Quest is available on BookSprout - Get your review copy NOW!

ARC Review Opportunity - Quest: Mortal Path Book Four I'm excited to share that Quest, the fourth book in the Mortal Path series, will be available for reviewers through Booksprout beginning June 8 for a limited time. If you enjoy supernatural thrillers, ones that are mythology-based with high stakes action, and a heroine with a complicated past and a fierce sense of justice, I'd love to invite you to request a review copy. If you are a newcomer to the series, Quest is written so that you won't be lost in the story!

Request your copy here: https://bit.ly/BkSprout
Your reviews help new readers discover the series, and I'm deeply grateful for every reader who joins Maliha's journey.

Quest is available on NetGalley until 7/8/2026!

 

I’m thrilled to share that Quest, the final book in the Mortal Path series, is now live on NetGalley! Quest can be enjoyed on its own, even as the final book in the series — I wrote it with new readers in mind.

Description: As the last pieces of the Great Lens surface, Maliha races against time to stop an ancient evil from consuming the world. But the real battle is the one inside her — between the woman she was and the hero she’s fighting to become.

Reviewers, bloggers, booksellers, librarians, educators, journalists, media professionals, and other book‑industry members can request a free digital review copy (ePUB) here: https://www.netgalley.com/catalog/book/840894

You’ll need a NetGalley account to download the review copy. Signing up is free.

⭐ How to request Quest on NetGalley

1. Create or sign in to your NetGalley account. Click the above link, then use the drop down menu on the upper right of the screen under the image of a person to login or create. When setting up your profile, be sure to select Sci‑Fi & Fantasy as one of your preferred genres. In your Profile Bio, mentioning that you enjoy urban fantasy helps me understand your reading interests.

2. Search for the book. On your Dashboard, use the search box. Type Quest and select "All of NetGalley" in the dropdown. Quest: Mortal Path Book Four should appear in the results.

3. Request the review copy before July 8, 2026. Click on Quest, then click the blue Request button. If you’d like to read more before requesting, click See Full Details.

That’s all there is to it!

I’m looking for honest reviews on Amazon, Goodreads, and/or your blog. As an indie‑published series finale, Quest relies heavily on reader support to reach new audiences. Even if you haven’t read the previous books, you’ll find enough context in this one to follow the story — that was intentional.

If you’d like to explore Maliha Crayne’s world, mythology, character arc, and the thread of romance woven through the earlier books, you can learn more at mortalpathbooks.com.

Thank you for supporting this series all the way to its finale.

#Quest #MortalPath #DakotaBanks #NetGalley

Celebrating a Book Excellence Award

 

Sometimes the writing life offers a moment that makes all the long hours, revisions, doubts, and determination feel like they’ve come full circle. Today, I’m delighted to share one of those moments.

Quest: Mortal Path Book Four has been named a Book Excellence Award Finalist for Urban Fantasy, and I’ve just received the official certificate recognizing the honor.

This award means a great deal to me. The Book Excellence Awards evaluate thousands of entries from around the world, looking for books that demonstrate exceptional writing, strong presentation, and meaningful impact. To have Quest stand out among so many talented authors and compelling stories is both humbling and deeply gratifying.

For those who have followed The Mortal Path series from the beginning, you know how much heart and history are woven into these books. Quest is the finale — the culmination of a journey that has spanned years of world‑building, character evolution, and emotional investment. To see it recognized in this way feels like a celebration not just of the book, but of the entire arc that brought it here.

Thank you to every reader who has walked this path with me. Your enthusiasm, messages, and support have carried this series farther than I ever imagined. This award is as much yours as it is mine.

A Moment in an Author's Life Worth Mentioning

 A Moment Worth Sharing: The Book Excellence Review for Quest

Every once in a while, something arrives in your inbox that makes you stop, breathe, and feel the weight of a long journey settle into a moment of quiet gratitude. That happened to me when I received a professional review from Book Excellence for Quest: Mortal Path Book Four.

If you’ve been with me for a while, you know how much this book means to me. It’s the conclusion of a series that has lived with me for years — through drafts and rewrites, through publishing transitions, through the shift from traditional publishing to indie, and through all the life that happens in between. Writing Quest was both a return and a letting‑go, a chance to bring Maliha Crayne’s story to its rightful close.

