After the cliffy ending in the first book, we're starting to really get into the meat of this story. The couples are trying to get to know each other After the cliffy ending in the first book, we're starting to really get into the meat of this story. The couples are trying to get to know each other but they are having miscommunications that prevent them from "doing the deed". Some breakthroughs are made and the plots thicken....more
I loved Kristen Ashley's fantasy series "Fantasyland" so I jumped right into this one. The format is different since we're dealing with all 4 couples I loved Kristen Ashley's fantasy series "Fantasyland" so I jumped right into this one. The format is different since we're dealing with all 4 couples simultaneously. They have to marry each other and fall in love in order to save the world and vanquish the Beast. At first, I got some of the people confused as there are a lot of characters to keep track of. But it eventually all comes together and the story really takes off. Serious steam here with the promise of more to come. Jumping right into book 2...more
This was a strong beginning to this series; and a new to me author as well. Telise is a very strong and independent woman and she's not sure what to maThis was a strong beginning to this series; and a new to me author as well. Telise is a very strong and independent woman and she's not sure what to make of Raz'jin. Their attraction brings them together despite the Human/Trollkin war but they face quite a few obstacles. I could have done without Telise (view spoiler)[sleeping with her best friend Delakan after she left Raz'jin (hide spoiler)]. This was unnecessary to the plot and I didn't like it!!!...more
Didn't like it as much as the 1st book. I just couldn't connect with Emma and her constantly wanting to go home. She was stupid to think going back woDidn't like it as much as the 1st book. I just couldn't connect with Emma and her constantly wanting to go home. She was stupid to think going back would work out...did she think the FBI would forget about her and go away!!! Ragnar was the only redeeming character here and I loved him. He knew something was different about Emma but still risked his heart on her....more
The plot had potential but the writing and execution were very poor. Dialogue was cheesy and choppy and made it impossible for me to make a connection The plot had potential but the writing and execution were very poor. Dialogue was cheesy and choppy and made it impossible for me to make a connection to either War or Arik. So much was left unexplained and the side characters had no personality....more
4.5 glorious stars I loved Taegan and Zorvut right away. They were both determined to do their duties but to also find love if possible. I really felt 4.5 glorious stars I loved Taegan and Zorvut right away. They were both determined to do their duties but to also find love if possible. I really felt for Zorvut when he finds out that he's only (view spoiler)[ half-orc and that his mom cheated with a human (hide spoiler)]. This ends on a happy for now tone...but war is coming....more
This has been an epic journey and I was thankful that the author gave us good summary info at the beginning so we didn't feel lost, as sometimes the nThis has been an epic journey and I was thankful that the author gave us good summary info at the beginning so we didn't feel lost, as sometimes the numerous names would get confusing.
I really felt pulled into Tristan's story and the complex world created was amazing.
Hopefully we might get a next-gen book to follow-up on the children like Justus and Atar.
What an amazing journey. I was transported to the planet Minos and had a great adventure. The king of Minos, Dhega, wants to find a wife so they decideWhat an amazing journey. I was transported to the planet Minos and had a great adventure. The king of Minos, Dhega, wants to find a wife so they decide to hold a competition. All the contestants have to go through 9 labyrinths and survive. Jalia is determined to win but she gets more than what she bargained for...she develops feelings for Dhega.
Jalia is a very strong woman and she is full of spunk and snark...but not in a way to become annoying. Dhega puts on a very tough face in order to maintain order on Minos, but he's lonely and he craves love. Both these characters are so deep and layered...it adds so much richness to the story.
