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The Elves of Lessa #1
Red Rope of Fate
In a land where humans and elves find it difficult to communicate, Tari—an elf—is bound to Captain Arion—a human military officer—in a ceremony designed to promote friendship between the two races. When the ceremony is over the pair discover that the impossible has happened: they can understand each other in spite of the language barrier.
Thrown into a storm of politics, Tari and Arion are put in danger by those who want humans and elves to remain separate.
To make matters worse, Tari realizes she has fallen in love with Arion, who has the emotional capabilities of a rock. As both societies dictate that an elf and a human can never be together, Tari must conceal her feelings. Unfortunately the taciturn Arion is watchful and attentive to Tari’s well being, constantly pushing her to her limits with his loyalty, friendship, and dreadfully informal habit of touching her.
If Tari and Arion survive, their tumultuous relationship will either strengthen their countries’ alliance, or cripple the human courts of nobility. The deciding factor will be Arion, and his indecipherable feelings for Tari.
Note: Free extra chapter can be found here. This chapter is included in the Red Rope of Fate ebook, if you bought your copy after January 2014.
Thrown into a storm of politics, Tari and Arion are put in danger by those who want humans and elves to remain separate.
To make matters worse, Tari realizes she has fallen in love with Arion, who has the emotional capabilities of a rock. As both societies dictate that an elf and a human can never be together, Tari must conceal her feelings. Unfortunately the taciturn Arion is watchful and attentive to Tari’s well being, constantly pushing her to her limits with his loyalty, friendship, and dreadfully informal habit of touching her.
If Tari and Arion survive, their tumultuous relationship will either strengthen their countries’ alliance, or cripple the human courts of nobility. The deciding factor will be Arion, and his indecipherable feelings for Tari.
Note: Free extra chapter can be found here. This chapter is included in the Red Rope of Fate ebook, if you bought your copy after January 2014.
185 pages, ebook
First published April 1, 2013
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March 8, 2023
0.5 ⭐️
I really don’t know what I just read...🫤
It was difficult to get through, very confusing in every aspect, and hard to keep track of who is who. From the forced writing style to the lackluster plot and flat characters, to say I am disappointed with this book is an understatement.
I really don’t know what I just read...🫤
It was difficult to get through, very confusing in every aspect, and hard to keep track of who is who. From the forced writing style to the lackluster plot and flat characters, to say I am disappointed with this book is an understatement.
June 13, 2024
After reading two heavy duty emotional fuckfests, this is exactly what I needed.
✓ A straight forward interracial romance with a smattering of low-key drama.
✓ A heroine who's soft and savage.
✓ A brooding alpha who isn't a complete dick.
✓ Cute as fuck banter between the MCs.
✓ HEA
Yes.
This is exactly what I needed.
It didn't blow my mind or anything but damn, it was relaxing and satisfying and my heart didn't bleed out my chest from being punched in the feels perpetually...
May 3, 2015
Ok, so that was just plain sweet...exactly what I was looking for. Even before any of the romance emerged Tari and Arion's interactions were a joy to behold. They both had a certain dry wit about them that I appreciated. I did wonder that Tari could remain quite sooooo oblivious for quite soooo long and how exactly she managed to keep her secret from Arion. But it was still fun.
The two kings had a lot of personality for side characters. The Seer, the soldiers, and the family were engaging and both Tari and Arion came out with some really funny one liners. There was the occasional cultural mishap, ok the whole latter half of the romance sort of hinged on one, but it still made me smile. Then there was Arion's additional confession. That was worth reading the book for all on its own.
The mystery, though secondary to the plot really, was interesting. As was the true role of the Evening Stars. Though I could take issue with the inference that women, even highly trained and skilled women don't have the heart for real battle, but I think I'll let it pass. You do see the end coming from a mile away but that only heightens the anticipation. You know that HEA is on the horizon and you just can't wait.
It's also worth mentioning that this is a standalone book. These feel like they're getting rarer these days, so I'm thrilled to come across one. I have another of Ms. Shea's book on my TBR and I'll be keeping my eye open for more. She's definitely made it on my radar.
