Parched: A Vampire Romantasy

Name: Parched: A Vampire Romantasy
Rating: 3.941530466079712 (1163 reviews)

Z. L. Arkadie

Jul 2011 · Parched Book 1 · Flaming Hearts Press LLC

3.9

1.16K reviews

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332

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If he's a vampire and they are bonded, then what is she? Clarity Parker is about to uncover the truth about her past, her powers, and the man who left her behind. Fans of Deborah Harkness and Nalini Singh, this one’s for you.

Clarity Parker has always been different. She can hear thoughts, feel emotions, and sense truths no one else can. It’s a secret she’s buried beneath designer clothes and a polished smile, using her abilities to dominate the high-stakes world of advertising. But her carefully constructed life begins to unravel when Baron Ford—the man who disappeared from her life five years ago—suddenly reappears.

This time, he’s brought trouble with him.

As danger closes in, Clarity must decide if she can trust the man who broke her heart. Together, they’ll uncover buried secrets, face deadly enemies, and confront a destiny that could change everything. If Clarity doesn’t figure out who she really is soon, she might not live long enough to find out.

Parched is a pulse-pounding blend of urban fantasy, forbidden romance, and suspense that will leave you breathless.

Ratings and reviews

3.9

1.16K reviews

Natalie Jones

17 December 2013

I liked the fact that the author took time to build the characters and provide background information. I also like there weren't sex scenes on every other page. However, that's about it. The first book was hardly about romance. It was more like an one-night stand. Didn't build into how they reunited and ends as if love is lost. I would've been more interested in focusing more on Clarity and Baron's love. However, this book is all about her and I'm sure not about to read 7 books to figure out if they come back together. This book also has an enormous amount of spelling and grammatical errors that makes it hard to follow.

7 people found this review helpful

Kaye Perocillo

8 June 2017

The characters are mesmerizing in their own person. The plot is well-thought and planned, however it has too much "story trivia" for 204 pages. It's liked they were crammed right there without much thought just to give the story sense. (Am I making sense? 😅) The book is good enough to get me curious as to what happens next though, so there's that. Cheers!

Kelly Struempf Chapman

31 October 2021

this sub par book ended in the middle of the story. although I thought for a while that it showed promise, I was disappointed even prior to last page. I only read hae and was not even close. plus missing all points in between. Just terrible. My review: Do Not Buy

About the author

Z.L. Arkadie is a passionate storyteller who writes spicy, emotional billionaire romance that keeps readers hooked from page one. Her novels often center around powerful, mysterious families with secrets to hide, where love and passion collide against a backdrop of intrigue and drama.

She loves crafting trilogies, duets, and standalones that follow siblings as they navigate forbidden attractions, second chances, and unexpected twists that leave readers breathless.

Tropes You’ll Find in Z.L. Arkadie’s Books:

Enemies to Lovers – When tension turns into irresistible passion.

Billionaire Boss/Employee Romance – Power, temptation, and high-stakes chemistry.

Best Friend’s Brother – Off-limits love with undeniable sparks.

Second Chance Romance – Because true love always finds a way.

Whether you're in the mood for a slow-burn billionaire romance or a fast-paced love story full of twists and secrets, Z.L. Arkadie’s books promise emotional rollercoasters and unforgettable characters who will steal your heart.

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