So when a thoughtful, in‑depth review arrives — one that sees the heart of what you were trying to do — it feels like a small light turning on in a room you’ve been walking through for a long time.

I wanted to share that light with you.

Book Excellence Review

In Quest: Mortal Path Book Four, Dakota Banks brings Maliha Crayne’s long battle against darkness to a powerful and emotional close. 

An ancient evil rises with plans to take over the world, and Maliha must stop it by rebuilding the Great Lens: a legendary artifact powerful enough to banish demons forever. But every piece she finds comes with greater danger. Alongside her loyal team, she faces deadly supernatural enemies, and while the external battle is fierce, the deeper conflict lies within Maliha herself. She must confront whether she can truly atone for her past and whether redemption is fully possible. As events spiral toward the final confrontation, sacrifices become unavoidable, and the fate of the Earth depends not just on strength, but on the choices she makes.

Author Dakota Banks skillfully blends urban fantasy with ancient mythology, creating a world that feels both exciting and believable. The structure of the quest to recover the Great Lens keeps the tension building steadily, with each recovered fragment raising the stakes. By the time the story reaches its climax, the ending feels intense, earned, and emotionally satisfying. 

In addition, Maliha is a strong, fearless and memorable protagonist. Shaped by centuries of violence and burdened by guilt, she still feels love, doubt, jealousy, and loyalty. Her emotional struggle, especially her battle between self-sacrifice and self-forgiveness, gives the novel its heart. She is not just a warrior fighting demons; she is a woman trying to reconcile who she has been with who she wants to become. Themes of loyalty, sacrifice, responsibility, balance, and romance tie the story together, reminding us that even the fiercest warriors still long for connection and hope.

Fans of supernatural thrillers, dark mythology, and strong female heroes will find Quest deeply satisfying. Dakota Banks gives Maliha Crayne the ending she deserves: one that is thrilling, moving, and unforgettable. - Review by Book Excellence (bookexcellence.com)

Why This Review Means So Much

Reviews come in many shapes — some short and sweet, some analytical, some emotional. What struck me about this one is how deeply it understood the heart of the story. Quest isn’t just about assembling the Great Lens. It’s about assembling a life — piece by piece, choice by choice — and deciding what kind of person you want to be when the world asks more of you than you think you can give.

Maliha has always been a character who carries her past with her, but she also carries hope. Seeing that reflected back in a review is a gift.

And for those of you who have followed her from Dark Time all the way to Quest, this review belongs to you too. You’ve walked this path with me — through the mythology, the danger, the heartbreak, and the redemption. Your messages, your encouragement, and your patience while I brought this final book into the world have meant more than you know.

If You’d Like to Read Quest

You can find all editions — Kindle, mass market paperback, and trade paperback — on my website (https://dakota-banks.com) or through your usual booksellers. I’ve also added a clear navigation link on the blog so you can easily return to the main Dakota Banks website anytime.

And if you’ve already read Quest, thank you. Truly. Your support keeps this world alive.

Giveaway - 15 Signed Paperbacks of Quest, Mortal Path Series Finale!

Goodreads Book Giveaway

    Quest 
    Giveaway:
    Starts January 16, 2026
    Ends January 28, 2026

    See giveaway details
    at Goodreads.

     15 signed paperbacks!
      by Dakota Banks

Mythology-based,
Urban fantasy/thriller,
Series finale!
Open to US and Canadian Residents

    Enter Giveaway

Mortal Path eBook series giveaway is HERE!

Last day is Saturday, January 31st - Enter NOW!

Four eBooks. One epic journey.
The Mortal Path series — Dark Time, Sacrifice, Deliverance,
and Quest (series conclusion) — can be yours.

✵ Giveaway starts Saturday, January 3, 2026.
✵ All four Kindle eBooks — FREE.
✵ Enter using this short form.
✵ Entries accepted until Saturday,
    January 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
✵ No tricks. Just an amazing reading experience.
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FREE - Limited Time - Quest: Mortal Path Book Four Kindle E-Book

To celebrate the conclusion of the 

Mortal Path series, I’m making the 

Kindle edition of Quest

 free for a few days.

FREE! Quest: Mortal Path Book Four
(Kindle version), 

where urban fantasy meets
suspense and ancient mythology,
is free from 

Friday 12/19 - Tuesday 12/23, 2025! 

Go to https://amzn.to/3KceZXS

Friday - Tuesday,

regular price $3.99 after
Tuesday, 12/23/2025.

