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Thieves #4
Steal the Sun
Zoey thought she would never have to choose, but to save one husband, she will have to betray the other…
As Zoey Donovan-Quinn first sets foot in the faery homeland of her beloved Devinshea, life is perfect. Her enemy is defeated, her heart is full, and Neil and Sarah are at her side. Daniel and Dev are happy, so their visit to the sithein should be a pleasant honeymoon full of wonder and joy. Well, except for the part where Zoey needs to steal an ancient gem from the Queen of Faery in order to prevent Louis Marini from killing Daniel.
Reunited with her whole crew, stealing the magical artifact should be relatively easy, but unknown to Zoey, Dev, and Daniel, there are dark forces gathering against them. As her search for the Blood Stone gets underway, Zoey makes a startling discovery that will change her life, and Dev and Daniel’s forever.
When her new enemy finally strikes at Zoey from the shadows, her newfound happiness is shattered, and to avenge the horrific attack, Dev prepares his mother’s kingdom for war. Recovering from the attempt on her life, Zoey and Daniel desperately search for the stone and in the process unmask the real monster behind the assault.
Stopping the real threat, and saving Daniel, will force Zoey to choose sides in an epic war between the Seelie and Unseelie Fae, even if it means betraying Dev and his people.
A Thieves Novel by Lexi Blake
As Zoey Donovan-Quinn first sets foot in the faery homeland of her beloved Devinshea, life is perfect. Her enemy is defeated, her heart is full, and Neil and Sarah are at her side. Daniel and Dev are happy, so their visit to the sithein should be a pleasant honeymoon full of wonder and joy. Well, except for the part where Zoey needs to steal an ancient gem from the Queen of Faery in order to prevent Louis Marini from killing Daniel.
Reunited with her whole crew, stealing the magical artifact should be relatively easy, but unknown to Zoey, Dev, and Daniel, there are dark forces gathering against them. As her search for the Blood Stone gets underway, Zoey makes a startling discovery that will change her life, and Dev and Daniel’s forever.
When her new enemy finally strikes at Zoey from the shadows, her newfound happiness is shattered, and to avenge the horrific attack, Dev prepares his mother’s kingdom for war. Recovering from the attempt on her life, Zoey and Daniel desperately search for the stone and in the process unmask the real monster behind the assault.
Stopping the real threat, and saving Daniel, will force Zoey to choose sides in an epic war between the Seelie and Unseelie Fae, even if it means betraying Dev and his people.
A Thieves Novel by Lexi Blake
402 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 13, 2014
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Lexi Blake
183 books6,385 followersNY Times and USA Today bestselling author Lexi Blake lives in North Texas with her husband, three kids, and the laziest rescue dog in the world. She began writing at a young age, concentrating on plays and journalism. It wasn't until she started writing romance and urban fantasy that she found the stories of her heart. She likes to find humor in the strangest places and believes in happy endings no matter how odd the couple, threesome, or foursome may seem.
Her first novel, Their Virgin Captive: Masters of Ménage, Book 1, was a collaboration with New York Times bestselling author Shayla Black. There are five more books available in the series: Their Virgin's Secret, Their Virgin Concubine, Their Virgin Princess, Their Virgin Hostage, and Their Virgin Secretary. The next book in the series, Their Virgin Mistress, is releasing this April.
In addition to the Masters of Ménage series, she is the author of the Masters and Mercenaries series. There are eight full-length novels and four novellas available now, with more coming in 2015.
In 2013, Lexi also began releasing her urban fantasy series, Thieves. The first five are available now, with Ripper, a spin-off to the series, coming in 2015.
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Her first novel, Their Virgin Captive: Masters of Ménage, Book 1, was a collaboration with New York Times bestselling author Shayla Black. There are five more books available in the series: Their Virgin's Secret, Their Virgin Concubine, Their Virgin Princess, Their Virgin Hostage, and Their Virgin Secretary. The next book in the series, Their Virgin Mistress, is releasing this April.
In addition to the Masters of Ménage series, she is the author of the Masters and Mercenaries series. There are eight full-length novels and four novellas available now, with more coming in 2015.
In 2013, Lexi also began releasing her urban fantasy series, Thieves. The first five are available now, with Ripper, a spin-off to the series, coming in 2015.
Sign up for Lexi's newsletter at http://lexiblake.net/contact.html#new....
For more information about her books, her appearances and her wacky life visit her Facebook page (http://goo.gl/q2IHnJ) or her website (http://www.lexiblake.net).
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July 14, 2020
4.5 Stars
Review:
My review of Book 1 is basically a series review, so instead of repeating everything, I’m going to focus more on the things I liked about this particular book.
This book is a little more serious than the previous books in the series as the overall plot thickens, the characters suffer through some loss and relationship struggles (among lovers, friends, and family), and Zoey and crew find themselves in the middle of a longstanding feud between Seelie and Unseelie.
The first book is full of tension and longing. The second book is full of heartbreak over having to choose between two loves. The third book is full of intensity. This one is full of loyalty and touching moments and all of the characters fighting for what they believe in, including each other.
Some of the things I loved most about this book in particular were getting to see the relationship between Daniel and Dev progress even further into new territory, getting to know Zack and Lee better, getting to have Neil back but seeing him in a kind of different way since his loyalty was to Zoey instead of Daniel now, and getting to see a different side of Declan.
