The Chosen
Apr 2017 · Hachette UK
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A scorching forbidden love threatens to tear a rift through the Black Dagger Brotherhood in J. R. Ward's newest novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series.
Xcor, leader of the Band of Bastards, convicted of treason against the Blind King, is facing a brutal interrogation and torturous death at the hands of the Black Dagger Brotherhood. Yet after a life marked by cruelty and evil deeds, he accepts his soldier's fate, his sole regret the loss of a sacred female who was never his: the Chosen Layla.
Layla alone knows the truth that will save Xcor's life. But revealing his sacrifice and his hidden heritage will expose them both and destroy everything Layla holds dear - even her role of mother to her precious young. Torn between love and loyalty, she must summon the courage to stand up against the only family she has for the only man she will ever love. Yet even if Xcor is somehow granted a reprieve, he and Layla would have to confront a graver challenge: bridging the chasm that divides their worlds without paving the way for a future of even greater war, desolation and death.
As a dangerous old enemy returns to Caldwell, and the identity of a new deity is revealed, nothing is certain or safe in the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, not even true love . . . or destinies that have long seemed set in stone.
Xcor, leader of the Band of Bastards, convicted of treason against the Blind King, is facing a brutal interrogation and torturous death at the hands of the Black Dagger Brotherhood. Yet after a life marked by cruelty and evil deeds, he accepts his soldier's fate, his sole regret the loss of a sacred female who was never his: the Chosen Layla.
Layla alone knows the truth that will save Xcor's life. But revealing his sacrifice and his hidden heritage will expose them both and destroy everything Layla holds dear - even her role of mother to her precious young. Torn between love and loyalty, she must summon the courage to stand up against the only family she has for the only man she will ever love. Yet even if Xcor is somehow granted a reprieve, he and Layla would have to confront a graver challenge: bridging the chasm that divides their worlds without paving the way for a future of even greater war, desolation and death.
As a dangerous old enemy returns to Caldwell, and the identity of a new deity is revealed, nothing is certain or safe in the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, not even true love . . . or destinies that have long seemed set in stone.
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4.7
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exodus diva
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21 April 2018
Absolutely loved this book. It took me on an emotional ride where one minute I'm crying and the next I'm celebrating with fate. I was looking forward to reading X-cor's story and how he came to be. His entry into this world started with rejection from birth, growing up never knowing kindness. It suprised me that despite his lack of education, he had a way with words, expressing his appeciation or respect. The chosen Layla only wanting a piece of love, she suprised me with her strength. Gracious and giving, she was open with her love. There were so many things going in this story that i can't wait to read the next one. Definitely worth the read and well worth the purchase.
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A Google user
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11 September 2017
Can't wait. This is going to be another epic love story. This book will surely bring out the sadness to Xcor's life and his yearning for Layla.
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Bec Applebee
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14 April 2017
Oh man, after Rhage's story previously and now this, gearing up for war...just wow, never has a story, for me, been such an addiction! I love this series, the Brotherhood can never, ever finish!!
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About the author
After graduating from law school J.R. Ward began working in health care in Boston and spent many years as chief of staff for one of the premier academic medical centres in the US. She lives in Kentucky with her husband.
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