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The Crown of Gilded Bones (Blood and Ash, #3)
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OH. MY. GOD.
I'm still reeling from the last part of the book. The ending completely wrecked me. But at the same time, Poppy is so fucking awesome... 😭😭😭
� Strong badass main character
� Amazing secondary characters
� Perfect love interest
� Sweet and sexy romance
� Funny banter
� Plot and pace
� Action
� Gods and mythology
� Drakens!!!! 🐉
❗️❗️ Huge cliffhanger 😩
4.5
While I am madly in love with the characters and the world-building, I like the new places they explored in this book, and don’t even get me started on the drakens, the kickass trio that is Cas, Poppy, and Kieran, and that cruel ending� I also have to admit that some parts near the middle dragged on a little and some conversations were a little repetitive or were the easy go-to strategy to explain any new piece of information or new concept that was introduced. But I still loved this book SO MUCH! That’s why I am hesitating� The rational part of me says 4.5 stars, but the biased part that is in love with this series says 5 stars�
On the other hand, this book has more plot twists, more Kieran and Poppy interactions, more Kieran overall, more sexy hot moments, more mythology and Gods and it even has drakens! We also get to see more of Atlantia and learn more about Atlantia and Solis� history�
Get ready for an EPIC adventure. This series keeps on getting better with each book. So many things happen in this book, so many plot twists, so many feelings! It was a real roller coaster, I laughed out loud, I wanted to scream and punch something. I went through so many emotions, but I loved it.
Objectively, this book is probably not perfect, but I don't care.
I LOVED IT. WHOLEHEARTEDLY.
This book starts off really strong as it jumps straight into the action and picks up exactly where AKOFAF ended. Casteel and Poppy have a lot of work to do to prove to the people of Atlantis that Poppy is worthy of their respect, while also trying to elaborate a plan that would allow them to get Malik and Ian back, and get rid of the Blood Crown once and for all� And just as we thought they finally had things under control, it all went to hell, and here I am now, still reeling from the last 10% and anxiously waiting for the next book.
The world-building is expanding and we get to know new creatures (and I can't wait to see more of them in the next book). Vonetta, Delano, Naill, and Emil are more present and the dynamic between their group is so so so funny. They made me laugh out loud so many times. They added a humorous touch in between (or in the middle of) the fighting scenes and political scheming.
I said it many times, but I'll say it again: I love Kieran. 💙 He is an amazing secondary character, and I wished we’d have more of him. He is a steady and reassuring presence next to Poppy all throughout the book and he balances some of Casteel and Poppy’s most impulsive or reckless ideas. The interactions between the three of them are perfect (and sexy sometimes), and their banter is soooooo funny and delightful to read. I could probably read a whole book just about Poppy, Casteel, and Kieran going through their everyday life and being silly and snarky and I would still give it 5 stars. The friendship developing between Kieran and Poppy is also so sweet and heartwarming... and hilarious too!
Poppy and Cas are also perfect in this book. 🖤 Poppy is such a strong, resilient badass girl, and Cas... well he's Cas. I don't need to say more. I love Poppy, Cas, and Kieran so much. Their friendship is so beautiful. The teasing and arguments they have are so funny and so full of love. I want more of it (and just more of Kieran). Ok... I'm done talking about them (for now).
Things are also getting sexier. There is a lot of nakedness, whether it’s between Poppy and Cas (oh yeah, we have many hot steamy scenes between them), Poppy being randomly naked (or half-naked) in front of people, or people getting naked in front of Poppy. I’m not complaining though, it did create some funny moments, and some hot moments too.
Rest assured that Poppy still has an unhealthy liking for pointy objects, and Casteel has to endure daily stabbing threats from her (although he deserves it most of the time). I think for them, stabbing is the equivalent of a good warm hug for us normal people� At that point, it’s just a running gag in the series, but it still makes me smile every time.
**Mild spoiler in the next quote**
I like that we get to see Casteel’s parents in this book and that they are part of the plot too. I whooped out loud the first time Kind Valyn got involved in a fight just because I could imagine him and Casteel fighting side by side and it was epic in my head.