Oh, Declan, there is always a reason to punch you in the face.
He is most definitely a jerk, but this book showed me that he’s not all bad. He has to think of his kingdom and put the good of the many before the good of the few, and that’s a heavy burden he carries. He also misses Dev and is struggling with the fact that Dev is now older and different, that the twin Declan had by his side for 20 or so years of his life is no longer close to him. He even showed a vulnerable and compassionate side to Zoey. And when it came down to it at one point, he did the right thing because apparently he did have one moral that trumped all his prejudices and the opinions of his people. But once again, that’s the beauty of these books, the imperfect, three-dimensional characters and the way the author is able to make you care about all of them.
Another thing I love is how convoluted (in a great way) all the relationships are. *SPOILER (for the previous books)* *END SPOILER* But I crack up so much at all the little moments here and there that really show how unusual everything is. I also love the way the main relationship evolves in this one. Everything about their lives is unusual, so they embrace it, and I like that.
There was one thing in this book that bothered me though. (Well, I mentioned a few things about the series in my first review, but this one applies to this book specifically.) Whenever a man touches or tries to make a move on Zoey, the men in her life want to maim or kill him. But when a woman molested Zoey, they didn't necessarily like it, but they pretty much just brushed it off and thought it was hot. They shouldn’t be ok with anyone touching Zoey without her consent, regardless of gender.
One last thing, I’ve noticed throughout this whole series that Lexi Blake manages to find and write about the beauty in things that are generally not considered beautiful. For example, the way Zoey sees Daniel’s killing is magnificent, like it really is a sight to behold. It shows Zoey’s love for him, but it’s also a talent of the author. And I just adore this quote:
All in all, another fantastic book in this fun yet emotional urban fantasy series!
*I've read this book multiple times. This review was written after my 3rd read.*
Reread Ratings:
4 Stars (1st Read – 2015)
4 Stars (2nd Read – 2016)
4.5 Stars (3rd Read – 2017)
4.5 Stars (4th Read – 2018)
4.5 Stars (5th Read – 2019)
Recommended For:
Fans of Books 1, 2, and 3 in Lexi Blake's Thieves Series. Anyone who likes laugh-out-loud hilarity, heart-wrenching emotion, complex and flawed but still lovable characters, action, heists, sex, supernatural creatures (especially vampires), and lots of adorable relationships of all kinds.
Original Review @ Metaphors and Moonlight
Review:
My review of Book 1 is basically a series review, so instead of repeating everything, I’m going to focus more on the things I liked about this particular book.
This book is a little more serious than the previous books in the series as the overall plot thickens, the characters suffer through some loss and relationship struggles (among lovers, friends, and family), and Zoey and crew find themselves in the middle of a longstanding feud between Seelie and Unseelie.
The first book is full of tension and longing. The second book is full of heartbreak over having to choose between two loves. The third book is full of intensity. This one is full of loyalty and touching moments and all of the characters fighting for what they believe in, including each other.
Some of the things I loved most about this book in particular were getting to see the relationship between Daniel and Dev progress even further into new territory, getting to know Zack and Lee better, getting to have Neil back but seeing him in a kind of different way since his loyalty was to Zoey instead of Daniel now, and getting to see a different side of Declan.
“I told my brother I would care for you in his absence,” Declan explained. “I did that even after he punched me in the face for absolutely no reason.”
Oh, Declan, there is always a reason to punch you in the face.
He is most definitely a jerk, but this book showed me that he’s not all bad. He has to think of his kingdom and put the good of the many before the good of the few, and that’s a heavy burden he carries. He also misses Dev and is struggling with the fact that Dev is now older and different, that the twin Declan had by his side for 20 or so years of his life is no longer close to him. He even showed a vulnerable and compassionate side to Zoey. And when it came down to it at one point, he did the right thing because apparently he did have one moral that trumped all his prejudices and the opinions of his people. But once again, that’s the beauty of these books, the imperfect, three-dimensional characters and the way the author is able to make you care about all of them.
Another thing I love is how convoluted (in a great way) all the relationships are. *SPOILER (for the previous books)* *END SPOILER* But I crack up so much at all the little moments here and there that really show how unusual everything is. I also love the way the main relationship evolves in this one. Everything about their lives is unusual, so they embrace it, and I like that.
There was one thing in this book that bothered me though. (Well, I mentioned a few things about the series in my first review, but this one applies to this book specifically.) Whenever a man touches or tries to make a move on Zoey, the men in her life want to maim or kill him. But when a woman molested Zoey, they didn't necessarily like it, but they pretty much just brushed it off and thought it was hot. They shouldn’t be ok with anyone touching Zoey without her consent, regardless of gender.
One last thing, I’ve noticed throughout this whole series that Lexi Blake manages to find and write about the beauty in things that are generally not considered beautiful. For example, the way Zoey sees Daniel’s killing is magnificent, like it really is a sight to behold. It shows Zoey’s love for him, but it’s also a talent of the author. And I just adore this quote:
I watched intently because Daniel was a vision of violent power and grace when he worked. The crowd fell like dominoes as he twisted and whirled that sword in an arc that left not one of the men untouched. Blood began to splatter in a neat circle, saturating the ground around him. Half the men had already fallen.
