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  • Monica

    Book Discussion - Destined for An Early Grave (#4)

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    ***This discussion has spoilers. If you have not yet read Destined for an Early Grave, please turn back. We wouldn’t want to spoil the story for you.***

    Overview:
    Her deadly dreams leave her in grave danger...

    Since half-vampire Cat Crawfield and her undead lover Bones met six years ago, they've fought against the rogue undead, battled a vengeful Master vampire, and pledged their devotion with a blood bond. Now it's time for a vacation. But their hopes for a perfect Paris holiday are dashed when Cat awakes one night in terror. She's having visions of a vampire named Gregor who's more powerful than Bones and has ties to her past that even Cat herself didn't know about. Gregor believes Cat is his and he won't stop until he has her. As the battle begins between the vamp who haunts her nightmares and the one who holds her heart, only Cat can break Gregor's hold over her. She'll need all the power she can summon in order to bring down the baddest bloodsucker she's ever faced . . . even if getting that power will result in an early grave.

    Primary Characters:
    Catherine Crawfield: "Cat" or "Kitten" (by Bones) - Half Vampire/Half Human

    Bones: "Crispin Phillip Arthur Russell III" - Master Vampire; Cat's husband

    Spade: "Baron Charles DeMortimer" - Master Vampire; Bones' best mate

    Gregor: "Dreamsnatcher" – Vampire, Claiming that he and Cat belong together

    Vlad Tepesh: "Dracula" - Master Vampire with pyrokinetic powers; A somewhat mysterious character and not always a protagonist

    Justina Crawfield: Cat's mom

    Tate Bradley: Vampire member of the vampire hunting team

    Apollyon: Ghoul

    Juan: Vampire member of the vampire hunting team

    Marie Laveau: The voodoo queen of New Orleans, Ghoul

    Cooper: Member of Cat's vampire hunting team

    Annette: Vampire

    Geri: Cat's female replacement on the vampire hunting team

    Jacques: Ghoul working for Marie Laveau

    Fabian du Brac: Ghost

    Lucius: Gregor's servant

    Cannelle: Gregor's human servant

    Denise MacGregor: Human; Cat's best friend

    Mencheres: Bones' grandsire

    Liza: Ghoul made by Bones

    Donald Williams: "Don" - Cat's boss and uncle

    Did you love, like or hate this book? Have a favorite character, moment, or quote? Maybe unresolved questions? Share them with us here. We love a lively discussion, just remember to keep it fun and friendly.

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  • Jonetta (Ejaygirl)
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    I loved and hated this book! Loved it because it was so good and hated it because it was so emotionally wrenching. Really, Bones is livid with Cat, she thinks she's saving him by going to Gregor and he looks like he's moving on and Cat looks like she's going to seek comfort elsewhere.

    When things righted themselves, Bones admonishment to Cat stuck with me. He's a master vampire...why wouldn't she realize he had some super skills? This is the book where I believe Cat really started her transformation in their relationship. She's still headstrong but understands Bones is her partner.

    This book was an all nighter for me as I couldn't put it down.

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    • Monica
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      Yes, I agree, this is definitely where Cat re-evaluates her behavior and grows up.

      This book was gut-wrenching and heart-breaking, and I even knew that Cat and Bones would be back together. Oh, but it was so hard to read some of those parts!

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    • Jonetta (Ejaygirl)
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      While I knew they would get back together, I struggled with how (and if) I was going to forgive Bones for cheating on Cat. I spent most of that book believing this was going to be an issue!

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    • Monica
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      Same. I didn't know how I could forgive him for something like that. Phew! My worries were for naught. But before I knew that, I was so stressed out!

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    • Kris
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      It was SUCH an emotional rollercoaster. I really felt bad for Justina! And, Gregor made me so angry (shakes fist in air). I'm going to stop there as I'm getting all worked up again. lol

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    • Jonetta (Ejaygirl)
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      Lol! Felt the same way.

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  • Amanda H
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    I was torn up by this book. It was heartbreaking to watch them hurt each other, even if it was unintentional. I couldn't put the book down because I just had to get the happy ending!

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    • Jonetta (Ejaygirl)
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      I think I dropped a tear or two for Cat when she believed Bones had moved on.

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    • Monica
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      I'm pretty sure I did, too. That was so hard to watch unfold. And she tried to be so strong.

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  • Joand2girls
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    I just started this book and I already hate Gregor. Although I must say so far I give him kuddos for being smart and his talent is quite spooky being able to snatch someone from a dream - wow. It will take me a few days to finish this one as it is my car listening book so I only get about 1 1/2 hrs to listen a day.

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    • Jonetta (Ejaygirl)
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      Get ready to go sit in your car and listen...this one is real tough to put down!

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    • Joand2girls
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      I guess I will have to be late to work a few days and when I arrive late at home will just blame it on bad traffic :)

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  • Fighting Irish Fan
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    I'm about halfway through, and I'm so mad. What the heck is Bones doing. I'm sure he has a point somewhere in this, but geeze. Give the girl a break.

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    • Jonetta (Ejaygirl)
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      You are SO feeling what we all felt at this point in the story.

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    • Fighting Irish Fan
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      I seriously cried when he walked out on her! :(

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    • Jonetta (Ejaygirl)
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      So did I. I remember feeling devastated.

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    • Erin L
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      That was SO hard to read! I can remember my husband telling me he didn't like this book because it was making me cranky. My response was ... "I can't help it, I'm losing my faith in Bones" to which he responded with an eye roll as he walked away :o).

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  • Tracyseb

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    Wow... What an emotional and crazy book.. When Bones went off on Cat after she returned from Gregor.. I felt like he was ripping MY heart out.. And then her going with Vlad.. I knew that would be an issue.. I was hoping the whole time that Bones wasn't cheating.. and when he asked "where is she?" on the helicopter when he was pulled from New Orleans.. I just knew it was all an act.. But then her going with Vlad and Bones going after her. But Vlad was such a good friend to her in this book. And... I am wondering what is going on with Don.. He didn't look good.. Vlad knew something, but didn't say anything.. I hope he isn't sick..

    And poor Justine.. who knows what she endured with Gregor.... and then Rodney....

    And what the heck is going on with Cat being a vampire.. yet NOT being a vampire? Crazy....

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    • Jonetta (Ejaygirl)
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      I love your fresh perspective because it brings it all back for me.

      I was convinced Bones was cheating and I didn't kow how I'd ever get past this issue. It just sickened me. I understood his anger...why Cat can't remember he's a powerful master vampire escapes me.

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