The two kings had a lot of personality for side characters. The Seer, the soldiers, and the family were engaging and both Tari and Arion came out with some really funny one liners. There was the occasional cultural mishap, ok the whole latter half of the romance sort of hinged on one, but it still made me smile. Then there was Arion's additional confession. That was worth reading the book for all on its own.
The mystery, though secondary to the plot really, was interesting. As was the true role of the Evening Stars. Though I could take issue with the inference that women, even highly trained and skilled women don't have the heart for real battle, but I think I'll let it pass. You do see the end coming from a mile away but that only heightens the anticipation. You know that HEA is on the horizon and you just can't wait.
It's also worth mentioning that this is a standalone book. These feel like they're getting rarer these days, so I'm thrilled to come across one. I have another of Ms. Shea's book on my TBR and I'll be keeping my eye open for more. She's definitely made it on my radar.
May 6, 2024
Definitely 3 stars, not quite 4 stars
Enjoyable read. Some sections have re-read appeal for me rather than the whole book, where later books like those in the Timeless Fairy Tales hold my interest from beginning to end.
Sweet, sweet characters, sweet romance. I did like the characters, plot and world enough that I plan on purchasing the book after returning it from my kindle unlimited library.
I would recommend this book, especially if it's still in kindle unlimited.
Enjoyable read. Some sections have re-read appeal for me rather than the whole book, where later books like those in the Timeless Fairy Tales hold my interest from beginning to end.
Sweet, sweet characters, sweet romance. I did like the characters, plot and world enough that I plan on purchasing the book after returning it from my kindle unlimited library.
I would recommend this book, especially if it's still in kindle unlimited.
March 3, 2022
🆗 Characters
🆗 Pace
🆗❌ World-building
🆗❌ Romance
❌ Plot
Where. Is. The. plot?
The only reason I finished this book is that it is so short, honestly, it felt more like reading a Fanfiction. A cute girl and a handsome man are paired together, we follow them into their everyday life as they go to royal tea parties and they visit the market. They fall in love, but somehow it is way more complicated than it should be, and that's it. Add some weak plans from an angry elf and another from an insecure jealous boy to tear Tari and Arion apart (you know to add some action) and a lengthy argument and following discussion about everyone's feelings (to add some drama) and the book is over.
Really, the summary is interesting, but nothing happens, the intrigues could have been way more complex, up until the 60% mark we do not even know that someone is actively working against Tari and Arion, it's just everyday life court... There is no world-building, I don't even understand yet if the two kings are living in the same palace or not, and the characters are very unidimensional and ordinary...
Overall it was very unsatisfying, maybe I would have enjoyed it more as a teenager because it is nothing more than a cute simplistic romance, but as an adult, I felt like I wasted my time on this. Some ideas are very interesting, but they were not pursued or not developed enough to salvage this book for me.
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🆗 Pace
🆗❌ World-building
🆗❌ Romance
❌ Plot
Where. Is. The. plot?
The only reason I finished this book is that it is so short, honestly, it felt more like reading a Fanfiction. A cute girl and a handsome man are paired together, we follow them into their everyday life as they go to royal tea parties and they visit the market. They fall in love, but somehow it is way more complicated than it should be, and that's it. Add some weak plans from an angry elf and another from an insecure jealous boy to tear Tari and Arion apart (you know to add some action) and a lengthy argument and following discussion about everyone's feelings (to add some drama) and the book is over.
Really, the summary is interesting, but nothing happens, the intrigues could have been way more complex, up until the 60% mark we do not even know that someone is actively working against Tari and Arion, it's just everyday life court... There is no world-building, I don't even understand yet if the two kings are living in the same palace or not, and the characters are very unidimensional and ordinary...
Overall it was very unsatisfying, maybe I would have enjoyed it more as a teenager because it is nothing more than a cute simplistic romance, but as an adult, I felt like I wasted my time on this. Some ideas are very interesting, but they were not pursued or not developed enough to salvage this book for me.
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August 22, 2018
MY FAVORITE! I love this author and this is by far my fav! Don't get me wrong I loved them all but I loved this whole story line and the characters. So fun to read. These are sweet fun books that sweep you away and introduce you to fun people and a great love story. This had a little violence and some kissing but very clean. 14 and up.