Daniel stopped, his head down, sword held low, and he looked over at me and winked.
All in all, another fantastic book in this fun yet emotional urban fantasy series!
*I've read this book multiple times. This review was written after my 3rd read.*
Reread Ratings:
4 Stars (1st Read – 2015)
4 Stars (2nd Read – 2016)
4.5 Stars (3rd Read – 2017)
4.5 Stars (4th Read – 2018)
4.5 Stars (5th Read – 2019)
Recommended For:
Fans of Books 1, 2, and 3 in Lexi Blake's Thieves Series. Anyone who likes laugh-out-loud hilarity, heart-wrenching emotion, complex and flawed but still lovable characters, action, heists, sex, supernatural creatures (especially vampires), and lots of adorable relationships of all kinds.
Original Review @ Metaphors and Moonlight
October 27, 2018
Zoey and her husbands arrive in faerie unsure of the welcome they'll receive but Dev is treated like a returning hero, even by the people who looked down on him before he bonded with the god Bris, Zoey is considered an unworthy consort to their priest while Daniel is a curiosity that the fae aren't too sure what to do with. Zoey has been tasked with stealing the blood stone to save Daniel's life but as tensions increase between the Seelie and Unseelie the entire group is in danger and this time not everyone will survive.
I'm still really enjoying this series and I'm loving the overall relationship development between Zoey, Daniel, Dev and now Bris, they have come a long way together and are learning to trust each other and to work as a team. Daniel and Dev are getting on better than ever but they do still have a bit of a tendency to bulldoze ahead with their plans without really taking Zoey's opinion or wishes into account, they're better than they used to be but they still need to work on it. Zoey has a bad habit of keeping secrets or sneaking out without backup because she knows they'll try to stop her so really they all make mistakes in this one even when you can see what they're trying to do.
I really enjoyed this story being set in the sithein and getting to meet more of Dev's family, Declan is still a bit of an ass but we do see a different side to him and it's obvious he misses his twin and wants to be close with Dev again. There are quite a few new interesting characters to meet and we also have the whole gang back together so we get to see plenty of Neil, Lee and Sarah which is always a bonus.
It wouldn't be Zoey if she wasn't finding trouble somehow so you just know that her task of finding the blood stone isn't going to be as easy as it seems and with a war brewing things are getting more dangerous than ever. One part of this book was quite tough to read and really broke my heart, it was a very emotional event for everyone involved and grief caused them all to act in ways they wouldn't normally so they do go through a bit of an emotional hiccup for a while there while they're all coping with events in their own way.
I was really happy with the progress on the overall series arc though and I can't wait to see what awaits the gang next in Steal the Night.
I'm still really enjoying this series and I'm loving the overall relationship development between Zoey, Daniel, Dev and now Bris, they have come a long way together and are learning to trust each other and to work as a team. Daniel and Dev are getting on better than ever but they do still have a bit of a tendency to bulldoze ahead with their plans without really taking Zoey's opinion or wishes into account, they're better than they used to be but they still need to work on it. Zoey has a bad habit of keeping secrets or sneaking out without backup because she knows they'll try to stop her so really they all make mistakes in this one even when you can see what they're trying to do.
I really enjoyed this story being set in the sithein and getting to meet more of Dev's family, Declan is still a bit of an ass but we do see a different side to him and it's obvious he misses his twin and wants to be close with Dev again. There are quite a few new interesting characters to meet and we also have the whole gang back together so we get to see plenty of Neil, Lee and Sarah which is always a bonus.
It wouldn't be Zoey if she wasn't finding trouble somehow so you just know that her task of finding the blood stone isn't going to be as easy as it seems and with a war brewing things are getting more dangerous than ever. One part of this book was quite tough to read and really broke my heart, it was a very emotional event for everyone involved and grief caused them all to act in ways they wouldn't normally so they do go through a bit of an emotional hiccup for a while there while they're all coping with events in their own way.
I was really happy with the progress on the overall series arc though and I can't wait to see what awaits the gang next in Steal the Night.
August 9, 2017
This was such a good book. Zoey was loyal, brave, feisty and kick-arse from the very beginning, never leaving off with her determination, except for a very personal moment. Great action, great world-building - a fair bit of Gaelic mythology, a bit of Norse, and a whole lot of different creatures - from trolls to ogres to gnomes, to the Wild Hunt and a Death God and banshees. It has moments of gore and deep emotion but the humour was also in full swing - I couldn't help but laugh out loud, something my husband would have preferred not happening at 2 am, but what can a dedicated reader do? When it's funny it's funny.
The poly relationship between Zoey and Daniel and Dev heats up. Even when Dev has immense grief and behaves... erratically, and Zoey and Daniel have time alone, it is still the three of them that drives everything that happens. Their love has left the doubting phase to settle on certainty now. Hallelujah! They are a hot tamale and there is such passion and sass with these soulmates.
This book takes place solely in Faery where Zoey is being introduced to her mother-in-law, Queen Miria, and Dev is coming home as more than a mortal Green Man, having ascended with a fertility god inside him, Bris. Daniel is an interesting factor, as vampires don't generally enter Faery but he is Dev's partner as well. A war is looming between the Seelie and the Unseelie Fae, and Zoey has a heartbreaking prophecy delivered to her - someone she loves will die... but Zoey being Zoey will never take that lying down.
