Blood Calls

by Caridad Piñeiro

But for vampire Diego Rivera, Ramona Escobar's sensuality proved even more potent. He had to resist--for there could be no such thing as love for him. Five centuries ago Diego had vowed never to turn... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0373617631
• ISBN13: 9780373617630
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Harlequin Nocturne
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 4.2" x 6.6"

Customer Reviews

Diego Answers

KF Zuzulo is the author of A Genie in the House of Saud: Zubis Rises (A Genie in the House of Saud) A man who has integrity despite the fact that he'll drain your blood given a dark night and a reason. But he also has his depraved side, just enough to make him dangerous, not creepy. That's Diego for you. Following the demise of his centuries-old love, Esperanza, Diego honors her memory, but must tackle a tickling desire for voluptuous Ramona. What will he do? Well, you probably know that -- but it's how he does it that makes Pineiro a consummate storyteller. And Ramona has some surprises of her own, enough to keep Diego interested. Blood Calls -- Diego Answers. A quick and lusty read, and worth every turn of the page.

Loved this book

Definately the best in the series. A great view into the world of Vampires. Diego's story starts with the Spanish Inquisition and comes up to present day where he saves the woman he loves with his vampire's bite. I can't wait for the next book and I hope we'll see Diego's character again.

excellent vampire romance

In New York City, art gallery owner Diego Rivera is intrigued by artist Ramona Escobar whose paintings are full of life. Diego, an old vampire, is drawn to them and knowing that Ramona needs money for her mother's long term care (she has Alzheimer's) he gives her a show whose proceeds will go towards her mother's treatment. Ramona accepts a commission to paint reproductions of famous paintings. At an auction she sees those paintings have sold as originals and when she complains, the patron threatens her and her mother. She doesn't know what to do because time is running out for her as she is dying from a virulent form of anemia. Diego, who knows nothing of this, grows more intrigued by Ramona but he tries to hide his feelings because mortals have a short life and when it ends, he knows he will mourn Ramona forever. He does help her with the problem with the paintings but he is not in time to keep danger from claiming her. Star-crossed lovers, they want each other but keep their feelings hidden until their lives change when certain truths are revealed. The vampire romance novels of Caridad Pineiro's "The Calling" Series are tastefully erotic, very action oriented and character driven. In BLOOD CALLS, number six in the series, the protagonists are afraid to love for very different reasons. Ramona, knowing time is short, is determined to live life to the fullest and meet the goal of seeing her mother cared for in a nursing home for the for the rest of her natural life. Readers will like Ramona but adore Diego whose mixed emotions make him a believable character. Harriet Klausner

Oh Yeah!

Diego Rivera became a vampire in Spain, 1491. For over five hundred years Diego has kept his promise to be a better man than he had been while human. He is now a patron of the arts. He has personally known many famous artists in history. Currently, Diego is fascinated with the work of Ramona Escobar. He discovered the lady's talent while she was in college. Ramona Escobar is trying to get her house in order. The only family she has left is her mother, who is institutionalized due to advanced Alzheimer's. Thanks to Diego's patronage, her mother receives good care. But Ramona needs her recently completed art pieces sold quickly. Except for Dr. Melissa Danver, no one knows that Ramona is terminally ill. If Ramona had any hope of a future, she may have tried for romance with Diego. As it is, Ramona believes it best to remain uninvolved with anyone. When Ramona finds out that Frederick van Winter has sold HER copies of some famous paintings as originals, she turns to the only one who just might believe her, Diego. Diego contacts Special Agent Diana Reyes, who is currently on desk work only (Diana's story is in a previous book), for help in proving her innocence. It gets worse when van Winters threatens Ramona's mother and someone tries to run Ramona down. Can they prove that a psycho millionaire is out to kill Ramona? Can Diego keep himself from falling in love with a dying woman? And will Ramona be able to clear her name before she dies? ***** Author Caridad Piñeiro pumps so much life into all her characters that I almost believe they are real. Special Agent Diana Reyes, and her vampire lover, Ryder, are secondary characters in this Nocturne episode. (If you have not read their story, titled DEATH CALLS, you will still have no trouble with this book. Other secondary characters had their story told in previous titles too.) The main characters of this story, Diego and Ramona, are a perfect match for each other. I never felt the need to hit one of them on their head because of any sort of stupidity. They are both intelligent and realistic people, while also cautious when it comes to their hearts. Creating characters that I can actually care for is a special talent in authors, and therefore, I cannot recommend this title highly enough. ***** Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.

From the Author!

When Diego first appeared in TEMPTATION CALLS, I just knew I had to write his story. I hope you will enjoy reading about him as he is a complex vampire character with a heart that can love deeply. Here's some of the early reviews for BLOOD CALLS: 5 Angels from Fallen Angel Reviews: "Having read Death Calls, Devotion Calls, and Blood Calls one after the other, I am impressed with how original each book is even though they share characters at times. Caridad Piñeiro has done a wonderful job, once again, developing believable characters in believable circumstances with unbelievable characteristics. She has allowed the reader to suspend belief and delve into her world time and time again only to see new nuances each time they visit. I am hooked. Thank you for hours of amazing reading." 5 Stars from HUNTRESS REVIEWS -- Reviewed by Detra Fitch : Author Caridad Piñeiro pumps so much life into all her characters that I almost believe they are real. Special Agent Diana Reyes, and her vampire lover, Ryder, are secondary characters in this Nocturne episode. (If you have not read their story, titled DEATH CALLS, you will still have no trouble with this book. Other secondary characters had their story told in previous titles too.) The main characters of this story, Diego and Ramona, are a perfect match for each other. I never felt the need to hit one of them on their head because of any sort of stupidity. They are both intelligent and realistic people, while also cautious when it comes to their hearts. Creating characters that I can actually care for is a special talent in authors, and therefore, I cannot recommend this title highly enough. 4 stars, Just Erotic Romance Reviews: "In addition to being an imaginative writer, Ms. Pineiro is a daring one as well. She has created an unusual heroine in Ramona by giving her artistic passion and an ailing body that cannot keep up with her larger than life goals. Diego is a very complex character to like. The constant battle between his human and vampire self is intriguing to read. . . There is a depth in every character within this dark, steamy world struggling to keep a balance between humanity and the blood craving clan. Although it has loads of action and beautifully written scenarios, the storyline doesn't overload the senses while the reader is engrossed deeply in imagining everything." Alternative Worlds: "The vampire romance novels of Caridad Pineiro's "The Calling" Series are tastefully erotic, very action oriented and character driven. In BLOOD CALLS, number six in the series, the protagonists are afraid to love for very different reasons. Ramona, knowing time is short, is determined to live life to the fullest and meet the goal of seeing her mother cared for in a nursing home for the for the rest of her natural life. Readers will like Ramona but adore Diego whose mixed emotions make him a believable character." 5 Stars from SingleTitles: "BLOOD CALLS is an astounding mix of passionate emotions with the