Collared by the Vampire Prince

This is the first book of two and having read this one, I am really looking forward to the next book in the series!

The characters were well developed and I loved the mix of personalities and getting to know them as they book progressed

The book had a well developed and planned out storyline and I thought it was really well written. It really held my attention and I flew through the pages as I wanted to find out what was happening – not one for the feint hearted!

The characters were well developed and I loved the mix of personalities and getting to know them as they book progressed

It is 4 stars from me for this one, I really enjoyed it – highly recommended

Let’s start off by saying HOLY SPICE 🌶️🌶️ The scenes in this book are not for the faint of heart! I love a good vampire/ werewolf romance. Nathaniel is closed off and cold while Kira is strong willed and determined. She has one goal in her life and that’s to join the highest ranking pack and do away with all vampires.

The tension between her and Nathaniel’s first meeting was already at an all time high and only escalated from there!

THE ENDING had me screaming! I did not see that coming at all!

I cannot wait to read the second book!

**Review of *Collared by the Vampire Prince* by Darcy Fayton**

If you're looking for a book that blends irresistible romance with a touch of danger and a whole lot of spice, then *Collared by the Vampire Prince* by Darcy Fayton is an absolute must-read!

From the very first page, Fayton draws you into a world where passion and peril intertwine seamlessly. The chemistry between the protagonist and the enigmatic vampire prince is electric, making every encounter sizzle with intensity. It's not just the steamy scenes that make this book stand out, but the depth of the characters and the intricate plot that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

The narrative is hot and spicy, delivering all the thrills and chills you could hope for. Fayton's writing is sharp and engaging, painting a vivid picture of a world where forbidden love and high stakes create a truly captivating story. I loved how the characters' dynamics evolved, adding layers of complexity and excitement to the romance.

Overall, *Collared by the Vampire Prince* is a tantalizing read that balances heat with heart, making it a standout in the genre. If you're a fan of paranormal romance with a spicy twist, this book is definitely worth adding to your collection!

A dark romance with vampires and werewolfs! And I mean DARK! But don't be scarred ;)

It was an interesting story with a lot of spice and funny moments, but defently Trigger Warnings!
Oh and what a cliffhanger!!!

Collared by the Vampire Prince is book one in the Kira & Nathaniel's Duet by Darcy Fayton.
This paranormal romance is wonderfully dark, and spicy.
I enjoyed every single minute reading it.
And I can’t wait to get book two.

The tale centers around Kira, a fierce wolf shifter, who arrives at the imposing Volmasque Academy—a castle where her kind is tragically reduced to mere playthings for their vampiric overlords. The setting is rich with atmospheric descriptions that bring eerie beauty to the narrative, setting the stage for an exploration of power, revenge, and unexpected romance.
From the very first page, Kira is a force to be reckoned with. Fueled by a burning desire for revenge against the vampire lords, her determination to unite the wolf packs signifies her strength and resilience. Fayton skillfully crafts Kira’s character, making her both relatable and inspiring as she navigates her captor’s world with a blend of cunning and defiance. Nathaniel, the arrogant vampire prince who collared her, is written as a complex antagonist—initially portrayed as the quintessential dark ruler, he gradually reveals a more vulnerable side that complicates the power dynamics of their relationship.
The enemies-to-lovers trope thrives in this novel, giving rise to sizzling chemistry between Kira and Nathaniel. Their confrontations crackle with tension, showcasing Fayton’s ability to blend romance with a biting sense of conflict. As Kira fights against her circumstances, Nathaniel’s attraction to her becomes a double-edged sword. He’s torn between his duty as a prince and the raw, forbidden desire that Kira ignites within him. This internal conflict not only humanizes Nathaniel but also adds layers to their connection, challenging the conventional boundaries of power and submission.
While some plot points may tread familiar ground in the paranormal romance genre, Fayton’s unique world-building and strong character development breathe new life into the narrative. The book’s pacing is brisk, ensuring that readers remain hooked from Kira’s initial arrival at the academy to the climactic confrontations that shape her fate.
I highly recommend this book! Especially to fans of dark romance and supernatural.

“I will never abandon you, pet. You will always belong to me.”

Kira has spent years in hiding among the humans but shifts to her wolf form as a plan to be reported to the vampire authorities.

As an act of revenge, she gets herself enrolled at the academy that is run by the Vampire king. Where not only do vampires attend but wolf shifters are trained to be pets to their masters.

“Last chance, pet. I will not ask you again. Will you be good for me?”
Nathaniel is used to always getting what and who he wants. When he meets the strong-willed Kira who won’t easily bow down to him. He has his eyes set on making her his.

“Watch out, Nathaniel. This wolf has fangs.”
Victoria is one of my favorite characters and Nathaniel’s best friend. As the story continues we learn that not only is Nathaniel powerful, but he is so much more.

“My dear pet…over the coming days, I will show you exactly how a vampire prince claims his wife. In the meantime, your body will make for good practice.”

From obsession, determination, revenge, and desire.