Reread 8-22
Love this still. I had to reread it before I read the second. I really don't like the new cover it makes this seem like a silly book instead of a well written developed love story. You find out about a whole land and it's people and 2 awesome characters in this fun story. This and her Beauty and the Beast story are my favs.
Reread 8-22
Love this still. I had to reread it before I read the second. I really don't like the new cover it makes this seem like a silly book instead of a well written developed love story. You find out about a whole land and it's people and 2 awesome characters in this fun story. This and her Beauty and the Beast story are my favs.
January 17, 2019
This was sweet and kind of cheesy. I thoroughly enjoyed it, even though there were quite a few eyeroll moments.
July 2, 2025
July 2025 Reread: Still just as fun and addictive as the first time! After some thought I did drop the half star on the rating, but I still really enjoyed the story and characters all over again regardless.
****
November 2022 Review: ***Rating 4.5 stars***
I didn’t mean to read the whole book in one day. Oops. 👀 But it was so good I didn’t want to put it down!
While this story doesn’t have a lot of action or high stakes (though there IS some very good, exciting action!) it made up for that with its entertaining characters and interesting plot, not to mention the world and the twist of elves and humans can’t understand each other due to a language barrier, which doesn’t sound that intriguing but it actually is when you realize the complications of it all plus how strange it is when Tari and Arion can understand each other.
Speaking of these two, I love them! Tari is strong yet sweet and innocent and likes looking pretty but also can kick some major butt and speak her mind. Arion I was afraid I’d dislike due to the whole “man with the personality of a rock” angle, but he actually had more depth and emotion then I thought he would which surprised and endeared me to him at the same time. Not to mention the rest of the usual quirky characters that generally populate K. M. Shea’s books who I love and adore, especially Seer Ringali who is a total kick butt hoot who made me laugh more than once.
Such an interesting, sweet yet swoon worthy, cool start to this series! I’m looking forward to reading book two! And as an added last bit of wisdom…don’t get into a drinking contest with an elf. EVER. 🤣🍺
‼️Content‼️
Language: horse crap; pervert
Violence: fighting with weapons, hand to hand, and magic (not detailed); a girl is tied up and nearly kidnapped twice; injuries and blood (not detailed)
Sexual: kissing (not detailed); a couple of very mild suggestive comments
Drug/Alcohol: characters drink wine and beer at parties; characters get into a drinking contest and get drunk
Other: elves; magic; magical connections and powers
****
November 2022 Review: ***Rating 4.5 stars***
I didn’t mean to read the whole book in one day. Oops. 👀 But it was so good I didn’t want to put it down!
While this story doesn’t have a lot of action or high stakes (though there IS some very good, exciting action!) it made up for that with its entertaining characters and interesting plot, not to mention the world and the twist of elves and humans can’t understand each other due to a language barrier, which doesn’t sound that intriguing but it actually is when you realize the complications of it all plus how strange it is when Tari and Arion can understand each other.
Speaking of these two, I love them! Tari is strong yet sweet and innocent and likes looking pretty but also can kick some major butt and speak her mind. Arion I was afraid I’d dislike due to the whole “man with the personality of a rock” angle, but he actually had more depth and emotion then I thought he would which surprised and endeared me to him at the same time. Not to mention the rest of the usual quirky characters that generally populate K. M. Shea’s books who I love and adore, especially Seer Ringali who is a total kick butt hoot who made me laugh more than once.
Such an interesting, sweet yet swoon worthy, cool start to this series! I’m looking forward to reading book two! And as an added last bit of wisdom…don’t get into a drinking contest with an elf. EVER. 🤣🍺
‼️Content‼️
Language: horse crap; pervert
Violence: fighting with weapons, hand to hand, and magic (not detailed); a girl is tied up and nearly kidnapped twice; injuries and blood (not detailed)
Sexual: kissing (not detailed); a couple of very mild suggestive comments
Drug/Alcohol: characters drink wine and beer at parties; characters get into a drinking contest and get drunk
Other: elves; magic; magical connections and powers
December 4, 2016
This is probably the most unsatisfying thing I've ever read.