The next book promise to be epic. The badass Vengeful Goddess Poppy is ready to make fire and blood rain on Solis. It’s going to be AMAZING.
⚠️ SPOILERS below. ⚠️
(view spoiler)
1. From Blood and Ash ⭐⭐⭐⭐�
2. A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire ⭐⭐⭐⭐�
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Lucie V.'s review
bookshelves: fantasy, favorites, gods-angels-demons, arranged-marriage
Oct 18, 2020
bookshelves: fantasy, favorites, gods-angels-demons, arranged-marriage
Read 2 times. Last read March 6, 2022 to March 11, 2022.
“The villain is always the hero in their story, aren’t they?�
OH. MY. GOD.
I'm still reeling from the last part of the book. The ending completely wrecked me. But at the same time, Poppy is so fucking awesome... 😭😭😭
� Strong badass main character
� Amazing secondary characters
� Perfect love interest
� Sweet and sexy romance
� Funny banter
� Plot and pace
� Action
� Gods and mythology
� Drakens!!!! 🐉
❗️❗️ Huge cliffhanger 😩
4.5
While I am madly in love with the characters and the world-building, I like the new places they explored in this book, and don’t even get me started on the drakens, the kickass trio that is Cas, Poppy, and Kieran, and that cruel ending� I also have to admit that some parts near the middle dragged on a little and some conversations were a little repetitive or were the easy go-to strategy to explain any new piece of information or new concept that was introduced. But I still loved this book SO MUCH! That’s why I am hesitating� The rational part of me says 4.5 stars, but the biased part that is in love with this series says 5 stars�
On the other hand, this book has more plot twists, more Kieran and Poppy interactions, more Kieran overall, more sexy hot moments, more mythology and Gods and it even has drakens! We also get to see more of Atlantia and learn more about Atlantia and Solis� history�
“The heart doesn’t care how long you may have with someone.� Kieran looked over at me, his eyes sheltered. “It just cares that you have the person for as long as you can.�
Get ready for an EPIC adventure. This series keeps on getting better with each book. So many things happen in this book, so many plot twists, so many feelings! It was a real roller coaster, I laughed out loud, I wanted to scream and punch something. I went through so many emotions, but I loved it.
Casteel tossed the body to the ground and looked up at another man, blood streaming from his mouth. “What?�
The masked man spun and ran.
Casteel was faster, reaching him in the blink of an eye. He shoved his fist into the man’s back and jerked his arm back sharply, pulling out something white and smeared with blood and tissue. His spine. Dear gods, it was the man’s spine.
Kieran’s eyes met mine. “He’s a little angry.�
“A little?� I whispered.
“Okay. He’s really angry,� Kieran amended,
Objectively, this book is probably not perfect, but I don't care.
I LOVED IT. WHOLEHEARTEDLY.
This book starts off really strong as it jumps straight into the action and picks up exactly where AKOFAF ended. Casteel and Poppy have a lot of work to do to prove to the people of Atlantis that Poppy is worthy of their respect, while also trying to elaborate a plan that would allow them to get Malik and Ian back, and get rid of the Blood Crown once and for all� And just as we thought they finally had things under control, it all went to hell, and here I am now, still reeling from the last 10% and anxiously waiting for the next book.
The world-building is expanding and we get to know new creatures (and I can't wait to see more of them in the next book). Vonetta, Delano, Naill, and Emil are more present and the dynamic between their group is so so so funny. They made me laugh out loud so many times. They added a humorous touch in between (or in the middle of) the fighting scenes and political scheming.
I twisted to find Kieran at our side. He reached up, grasping my arms.
“Do you have her?� Casteel demanded of Kieran.
“Always,� he replied.
I said it many times, but I'll say it again: I love Kieran. 💙 He is an amazing secondary character, and I wished we’d have more of him. He is a steady and reassuring presence next to Poppy all throughout the book and he balances some of Casteel and Poppy’s most impulsive or reckless ideas. The interactions between the three of them are perfect (and sexy sometimes), and their banter is soooooo funny and delightful to read. I could probably read a whole book just about Poppy, Casteel, and Kieran going through their everyday life and being silly and snarky and I would still give it 5 stars. The friendship developing between Kieran and Poppy is also so sweet and heartwarming... and hilarious too!
