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Comments on the last couple Alpha Showdown rounds have mentioned it’s getting harder to choose. We’re evil like that. Today’s no exception. It’ll be a good fight.
We have master vampire Ethan Sullivan from Chloe Neill’s Chicagoland Vampires series up against the delicious Tk Kaleb from Nalini Singh’s Psy/Changeling series. The VBC team loves both these fierce men, and can’t guess who is going to win this match.
So, of course, it’s up to you to decide.
We’ve lined up excellent bloggers to fill you in on why each alpha deserves to advance. Read the pitches, and then make the call.
You know him from: Chicagoland Vampires series by Chloe Neill
First appeared in: Some Girls Bite (VBC Review | Saucy Wenches Fangirl Post | Amazon
Supernatural status: Master Vampire
Championed by: Barb and Zee at The Saucy Wenches Book Club | @SaucyWenchesBC
Ethan Sullivan, Darth or otherwise, can be found in the encyclopedia (if we actually used those anymore… thanks Google) under “The New Alpha.” We prefer a more sophisticated alpha. And no one does alpha like Ethan Sullivan. Smart, strategic, calculating, insightful, benevolent, virile, Ethan is all those things and more. Name ONE alpha who has literally improved EVERY single book in the series. We’ve CONSTANTLY been blown away by how fucking phenomenal Ethan is EVERY book since Drink Deep, and by Dark Debt, we’re basically weak kneed, drooling, incoherent messes wondering where on earth we can find a man/vamp half as epic as Sullivan.
An exceptional fighter not ruled by an ego the size of Texas like your usual alpha, Ethan manages to kick ass with honor and class. I like the old school rules he adheres to. It’s different, and refreshing, and a testament to his strength. But make no mistake, this alpha isn’t afraid to fight dirty. Especially when it comes to his House and those he’s sworn to protect.
“They are my people, every one of them, blood and bone, mind and soul. I will warn you once, and only once, to stay away from them I am not the child you once knew. My priorities have changed, as has my willingness to act.”
One of the most admirable things about Ethan is his fierce loyalty to Cadogan, and each and every vampire under his care. That’s the mark of a true alpha, when people swear undying loyalty and fealty to him and trust him with their lives and futures. This ain’t no pretty figurehead put in place to just look pretty, this is the real deal. He’s first in line at any battlefield against his people, or his friends and allies, like the kings of old, riling up his troops with a rousing speech on bravery and sacrifice, and leading them to victory.
Dynamite lover, amazing sweet talker, kick ass warrior, loyal friend and ally, Ethan is pretty much damn near perfect. And believe it or not, he just keeps getting better, and more powerful. Not to mention sexier… so much sexier.
“I want you,” he whispered, before trailing kisses along my neck. “Jesus, but I want you. Stand up.”
“What?” I asked, brows lifted.
“Stand up.”
It wasn’t easy to stand up on the mattress, but I managed it. I’d been standing only for a second when he bared the rest of me.
And then sat up, and his mouth was at my core…
(If you haven’t read this yet, do yourself a favor and get to this series IMMEDIATELY!)
You know him from: The Psy/Changeling series by Nalini Singh
First appeared in: Vision of Heat, and gets his own book in Heart of Obsidian (VBC Review | Amazon
Supernatural status: He is a cardinal Tk – and this is the reason he is the baddest of the bad asses.
Championed by: Mandi from Smexy Books | @smexybooks
Kaleb Krycheck doesn’t give a f**k about anyone but Sahara. This is the reason he will destroy all of his competition. As a child, he was torn away from his home and placed into the hands of an extremely evil man. This man invaded his mind and tore him to shreds.
“Tell me you aren’t evil.” Please.
Kaleb’s thumbs moved against he temples. “I’m sorry.”
Shaking her head in a mute refusal to accept what he was trying to tell her, she lifted trembling fingers to his jaw. “What have you done?”
“Too much that can never be undone.”
See? Kaleb has already done every horrible deed that could ever be done. Ethan Sullivan, Mr. Too-Good-Looking-Vampire?? HA! Kaleb could fight him with his big toe. All of Kaleb’s power is in his mind. With just a thought, Ethan is a goner. Dust. Ash. In fact, Kaleb could be in bed with his woman, giving her her fifth orgasm, and STILL out-fight Ethan at the same time.
And if we are having a battle of who can please their heroine more, let me give you this example during sex:
“I just checked the PsyNet,” she said, her own breathing not exactly even. “This region just experienced a medium-sized earthquake.”
Kaleb turned his head on the pillow. “It was located deep underground, I made sure of that. No real damage.”