I haven't read any of K. M. Shea's previous works, but if this is an example of what I might find, I'm not enthused to try them out.
The summary would have you think that this is a an epic fantasy about elves and humans, but it's just a simple gereric romance that I've seen a million times before.
There's zero world building, and zero personality to the writing and characters.
I haven't read any of K. M. Shea's previous works, but if this is an example of what I might find, I'm not enthused to try them out.
The summary would have you think that this is a an epic fantasy about elves and humans, but it's just a simple gereric romance that I've seen a million times before.
There's zero world building, and zero personality to the writing and characters.
June 26, 2022
Arion the boring but tough guy and Tari the elf chick/ special snowflake.
I have to say I was kinda disappointed with the lackluster world building. It was pretty shallow and didn't make much sense much of the time.
I liked the story generally but I don't plan to read another.
And the douche canoe from this story gets to be the H in the next one? I wouldn't wish that selfish asshat on the witch who used to sit behind me in grade 5!
ANyways, elves and humans have bonding ceremonies, the significance of which still eludes me even though they are integral to the story.
There's a language barrier between Elves and humans that even the bonding ceremony doesn't help (so what is the point of bonding???). Except that Tari and Arion find they can suddenly understand each other.
Someone doesn't like Tari, and keeps trying to abduct her. Prince Ben has taken a dislike of her for some unfathomable reason (and the real reason seemed pretty illogical too).
But generally it's just Tari and Arion getting to know each other.
Bonded pairs aren't meant to fall in love and for some unknown or poorly explained reason, humans and elves don't inter-marry.
But there's not really any prejudice in the story. The prejudice is more for the new princess (Arion's sister) who is thought to be 'beneath' the crown family. And actually she was a total twit. So no sympathy from this reader for her plight.
I don't know. Even the reader of the audiobook, Lucy Rayner was meh.
I felt like the story could have been so much more and the reason it isn't is generally lazy world building.
safety is ... well i have no idea really. But the sexual chemistry/tension is non-existent anyways.
I have to say I was kinda disappointed with the lackluster world building. It was pretty shallow and didn't make much sense much of the time.
I liked the story generally but I don't plan to read another.
And the douche canoe from this story gets to be the H in the next one? I wouldn't wish that selfish asshat on the witch who used to sit behind me in grade 5!
ANyways, elves and humans have bonding ceremonies, the significance of which still eludes me even though they are integral to the story.
There's a language barrier between Elves and humans that even the bonding ceremony doesn't help (so what is the point of bonding???). Except that Tari and Arion find they can suddenly understand each other.
Someone doesn't like Tari, and keeps trying to abduct her. Prince Ben has taken a dislike of her for some unfathomable reason (and the real reason seemed pretty illogical too).
But generally it's just Tari and Arion getting to know each other.
Bonded pairs aren't meant to fall in love and for some unknown or poorly explained reason, humans and elves don't inter-marry.
But there's not really any prejudice in the story. The prejudice is more for the new princess (Arion's sister) who is thought to be 'beneath' the crown family. And actually she was a total twit. So no sympathy from this reader for her plight.
I don't know. Even the reader of the audiobook, Lucy Rayner was meh.
I felt like the story could have been so much more and the reason it isn't is generally lazy world building.
safety is ... well i have no idea really. But the sexual chemistry/tension is non-existent anyways.
March 13, 2023
3.5 stars
A cute, fun, light-hearted and quick romantic fantasy romp. Thoroughly enjoyable and I read it quickly. I wanted a story with a human guy and powerful fantasy-race girl and this totally delivered, and I loved that and loved Tali. The magic was cool, once revealed. I enjoyed the overall premise and characters for the most part.
I do kind of regret I've been putting this off since...*checks how long it's been in my Kindle library* 2019... 😅 Apologies to everyone who told me to read it over the last several years. 😆 🙈
Reasons this is only 3.5 stars:
-Jealous guys who deadpan seriously say they'll stab someone for just flirting with their SO is not cute or funny to me. That aside, I liked Arion.