My first.
My guard.
My friend.
My betrayer.
My partner.
My husband.
My heartmate.
My everything.
Casteel Da’Neer bowed before me and stared up at me as if I were the only person in the entire kingdom.
I wanted to remember what it felt like to be in his arms, to hear his voice and feel his mouth against mine. I wanted to remember the way he smiled when I threatened him, and how his eyes lit up and warmed whenever I challenged him. I wanted to remember the pride I felt from him whenever I silenced those around me with words or by blade. I wanted to remember how he touched my scars reverently as if he wasn’t worthy of them—of me.
Poppy and Cas are also perfect in this book. 🖤 Poppy is such a strong, resilient badass girl, and Cas... well he's Cas. I don't need to say more. I love Poppy, Cas, and Kieran so much. Their friendship is so beautiful. The teasing and arguments they have are so funny and so full of love. I want more of it (and just more of Kieran). Ok... I'm done talking about them (for now).
“I don’t think I’ll ever get used to seeing that,� I whispered.
“Which part?� Casteel asked. “The shifting, or Kieran stripping?� Naill snorted as he righted himself on the saddle, shoving Kieran’s clothing into his bag.
“Neither,� I admitted, my gaze lifting to the trees as we entered the woods.
Things are also getting sexier. There is a lot of nakedness, whether it’s between Poppy and Cas (oh yeah, we have many hot steamy scenes between them), Poppy being randomly naked (or half-naked) in front of people, or people getting naked in front of Poppy. I’m not complaining though, it did create some funny moments, and some hot moments too.
“I have a feeling I’m going to want to stab you by the end of the night.� Kieran snorted.
“And how is that different from any other night?� I sighed.
“Tܱ.�
“You’re safe here,� he told me as he placed the dagger beside my hand. “But just in case, if anyone comes in here, stab first and ask questions later. You should be familiar with that mentality.�
“Why does everyone act like I run around stabbing people?�
Casteel stared back at me and then looked pointedly at his chest.
“Whatever,� I muttered. “You deserved it.�
Rest assured that Poppy still has an unhealthy liking for pointy objects, and Casteel has to endure daily stabbing threats from her (although he deserves it most of the time). I think for them, stabbing is the equivalent of a good warm hug for us normal people� At that point, it’s just a running gag in the series, but it still makes me smile every time.
**Mild spoiler in the next quote**
It was Casteel’s father. He was here. Maybe it was hunger or the residual panic of being seconds away from being in the clutches of the Ascended once more. Perhaps it was everything that Alastir had told me. Either way, tears climbed my throat as I stared at King Valyn. He was here, fighting to free me.
I like that we get to see Casteel’s parents in this book and that they are part of the plot too. I whooped out loud the first time Kind Valyn got involved in a fight just because I could imagine him and Casteel fighting side by side and it was epic in my head.
The next book promise to be epic. The badass Vengeful Goddess Poppy is ready to make fire and blood rain on Solis. It’s going to be AMAZING.
⚠️ SPOILERS below. ⚠️
(view spoiler)
1. From Blood and Ash ⭐⭐⭐⭐�
2. A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire ⭐⭐⭐⭐�
🙂
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“You need to understand that I will do anything and everything for my wife.� Casteel’s gaze latched on to his father‘s. “No risk is too great, nor is anything too sacred. Because she is my everything. There is nothing greater than her, and I do mean nothing.”
― The Crown of Gilded Bones
― The Crown of Gilded Bones
“My first.
My guard.
My friend.
My betrayer.
My partner.
My husband.
My heartmate.
My everything.
Casteel Da’Neer bowed before me and stared up at me as if I were the only person in the entire kingdom.”
― The Crown of Gilded Bones
My guard.
My friend.
My betrayer.
My partner.
My husband.
My heartmate.