The epic, highly anticipated conclusion to the Mortal Path series is here.

Bound by a demonic pact for three centuries, Maliha Crayne has fought relentless battles to protect humanity and her own soul. With the world on the brink of destruction, Maliha races against time to reassemble the Great Lens, an ancient artifact powerful enough to banish the demons threatening the future of humankind forever. Learn more about the rest of the series here.

Perfect for fans of:

Urban Fantasy • Paranormal Romance • Mythological Fantasy • Supernatural Thrillers • Action-Adventure Fantasy • Strong Female Heroes

"Readers who like their paranormal romantic suspense novels to feature nonstop action, twisting plots, and deadly heroines will devour Banks' clever and compelling
Mortal Path series." - Lisa Gardner - #1 New York Times bestselling author

p.s. No Kindle device? No problem! Read on any device (phone, tablet, computer) by going to read.amazon.com after purchasing the e-book. 

Enjoy the read -- and thank you for being part of the Mortal Path Journey!
Dakota Banks

Screenplay wins Best TV Pilot!

My screenplay "Bound by Blood," adapted from Dark Time, the first book of the Mortal Path book series, is the winner of the BEST TV PILOT award for the first 2024 cycle of the Colossus Film Festival! I move on to the yearly program now, and I have high hopes there.

 

Mortal Path Screenplay wins Best TV Script!

WINNER!

 Feedback Excerpts for "Bound by Blood," TV Pilot Episode for the Mortal Path series:

The concept for Mortal Path is refreshingly original in both its idea and execution. The way history and mythology are merged to together to create a unique story is astonishingly intelligent. There is a near limitless possibility of episodes in each of Susannah’s attempts to save souls.

Susannah is a deep, complex protagonist that has a tragic, yet interesting story. The teaser is an effective of way showing her heightened spiritual sensibilities and how that arouses skepticism in those around her. Despite her moral failings, there are a lot of scenes showing that she has a deep desire to do good, which makes her more likable.

Mortal Path is rich with impressively written emotionally poignant dialogue. One of the strongest aspects of Mortal Path is the vivid way a wide variety of emotional scenes are depicted in the script. The strong concept gives it an exciting amount of market potential. The dynamic nature of the story easily lends itself to serialization. The fact that its already based on an established book series inspires more confidence in producers looking to pick up the series.

Final Comments:

Mortal Path ("Bound by Blood" TV Pilot) is an impressively written pilot that sets up an amazing idea for a series. The characters are easy to empathize with and the writing of the script is emotionally poignant. The level of detail that went into the vivid descriptions is highly impressive.

Win DARK TIME in an Amazon Giveaway

Win 1 of 50 free ebooks of DARK TIME: Mortal Path Book One by @DakotaBanks! Yes, 50! No purchase needed. Limited time Amazon Giveaway of this supernatural action thriller. 

“Sometimes you just need a kick-ass former demon’s slave to tackle life’s problems. Especially one wielding a whip sword….Not to be missed!” – James Rollins 

Enter: http://amzn.to/2hAQGSj

Mortal Path Dark Time Ebook on Sale!

Dark Time

Deliverance

Mortal Path ebooks are selling well lately, so Amazon and B&N surprised me with an ebook sale:

Dark Time $.99

Kindle 

B&N Nook Book

Kobo eBook

What if a woman sells her soul to a demon and 300 years later wants it back?

The compelling story of Maliha Crayne begins in the 17th century when she's ripped from her husband's arms and unjustly set afire as a witch. Saved from the flames by a Sumerian demon, she becomes the Black Ghost, his Ageless assassin gifted with otherworldly skills and superbly trained in martial arts. Centuries pass before she finds a way out of the life she hates. Setting her feet on the Mortal Path, Maliha must save as many people as she's killed as the demon's creature, or face his horrible wrath – forever. The odds aren't in her favor. 