-An unnecessary fatphobic joke where Tali taunts that some human men can't follow her on a rooftop because they're fat and then thinks about how the guys helping her learn the human language would be proud of her for "a good insult."
-Some odd phrasing here and there. I'm going to be forever wondering why a servant at one point "mewls."
-There are two antagonists and both of their motivations were slightly odd and not as deep as I'd expected them to be.
-I feel like Seer Rengali is meant to be funny, but he's genuinely just a rude narcissist.
-The "I can't love him" seemed a touch forced. 🤷♀️
-I'm confused by the worldbuilding. So there are High Elves (who have long ago left the continent). They were proud, elegant, powerful, passionate, fierce warriors, could be cruel, and think they are better than humans and Lesser Elves, and the Lesser Elves fear if they return they will wipe out the humans. There are humans who are...you know, human with all of varieties and foibles and passions and propensity for violence. Then there are Lesser Elves. Somehow, in the distant past, enough human-despising High Elves had children with humans to create an entire new race of Lesser Elves. Naturally, as the combination of proud warrior elves and passionate and often violent humans, the Lesser Elves are...peaceful, reserved, and gentle with few warriors and thus need humans to protect them?? And as the descendants of human-High Elf couplings, they...have a bizarrely difficult time learning each other's languages?
MINOR
SPOILERS
BELOW:
And some Lesser Elves somewhat randomly have more High Elf traits, which makes them have more magic and be more passionate and capable of violence and...falling in love with humans, apparently. It just didn't quite make sense to me.
END MINOR SPOILERS
But overall, I did enjoy it, it was fun, the world was internally consistent if you accept the somewhat odd foundation, so I recommend if you're looking for some romantic fantasy candy. I'll definitely read the rest of the series and probably read more Shea in the future.
A cute, fun, light-hearted and quick romantic fantasy romp. Thoroughly enjoyable and I read it quickly. I wanted a story with a human guy and powerful fantasy-race girl and this totally delivered, and I loved that and loved Tali. The magic was cool, once revealed. I enjoyed the overall premise and characters for the most part.
I do kind of regret I've been putting this off since...*checks how long it's been in my Kindle library* 2019... 😅 Apologies to everyone who told me to read it over the last several years. 😆 🙈
Reasons this is only 3.5 stars:
-Jealous guys who deadpan seriously say they'll stab someone for just flirting with their SO is not cute or funny to me. That aside, I liked Arion.
-An unnecessary fatphobic joke where Tali taunts that some human men can't follow her on a rooftop because they're fat and then thinks about how the guys helping her learn the human language would be proud of her for "a good insult."
-Some odd phrasing here and there. I'm going to be forever wondering why a servant at one point "mewls."
-There are two antagonists and both of their motivations were slightly odd and not as deep as I'd expected them to be.
-I feel like Seer Rengali is meant to be funny, but he's genuinely just a rude narcissist.
-The "I can't love him" seemed a touch forced. 🤷♀️
-I'm confused by the worldbuilding. So there are High Elves (who have long ago left the continent). They were proud, elegant, powerful, passionate, fierce warriors, could be cruel, and think they are better than humans and Lesser Elves, and the Lesser Elves fear if they return they will wipe out the humans. There are humans who are...you know, human with all of varieties and foibles and passions and propensity for violence. Then there are Lesser Elves. Somehow, in the distant past, enough human-despising High Elves had children with humans to create an entire new race of Lesser Elves. Naturally, as the combination of proud warrior elves and passionate and often violent humans, the Lesser Elves are...peaceful, reserved, and gentle with few warriors and thus need humans to protect them?? And as the descendants of human-High Elf couplings, they...have a bizarrely difficult time learning each other's languages?
MINOR
SPOILERS
BELOW:
And some Lesser Elves somewhat randomly have more High Elf traits, which makes them have more magic and be more passionate and capable of violence and...falling in love with humans, apparently. It just didn't quite make sense to me.
END MINOR SPOILERS
But overall, I did enjoy it, it was fun, the world was internally consistent if you accept the somewhat odd foundation, so I recommend if you're looking for some romantic fantasy candy. I'll definitely read the rest of the series and probably read more Shea in the future.
