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A Bargain in Silver
by Josie Jaffrey
Series: Solis Invicti #1
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Published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform on January 3, 2015
Genres: YA Dystopian Romance Sci-Fi
Format: Kindle
Source: the Author
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If the price of safety is slavery, would you bargain your life? A deadly infection threatens to wipe out humanity. The only people who can stem its advance are the Silver, a vampiric race who offer a simple exchange: protection in return for blood and subservience. It's not a deal that Emmy's willing to make, but as her world burns around her she finds herself in the arms of the enemy and the line between oppressor and saviour begins to blur. After an attack by the infected, Emmy is rescued by the handsome Drew who introduces her to the world of the Silver. Desperate to escape subjugation and confused by her attraction to him, she gathers what remains of her surrogate family and plans to make a break for freedom. But despite her efforts to resist, she is drawn further into the intrigues of the mysterious Silver through the agency of their ruler, the Primus: Solomon. Emmy refuses to submit to the cold and detached Primus and an attempt on her life makes it clear that he is unable to protect her from the political machinations of his race. As the connection between them deepens she must choose between her desire and her will to rebel, but can she trust his intentions when everyone is after her blood?
Does it matter if he is a vampire if he has a good heart?
I absolutely loved this book A Bargain in Silver. The hardest thing was putting it down. I may have even growled at my family when they interrupted me. The characters had me so worried that I couldn’t get them off my mind.
Emmy, for the most part, is your normal average girl. She wants a family and to enjoy life. However, she gave up her life when her boyfriend disappeared, and moved to London to start again. Emmy gets a job as a bartender and gains a bunch of friends who become her family. Then the infection begins and she meets Drew. She is instantly drawn to him, however, she questions their connection constantly. Emmy allows someone she doesn’t really know to influence her perception of Drew, even though it felt wrong.
Drew, the second in command of the Solis Invicti. Life is changing on earth, and he will be one of those who will help make people comfortable and readjust to the new ways. The Primus has strict rules and Drew tries hard to play within the rules. When he meets Emmy and instantly falls for her. Drew, however, knows the consequences of loving her. It so important that Emmy has her complete free will to make the choice to love him back. He seems very noble. Can a vampire be good? He was born a vampire so perhaps it is possible.
Is she special?
There is something about Emmy that is special, something unseen by most. Emmy and Drew immediately connected, yet Solomon, the leader of the Silver is also interested in her. They are both drawn to her even though she has a smart mouth and won’t be a slave.
Unanswered questions
Since the story is from Emmy’s point a view, there are secrets that she feels but is uncertain what they are. The Silver has a lot of superstitions and ways that are unknown to humans. Honestly, they must have had this planned for a while, at least by one faction or another. Humans didn’t know that they existed and were completely caught off guard.
My rating is 5 stars. I completely loved this book. I am so recommending this to my friends as I know they would enjoy it too.
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This is a Guest Review for Baroness’ Book Trove. Thank you for the opportunity to review this book for your site. ~Jen
About Josie Jaffrey
I have always written stories, but it wasn’t until I started the first book in the Solis Invicti series in 2014 that I really became obsessed with writing. I love to read, particularly where the escapism of the story is enhanced with an element of fantasy or science fiction. For me, writing is simply an extension of that journey, but I get to decide what happens next (though it’s amazing how often the characters seem to decide for themselves what I’m going to write!).
I grew up in the English countryside and studied Classics at the University of Oxford, subsequently converting to law. After a year working in London in Paternoster Square (where the majority of the Solis Invicti series is set), I returned to Oxford where I still live with my husband and two somali cats. When I’m not writing, I work as a solicitor specializing in Intellectual Property and Commercial law.
As a new author, I love to hear from readers with their comments and feedback on the books, so please do get in touch through the website or via Twitter.
Thank you for reading!