"A breakneck ride through worlds visible and invisible — who knew the ancient Sumerians were this thrilling?" – Joseph Finder, Top 10 NYT Bestselling Author

"Seductive, sophisticated, and imaginative. Dakota Banks is firing on all cylinders!" - Steve Berry, NYT and #1 Internationally Best Selling Author

"Dark Time has the flavor of an action thriller urban fantasy novel. The historical aspects and ties to Sumerian legends particularly intrigued me. Maliha has the typical earmarks of an urban fantasy heroine—tough and independent—but there is something else to her. As young-looking, agile and into high tech as she may be, Maliha comes across as a much older soul. It's easy to believe she is 300+ years old. And I really liked that about her." – Musings of a Bookish Kitty, about Dark Time

"Fans of the supernatural and dark fantasy will be intrigued by Maliha Crayne and her quest to save her soul." – Publishers Weekly

"Readers who like their paranormal romantic suspense novels to feature nonstop action, twisting plots, and deadly heroines will devour Banks’ clever and compelling Mortal Path series.” – Lisa Gardner, #1 NYT Bestselling Author 

"Deliverance is a gut-kick of a read, with non-stop action and as inventive a world as I’ve ever seen. Maliha Crayne, not a character to be trifled with, could give other Urban Fantasy heroines a pointed lesson in real ass-kicking." – Vicki Pettersson, NYT Bestselling Author 

Registration Open for ThrillerFest 2018!

International Thriller Writers Presents 

ThrillerFest 2018, July 10-14, in NYC

Early registration is now open with the best rates! 

 More guests to come - stay tuned!

• ATF Pre-Conference Workshop - Presented by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). Add authenticity to your thrillers!

• Master CraftFest - One day intensive writing workshop in a small class setting with bestselling ITW writers.

• CraftFest - Hone your writing skills with the experts.

• PitchFest - Face-to-face pitching to top agents actively looking for new thriller clients.  

• ThrillerFest - Guest interviews, extraordinary programming, book signings, and camaraderie. 

• The Thriller Awards Banquet - Thriller Award winners announced, entertainment, before and after cocktail parties

ThrillerFest is held at the Grand Hyatt in New York City. Don't wait - take advantage of early registration rates. Master CraftFest and the ATF Workshop are standalone events, so you can attend those without attending any other part of the conference. PitchFest has to be combined in a package with Master CraftFest, CraftFest, or ThrillerFest; it's not available as a standalone event. 

Conference Information: http://thrillerfest.com
Online registration: http://regonline.com/tfxiii

Dark Time is a Top 25 Finalist!

The Tracking Board Launch Pad Manuscript Competition provides a way for novelists to get exposure to film and TV sources for adaptation of their books. That's so difficult to obtain if you don't already have a high-powered Hollywood agent.

If your novel is showcased in a prestigious site such as Launch Pad, competition judges will be looking at your book. That's the position Dark Time finds itself in this week, having survived the Top 75 and Top 50 lists and landing on the Top 25! I'm eager for the release of the Top 10 list, but thrilled to have gotten this far.😄

Spring Fling: A New-to-You Author

Spring is here! For those of you still coping with snow, rest assured that Spring arrived on March 20 at 12:57 P.M. EDT, even if it hasn't shown its fair face in your location yet.
Time for a spring fling! To a dedicated reader, that means books. What, you were expecting shopping for frilly, pastel Spring clothing and new shoes or packs of garden seeds? Hah! We readers have our priorities straight!

I participate in a group blog called Supernatural Underground.  We are a terrific group of authors who focus primarily on the paranormal genre. I'm pleased to be in such outstanding company! There are often giveaways on SU. I'm going to introduce all of us quickly, in alphabetical order. Click on our names to visit our web sites and follow us on Twitter with the links after our names. Get to know us better!

Amanda Arista (@pantherista) was born in Illinois, raised in Corpus Christi, lives in Dallas but her heart lies in London. Good thing she loves to travel. The summer of second grade, she read every book in the young adult section of the library. So she started making up her own stories and hasn’t stopped since. She writes the DIARIES OF AN URBAN PANTHER series.




Dakota Banks (@dakotabanks) writes the Mortal Path dark urban fantasies, paranormal thrillers with a splash of romance. With Ancient Sumerian mythology brought forward to the present, a three-hundred-year-old woman tries to redeem her soul by saving as many lives as she's taken. The third book in the series, DELIVERANCE, won the 2012 USA Best Book Award for Fantasy. As Shirley Kennett, she writes suspense thrillers in the PJ Gray series. As D.B. Ayers, she's published HONOR'S JOURNEY, a middle grade historical novel.