Zoey is also in Faery to steal the Blood Stone for Luis Marini, head of the Council, and all 'round arsehole. That forms part of a normal job description as thief for Zoey, except this time payment is supposed to be Daniel's life. That is also something that is building and (I assume) will come to a conclusion in the next book.
There is also a trigger in this book
All of my favourite characters had plenty going on in Faery. I love Neil and I'm glad that bit of unresolved history is now resolved between him and Daniel. I look forward to where the series takes them all next, although I have huge trepidation as well.
Oh yes, I am totally in love with Bris, the fertility god who cohabits Devinsheas' body. I will be so pissed if he isn't reunited with Dev again, and therefore Zoey, because Bris is the embodiment of unselfish love, and he loves his goddess and cares for the overall happiness and the love within the corporeal triad.
This is my favourite book in the series thus far. I am moving on to the next one shortly, which will clearly have an Arthurian bent. I believe Steal the Night will be the last of the main series before it branches off. I wish that wasn't happening, I don't want it to branch off, because these characters could keep on going for some time, in my opinion.
November 18, 2015
FINALLY we are so close to a mmf menage. Dev and Danny are even more comfortable with each other. As they enter into Dev's world, the fae are as expected. The royal and aristocracy are elitist snobs and the commoners are fun and love Dev. Dev is treated well only because he has ascended with a god inhabiting his body. When he was merely mortal, he was treated similarly to how those who are mixed race are treated in the real world. I've seen people treat half Asian/half white kids the same way Dev is treated. He's not exactly accepted in either worlds. This lack of acceptance is hard. Now he's finally able to come back home and perhaps mend the relationship with his mother and brother. Then the freaking banshees show up.
Zoey is a nexus. What I like about this series is that Zoey never increases in power. She is not an all powerful heroine who increase in magic or whatever. She's still herself... a human with a bit of extra blood. She accomplishes feats through sheer will power and not understanding that there can be failure. This is why I love Zoey.
Danny still takes a back seat in this story and we get to see a softer side to him. We also get to see how it is when he isn't the one that is all respected and loved. He is more relaxed with Dev which makes a very happy Zoey.
I like the fae world and I want to say that the way it is designed is not anything fresh or unique. It is familiar and stays close to how many authors like to present the seelie and unseelie. I have to say, I lean towards the unseelie too. Hello, tentacles... And they let their women wear skin tight clothing and be fighters. Plus they have the Wild Hunt! What do the Seelie have? Vain and superficial asshats.
Another point I'd like to make is that in these stories, it isn't all doom and gloom nor is it all happiness and rainbows. Ms. Blake does a very nice job in balancing between the good and the bad times. When something happens in this story, it is completely predictable yet it hurts no less. The grief Zoey goes through is understandable and moving. Yet it doesn't stop her. She continues on and the story continues to plow forward. This subtle message that live goes on is a powerful one. The ending did catch me off guard and go WTH. Now we have Arthurian mythos introduced? No way. Yes way! *mind boggles* May I have dragon whilst we are at it?
The ending of this story only makes me want to read the next book immediately. I lost an entire weekend to Ms. Blake. I hope she's satisfied. Recommended for paranormal lovers who want a well written story blending the good and bad times into a siren song.
Zoey is a nexus. What I like about this series is that Zoey never increases in power. She is not an all powerful heroine who increase in magic or whatever. She's still herself... a human with a bit of extra blood. She accomplishes feats through sheer will power and not understanding that there can be failure. This is why I love Zoey.
Danny still takes a back seat in this story and we get to see a softer side to him. We also get to see how it is when he isn't the one that is all respected and loved. He is more relaxed with Dev which makes a very happy Zoey.
I like the fae world and I want to say that the way it is designed is not anything fresh or unique. It is familiar and stays close to how many authors like to present the seelie and unseelie. I have to say, I lean towards the unseelie too. Hello, tentacles... And they let their women wear skin tight clothing and be fighters. Plus they have the Wild Hunt! What do the Seelie have? Vain and superficial asshats.
Another point I'd like to make is that in these stories, it isn't all doom and gloom nor is it all happiness and rainbows. Ms. Blake does a very nice job in balancing between the good and the bad times. When something happens in this story, it is completely predictable yet it hurts no less. The grief Zoey goes through is understandable and moving. Yet it doesn't stop her. She continues on and the story continues to plow forward. This subtle message that live goes on is a powerful one. The ending did catch me off guard and go WTH. Now we have Arthurian mythos introduced? No way. Yes way! *mind boggles* May I have dragon whilst we are at it?
The ending of this story only makes me want to read the next book immediately. I lost an entire weekend to Ms. Blake. I hope she's satisfied. Recommended for paranormal lovers who want a well written story blending the good and bad times into a siren song.
May 18, 2017
This was probably my favorite of all the books. I loved it so much. I cried for Zoey, and I'm still not over it. Everything in this world I could visualize with ease, yet the story wasn't dragged down from descriptions. The sex is unbelievably hot. I definitely would reread this series.
July 1, 2018
There isn't anything majorly wrong with this series. My problem with it stems from the fact that I wonder what the point of Zoey is exactly.