February 18, 2024
VERY light fantasy/romance. Strong on the romance, virtually nonexistent on the fantasy with the exception that half the characters are elves. Everything else takes place in the human world with all human interactions and experiences. It is just what I needed, though. After reading some pretty heavy fantasy, I was looking for an easy, sweet break.
August 12, 2020
3.5
I had a lot of fun reading this book- I generally liked the characters, the backstory with the elves and human's relationships, and the slow build romance.
But for some reason it felt a little...muted...maybe?
Maybe because I didn't really get a feel for the romance, but at the same time I would consider this YA so thats understandable.
(Even though the h is 25 and the H is 33) it was all relatively sweet and light.
But if you have KU I would recommend if your looking for a human/elf fantasy with a little bit of mystery and romance.
I had a lot of fun reading this book- I generally liked the characters, the backstory with the elves and human's relationships, and the slow build romance.
But for some reason it felt a little...muted...maybe?
Maybe because I didn't really get a feel for the romance, but at the same time I would consider this YA so thats understandable.
(Even though the h is 25 and the H is 33) it was all relatively sweet and light.
But if you have KU I would recommend if your looking for a human/elf fantasy with a little bit of mystery and romance.
December 16, 2022
This book is one the shorter side, but I think the length is just right for this story since the author manages the flow so well. Tari and Arion’s interactions are so funny. Tari’s tutor though Haha. He’s a riot; I almost laughed my head off when Tair was telling Arion about her tutor.
I love the way that K.M. Shea emphasizes cultural differences and how they can be so easily misinterpreted by both parties. She really shows how communication is important, especially since Arion “has the emotional capabilities of a rock.” The world building is amazing in this story too!
Tair’s character is so well done that she is her own crepe cake. It’s just layer after layer. You’ll see what I mean haha. It's great.
I love the way that K.M. Shea emphasizes cultural differences and how they can be so easily misinterpreted by both parties. She really shows how communication is important, especially since Arion “has the emotional capabilities of a rock.” The world building is amazing in this story too!
Tair’s character is so well done that she is her own crepe cake. It’s just layer after layer. You’ll see what I mean haha. It's great.
May 6, 2022
Fun, fast, sweet, no-angst romance. Perfect to fill that fluff elven/human spot you sometimes need between all the adventure and what-not!
March 15, 2024
3.5 stars
April 9, 2025
So ridiculously adorable! 🥰
He’s a human. She’s an elf. He’s a captain. She’s a warrior. Let love ensue.
My undying love for K.M. Shea books started with her Magiford series, and I can see the same level of humour in this one. It’s more kiss-y and romantic but packed with plenty of action and thoughtful world building.
I adore Tari and Arion together as they sort out cultural differences, fight a few battles, attend drinking parties… ahem, tea evenings, and have snort-inducing banter.
Content: kissing only; a drinking scene played for laughs (think Legolas & Gimli’s drinking competition or the hobbits dancing in the Green Dragon tavern from LOTR)
He’s a human. She’s an elf. He’s a captain. She’s a warrior. Let love ensue.
My undying love for K.M. Shea books started with her Magiford series, and I can see the same level of humour in this one. It’s more kiss-y and romantic but packed with plenty of action and thoughtful world building.
I adore Tari and Arion together as they sort out cultural differences, fight a few battles, attend drinking parties… ahem, tea evenings, and have snort-inducing banter.
Content: kissing only; a drinking scene played for laughs (think Legolas & Gimli’s drinking competition or the hobbits dancing in the Green Dragon tavern from LOTR)
September 16, 2024
I'm both disappointed by how easily everyone communicated after the premise; AND I'm disappointed by how much of the drama was only based on miscommunication.
January 30, 2020
1/30/20 - Just re-read this book and I didn't remember a lot of it. That being said, I enjoyed it again this second time around. The characters were great. Again, I did wish I would have a character guide and pre-knowledge about what and Evening Star was and I wish the romance would have had a little more oomph but overall an enjoyable read.
