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This is a very good debut for Emmory. The story and concept are interesting, and I think there is a great foundation for this series to develop into something great. I’m definitely intrigued by the ending, and I liked the bonus chapters with other POVs. On the other hand, I think this could have been much shorter. It almost felt like two stories and dragged a bit for me. I think The Match should have occurred much earlier than 75%, and that we maybe didn’t need as much of the world building/development that went in before it. I felt there were too many instances of pointing out Eliah’s inexplicable rage issues - which are of course important - but overdone. I do however like her resilience through everything, especially The Match.
Overall, I think this is a solid book to start the series and am interested to see where it goes from here.

This was a really good insight into the back story for Thea, and even to some extent Wren. It was interesting seeing Evander in the mix as well as Thea’s introduction to Malik. I have to admit I would love a prequel to the prequel to show me more of his story, but I will also hope for him to have some kind of comeback of sorts in the main series. 

First of all…Ms. Scheuerer, why you gotta do me dirty like that? 😭😆 
But for real, V&R was even better than B&S! The action was great, the banter was on point, the smut was definitely smutting, and I am not even sure how to process the plot twist. I’m dead. Truly. D-E-A-D Dead 💀 
I really really like Thea. She just gets better as this series continues. Kip and Cal are the sidekick everyone needs. They’re basically Timon and Pumba, but knights. (I’m serious…really think about it)
I’m loving the fact that Wren and Torj obviously have some enemies to lovers vibes going, and I very much need that to develop. I’m also interested to see where this all goes in regards the plot twist because I always had a sense that something is off with the history, and I want to know if I am right. 

I loved this book! It gave me definite Alanna/Lioness Quartet vibes, but Adult instead of YA. Althea is so awesome and her resilience to go after what she wants is inspiring. I love that she trains outside of the lessons and studies on her own to help her catch up/surpass the men against whom she is competing. Her chemistry with Wilder is 🥵🔥 and I love me a good grumpy MMC. The trials and fights had me at this edge of my seat rooting for her and her trio of misfits. Kip and Cal are just the best and I need them to have HEAs, please and thank you. I cannot wait to see what comes next! 

This book came out very strong in the first few chapters with high action and emotions. I had some questions because we are somewhat dropped into the plot without much context, but it serves the world building as the story goes. The magic system and how Lia inherits her crown is really unique and fascinating. The Voiding and different types of beings in this was also really interesting. I think there is a ton of potential to build upon as the series continues. On the nit-picky side: I feel certain aspects could have been more developed through this book. On twist in particular felt like there was an attempt to build up to the reveal, but it wasn’t as mind blowing as I would have hoped. That aside, this was a quick paced and easy read. I enjoyed all the characters, and I’m pretty sure I love Tadgh. The final few chapters had me on the edge of my seat, and would be enough on its own to make this an easy 4 star rating. I will most definitely be reading the next book!

Another great installment to the series! This book felt a little slower paced than TDATFH but it has really good character and plot development. I liked following the different storylines and loved when they all came together. As with TDATFH I enjoy the fact the you also get many POVs, including a villain. It gives a really unique perspective. 

I think I just found my new series to obsess over! I love everything about this book. I think all the different POVs might be my favorite aspect because you get little snippets into very different characters and storylines. Lia and Jace are both awesome characters. They are tough and independent, yet manage to work well together in spite of being enemies. Their banter is great, and the romantic tension is delicious. I love all the “side” characters too and I cannot wait to dive more into each of their stories. I even love the villains. No, not in that way (calm down)…they’re just really good villains, and I look forward to them all dying awful deaths. 
The audiobooks are wonderful too! Amanda Dolan is great at bringing out different emotions and I find her voice to be very pleasant to listen to. I have listened to other books by Corvin King before and as always, I love his work. His voice is dreamy AF and he does great job with his narrations. 

Oh. My. GOODNESS! I thought I loved Hurricane Wars, but then I read this! It is SOOO freaking good! The drama, the slow burn and its  inevitable climax (pun very much intended), and the surprises. Everything was bumped up about 10 notches for this book and I was here for it! Tala and Alaric are just amazing. Their arguing and banter is the best. I especially love when they manage to do that during intense, near death moments. It gives off Legolas and Gimli vibes, but sexier (or maybe not if you’re a Gimlas shipper). I feel like this book had really great moments of comedic relief and I loved it. The plot itself was fascinating and continued to catch me by surprise a few times. I really like the Voidfell twist, and I would love to see that somehow play out more as the series continues.
A huge thank you to NetGalley and Thea Guanzon for the ARC opportunity! 🫶🏻 After the ending I basically need book 3 immediately. Pretty please? 😆

This story is super cute and heartwarming. It’s the ultimate Rivals/Enemies to Lovers and Grump x Sunshine combo and I ate it up. I highly recommend checking this out if you’re a fan of Elena Armas because it gives very similar vibes, which is always a plus in my book! I loved that this had a story within the story and how it was used to convey the main characters’ feelings. Sometimes expressing yourself is hard and writing it is easier, and I think it is cool that Katie Holt showcased this in her story. The romantic tension is absolutely delicious and build up to the spice so well! 
This is not my first book narrated by Frankie Corzo, and as always she knocks it out of the park. Her emotions are wonderful she captures the essence of the characters heritage. I always love listening to her Spanish, and her voice in general is very soothing. 
All in all, this was a great book and I look forward to finding more stories from Holt! 

A.N. Caudle has done it again! This book is so intense. It picks up right where we left off on the cliffhanger, and it just takes you on a whole roller coaster of emotions. The multiple POVs and stories taking place keep you on your toes and second guessing your theories the whole time. The characters and their trials make you want to cry and scream, and really just give them some much needed hugs. Truly, everyone is dealing with some burden, and the mental health rep gets HEAVY. It’s all so worth it though because the character growth that comes out of it is impressively written. We also get a lot more spice in this story, as well as a touch of dark romance. The final chapters were heartwarming, but also very dramatic. The ending had me kicking myself for abandoning an original theory I had at the start. Ultimately, this was an amazing book with just enough of a cliffhanger to have me wanting more, but not enough for me to despair at having to wait.