My everything.
Casteel Da’Neer bowed before me and stared up at me as if I were the only person in the entire kingdom.”
― The Crown of Gilded Bones
“You will bow before your Queen.� Casteel eyed the Atlantian coolly. “Or you will bleed before her. It is your choice.”
― The Crown of Gilded Bones
― The Crown of Gilded Bones
Reading Progress
October 18, 2020
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October 18, 2020
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April 20, 2021
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April 20, 2021
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14.11%
"Holy Guacamole!!! 😱😱😱
So many things are happening and I not even at the 15% mark yet. This book is going to be EPIC 😍"
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So many things are happening and I not even at the 15% mark yet. This book is going to be EPIC 😍"
April 20, 2021
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18.76%
"He spun me around so I faced him. “I can’t believe you did that.�
“I can’t believe yet another random person just saw me naked,� I muttered, and Casteel stared at me like my priorities were all wrong. And maybe they were.
Poppy is getting wild! 😏😆"
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“I can’t believe yet another random person just saw me naked,� I muttered, and Casteel stared at me like my priorities were all wrong. And maybe they were.
Poppy is getting wild! 😏😆"
April 20, 2021
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23.57%
"“I don’t think I’ll ever get used to seeing that,� I whispered.
“Which part?� Casteel asked. “The shifting, or Kieran stripping?� Naill snorted as he righted himself on the saddle, shoving Kieran’s clothing into his bag.
“Neither,� I admitted, my gaze lifting to the trees as we entered the woods.
I want more of Kieran stripping please and thank you 😁"
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“Which part?� Casteel asked. “The shifting, or Kieran stripping?� Naill snorted as he righted himself on the saddle, shoving Kieran’s clothing into his bag.
“Neither,� I admitted, my gaze lifting to the trees as we entered the woods.
I want more of Kieran stripping please and thank you 😁"
April 20, 2021
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33.64%
"“You’re safe here,� he told me as he placed the dagger beside my hand. “But just in case, if anyone comes in here, stab first and ask questions later. You should be familiar with that mentality.�
“Why does everyone act like I run around stabbing people?� Casteel stared back at me and then looked pointedly at his chest.
“Whatever,� I muttered. “You deserved it.�"
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“Why does everyone act like I run around stabbing people?� Casteel stared back at me and then looked pointedly at his chest.
“Whatever,� I muttered. “You deserved it.�"
April 20, 2021
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"“You have to say that,� I said, rolling my eyes. “Because you’re my husband, and because you’re afraid I’ll stab you if you say otherwise.�
“Fear is not remotely what I feel when I think you might stab me.� My nose scrunched as I shook my head.
“That is twisted.�
😊💛"
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“Fear is not remotely what I feel when I think you might stab me.� My nose scrunched as I shook my head.
“That is twisted.�
😊💛"
April 20, 2021
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"I twisted to find Kieran at our side. He reached up, grasping my arms.
“Do you have her?� Casteel demanded of Kieran.
“Always,� he replied.
KIERAN 😍😍😍"
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“Do you have her?� Casteel demanded of Kieran.
“Always,� he replied.
KIERAN 😍😍😍"
April 21, 2021
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"It was just odd to me that the Ascended would change so much of the true history of the gods, and yet leave the Temples as they were. Maybe that was a line they wouldn’t cross.
A line they wouldn't cross?? Girl they're feeding off babies and children, there's no line they won't cross..."
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A line they wouldn't cross?? Girl they're feeding off babies and children, there's no line they won't cross..."
April 22, 2021
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"“I almost forgot. The next best thing to a good conversation while enjoying dinner is reading a good book.�
My eyes widened as he bent, reaching into the bag. “You did not—�
I think Ms. Willa's dirty journal should be considered a secondary character at that point... 😅"
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My eyes widened as he bent, reaching into the bag. “You did not—�
I think Ms. Willa's dirty journal should be considered a secondary character at that point... 😅"
April 22, 2021
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"Nonononononono! This better not end with this freaking cliffhanger.
I will riot!"
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I will riot!"