I mean, she's a thief, but the story line isn't centered around thievery. She has no powers nor can she defend herself particularly well. She plays damsel in distress pretty much all the time. She has no clue about supernatural politics because she tends to fall asleep whenever Dan and Dev discuss it.
So she's not smart. She's not a warrior. She's basically just around to feed/have sex with her husbands ,try and make babies and serve as a point of obsession to all the bad guys.
I mean, she's a thief, but the story line isn't centered around thievery. She has no powers nor can she defend herself particularly well. She plays damsel in distress pretty much all the time. She has no clue about supernatural politics because she tends to fall asleep whenever Dan and Dev discuss it.
So she's not smart. She's not a warrior. She's basically just around to feed/have sex with her husbands ,try and make babies and serve as a point of obsession to all the bad guys.
October 11, 2015
I loved the other three books in this series and thought for sure I would love this one just as much. In the other books every scene was perfect and fit very well together. In this book there was so much bad and so much going on. It was bad thing after the other. All the sub characters were great. Zoey's BFF the gay wolf was Awesome. He has a huge personality in the story and he's tough enough to kick some hocus-pocus butt! It makes me wish I had a wolf like Neil to be my best friend and help me pick out hot outfits. I love the relationship between the triad but I don't understand why Zoey keeps pushing for her lovers to have sex with each other. It just don't fit with their personalities and with how infatuated the guys are supposed to be with Zoey. They are close and love each other so we will see what happens in the last book.
This is one of the best paranormal series I've read to date.
This is one of the best paranormal series I've read to date.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 23, 2014
Love this series
This series has everything I love--a good fight, humor, a menage... I am eagerly anticipating the next book. I enjoy the love/hate relationship between between Dev and Declan. Declan's such an ass but at the same time brings so much to the story. Rarely have I read books that I feel bring all the paranormal together so seamlessly as Ms. Blake does in this series. Truly worth the read but definitely must be read in order.
This series has everything I love--a good fight, humor, a menage... I am eagerly anticipating the next book. I enjoy the love/hate relationship between between Dev and Declan. Declan's such an ass but at the same time brings so much to the story. Rarely have I read books that I feel bring all the paranormal together so seamlessly as Ms. Blake does in this series. Truly worth the read but definitely must be read in order.
June 15, 2014
This one was tough... Dev's brother is kind of an asshole
April 5, 2017
"There is no point to life without love. Love, at times, requires risk. It would not be worth having if you never had to sacrifice for it."Steal the Sun picks up shortly after Steal the Moon and Zoey, her wolves, her husbands and BIL are in Faery for a month or so. Zoey gets to meet her mother-in-law, Miria, Queen of Faery. The Seelie court is full of royals with rules and formalities, none of which Zoey and her gang are good at following; she feels a bit more comfortable around the Unseelie.
While meeting her MIL goes better than expected, someone isn't happy with the Faery High Priest's wife - someone's trying to assassinate her. Aside from the meet and greet in Faery, Zoey must also find the Blood Stone for Louis Marini, who has threatened the life of Zoey's vamp husband if she fails.
This installment's mystery was a bit easy to solve, however the inclusion of so many supernaturals made the journey interesting. In the land of Faery Zoey and her gang encounter banshees, a frost giant, red caps, Lady of the Lake and ascended gods Arawn (the Welsh god of the Dead), Herne & the Hunter (of the Wild Hunt). I'm looking forward to what's to come next in Steal the Night.
June 30, 2017
This series is proving to be one of the best paranormal series I have ever read. And I read a lot of them. Steal the Sun is my most favourite one out of all the books in the series. Yes all of them were emotional but it was in this one that I truly cried my heart out. I felt the pain. I felt the struggle. I felt what Zoey, Dev and Daniel were going through. They had finally settled as threesome but you know they were people threatening them. It was heart warming. It was angsty. I felt the feels coursing through the pages that I could not help but be engulfed in it. Steal the Sun is a phenomenal story of love, pain and destiny. It is an urban fantasy and paranormal romance that really made me fall in love with the gene more. Zoey, Dev and Daniel are fast becoming my favourite couple of all time because with all the struggles they have, they still stay a loving unit.
May 4, 2018
Another very good read.
It's fascinating how these characters can draw you in and hold you with the book in your hand until you finished the story... their emotions are real and so are their mistakes, their flaws, the way they try to overcome everything. This time it was Dev's turn to pull away and like Daniel, he understood he was making a mistake and came running back.
I enjoyed this full immersion in fairy lore, and even though there were some tough points in this book, I loved it. I certainly didn't see the turn into the Arturian legends and now I'm curious to see how it will go.
Now we're back in the main plot and the next book will see the resolution to it.
I already know I'll miss these books :(
It's fascinating how these characters can draw you in and hold you with the book in your hand until you finished the story... their emotions are real and so are their mistakes, their flaws, the way they try to overcome everything. This time it was Dev's turn to pull away and like Daniel, he understood he was making a mistake and came running back.
I enjoyed this full immersion in fairy lore, and even though there were some tough points in this book, I loved it. I certainly didn't see the turn into the Arturian legends and now I'm curious to see how it will go.
Now we're back in the main plot and the next book will see the resolution to it.
