce, independent, and unafraid to speak her mind, she is a force to be reckoned with. Her thirst for blood and her desire to protect those she cares about drive her actions, and her determination to strike a deal with the enemy, even though she knows it could lead to her downfall, is a testament to her strength and bravery.
Aidan is a complex and layered character - he is ruthless and cunning, but also vulnerable and haunted by his past. His desperation to reclaim his magic and maintain his grip on the throne is palpable, and his growing attraction to Rae adds an extra layer of tension and intrigue to the story.
The chemistry between Rae and Aidan is electric, and their interactions are some of the highlights of the book. As they navigate their complicated relationship and work together to strike a deal, sparks fly and tempers flare, leading to some truly memorable scenes. Overall, this was a fun and engaging read, one I would highly recommend.

This was my first Victoria J Price book and it will NOT be my last! I really enjoyed the writing style and the unreliability and intrigue of everyone around Rae and Aiden, including themselves.

Rae and Aiden were very likable characters, as were the side characters. The magic was unique and interesting as well! I couldn’t get myself to put this book down most of the time.

I’m very eager to read the next one and would absolutely recommend this!

I really wanted to love this. I feel like it had all of the potential to be 5 stars but I just felt like I didn’t get chance to care about the characters. I’m SO sad because lots of people I know have absolutely loved this but I felt like the first half was so choppy I couldn’t enjoy the second once it got a lot better!!! I will say however the second half I was thoroughly invested in. I think I will read continuing books in this series to see how it pans out!! I just felt like the start was too all over for me to have chance to come to terms with the world building and characters!!
Thank you so much for the opportunity to read this early!

4 stars!

"You're bleeding all over the carpet. Unwise in a house full of vampires."

I struggled a bit getting into the book. There is a lot of world building and many character you need to get to know. This whole book is a wild rollercoaster ride, and the craziness starts fast and doesn't stop!

We follow Rae, who at first seems to be a very normal human girl, however she is more than meets the eye! Slowly during the book we learn more and more, she has magic, can change her appearance and has some dangerous enemies.

Next we follow Aidan - a bastard vampire - who lost his magic many years ago. He has been searching for it ever since, never really "living". However, he is obviously also keeping secrets from everyone.

When they meet they strike a deal and Rae becomes his Odilik (vampire wife). They have undeniably chemistry. Will they eventually give in? Will Aidan find his magic back? Will Rae be able to protect and save everyone?

If you like a badass FMC, marriage of convenience, set in a fantasy world with tech, with pretty much every type of fantasy character (vampires, witches, fae, shifters, humans), secrets, lies, plot twists and conspiracies, then this book is for you!

I was really excited about the premise of this book, and I really loved Rae as a character. She was sultry, witty, and had some awesome banter. I loved the gritty world with the complexities of the different races at war with one another, in a more urban setting. Overall, this story had so much potential. However, I found myself confused several times when it felt like there characters were discussing something and would hint at something that it seemed like we as the reader were suppose to understand or have figured out, yet was not self evident enough to me to figure it out. The context clues for those situations were lacking which left me wondering what I had missed and trying to go back and figure it out, only to still be left in the dark. This made it hard for me to really stay engaged in the plot because I felt like I was always missing something I was suppose to know. After about the first 30% of the book, the character development also started to fade a bit to where they seemed too simplistic and lacked continuity of character as the book went on. Overall, I think the foundation is there for a good book, but it needs more work to really make it hit the mark.

⭐️ 4.25 stars ⭐️

If you’re in the mood for an electric plot, a spicy romance, kick-ass magic and some deliciously foreshadowed secrets, do yourself a favour and read Never Run From An Immortal immediately.

Never Run From An Immortal follows thief Rae and Vampire Lord Aiden, who find their paths crossed and decide to make a life-altering bargain - each in pursuit of their own agenda. But as Rae and Aiden enter into a dangerous marriage of convenience, they realise that the stakes are higher than they ever believed.

This book has all of the makings of an epic romantasy, and provides a truly stunning foundation for the rest of the series. From the non-stop pace to the immersive world-building to the sizzling tension between our two main characters, it is a truly unforgettable read that will leave the reader pining for the next instalment.

And yet… the book feels unfinished. The occasional continuity errors pulled me out of the story and had me re-reading paragraphs or pages, wondering how I had missed crucial details. And while some moments and lines were delivered with perfectly captivating depth, others fell frustratingly flat. The potential is 1000% there, but the delivery leaves me wanting more.

3.5⭐️
I was very intrigued by the summary as I love a good urban fantasy and always look for witch and vampire books. So I was excited to jump right in! Overall I liked this book but wow there is so much happening. From the beginning we are thrown right into the action and war between all the different factions of supernatural. There are factions of fae, vampires, witches, and humans all at war with each other looking to become the ruling power. With so much happening we have an interesting and fast introduction to the main characters and what led them to this point. We really learn about the main characters through the dual pov and it’s almost like we learn right alongside them. I really began to love this world the more I read. There are so many twists and turns that I always love to see in books!

For me the best part of the book was Aidan and Rae’s relationship. I loved there enemies to lovers vampire x witch relationship and thought their marriage of convenience was a great part of the story. Their interactions and development is what made me really like this story and kept me so invested! There are so many secrets between them that we slowly learn with the dual pov, which I really appreciated seeing both of their perspectives.

I really enjoyed the whirlwind ending to this story. Everything had been building and leading up to this and I loved how it ended up happening. I’m definitely curious to see what comes next for Aidan and Rae!