April 22, 2021
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April 22, 2021
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"A man who bared his soul and stripped open his heart to me—and only me.
My first.
My guard.
My friend.
My betrayer.
My partner.
My husband.
My heartmate.
My everything.
Casteel Da’Neer bowed before me and stared up at me as if I were the only person in the entire kingdom."
My first.
My guard.
My friend.
My betrayer.
My partner.
My husband.
My heartmate.
My everything.
Casteel Da’Neer bowed before me and stared up at me as if I were the only person in the entire kingdom."
March 6, 2022
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"I stared up at him. “So, I’m a threat that must be dealt with because I’m descended from a deity, who may or may not have had anger-management issues?�
Well... When you say it like that...
Also, Alastir apologizing twice because Poppy got hit in the face, but still keeping her restrained in a cell? Not very consistent dude..."
Well... When you say it like that...
Also, Alastir apologizing twice because Poppy got hit in the face, but still keeping her restrained in a cell? Not very consistent dude..."
March 6, 2022
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"Suddenly, something large and white leapt into my line of sight, taking down a masked man.
Delano.
A wealth of relief rose so swiftly within me that I cried out, the sound muffled by the gag. They were here. They’d found me.
Woop woop!! Delano to the rescue! 🐺🥳"
Delano.
A wealth of relief rose so swiftly within me that I cried out, the sound muffled by the gag. They were here. They’d found me.
Woop woop!! Delano to the rescue! 🐺🥳"
March 6, 2022
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"A thousand questions rose, but the most important one came out first.
“Cٱ�?�
“Is currently disemboweling some idiot in a godsdamn Descenter mask,� he answered, gripping the bone and roots with both hands.
Angry Casteel = Deadly Casteel"
“Cٱ�?�
“Is currently disemboweling some idiot in a godsdamn Descenter mask,� he answered, gripping the bone and roots with both hands.
Angry Casteel = Deadly Casteel"
March 6, 2022
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"Mild spoiler:
It was Casteel’s father. He was here. Maybe it was hunger or the residual panic of being seconds away from being in the clutches of the Ascended once more. Perhaps it was everything that Alastir had told me. Either way, tears climbed my throat as I stared at King Valyn. He was here, fighting to free me."
It was Casteel’s father. He was here. Maybe it was hunger or the residual panic of being seconds away from being in the clutches of the Ascended once more. Perhaps it was everything that Alastir had told me. Either way, tears climbed my throat as I stared at King Valyn. He was here, fighting to free me."
March 6, 2022
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"Casteel tossed the body to the ground and looked up at another man, blood streaming from his mouth. “What?�
The masked man spun and ran.
Casteel was faster, reaching him in the blink of an eye. He shoved his fist into the man’s back and jerked his arm back, pulling out something white and smeared with blood and tissue. His spine.
Kieran’s eyes met mine “He’s a little angry"
“A little?�
“Okay He’s really angry""
The masked man spun and ran.
Casteel was faster, reaching him in the blink of an eye. He shoved his fist into the man’s back and jerked his arm back, pulling out something white and smeared with blood and tissue. His spine.
Kieran’s eyes met mine “He’s a little angry"
“A little?�
“Okay He’s really angry""
March 6, 2022
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"“I know. You’re hungry. But you can’t eat Kieran. That would make me a little sad.�
😂 Just a little sad? Poor Kieran..."
😂 Just a little sad? Poor Kieran..."
March 6, 2022
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"“Oh, my gods.� A flush swept over my entire body. “I’m naked�
“Very� Casteel murmured, angling his body so he shielded me. He caught hold of the door. “Sorry about that� he said to Delano.
The wolven made that rasping, laughing sound again as Casteel closed the door. Immediately, he spun me around so I faced him. “I can’t believe you did that.�
“I can’t believe yet another random person just saw me naked,�"
“Very� Casteel murmured, angling his body so he shielded me. He caught hold of the door. “Sorry about that� he said to Delano.