I already know I'll miss these books :(
March 18, 2014
Now that Zoey has officially married Dev & Dan and become the goddess of Bris, it's time to visit with Dev's family in the fae realm. It's the hope of the Seelie & Unseelies that the new High Priest & Green Man's presence will bring about a new age of prosperity and fertilty to the realm. The open ended vacation/honeymoon is a welcome break from the recent crisis problems the trio have encountered but Zoey will have to locate and acquire the blood stone if they plan to return to the Earth realm or Dan's life expectancy will come to an abrupt end.
But not everyone's happy Dev has found his Goddess or that Zoey is planning to steal a guarded treasure from the faes.
Zoey's being a very bad girl .... again.
Could this series get any better than it has? I can say, after reading this installment, that yes it can. Totally loved loved loved the writing style of the author and the action adventure story line that has our trio embarking on another phase of their plans to overthrow the vampire council AND reconcile Dev with his family. So so so so so many parts in this book had me laughing out loud with it's snark, corny comeback lines, unique twists and turns, and awesome girl power lines. I laughed for over 5 minutes at one memorable line in this book (though there were many others but not as intense) which I can't share because of spoiler potential... ok. I can't help myself. It has to do with videos but that's all I can say. Best line of the whole entire book.
As for the adult content and menage action. Yup. It's in here plus the ante is raised as Dev and Dan are now ok with man on man touching. To what extent you'll have to read to find out. Zoey continues to enjoy the benefits though from her guys in fun fashion including sugarkink quality BDSM play.
Secondary & main characters. The whole gang is back including a couple I had given up hope of ever seeing again. Totally added an additional layer of realism with the play of personalities pitted against each other. I just love it when an author adds small details and personality to their world building. I got to find out things like which character listens to Justin Beiber music, who won't pass up the chance to scarf down nachos, and who has a weakness for dancing nekkid if the situation is right. What I also got to experience in reading this book is that while many of the characters bring out the warm and fuzzy feelings in me the author has also been successful in portraying a foil of evilness and bad guy characters who add excitement, anxiety, and fear in me. Be ready to pull out the tissues as this isn't the end of the series and bad things can happen to good people. Just sayin.
When a book/series/author is able to wring out the high and low emotions in a reader I can't help but give my utmost admiration and endorsement for others to check it out. That I do for this book though it isn't a stand alone installment so you'll have to read the previous ones which really isn't a bad thing if you enjoy contemporary paranormal/urban fantasy erotic romance reads. For myself I can't wait for the next installment to find out where things go from here. :D
But not everyone's happy Dev has found his Goddess or that Zoey is planning to steal a guarded treasure from the faes.
Zoey's being a very bad girl .... again.
Could this series get any better than it has? I can say, after reading this installment, that yes it can. Totally loved loved loved the writing style of the author and the action adventure story line that has our trio embarking on another phase of their plans to overthrow the vampire council AND reconcile Dev with his family. So so so so so many parts in this book had me laughing out loud with it's snark, corny comeback lines, unique twists and turns, and awesome girl power lines. I laughed for over 5 minutes at one memorable line in this book (though there were many others but not as intense) which I can't share because of spoiler potential... ok. I can't help myself. It has to do with videos but that's all I can say. Best line of the whole entire book.
As for the adult content and menage action. Yup. It's in here plus the ante is raised as Dev and Dan are now ok with man on man touching. To what extent you'll have to read to find out. Zoey continues to enjoy the benefits though from her guys in fun fashion including sugarkink quality BDSM play.
Secondary & main characters. The whole gang is back including a couple I had given up hope of ever seeing again. Totally added an additional layer of realism with the play of personalities pitted against each other. I just love it when an author adds small details and personality to their world building. I got to find out things like which character listens to Justin Beiber music, who won't pass up the chance to scarf down nachos, and who has a weakness for dancing nekkid if the situation is right. What I also got to experience in reading this book is that while many of the characters bring out the warm and fuzzy feelings in me the author has also been successful in portraying a foil of evilness and bad guy characters who add excitement, anxiety, and fear in me. Be ready to pull out the tissues as this isn't the end of the series and bad things can happen to good people. Just sayin.
When a book/series/author is able to wring out the high and low emotions in a reader I can't help but give my utmost admiration and endorsement for others to check it out. That I do for this book though it isn't a stand alone installment so you'll have to read the previous ones which really isn't a bad thing if you enjoy contemporary paranormal/urban fantasy erotic romance reads. For myself I can't wait for the next installment to find out where things go from here. :D
April 23, 2020
The more we saw of Declan the more I didn't like him. I'm very satisfied with the decision Dev made in the end. Also, Zoey was not her usual self, even though she got into a decent amount of trouble. I can't quite put my finger on it. Nim was cool, and the sword thing.. I didn't see that coming, but it shouldn't have surprised me, with all the myths and legends that have come to life. And Oliver, very nice attitude this time, and certainly a divine intervention.
July 14, 2018
Review is of the bundle that includes books 1-5.
I was craving some paranormal romance (PNR) lately. I read a lot of romance books and putting some PNR into the mix helps break it up and keep it fresh. Also, I just love taking an escape into a world that is completely different. Whether it's vampires, werewolves, fairy, gods, devils, and anything in between, I'll read it all.
This series by Lexi Blake has so much going for it. It's humorous, heart-wrenching, angsty, action packed, and full of so many other emotions that it's the true definition of a roller coaster book. I look forward to diving into the rest of the series where a new heroine takes center stage.
