Blade of Shadows Series by Sara Samuels

When the ancient scriptures are uttered.....you never know what might happen under the blinding light of a full moon.She was born in darkness, under the shadow of a full moon during a solar eclipse, with a mysterious black dagger at her side. As a child, Olivia James witnessed her mother’s gruesome murder. As an adult, her godfather has trained her to be a skilled fighter... moreWhen the ancient scriptures are uttered.....you never know what might happen under the blinding light of a full moon.She was born in darkness, under the shadow of a full moon during a solar eclipse, with a mysterious black dagger at her side. As a child, Olivia James witnessed her mother’s gruesome murder. As an adult, her godfather has trained her to be a skilled fighter. But when Olivia’s boyfriend betrays her and threatens her life, setting off a string of events that catapults her back in time from 21st century Seattle into 3rd century Rome, the secrets of her past begin to unravel. The discovery that she is a Timeborne, one with the ability to travel across time, is just the beginning. Soon Olivia finds herself under the protection of—and owned by—Roman Alexander, a former gladiator and bodyguard to the emperor. Torn between his duty to his emperor, a desire for vengeance, and a longing to search for his lost twin brother, Roman now has the added complication of protecting this strange woman from the depravity of ancient Rome. Worse, he finds himself falling for her, despite accusations that she is an enemy spy. But even Roman is no match for the dark shadow that has pursued Olivia into the past. A fighter in her own right, she’s forced to work with Roman to find a way back to her own time. Do the ancient scriptures on her dagger hold the key? Can she trust Roman with her secrets? And can she fight her enemies and protect her heart at the same time?Timeborne is the first book in the Blade of Shadows series. Begin your adventure now! less

When the ancient scriptures are uttered.....you never know what might happen under the blinding light of a full moon. She was born in darkness, under the shadow of a full moon during a solar eclipse, with a mysterious black dagger at her side. As a child, Olivia James witnessed her mother’s gruesome murder. As an adult, her godfather has trained her to be a skilled fighter... moreWhen the ancient scriptures are uttered.....you never know what might happen under the blinding light of a full moon. She was born in darkness, under the shadow of a full moon during a solar eclipse, with a mysterious black dagger at her side. As a child, Olivia James witnessed her mother’s gruesome murder. As an adult, her godfather has trained her to be a skilled fighter. But when Olivia’s boyfriend betrays her and threatens her life, setting off a string of events that catapults her back in time from 21st century Seattle into 3rd century Rome, the secrets of her past begin to unravel. The discovery that she is a Timeborne, one with the ability to travel across time, is just the beginning.Soon Olivia finds herself under the protection of—and owned by—Roman Alexander, a former gladiator and bodyguard to the emperor. Torn between his duty to his emperor, a desire for vengeance, and a longing to search for his lost twin brother, Roman now has the added complication of protecting this strange woman from the depravity of ancient Rome. Worse, he finds himself falling for her, despite accusations that she is an enemy spy.But even Roman is no match for the dark shadow that has pursued Olivia into the past. A fighter in her own right, she’s forced to work with Roman to find a way back to her own time. Do the ancient scriptures on her dagger hold the key? Can she trust Roman with her secrets? And can she fight her enemies and protect her heart at the same time?Timeborne is the first book in the Blade of Shadows series. Begin your adventure now! less

The highly anticipated second book in the Blade of Shadows Series....Evil stalked them across time. The love of Olivia James’ life is locked in mortal combat with his sworn enemy when Olivia recites the mysterious scriptures on her ancient dagger and catapults them all to 1812 Americas. She awakens alone on a battle-scarred field. But an unstoppable evil has followed her. Balthazar, the man who murdered Olivia’s mother, has come back to haunt and torment Olivia... moreThe highly anticipated second book in the Blade of Shadows Series....Evil stalked them across time. The love of Olivia James’ life is locked in mortal combat with his sworn enemy when Olivia recites the mysterious scriptures on her ancient dagger and catapults them all to 1812 Americas. She awakens alone on a battle-scarred field. But an unstoppable evil has followed her. Balthazar, the man who murdered Olivia’s mother, has come back to haunt and torment Olivia. Cunning and malevolent, the embodiment of the ultimate darkness, Balthazar is on the hunt for all Timebornes—people like Olivia. Balthazar is a ruthless demon who’s vowed to destroy anyone who stands in the way of his relentless pursuit of deadly power. He won’t hesitate to kill her or anyone who tries to protect her. As the threats to their lives escalate and dangerous, long-hidden truths are revealed, Olivia and Roman may be torn apart forever. The only way to save their future will be to untangle the secrets from the past. But can they survive the darkness hunting them?Continue your adventure with Darkness of Time, the second book in the Blade of Shadows series!***Please note this is a continuous series and would need to be read in order!Trigger Violence, and Child Loss less