The wolven made that rasping, laughing sound again as Casteel closed the door. Immediately, he spun me around so I faced him. “I can’t believe you did that.�
“I can’t believe yet another random person just saw me naked,�"
March 6, 2022
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"His words wrecked me. Tears scorched my throat and rushed to my eyes. I did the only mature thing possible. I smacked my hands over my face.
“Poppy,� Casteel whispered, folding his fingers around my wrists. “That sounded like it hurt.�
“It did.� My voice was muffled. “I don’t want to cry.�
“Does smacking yourself in the face help with that?�"
“Poppy,� Casteel whispered, folding his fingers around my wrists. “That sounded like it hurt.�
“It did.� My voice was muffled. “I don’t want to cry.�
“Does smacking yourself in the face help with that?�"
March 7, 2022
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" “You have to say that,� I said, rolling my eyes. “Because you’re my husband, and because you’re afraid I’ll stab you if you say otherwise.�
“Fear is not remotely what I feel when I think you might stab me.�
My nose scrunched as I shook my head. “That is twisted.�"
“Fear is not remotely what I feel when I think you might stab me.�
My nose scrunched as I shook my head. “That is twisted.�"
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March 10, 2022
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57.0%
March 10, 2022
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69.0%
"Kieran wanting to share a casserole with Poppy should not affect me that much... But I find that so cute and heartwarming ❤️❤️❤️"
March 11, 2022
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"I could hear Casteel saying: “I was nothing more than this thing without a name.�
😭😭😭"
😭😭😭"
March 11, 2022
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I read this first chapter a couple days ago and I think it was a mistake because there’s still three months until the rest comes out 😭😭 I need it NOW!!
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Paige � wrote: "I read this first chapter a couple days ago and I think it was a mistake because there’s still three months until the rest comes out 😭😭 I need it NOW!!"You may be right, now I just want to re-read the series and know what happens next. 😭 I am also hoping to see more of Kieran in the third book. 🤞
Only 77 days left until we can read the whole book! 😉
Based off that first chapter I think we’ll see a lot more of Kieran 🥰 JLA also said there’s a romantic scene “she’s never written before� in this so I’m wondering if it will have something to do with Kieran... 🤔 Either way I can’t wait!
Oh that's intriguing... I wouldn't be against some sexy moments with Kieran and Cas 😏😏
I read it and AHHHHHHHH!!!! I was jdhxhdjndxj ahhhhhhhh I mean, ahhhhhh!
@Alexiani I KNOW!!!! 😍😍😍
LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOO
i read that chapter the moment JLA posted it on her feed! never felt like speedy Gonzalez before!
Danielle (always_read_the_end_first) wrote: "LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOO"I hope you enjoyed it! It made me want to read more Kieran moments in the next book. 🤞
HAWKE (can have my BLOOD) wrote: "i read that chapter the moment JLA posted it on her feed! never felt like speedy Gonzalez before!"
Haha! I completely understand, I went to read it as soon as I saw that it was available. 😅
Thank you for the update. I obviously missed the posting of the 1st chapter and will read it asap. Can't wait for this release! Lol 😘 I am going to gladly have to do a re-read.
I planned a re-read too in April. I am so excited 😁😁😁And the first chapter just made me even more excited 😅
I literally just finished this book and ahhh yes your review is perfect! I can’t believe that ending 😳 Honestly, I feel so fired up and ready to kick some ass after reading that haha. I don’t know how I’m going to wait a year to find out what happens next though 😩
Paige � wrote: "I literally just finished this book and ahhh yes your review is perfect! I can’t believe that ending 😳 Honestly, I feel so fired up and ready to kick some ass after reading that haha. I don’t know ..."The ending killed me! A part of me wants to cry so bad, and the other part is so pumped because Poppy is sooo intense and perfect!
At least we don't have to wait for a whole year, but seriously I am already counting the days until the next book! (180 days!!)
Yes, Poppy is definitely one of my favorite characters EVER!! But I think the next book coming out in October is actually a prequel series and we won’t get book #4 for another year 😢 Still something to look forward to though!