The relationship that evolves between Zoey, Daniel, and Dev was my favorite part of these books. Yes, I loved the action and all of that stuff but this thing between those 3 was what drew me in. It started out as a love triangle and became so much more. I never really rooted for one or the other guys because they both had something with her that I liked.
The only reason I didn't give this bundle 5 stars was because of the fact that there was too much sex scenes for me. I do like that in my romance books but to many can really be an overkill. Then there was the fact that sometimes their problem solving skill was sex. It magically made everything ok. I didn't buy that and I would have liked it to be solved another way.
Even though I had a couple issues with this, I still think you should give them a try. Lexi does a fantastic job at world building, story flow, engaging scenes, and drawing her audience in. I'm glad I read these books and they did fill that need I had for a good PNR story.
Review copy given in exchange for honest review.
I was craving some paranormal romance (PNR) lately. I read a lot of romance books and putting some PNR into the mix helps break it up and keep it fresh. Also, I just love taking an escape into a world that is completely different. Whether it's vampires, werewolves, fairy, gods, devils, and anything in between, I'll read it all.
This series by Lexi Blake has so much going for it. It's humorous, heart-wrenching, angsty, action packed, and full of so many other emotions that it's the true definition of a roller coaster book. I look forward to diving into the rest of the series where a new heroine takes center stage.
The relationship that evolves between Zoey, Daniel, and Dev was my favorite part of these books. Yes, I loved the action and all of that stuff but this thing between those 3 was what drew me in. It started out as a love triangle and became so much more. I never really rooted for one or the other guys because they both had something with her that I liked.
The only reason I didn't give this bundle 5 stars was because of the fact that there was too much sex scenes for me. I do like that in my romance books but to many can really be an overkill. Then there was the fact that sometimes their problem solving skill was sex. It magically made everything ok. I didn't buy that and I would have liked it to be solved another way.
Even though I had a couple issues with this, I still think you should give them a try. Lexi does a fantastic job at world building, story flow, engaging scenes, and drawing her audience in. I'm glad I read these books and they did fill that need I had for a good PNR story.
Review copy given in exchange for honest review.
October 8, 2019
This is the third of the books in the series I've read [I skipped book three as the plot focus really didn't interest me] and I still really liked the story, and I love these characters.
I will say that this book felt a bit longer and more drawn-out than it maybe absolutely needed to be. There were a few sections where the story dragged a tiny bit for me, and I was anxious to get to the next major plot point. But that's a minor quibble and didn't really impact my overall enjoyment of going along on Zoe and her husbands' new adventure.
This series is a surprising hit for me, as menage is not really my thing. I'm not normally drawn to that story trope, but the characters the author has created and the backstory for how and why Zoe ends up with two husbands is such a well-crafted one, with situations that make so much sense to me, and are believable, that it just felt like the natural thing here.
I really love these characters too. All of them are shades of grey and conflicted. They don't always make the smartest choices, and they all cause each other frustration and pain at times, but the fact that they all genuinely and deeply love each other makes them likable and relatable for me, which makes me love all of them.
The action and suspense and drama of this series is also a big draw for me. I love stories that combine paranormal ass-kicking with sexy romance and this book - and this series - do both in spades. I recommend this for readers of paranormal romance/suspense who don't mind sex scenes that are in the menage genre and are sometimes graphic and fairly creative.
I will say that this book felt a bit longer and more drawn-out than it maybe absolutely needed to be. There were a few sections where the story dragged a tiny bit for me, and I was anxious to get to the next major plot point. But that's a minor quibble and didn't really impact my overall enjoyment of going along on Zoe and her husbands' new adventure.
This series is a surprising hit for me, as menage is not really my thing. I'm not normally drawn to that story trope, but the characters the author has created and the backstory for how and why Zoe ends up with two husbands is such a well-crafted one, with situations that make so much sense to me, and are believable, that it just felt like the natural thing here.
I really love these characters too. All of them are shades of grey and conflicted. They don't always make the smartest choices, and they all cause each other frustration and pain at times, but the fact that they all genuinely and deeply love each other makes them likable and relatable for me, which makes me love all of them.
The action and suspense and drama of this series is also a big draw for me. I love stories that combine paranormal ass-kicking with sexy romance and this book - and this series - do both in spades. I recommend this for readers of paranormal romance/suspense who don't mind sex scenes that are in the menage genre and are sometimes graphic and fairly creative.
September 27, 2017
A trip to the land of the Fae is nothing like Danny or Zoey would expect. A parade of royalty that Dev seems to not quite be accepted into. The Seelie court a parade of royals that have protocol and prodedures that leave Zoey and her friends up in the air. Anticipation is at an all time high waiting to see how the Green Man’s spirit will bless the people of the Fae.
As we know where this entourage is concerned, trouble always seems to follow. Danny is in danger of having silver injected into his heart if Zoey doesn’t complete the task set before her from Louis Marini. A demand that has her reeling at the intent and consequences. In the meantime, not everyone is excited that Zoey is now Dev’s Goddess. A reality that has put her life in jeopardy in the land of the Fae.