Can Kira get the wolf packs to gain control back from the vampires? Will Nathaniel continue to follow in his father’s footsteps?

I loved this book and devoured it in a couple of hours! That cliffhanger was brutal!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 Stars
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5 Spice

Collared by the Vampire Prince by Darcy Fayton, was much more addictive then I first thought. I ended up staying up late wanting to keep reading this book and I was excited to start reading this book, which made it an automatic 5 stars for me. This book does have some very touchy and taboo trigger warnings though, so if you are planning on diving into this book please read those first.

This book follows Kira, a wolf shifter who was found at the age of 19 by Nathaniel who is a vampire prince. He has to take her to an academy where Wolf Shifters and vampires attend together. There the wolf shifters do have a part to play since the Vampires are the ones who make the rules, but overall there is drama to unfold. In the meantime Kira has to navigate how she is to deal with Nathaniel who is showing more of a hands-on interest to her, and also navigate being able to still be the same wolf she was before coming to the academy.

I can’t say it enough that I loved the dynamic between Nathaniel and Kira. Is it healthy, no, but I would call this one of my junk food type books. I felt like the plot and the spice was about equal in scale and I heavily enjoyed the relationship. Again I could not get enough of Kira trying to fight against Nathaniel. This gave vibes similar to Ruby Dixon so I think if you like Ruby Dixon books, then there is a good chance you will like this book.

So the one complaint I have is that this ended on a cliffhanger, and I need the next book. I haven’t been able to pick it up yet, but it is definitely on the top of my list of books to get next, as I want to know what happens. The cliffhanger was a little evil, but it was fine because it did really make me excited to read the next book immediately.

So freaking good! Isaw a couple of twists coming but they were more twisty than expected!

I love Kira, how ferocious and strong she is. And Nathaniel's behaviour towards her, starting from the middle of the book is amazing. Their enemies to lovers arc is incredible to read.

And do we need to talk about the spice? There's none at the beginning, but when it starts... wow, just wow!

Wow! I did not expect this spiceee but wow just wow! I loveee ittt!!

This is the first book in Kira and Nathaniel’s Duet. Its follows the spicyy relationship between wolf and vampire in a world where Vampires are superior and wolves are seen as second class and are forced to attend Volmasque Academy where there lives are pretty much dictated by the Vampires.

Kira is a head strong Wolf set on bringing on a revolution for the Wolves against the Vampires but must fight her inner turmoil of feelings for Nathaniel, a Vampire set on claiming her as his own and making her his pet!

I could not put this book down, it had m gripped very quickly! I only wished there was more of the plot in this but knowing now that there is a second book I'm hopeful for more of that in there!!

I highly recommend this to anyone who love a dark romance with a very dominanting relationship between the two MC!

Cannot wait to get started on the next one!!

This was exactly what I wanted it to be! So damn spicy and I was hooked instantly! This book got me out of a reading slump!

Collared by the Vampire Prince by Darcy Fayton is perfect book for a dark twisted romance reader. This book previously known as Plug and Claim which I’ve also read and reviewed.

This book have a high sexual tension, paranormal romance, BDSM, plenty of explicit spicy scenes, family enemy, enemy to lover, suspense, angst, plot twist, heart breaking moments and tears. This book really hooked me up. It is a hate and love at the same time, slow burn but intense, hard and soft romance. I love everything about the BDSM scenes in this book. It got dom and sub, praise and toys, which really make this book more spicy. I almost got a heart attack when it's come to the end of book 1. The last scene are major cliffhanger which make me really desperate to read book 2.

I'll definitely be waiting for more books from Darcy Fayton and I'm really need to read book 2 or else I'm gonna die in a heart attack.

Holy enemies-to-lovers Batman. That being said let me ensure I'm clear when I tell you that this book is very much erotica. If you're looking for plot heavy world building with little spice this read is NOT for you.

Now that we've gotten that out of the way let me say that this book was a tantalizing read. Each bit of spice was well punctuated by both plot development and character growth. From a spice perspective definitely read the trigger warnings because while it was well written it is also a variety of kinky and it may not be to your taste.

I loved this book! Straight away the world-building got me. The world appeared in my head and set me up for the book. The tension was there from the beginning and throughout I kept screaming “do this!” “Don’t do that!”. I felt involved. Also the smut was HOT. I was NOT prepared for that ending however. I am going to NEED to read the second book. I would highly recommend this.

Ooh, a bit dark and very smutty. Don't read if you don't like shame play, dubcon, or pet play. Ends on a cliffhanger and I'm definitely reading the second book of the duet! While this book is heavy on the smut, it also has strong compelling characters and a captivating plot! I really appreciated the trigger warnings and notes to set expectations at the beginning of the book!

🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5

Darcy sure does know how to write a dark fantasy book - the story has twists and turns, and damn right dirty scenes. The cliff hanger is really brilliant and the nods to other characters from the series is great. It is a dark romance with some strong themes so make sure you are ok with them before you read it. It is an escapism book.
Thank you to Netgalley for letting me read and review.