A.A. Bell (@ThePoetTrees) is the winner of the prestigious 2011 Norma K. Hemming Award for Excellence in Science Fiction and Fantasy Themes (Race, class, gender, sexuality, disability, etc.) for her debut novel, DIAMOND EYES, and for her second, HINDSIGHT. She's the first to ever win the award twice. As Anita Bell, she writes children's books, and was the first author to win an International “CrimeStoppers Award" for a children's crime series. 

Merrie Destefano (@MerrieDestefano) writes edgy urban fantasy: Vampires and fairy tales, Bladerunner meets Jim Butcher. AFTERLIFE (where everyone gets nine lives) and FEAST (edgy urban romance) leave you wanting more. Her first book of short stories, WAITING FOR MIDNIGHT, is highly satisfying, and the title tells all.  She writes for Young Adults too, and can teach you how to draw fantasy characters.


Jocelynn Drake (@JocelynnDrake) is the New York Times bestselling author of The Dark Days series and The Asylum Tales. When she’s not hammering away at her keyboard, frowning at her monitor, or curled up with a book, she can usually be found cuddling with her cats, Harley and Demona, walking her dog Max, or flinging curses at the TV while playing a video game.

Kim Falconer (@kimfalconer), a bestselling SF/Fantasy author, writes the Quantum Enchantment and Quantum Encryption series, epic stories that seamlessly mingle science and technology with sociology, environmentalism, philosophy, and magic. Astrology has been a part of her life for over 30 years and she teaches and consults in this field. Born in Santa Cruz, California, she lives and writes in the far eastern coast of Australia, sharing her dwelling with two black cats and a pair of Torresian crows. (!)

Leigh Fallon (@Leigh_Fallon) was born in South Africa, raised in Dublin, Ireland and moved to Cork in her 20s. Her debut paranormal romance in the Carrier series was discovered on Inkpop, a website for writers of teen fiction. Within weeks, book one of the in the series, CARRIER OF THE MARK, hit the coveted top five spot and was reviewed by an editor at HarperCollins. A few emails and some hysterical screaming later, she signed her first deal with HarperTeen. The second book in the trilogy is SHADOW OF THE MARK.

Jeaniene Frost (@Jeaniene_Frost) is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of vampire stories in the Night Huntress series, Night Prince series, and the upcoming Broken Destiny series. To date, foreign rights for her novels have sold to eighteen different countries. Jeaniene lives in North Carolina with her husband Matthew, who long ago accepted that she swears like a sailor, rarely cooks, and always sleeps in on the weekends. Aside from writing, Jeaniene enjoys reading, poetry, watching movies with her husband, exploring old cemeteries, spelunking and traveling – by car.

Terri Garey (@TerriGarey) is the RITA^© award winning author of six novels, two series, and various novellas. Her devilishly delicious tales from the dark side have been described as "sweet yet smouldering" by Publishers Weekly, and "sultry and upbeat" by Library Journal. Despite her choice of spooky subject matter, Terri prefers to avoid graveyards, especially on Halloween.

Colleen Gleason (@colleengleason), a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, has written more than two dozen novels in a variety of genres  – most of them with some sort of supernatural element. From vampire hunters in Regency England to dystopian romance (as Joss Ware), Colleen has run the gamut. Her most recent release is ROARING MIDNIGHT, a spin-off of the internationally bestselling Gardella Vampire Chronicles, in which she brings the vampire-hunting family to Roaring Twenties Chicago.

Helen Lowe (@helenl0we) is a Fantasy/Science Fiction author, poet, interviewer and blogger. She won the prestigious Gemmell Morningstar Award for THE HEIR OF NIGHT, the first novel in her The Wall of Night epic fantasy series. THE GATHERING OF THE LOST, the second in the series, was described as a "a classic right up there with the likes of George RR Martin's A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE" by SF Site. Helen has twice won the Sir Julius Vogel Award for Excellence in SciFi-Fantasy: for her YA novel THORNSPELL and for THE HEIR OF NIGHT.

Kristin Miller (@KM_Miller) is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who writes the dark and sexy Vampires of Crimson Bay series featuring a blood war between vampires and shape-shifters and the Seattle Wolf Pack series, with her latest release GONE WITH THE WOLF. In addition to paranormal romance, she also writes contemporary and  historical romance and romantic suspense.

