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The Jaded Hunter
By Michelle M. Pillow
Tribes of the Vampire Series Book #2
From bestselling author Michelle M. Pillow, The Jaded Hunter is a paranormal and urban fantasy romance, perfect for fans of Filthy Rich Vampires.
Duty demands they be enemies. Fate has other plans.
Vampire Hunter Jaden MacNaughton has been raised to do one thing—kill vampires. As a dhampir (half human/half vampire), she possesses supernatural gifts that better equip her to deal with the creatures of the night. Never has she doubted her purpose nor the sacrifices she’s had to make…until the night a mission goes terribly wrong.
The ruling council of the eight vampire tribes sends Tyr, a Dark Knight and member of a secret group of immortal enforcers, to punish Jaden for her crimes against them. Cold, powerful, and unyielding, Tyr embodies everything she despises… yet something about him sets her blood on fire.
In a world where loyalty means everything and betrayal is met with deadly consequences, they find themselves struggling against everything they were trained to do. Neither can deny the fierce attraction igniting between them, but that attraction will destroy them both.
The second book in the Tribes of the Vampires quartet, which starts with Redeemer of Shadows and continues with Eternally Bound.
Perfect for fans of Anne Rice, J.R. Ward, and dark romance lovers craving a seductive blend of gothic intrigue and morally gray antiheroes.
Genre, Tropes & Themes
Genre
Vampire Romance • Dark Paranormal Romance • Urban Fantasy Romance • Rescue Romance • Gothic Romance • Enemies to Lovers Romance • Action Romance • Antihero Romance • Morally Gray Romance • Dark Fantasy Romance • Forbidden Love Romance • Redemption Romance
Tropes
Dark Vampires Who Don’t Sparkle • Vampire Hunter Falls for a Vampire • Dhampir & Half-Blood Hero • Enemies to Lovers • Dark Secret Keeps Them Apart • Damaged Lead Finds HEA • Morally Gray Hero • Dark Protector • Antihero Love Interest • Ruthless Heroine • Redemption Arc • Forbidden Love • Secret Organization • Dark Knight • Marked by the Beast • Tragic Backstory • Tortured Soul
Themes
Duty vs. Desire • Redemption and Guilt • Love as Salvation • Betrayal and Loyalty • Fate vs. Free Will • Identity and Self-Discovery • Darkness and Light • Breaking the Cycle of Violence • Inner Darkness and Acceptance • Forgiveness and Healing
Book Details
Book Info
| Print Pages | Hours to Read | Total Words |
| 612 | 9 – 10 Hours | 107K |
Original Copyright Release Date: 2004/10/22
Reading Order
Tribes of the Vampire Reading Order
- Redeemer of Shadows
- The Jaded Hunter
- Eternally Bound
- In Her Shadows
Content Warnings
CW: Michelle M. Pillow’s books contain adult subject matter, graphic violence, and are not suitable for all audiences.
Book Heal Levels: Spicy Carnal
What Readers Are Saying
★★★★★
A Fallen Angels Recommended Read!
5 Stars!
“JadedHunter is a spectacular story…The characters had a lot of chemistry, and set the pages on fire with their passion…Truly a joy to read, I couldn’t put it down until I was done.”
★★★★★
5 Stars! “Truly a wickedly dark, delicious tale!”
★★★★★
5 Stars! “…I highly recommend it, and the whole series. And this must be 10 stars since I gave it five stars twice!”
Recommended Reading for Vampire Romance Fans.
“The Jaded Hunter is a fast paced read with a good mixture of both action and romance that makes the pages turn faster and faster, right up until the end of the book. The story is well written with interesting and complex characters that don’t follow the standard romance rules…and the book is all the more enjoyable for it. Definitely recommended reading for vampire romance fans everywhere.”
Tribes of the Vampire Series
Dark Vampire Romance
About the Tribes of the Vampire Book Series
Destiny brings them together, while powerful and dark vampiric forces conspire to tear them apart.
Dark Paranormal Vampire Urban Fantasy Romance by NYT & USAT Bestselling Author Michelle M. Pillow
Tribes of the Vampire Reading Order
- Redeemer of Shadows
- The Jaded Hunter
- Eternally Bound
- In Her Shadows
Recognition and Reviews
A Fallen Angels Recommended Read! 5 Stars! “Jaded Hunter is a spectacular story…The characters had a lot of chemistry, and set the pages on fire with their passion…Truly a joy to read, I couldn’t put it down until I was done.” Fallen Angels Reviews
5 Stars! “Truly a wickedly dark, delicious tale!” Love Romances
5 Stars! “With her exemplary storytelling talent, Michelle Pillow always creates a tale that is unforgettable… In this emotional tale of redemption, I was completely hooked from the engaging first page until the shocking ending. Ms. Pillow is an exceptional writer.” CoffeeTime Romance Reviews
“Recommended Reading for Vampire Romance Fans. The Jaded Hunter is a fast paced read with a good mixture of both action and romance that makes the pages turn faster and faster, right up until the end of the book. The story is well written with interesting and complex characters that don’t follow the standard romance rules…and the book is all the more enjoyable for it. Definitely recommended reading for vampire romance fans everywhere.” LoveVampires Reviews
5 Stars! “To be able to immerse yourself into the life of the vampire, to experience the ups and downs, the loss and love, is a special gift. The Jaded Hunter does this with a realism that is often breathtaking. And it’s hot!” – Kay Mack, Goodreads
5 Stars! “I fell in love with the first edition of this story years ago. Now, with this new edition, I fell in love with it again.” – Caroline Paquin, Goodreads
5 Stars! “I was pulled into the story of Jaden’s life and her involvement with her uncle. As Tyr as a representative of the vampire council enters the story, things got more interesting. I really enjoyed watching this human/vampire/council drama unfold. … In the end, it was nice to see that vampires too can love.” – Patty, Goodreads
5 Stars! “Love the ending! An amazing storyline featuring the eight vampire tribes as its foundation. … I have immensely enjoyed Jaden’s personality and Tyr’s control as these two battle both physical attraction and emotional feelings. … A different couple in each story where love is eternal.” – Lisa, Goodreads
5 Stars! “I was intrigued by the fascinating secret world of the vampires and dhampirs in this book. … The action was fun, while the world building and all the characters were fascinating. You could read the book as a standalone, but it’s better to read the books in order, to really get a feel for this world.” – Shana W, Goodreads
5 Stars! “The give and take between them is palpable. … There are many twist and turns in this story. Betrayals and passion abound. I can hardly wait to see where this series goes next.” – cherylrbyers, BookBub
5 Stars! “This enemy to lover paranormal story that’s about Jaden a vampire hunter and Tyr a Dark Knight who was sent by the Vampire Council to catch and punish her. This was a well-paced story full of drama, political intrigue, suspense, action, and steamy romance that captured me. If you love vampire romances this story was an engaging story with twist and turns that stands alone among this series.” – bosshauger, BookBub
5 Stars! “Action-packed and steamy, I loved Jaden and Tyr’s book!! Two of my fave tropes, enemies-to-lovers and forced proximity….um, yes please!!!! … Such a great series so far, I’m ready for the next book!!” – Amber K, BookBub
5 Stars! “Strong writing, richly crafted characters, high-stakes danger, intrigue, passion, surprises, and non-stop action make this a gripping, highly entertaining read. Highly recommended for PNR fans.” – LBry2602, BookBub
5 Stars! “…the world building of this series is on point, the storytelling entrances, and the character development gives us a clear idea of just who Jaden and Tyr are. … Their primal chemistry won’t let them stay enemies.” – Gigi’s Reads, BookBub