The highly anticipated third book in the Blade of Shadows Series...They can’t escape the relentless, ruthless darkness. Olivia and her sister are running for their lives, hunted by the evil man who murdered their mother. With her dearest love, Roman, lost somewhere in time, only one man can help Olivia. Eyan Malik. Darkness, power, and dominance swirl around the mysterious man, igniting a sizzling, dangerous awareness in Olivia... moreThe highly anticipated third book in the Blade of Shadows Series...They can’t escape the relentless, ruthless darkness. Olivia and her sister are running for their lives, hunted by the evil man who murdered their mother. With her dearest love, Roman, lost somewhere in time, only one man can help Olivia. Eyan Malik. Darkness, power, and dominance swirl around the mysterious man, igniting a sizzling, dangerous awareness in Olivia. Why is she so drawn to him? Will her irresistible attraction to Malik lead her to betray Roman?Malik is a man of many secrets. When Olivia discovers a journal that belonged to her dead mother, it may hold the key she needs to find a weapon to defeat the darkness, the powerful Blade of Shadows. To find the blades, they travel through time to 16th century Italy. But as Olivia learns more secrets from the past, the pursuing darkness isn’t the only danger she faces. She’s become a target for the Timehunters, a secret society that hunts and kills time travelers.As shocking, horrifying truths are revealed, everything Olivia thought she knew will be upended. Will Olivia find Roman before she succumbs to the strange pull Malik has on her heart? As the darkness closes in on them, and with her life and love teetering on the brink, everything hangs in the balance and Olivia’s life will be forever changed.Continue your adventure with Timebound, the third book in the Blade of Shadows series!The Blade of Shadows series is an intricate and interconnected time travel saga that must be read in order to unravel the mysteries within. It's intricate plot twists and turns are mesmerizing and unpredictable, with every book bringing readers closer to a shocking conclusion. less

The highly anticipated villains story in the Blade of Shadows Series... Enveloped in a shroud of darkness and driven by an unrelenting thirst for vengeance , Balthazar, a tormented soul haunted by his tragic past, transforms into a merciless dark demon on a quest to bring retribution to Mathias—the man he holds responsible for his suffering.A twist of fate awaits as Balthazar crosses paths with Alina, the seductive and enigmatic daughter of his sworn enemy... moreThe highly anticipated villains story in the Blade of Shadows Series... Enveloped in a shroud of darkness and driven by an unrelenting thirst for vengeance , Balthazar, a tormented soul haunted by his tragic past, transforms into a merciless dark demon on a quest to bring retribution to Mathias—the man he holds responsible for his suffering.A twist of fate awaits as Balthazar crosses paths with Alina, the seductive and enigmatic daughter of his sworn enemy. Unexpectedly drawn to her, Balthazar finds himself torn between his burning desire for revenge and the growing, forbidden allure of Alina. The revelation that she shares his sinister dark nature only adds complexity to their entangled destinies.United by a shared obsession, Balthazar and Alina embark on a perilous journey to acquire the legendary Blade of Shadows, a weapon promising unimaginable power. However, the fragile alliance fractures when Alina's betrayal sets her on a treacherous solo quest to claim the coveted blades, fueled by an insatiable hunger for power and wickedness.In a tale woven with darkness, desire, and treachery, Balthazar and Alina push the boundaries of morality, confronting the depths of their own depravity. As they vie for ultimate power, the cost of their actions escalates, leaving a trail of consequences in their wake. The quest for victory becomes increasingly perilous, and the sacrifices they must make reach profound depths. Brace yourself for an exhilarating and seductive journey where not everyone will find redemption.Continue your adventure with Wicked Lovers of Time, the villains book in the Blade of Shadows series! The Blade of Shadows series is an intricate and interconnected time travel saga that must be read in order to unravel the mysteries within. It's intricate plot twists and turns are mesmerizing and unpredictable, with every book bringing readers closer to a shocking conclusion. less

The highly anticipated fourth book in the Blade of Shadows Series... In a world where darkness, secrets, and deceit reign, Olivia’s life is shattered when unsettling truths about her family emerge, unraveling her trust in everyone around her. With Balthazar imprisoned by the enigmatic Mathias, lies threaten to tear Olivia’s world apart as she and her husband Roman face betrayal at every turn... moreThe highly anticipated fourth book in the Blade of Shadows Series... In a world where darkness, secrets, and deceit reign, Olivia’s life is shattered when unsettling truths about her family emerge, unraveling her trust in everyone around her. With Balthazar imprisoned by the enigmatic Mathias, lies threaten to tear Olivia’s world apart as she and her husband Roman face betrayal at every turn.On the night of a solar eclipse, Olivia embarks on a perilous quest to retrieve the legendary Moon Dagger. Guided by a cryptic old man who warns her of grave dangers, she secures the dagger, now wielding the powerful Blade of Shadows. When news of her possession reaches the ruthless Timehunters, Olivia, Roman, and their allies, including Malik, are propelled on a treacherous journey to the Ottoman Empire, determined to uncover the dark history and immense power of the blades.Their journey takes a dire turn when the Timehunters of Anatolia strike, capturing and subjecting them to deadly trials. Imprisoned, Olivia and Roman must fight for their lives and the crucial knowledge they seek. As they uncover the forbidden secrets of the blades, they learn of the Lord of Shadows, Salvatore, who will stop at nothing to possess the blades and rule the world in darkness.Betrayed and surrounded by enemies, Olivia faces powerful forces that threaten to consume everything she holds dear. With Roman by her side and the stakes growing ever higher, Olivia’s courage and determination are tested like never before. With deception lurking in every shadow, who can she trust? What dark truths lie buried in her past? And how can she protect those she loves when danger is inevitable? Will she rise to fulfill her destiny and save her loved ones, or will the shadows claim her forever?Continue your adventure with Timehunters , the fourth book in the Blade of Shadows series! The Blade of Shadows series is an intricate and interconnected time travel saga that must be read in order to unravel the mysteries within. It's intricate plot twists and turns are mesmerizing and unpredictable, with every book bringing readers closer to a shocking conclusion. less