Nicole Murphy (@nicole_r_murphy) has been a primary school teacher, bookstore owner, journalist and checkout chick. Her urban fantasy trilogy Dream of Asarlai's last book is ROGUE GADDA. As Elizabeth Dunk she writes contemporary romance. As a journalist, Nicole has won awards for her writing; she has also had more than two dozen short stories published, the most recent in BLOODSTONES, an anthology of urban fantasy. Nicole lives her love of science fiction and fantasy through her involvement with the Conflux science fiction conventions. As Elizabeth Dunk, she writes contemporary romance. She lives with her husband in Queanbeyan, NSW, Australia.

Pamela Palmer (@Pamela_Palmer) is a New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author of more than a dozen novels including the Vamp City, Feral Warriors, and The Esri series. When Pamela's initial career goal of captaining star ships failed to pan out, she turned to engineering, satisfying her desire for adventure with books and daydreams until finally succumbing to the need to create worlds of her own. Pamela lives and writes in the suburbs of Washington, D.C.

Jaime Rush (@Jamierush) is the New York Times bestselling author of The Hidden series about humans with the essence of gods who walk the knife’s edge between the glamour of Miami and a place filled with dark magick and dangerous beauty. She also writes the Offspring series: Dangerous outcasts with extraordinary psychic powers who must band together to fight an enemy out to destroy them. As Tina Wainscott, she has published eighteen romance novels, mostly suspense and many with a touch of paranormal.

Kerrelyn Sparks (@KerrelynSparks) is the bestselling author of the paranormal romance Love at Stake series, which has hit as high as number 5 on the New York Times list and 22 on the USA Today list. Her most recent release is THE VAMPIRE WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO. She also writes historical romances. She lives in the Greater Houston area with her husband, children, and a house full of garlic.  So far, there are no vampires in her family. Werewolves are another matter entirely.

Wasn't that a blast?! You followed all of us on Twitter, right?  Right? You might find a New-to-You author among us who could turn into one of your favorites. Check us out!

Hugs,
Dakota

Win a Mortal Path Swag Bag!

Check out my post about the fourth book in the Mortal Path series, Bloodletting, on the Supernatural Underground Blog. You can win this terrific Mortal Path Swag Bag (tote bag, three signed paperbacks, calculator, bookmarks, magnets, and pens) just by commenting on Supernatural Underground.

The last day to enter is Wednesday, March 5, 2014. International entries welcome, but an international winner will receive a $35 Amazon Gift Card rather than the swag bag. Go for it!

Happify Me!

As a blogger, I was invited to participate in Happify, an online program based on scientific principles to increase my happiness level. I'm going to share my experiences, at least in general, with the program, since I'm assuming that's why bloggers were selected for the beta trial. I'm very interested in the scientific basis for happiness but just a little skeptical of what Happify can do for me. Going in with an open mind, though!  

Disclosure: Happify is providing me with free access to premium features. There is a free version available. 

I'll check back with you later after I've dipped in one or more toes. 

Happify's S.T.A.G.E.™ framework will help you master the
five skills of happiness. http://www.happify.com

My first step is to pick a track to start on, from choices like "Nurture Your Body and Soul," "Cope Better with Stress," "Be More Socially Connected," or "Appreciate What You Have." (Note: All of these tracks are free.) After the brief survey I did, my recommendation was to start with "Cope Better with Stress" - no surprise there! :-)

Which one would you choose?

Deliverance wins Fantasy Award

I'm excited to share the news that Deliverance, the third book in the Mortal Path series, has received the

2012 USA Best Book Award for Fantasy

"Deliverance is wonderfully unpredictable, full of breathlessly exciting action scenes. Readers will be hooked till the very last page, and then will rush to pick up the others in the Mortal Path series." - RT Book Reviews

"A great concept and a fun read; an original story with just the right blend of action, suspense, mythology, and romance." - Book Bitch 

"Readers who like their paranormal romantic suspense novels to feature nonstop action, twisting plots, and deadly heroines will devour the clever and compelling Mortal Path series. Assassins, demons and danger, oh my!" - Lisa Gardner

"DELIVERANCE is a gut-kick of a read, with non-stop action and as inventive a world as I have ever seen."
- VICKI PETTERSSON

"DELIVERANCE delivers everything I love in suspense fiction: great characters who jump from the page; a smart, layered plot, and pacing that screams. This is the kind of book that makes you look forward to a rainy day." - JOHN GILSTRAP

"Deliverance is a gut-kick of a read, with non-stop action and as inventive a world as I have ever seen." - Vicki Pettersson

