Andrew Q. Gordon

First part of a trilogy. This ends at a suitable point in the proceedings but the main threat is still to be dealt with. Therefore this book can't really be read on it's own.

The relationship isn't the main focus of the book and there is little to no conflict there. Farrell and Miceral are fated mates (although we know Farrell is attracted to Miceral when he first sees him) and they fall for each other quickly, moving in together within days. The heat factor here is very low with most scenes merely alluded to.

All the conflict comes from the external situation they find themselves in. There is also a lot of talk of trading and political negotiations but it never feels dry.… (mehr)

First part of a trilogy. This ends at a suitable point in the proceedings but the main threat is still to be dealt with. Therefore this book can't really be read on it's own.

The relationship isn't the main focus of the book and there is little to no conflict there. Farrell and Miceral are fated mates (although we know Farrell is attracted to Miceral when he first sees him) and they fall for each other quickly, moving in together within days. The heat factor here is very low with most scenes merely alluded to.

All the conflict comes from the external situation they find themselves in. There is also a lot of talk of trading and political negotiations but it never feels dry.… (mehr)

A wonderful fantasy story with magic, dragons, a phoenix, and worthy knights, this novella tells the tale of Thane, a guard of the king, and Eraq, the phoenix he frees. Only Eraq is more than a phoenix, and he needs Thane's help to defeat an old enemy. The story is full of mystery, interesting characters, and an epic battle that had me holding on to the edge of my seat as I followed Thane's adventures.

If you're looking for a read that will sweep you into a different world, then you might like this free novella.… (mehr)

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Something I wanted to state clearly is that it was rather a romance book with some fantasy at the side than a fantasy book with some romance. In fact I was quite overwhelmed by the amount of the story that was taken up with the romance in comparison to defeating the dark powers. Especially so since their relationship is such an uncomplicated and never questioned one.

It's set in a fantasy realm though, with the main characters being the best (special snowflake) wizard and a (near) immortal warrior. They fall in love, move in with each other, literally ride unicorns, plan a wedding, go on honeymoon and there is something with a dark lord who's trying to take over too.

In my opinion, as you might have guessed, the romance has been given the focus too much. Maybe if it hadn't been so cheesy it would have been better, but I kept thinking, 'Ehmm, sorry to interrupt, but is there not a war going on?'. However, I did think that the story, once it surfaced was interesting enough, this combined with the fact that it was a nice and fast read makes that I'm looking forward to continue the series soon.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

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