“So we literally made the earth move?” A slight pause, before Kaleb said, “I suggest we don’t engage in sex in populated areas.”
Talk about rocking your girl’s world!!!!
Who are you putting your money on: the master vampire or the Tk badass?
At the request of last year’s voters, we’re going back to traditional polls for the voting, but keep reading for your chance to win awesome books. Your to-be-read pile could always use more. Trust us.
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ETHAN!!!
Love your enthusiasm!
Team Ethan!! Love him and Merit!
I love Ethan.
Kaleb the ultimate alpha..ten steps ahead of his competition
Most definitely Kaleb..
Ethan is my go-to guy for vampire reading!
Kaleb
Kaleb.
While I love ethan I think kaleb may win this round
I haven’t read Kaleb’s book, but I’ll vote for anyone over Ethan Sullivan. That series is dead to me.
Ethan, although Kaleb isn´t bad either.. Tough choice! =)
Ethan I love you!!!!! You will always have my support!!!! Xoxoxoxoxoxo
Kaleb wins hands down- his psy powers would take Ethan out in a heartbeat
I disagree, Ethan has strength, speed, skill, strategy, and brilliance. He’s been able to get himself and others out of messes that seem way over his head, he’s fiercly possesive, protective, and loyal. You can’t be Master of a vampire House without major skill and he fights with honour, something that may seem like a weakness but is actually a strength as it takes alot more then brawns to make a alpha. He’s beloved, respected, and feared and has the favour of the most strongest vampire in the world. Ethan represents a beaken of hope for his vampires even in the worst of times and is the anchor to many. He’s a wicked artist in combat and a true warrior; brave and experienced while embracing compassion and disipline. He’s made mistakes down the road but no one is perfect and he learns from these mistakes, using them to make him stronger.
Well said!
Kaleb is mine all the way.
I voted for Ethan 🙂 thanks for the awesome giveaway!
Ethan for me!
Absolutely, without a doubt…..Ethan!
It’s Kaleb for me!
Kaleb!
Gotta go with Kaleb. While Ethan is hot, Kaleb and his willingness to do *anything* for Sahara wins over Ethan.
Love them both but had to vote Ethan.
Kaleb!!!
Love them both but I am pretty sure Kaleb could wipe the floor with Ethan with his mind alone!
Kaleb
Kaleb
Kaleb Krychek is the best!! ;3
Kaleb all the way! He is the strongest Psy-Changeling on the planet. He causes earthquakes when he has an orgasm. His love for his mate touches my soul! He is so strong he helped keep the Net from collapsing! I have to agree with Theressa Griggs :))
I like Ethan, but Kaleb is way better, hotter, and lethal!
Kaleb all the way!!
Kaleb
I’m happy that Kaleb is in the lead!
Kaleb!
i love kaleb, and i haven’t tried the chicagoland books yet, so this one was easy for me.
Kaleb all the way!
Love caleb, great alpha male
Kaleb, always Kaleb,
Kaleb
Ethan!
Kaleb!!!
Everyone’s mentioning Kalebs ability to wipe the floor with Ethan with his mind alone, but these things depend on a persons strength of will, whether they can erect a wall to protect themselves against such cerebral powers all relies on their solidity of mind. Ethan has that; remember in the book where he was competing to replace Darroc? They tested his mental durability by administering horrid things into his mind to try and break him, tests so awful and hard that it had left one of the House’s strongest guards screaming in pain and agony for hours AND SHE WAS ONLY GETTING A SHADOW OF WHAT THEY WERE GOING THROUGH… Ethan had gotten through it with the highest score. he can, by far, protect himself against Kaleb’s power.
Ethan!
Definitely Ethan!!!
Ethan!!!!
I seriously love both series, and both heroes. But there’s just no competition with a man who literally makes the earth move during sex. Kaleb is my #1 book boyfriend. Yes, it’s a long list, but he holds the #1 spot!
Kaleb is also my #1 book boyfriend. Sigh. What’s not to like? Scary and ruthless as hell and devoted to Sahara. Wow! If you haven’t read Nalini Singh’s Psy-Changeling series, you’re missing out on all kinds of drool-worthy heroes.
Voted for Kaleb
I adore Kaleb <3 He is one of the most awesome book heros I have ever had the pleasure of "meeting" 😉
Kaleb!!!!
Kaleb!! But I thought it wouldn’t be fair to the other guy, so I went and skimmed through the first two books of the Chicagoland Vampires series. It’s still Kaleb for me… for his unwavering devotion to Sahara.
Ethan