Kirstin's Review: 
 Blood Kiss by J R Ward 4.5 out of 5 stars 
 First, let me say that the Black Dagger Brotherhood is my favorite series of all time. This is a spin off series, but has many of the brothers still involved. 
 This book focused on two main couples: Butch and Marissa, who seemed to be having some "mating troubles", as well as Craeg and Paradise , two recruits for the new training program. There was also a murder mystery thrown in for good measure. 
 I wouldn't recommend reading this spin off without reading the Black Dagger Brotherhood. You would probably be a little confused without the necessary background knowledge. 
 I was so happy to get back to some of the characters I loved and continue the story in a different direction, but it wasn't quite the same as the original. It started a little slow, but luckily sped up about halfway through. Of course it ended with a bang and a happily ever after. 
 All in all, since it is my favorite series, I was psyched to read anything new about my favorite vampires! 
 Enjoy!