Thank you to NetGalley, Victory Publishing, and Victoria J. Price for an eARC!

this is one of my favorite reads for the year!
Aidan Vale is a 200yr vampire lord. he is sexy as hell.
Rae Farren 28yr Witch, she snarky and speaks fluent sarcasm. she is such a badass! the shit she says to him. Had me cackling like a hyena.
this is packed full of action. I seriously couldn't put this down...
you need to read this! you have no idea what you're missing.

"I can feel every space you occupy in this house. Every door handle you've tested, every picture you've stopped to look at, every creaking floorboard you've avoided. There is no place you can be here that qualifies as staying out of my way."

What to expect:
🧛🏻‍♂️ enemies to lovers
🧛🏻‍♂️ marriage of convenience
🧛🏻‍♂️ forced proximity
🧛🏻‍♂️ slow burn
🧛🏻‍♂️ explicit open door spice
🧛🏻‍♂️ "my wife"
🧛🏻‍♂️ morally grey couple
🧛🏻‍♂️ dual 3rd person POV
🧛🏻‍♂️ animal companion

TW: loss of a loved one, grief, and recollection of child abuse.

I'm going to be honest. I judge a book from its cover, and I didn't have high expectations from the bland title alone. I was gladly wrong. This was binge-worthy amazing. Never Run From An Immortal is the first installment in the Immortals series. It follows Rae and Aiden as they're on the brink of war; humans, faes, and vampires are going missing in Demesia while it's being overridden with degenerates. Rae needs help as her best friend goes missing. Her solution? Enter a marriage of convenience with the Vampire Lord, Aiden Vale.

If you're a romantasy fan and have been wanting a new vampire book to obsess over, I implore you to put this on your TBR. Better yet, put the publishing date on your calendar. I was enthralled since page one, and that had to do with being immediately thrown into the immersive world-build, corruption, and chaos. Never Run From An Immortal had a simple but captivating writing-style, interesting plot, and swoon-worthy morally grey main characters.

Have you ever been so annoyed with a fictional character's antics that you wanted to throw hands? Rae was the opposite. She was one of the best fmcs I've read. She was independent, strong, hilarious, lovable, and a complete badass. Aiden was hot, possessive, broody, powerful, and embodied "touch her and die." Their character development, banter, and palpable chemistry was delicious to read. My gripe? I needed more of Rae and Bae and of course, the cutie patootie animal companions, Quinn and Ru.

This series will be my new personality. Call me Rae. I need book two NOW!

HUGE thank you to NetGalley, Victory Editing, and Victoria J. Price for the ARC!

Never Run From An Immortal was great. I was hooked from the start. I am such a sucker for a good marriage of convenience plot and this one did not disappoint!

This book managed an impressive amount of worldbuilding, action, and character development. I really liked both Rae and Aidan and their relationship was great.

Overall I would definitely recommend this to anyone who enjoys paranormal romance and I'm looking forward to reading the next book!

Thanks to NetGalley and Victoria J Price for the ARC!

Loved this book from start to finish!
The characters, the writing, everything was impeccable.
Thank you Victory Editing and NetGalley for letting me read this ARC in exchange for a review.

Rae is a headstrong, foul-mouthed silversmith working in the city. She hates vampires. A lot. But she needs access to resources only a vampire lord can get her. So she makes a bargain with one.

Aidan is a bastard vampire who furiously fought his way to become lord. He needs to find his missing power before those who would try to rob him of his throne realise it’s missing. A thief offers a bargain Aidan would be dumb to refuse.

The writing throughout this book was exquisite -no notes. The world building wasn’t forced and seamlessly integrated with the rest of the story. Everything blended so well and the story flowed impeccably. I struggled to put this book down.

I fell in love with the friendships in this book just as much as the romantic side of things. The rawness of all the relationships really shone through in the writing -and it has pets!

I think you’d enjoy this book if you’re a fan of enemies to lovers, marriage of convenience, powerful FMC, found family.

I had the amazing opportunity for this one and boy did I enjoy it! I have been completely obsessed with this book since I read it! I loved everything about this beautiful story and definitely will be checking out more books by this author

Okay wow! I usually have a harder time getting into 3rd person pov but this book was so easy to jump into!

I loved Rae she was the perfect amount of badass but soft in all the right areas and Aiden was equally as amazing while also being mysterious and alluring.

The world built in NRFAI is pretty extensive (think all the factions and magical beings included in this world) and really sets the stage for what's to come in future books.

Although you could see what was happening and where the story was headed it was still fun to read along and see how all of the characters reacted to certain things but I did have a hard time understanding why Rae decided to do what she did at the end but I am excited to see how it all plays out in book 2!

✨Never Run From An Immortal✨

Author: Victoria J. Price
Release date: June 16, 2025

Dive into this new PNR series by Victoria with me! In a world where fae, witches, humans, and vampires are at war, we get to follow a dual POV from our MCs.

Rae has always kept to herself; running and keeping secrets are her specialty. Using spells, she never looks the same twice and her motives are as hidden as her hair color. When she and our Vampire Lord MMC, Aiden, find themselves in a prison full of suspicious test subjects, a reluctant alliance that results in a delicious marriage of convenience ignites.

As war rises, betrayals abound, and the very fabric of lives are being manipulated, Rae and Aiden hope to create a better world. But the secrets Rae harbors are dark and she’s known nothing else. So much so that this new bond between them balances on a tightrope that may or may not snap.

I enjoyed the banter in this book so much. The chosen family was wonderful and I thoroughly enjoyed the growth in our MMC and the sassiness and wit of our curvy FMC.

Tropes you may find in NRFAI are marriage of convenience, witches, fae and vampires, urban fantasy feels, forced proximity, mind speak, he falls first, medium high spice (hate spice), found family, hidden identities, and a curvy badass FMC.

Thank you, Victoria and Netgalley, for this gifted arc and wonderful time. It was such a pleasure and I can’t wait to see where it goes next!