Oh no!!! But it’s too long! 😫 I can’t wait a whole year?! I want to cry. 😭😭😭
I think I would have rather stayed in denial 😅 now I really want to cry... I’m sure the prequel will be great and super interesting, but JLA can’t leave us with this freaking ending and expect us to be okay and to survive one whole year!!😭😭😭
Trust me, I'm in the same exact boat as you!! I didn't find out the October book was a prequel until yesterday and I was sooooo sad because I would 100% rather have the actual series finish first before getting a spin-off!!! 😭😭
Yes! We should petition! Or riot! We NEED to know what happens next. Nyktos can wait! 😫
Lucie wrote: "Yes! We should petition! Or riot! We NEED to know what happens next. Nyktos can wait! 😫"I seriously couldn't care less about Nyktos and his Consort at this moment. Really really need the rest of this story super fast!
Loved your review btw! Definitely wasn't wht i was expecting from this book but still good.
Jeena wrote: "Loved your review btw! Definitely wasn't wht i was expecting from this book but still good."Thanks! 😊 And I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one not giving a crap about Nyktos at the moment. 😂 I will definitely read the book, but it's not a priority. Poppy, Casteen and Kieran are the priority!!!!
Amazing revieuw aaaaah I am so curious about this one ugh as I loved the first and found the second meh
Thanks Krista! 🖤 The vibe is different from the first and the second book. I loved all three of them and I recognize that I might be biased 😅 but if you give it a try I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did!What didn’t you like in the second book?
Wonderful review Lucie! I just finished The Crown of Gilded Bones and I agree completely. The beginning and ending was heartbreaking and brutal emotionally. I need the next book. 😘
Thanks! 😘 I wanted to cry and scream at the same time when I was nearing the end. So many feelings 😩😢It is going to be a loooong wait though. 😅
I had warning about the destruction of my emotions, but jumped in with both feet. Life choices questioned. 😆😘
Hahah 😂 but those books that wreck us are the best! 😍
That they are, the very best. 😘
Lorrie (Clockworkbookworm) wrote: "That they are, the very best. 😘"Have you read House of Earth and Blood? I cried a lot while reading this one!
Yes, I have and I loved it. I am going to re-read it soon too. Thank you for the recommendation though, I am always looking for new books. I have read nearly everything SJM has written, with the exception of Catwoman - Soulstealer.
I haven't read Catwoman either. I'm not sure if I'm interested to be honest 😅I will definitely re-read House of Earth and Blood this summer or next autumn to get ready for the second book! 😁
Same! Lol Maybe we can buddy read them. Have a great day! 😘
Lorrie (Clockworkbookworm) wrote: "Same! Lol Maybe we can buddy read them. Have a great day! 😘"Ohhh that can be nice, we'll have to talk about it more!! 😁 Have a good day too 😘
You know, I added this to my TBR because of your review.. :)
Valerie May wrote: "You know, I added this to my TBR because of your review.. :)"Oh I'm so happy!! 😁😁 I hope you will enjoy it, I LOVE this series 😍😍
Such a great review Lucie. I rushed through this book a bit too quickly back on release day, and just finished a reread...now I have a whole new appreciation for it. Is it technically perfect? No...but was it a blast? Absolutely 🙂
Rachel wrote: "Such a great review Lucie. I rushed through this book a bit too quickly back on release day, and just finished a reread...now I have a whole new appreciation for it. Is it technically perfect? No....."Thanks! 🥰 I found that some parts were a little repetitive when I reread it at the beginning of the month, but overall I ADORED it both times I read it, just like the rest of the series. 😊
Have you read A Shadow in the Ember and The War of Two Queens yet?
I did read ASITE but I’m gonna do a quick reread next...felt a little lost when I read it at release. Then I’m diving into War of Two Queens. I can’t wait!!!
Rachel wrote: "I did read ASITE but I’m gonna do a quick reread next...felt a little lost when I read it at release. Then I’m diving into War of Two Queens. I can’t wait!!!"Yeah I recommend rereading ASITE first because there are information in TWOTQ about Nyktos and the Primals. I really hope you will enjoy the 4th book too! 😀