The world building is fascinating as well and I couldn't wait to see what the next labyrinth would hold. The best part is that the book doesn't end with the competition, we get to dive down into the planet's politics and how they plan to fit into the whole universe. Wonderful....more
This series is epic and you can just feel all the threads coming together. Tristan, Ushna and Brian are finally together. The buildup is starting for thThis series is epic and you can just feel all the threads coming together. Tristan, Ushna and Brian are finally together. The buildup is starting for the war with Innana...can't wait....more
All 4 couples are falling in love but still having some communication issues. There is lots happening with gnomes, trolls, mermen, unicorns and yes, wAll 4 couples are falling in love but still having some communication issues. There is lots happening with gnomes, trolls, mermen, unicorns and yes, we meet the Beast. Changes are being made and not everyone is happy about that. Kings are removed, arrests are made and some tragic deaths occur. Continuing on to book 4...more
Why did it take me so long to read this book and this author? Well, I'm so glad I did.
This story really blew me away and was so beautifully written. IWhy did it take me so long to read this book and this author? Well, I'm so glad I did.
This story really blew me away and was so beautifully written. It takes place on a different pre-industrial world where humans have been slaughtered by demon invaders. We meet poor Brenaith, who is an enslaved soldier, as he is gifted to the Shadow Knight Shaynith-una.
So begins a great tale of gods, demons, elves and humans locked in a fierce battle and Brenaith and Shaynith-una are caught in the middle.
Immaculately written with an insanely complex and intriguing plot. Wonderful character development. Couldn't believe outcome wGreat follow-up to book 1
Immaculately written with an insanely complex and intriguing plot. Wonderful character development. Couldn't believe outcome withe Aiekelos.
I almost died of joy when Laurent finally let his wall down for Damen....more
I truly felt transported to this wonderous world. Brishen and Ildiko had no choice in their arranged marriage, but they are in reality, perfect for eacI truly felt transported to this wonderous world. Brishen and Ildiko had no choice in their arranged marriage, but they are in reality, perfect for each other. Once they get past their physical differences, they learn that they are not so dissimilar after all. This is a slow burn, but once the fire is lit...it's hot and consumes all.
So many interesting side characters, royal intrigues, enemy attacks, but best of all, love....more
Much of this story was quite dark and difficult to stomach at times. Everything is Cian's life is falling a part and everything he tries just3.5 stars
Much of this story was quite dark and difficult to stomach at times. Everything is Cian's life is falling a part and everything he tries just seems to make is worse. His boyfriend is just horrible and he encourages him to become a whore...
The only constant in his life is his friend Reese. I just wished that we could have gotten more details about the whole "fae" component and the story ended just as stuff started getting good...*sigh*...more
Well, I've finally jumped on the Captive Prince band-wagon. I can see why it's so popular...very well written, great world building and deep 4.5 stars
Well, I've finally jumped on the Captive Prince band-wagon. I can see why it's so popular...very well written, great world building and deep 3 dimensional characters.
I loved Damen right away. Laurent is taking a while to grow on me. I know it doesn't fit with the storyline, but the romantic in me wanted some inkling of heat between Damen and Laurent. I guess I'll have to wait for book 2....more
I read this for FREE through the Goodreads M/M Romance group "Love's Lanscapes - Don't Read In the Closet" event.
YeHoly crap this book was soooo good.
I read this for FREE through the Goodreads M/M Romance group "Love's Lanscapes - Don't Read In the Closet" event.
Yes, it's fantasy but there is no magic or weird creatures. This is a love story between the guard Volus and the prince Berhanu. The setting is medieval with lots of swords and guys in tunics (super hot!).
Definitely not your typical romance...I'm not even sure I'd call it a romance. More like a dark military fantasy M/M (or something like that).
This wasDefinitely not your typical romance...I'm not even sure I'd call it a romance. More like a dark military fantasy M/M (or something like that).
This was my first Voinov read and I'm quite impressed with the writing and world building. Great map at the beginning but it's really hard to back to it using a e-reader. I did get a little overwhelmed, however, with all the religious, military and political plots.
I really liked Kendras and the "officer". I tried to like Steel since he saves Kendras' life but in the end, I just couldn't. Widow is kind of a mystery to me.
Will for sure continue on to the next book....more
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