4.5
I'm quickly becoming a big fan of K.M. Shea. I admit at first I was totally confused by what was going on, but by the second chapter, I was totally hooked. Loved every minute of if from then on. The only part I wished I could see in movie format was the Evening Star fight, I totally did not get a mental picture of her descriptions...but still really, really good book! There were a few modern terms thrown in there that made me laugh. "Touchy-feely" too funny.
Moral Note: Some mild-heavy violence, some mild innuendos. Drinking
4.5
I'm quickly becoming a big fan of K.M. Shea. I admit at first I was totally confused by what was going on, but by the second chapter, I was totally hooked. Loved every minute of if from then on. The only part I wished I could see in movie format was the Evening Star fight, I totally did not get a mental picture of her descriptions...but still really, really good book! There were a few modern terms thrown in there that made me laugh. "Touchy-feely" too funny.
Moral Note: Some mild-heavy violence, some mild innuendos. Drinking
December 23, 2019
This is my new favorite book. Oh my goodness.
A few years ago, I lived in Japan as a missionary from America with a Brazilian organization, and somehow this fantasy book about elves and humans perfectly captured that specific brand of culture shock-at least to me, haha. It was so well done-a ton of hilarious culture shock, without ever going into second hand embarrassment territory-I am so impressed! I could relate to this so well, and I loved it.
The romance was adorable, and I loved being able to read from both of their points of view.
Also, Seer Ringali is my husband. Fight me. xD But seriously, his character was amazing. He stole every scene for me.
A few years ago, I lived in Japan as a missionary from America with a Brazilian organization, and somehow this fantasy book about elves and humans perfectly captured that specific brand of culture shock-at least to me, haha. It was so well done-a ton of hilarious culture shock, without ever going into second hand embarrassment territory-I am so impressed! I could relate to this so well, and I loved it.
The romance was adorable, and I loved being able to read from both of their points of view.
Also, Seer Ringali is my husband. Fight me. xD But seriously, his character was amazing. He stole every scene for me.
August 3, 2020
When first reading this book I enjoyed it, but I finished it slightly unsure how much. Finished it again a week or so ago and overall thumbs up - the idea framing the story is a good one. I also liked the characters of Captian Arion and Lady Tari just wish the intrigue and the romance between the two had been teased out a tad more.
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August 30, 2020Supremely fluffy.
August 21, 2020
This is such an adorable book! It is more romance-y than some of K.M. Shea's other books, but it still has a dose of action and fun worldbuilding. And elves. :)
Re-Read Review: I think I adore this book even more with each reading. This time, I listened to the audiobook with a friend, and it was fun to share this fun series with her. This book is fun and adorable and a unique take on elves and humans.
Re-Read Review: I think I adore this book even more with each reading. This time, I listened to the audiobook with a friend, and it was fun to share this fun series with her. This book is fun and adorable and a unique take on elves and humans.
October 3, 2014
A cute story, but it started stronger than it ended. The latter half of the book grew less believable and more forced, and the culmination of the love story was a little rushed and syrupy sweet. Despite its issues, Tari is a fun protagonist and very likeable.
June 23, 2016
Re-read. Again. Because this book is awesome.
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June 22, 2016Clean romance. I got this free in 2015.
January 5, 2022
Clean, relaxing fantasy romance.
*I listened to the story and the narrator drove me up a wall* So 3.5 stars for the audiobook. :p
*I listened to the story and the narrator drove me up a wall* So 3.5 stars for the audiobook. :p
March 23, 2020
4.3 stars
Very cute, fun read! I really enjoyed it. There were a few technical issues like the language barrier needed to be explained a bit more, and there were so many people it got a bit confusing, but overall well executed.
Very cute, fun read! I really enjoyed it. There were a few technical issues like the language barrier needed to be explained a bit more, and there were so many people it got a bit confusing, but overall well executed.
July 29, 2020
Not quite 4 stars.
I loved the world-building and the different cultures, plus the romance was cute, but the plot was a bit confusing and farfetched at times.
I loved the world-building and the different cultures, plus the romance was cute, but the plot was a bit confusing and farfetched at times.
March 30, 2024
4.75🌟.
Safe, no spice, KU and recommended.
Safe, no spice, KU and recommended.
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