"Deliverance is filled with action, suspense, raw honesty, and great drama. It is definitely the most high-stakes installment in the series yet and I could not put it down. Dakota has done a marvelous job of creating an untenable situation and forcing Maliha to deal with it." - Tynga's Reviews

"I applaud Ms. Banks on delivering an action-packed book with a very intriguing story idea that is not your typical paranormal."
- BITTEN BY PARANORMAL ROMANCE

"Deliverance is sizzling hot and full of the trademark action that accompanies this fantastic series. I absolutely loved this book! The plot is outstanding as usual, full of twists and turns and incredible revelations. FANTASTIC. This series is definitely one of my favourites of all time."
- BOOKAHOLIC BOOK CLUB

"[A] fascinating and refreshingly original series. ... Dark Time is a complex novel bound to grab you by the throat and not let go until the final page is turned. The world presented here is brilliantly portrayed and Dakota Banks does a masterful job with her descriptive imagery. I could not put this book down. A Five Klover Recommended Read."
- CKS KWIPS AND KRITIQUES

"The heroine of this story, Maliha Crayne, is a combination of Jason Bourne meets Lara Croft. She is strong, loyal, witty, and pretty much an all around kick-ass person. Is it possible to be jealous of a fictional character? Because I definitely am! I loved it! Banks delivered in all aspects for me."
- I SMELL SHEEP

"The heroine of this story, Maliha Crayne, is a combination of Jason Bourne meets Lara Croft. She is strong, loyal, witty, and pretty much an all around kick-ass person. Is it possible to be jealous of a fictional character? Because I definitely am! I loved it! Banks delivered in all aspects for me." - I Smell Sheep

"[A] fascinating and refreshingly original series. ... Dark Time is a complex novel bound to grab you by the throat and not let go until the final page is turned. The world presented here is brilliantly portrayed and Dakota Banks does a masterful job with her descriptive imagery. I could not put this book down. A Five Klover Recommended Read."
- CKS KWIPS AND KRITIQUES

"The heroine of this story, Maliha Crayne, is a combination of Jason Bourne meets Lara Croft. She is strong, loyal, witty, and pretty much an all around kick-ass person. Is it possible to be jealous of a fictional character? Because I definitely am! I loved it! Banks delivered in all aspects for me."
- I SMELL SHEEP

"[A] fascinating and refreshingly original series. ... Dark Time is a complex novel bound to grab you by the throat and not let go until the final page is turned. The world presented here is brilliantly portrayed and Dakota Banks does a masterful job with her descriptive imagery. I could not put this book down. A Five Klover Recommended Read."
- CKS KWIPS AND KRITIQUES

"The heroine of this story, Maliha Crayne, is a combination of Jason Bourne meets Lara Croft. She is strong, loyal, witty, and pretty much an all around kick-ass person. Is it possible to be jealous of a fictional character? Because I definitely am! I loved it! Banks delivered in all aspects for me."
- I SMELL SHEEP

"There is plenty of action, drama and suspense in Malihas life as she continues to fight for redemption. The Mortal Path books are filled with unique adventures that leave your mind turning. With every book comes more understanding of her situation and what she might deal with in the future."
- URBAN FANTASY INVESTIGATIONS

"I love this series! It is jammed with action and adventure that moves quickly from one harrowing event to another. Maliha is a strong kick-ass woman who survived not only the control of a demon, but earlier, burning after a false accusation of being a witch. Highly recommended for fantasy lovers as well as action and adventure fans...and more!"
- BOOK READERS HEAVEN

"I applaud Ms. Banks on delivering an action-packed book with a very intriguing story idea that is not your typical paranormal."
- BITTEN BY PARANORMAL ROMANCE

"Deliverance is sizzling hot and full of the trademark action that accompanies this fantastic series. I absolutely loved this book! The plot is outstanding as usual, full of twists and turns and incredible revelations. FANTASTIC. This series is definitely one of my favourites of all time."
- BOOKAHOLIC BOOK CLUB

"DELIVERANCE is a gut-kick of a read, with non-stop action and as inventive a world as I have ever seen."
- VICKI PETTERSSON

"DELIVERANCE delivers everything I love in suspense fiction: great characters who jump from the page; a smart, layered plot, and pacing that screams. This is the kind of book that makes you look forward to a rainy day." - JOHN GILSTRAP