Can this series get any better??? As with the other books in the series, Steal the Sun is a readers dream with mystical elements and detailed supernatural aspects. Zoey and the gang are headed into Dev’s world in the land of the Fae. With everyone vying for Dev’s attention, Zoey finds herself in harms way in the most unexpected of ways. When the gang ‘comes to town’ nothing will go how it was planned. Providing excitement and intrigue to entertain any reader!!
Trust me when I say that I cannot get enough of this series!! It’s unlike any supernatural or paranormal series around. This series is erotic, entertaining, and thought provoking. Honestly, I cannot put any of the books down once I start reading. Take the leap of faith…..read this series!!
As we know where this entourage is concerned, trouble always seems to follow. Danny is in danger of having silver injected into his heart if Zoey doesn’t complete the task set before her from Louis Marini. A demand that has her reeling at the intent and consequences. In the meantime, not everyone is excited that Zoey is now Dev’s Goddess. A reality that has put her life in jeopardy in the land of the Fae.
Can this series get any better??? As with the other books in the series, Steal the Sun is a readers dream with mystical elements and detailed supernatural aspects. Zoey and the gang are headed into Dev’s world in the land of the Fae. With everyone vying for Dev’s attention, Zoey finds herself in harms way in the most unexpected of ways. When the gang ‘comes to town’ nothing will go how it was planned. Providing excitement and intrigue to entertain any reader!!
Trust me when I say that I cannot get enough of this series!! It’s unlike any supernatural or paranormal series around. This series is erotic, entertaining, and thought provoking. Honestly, I cannot put any of the books down once I start reading. Take the leap of faith…..read this series!!
July 18, 2017
I was so excited to get my hands on Steal The Sun .I think at this point I can say that the Thieves series is a favourite series of mine and I look forward to every book in this series. Zoey is on her Honeymoon in Devs Faery home land and all seems to be going well. However trouble comes in the form of Marini who wants Zoey to steal an Artifact or else he will kill Daniel, so I think it's safe to say that things get really serious really fast. In a lot of ways I felt like this was one of the darkest books in series, these characters are definitely thrown through the ringer and tested so many times , there were so many time I was worried if Dev ,Daniel and Zoey's relationship would make it through this book just based on all they went through, but in other ways I felt like it made their relationship stronger, the way Lexi Blake writes ther love story just shows who how talented she is as a writer .I loved that we got to delve deeper into the world of the faries in this book , we got to know so much and I just constantly wanted to know more, there is not one thing I did not like about this story it was fantastic! and I cannot wait to find out what will happen next in this series .
February 22, 2021
I loved this book!
No plot spoilers
No potential triggers
There are no grammatical or editorial errors
The story of Zoey, Daniel and Dev continues with this beautifully crafted book. Everything you could ever want from vampires, werewolves and fae. Outstanding characterisation with a gripping plotline littered with all of the emotional responses needed to forge a link with the characters. I have laughed and cried at various points, all the while feeling at one with the characters. There are some sex scenes (well, quite a few, but totally well written) but there is no MM action. As ever with a Lexi Blake book, it's all about the feels.
I have no idea why I have not left feedback before now, I have had the book for years and this is the sixth or seventh re-read, shame on me.
I suppose it could be read as a standalone but it would really make more sense if you started the series at the beginning.
No plot spoilers
No potential triggers
There are no grammatical or editorial errors
The story of Zoey, Daniel and Dev continues with this beautifully crafted book. Everything you could ever want from vampires, werewolves and fae. Outstanding characterisation with a gripping plotline littered with all of the emotional responses needed to forge a link with the characters. I have laughed and cried at various points, all the while feeling at one with the characters. There are some sex scenes (well, quite a few, but totally well written) but there is no MM action. As ever with a Lexi Blake book, it's all about the feels.
I have no idea why I have not left feedback before now, I have had the book for years and this is the sixth or seventh re-read, shame on me.
I suppose it could be read as a standalone but it would really make more sense if you started the series at the beginning.
September 15, 2017
I love these characters and can't stop reading these books. This one is set mostly in the land of Fae, where Zoey goes with her mates for multiple reasons. She has to locate and steal an artifact for one of the vampire council members so he won't kill her mate, Daniel. She also goes to meet the family of her other mate, Dev. I learned about the land of Fae in another wonderful book is a series of Vampire novels by Joey W. Hill. I wonder if these two authors know of each other's work...anyway, Faery land is interesting, treacherous, and just plain weird. A lot happens here, including a war between two factions whose hate for each other goes back centuries. This is great fantasy and I love this world. On to book 5...
October 16, 2017
4 stars. Another great addition to this exciting, sexy series! I was glad that Dev, Daniel, and Zoey's love only grew stronger through all their adventures. I would have loved for some time to pass for them to be happy, even if it's off-page, because they have been through so much and deserve some happy and a break. Still, a great book, crazy adventures, with funny moments, fun side characters, sexy times and an interesting, unpredictable story. Look forward to more from this gang as they jump into their next adventure!
November 3, 2022
🅰🆄🅳🅸🅾🅱🅾🅾🅺 🆁🅴🆅🅸🅴🆆
There's no more words I can say for how much I love this author, this series, and this narrator. Lexi chose THE PERFECT narrator for this series. Kitty Bang is just simply perfect. She nails Zoey's character to a T and honestly, all the characters.
If you're a fan of the SM Gelller's Buffy character and the rest of the Scooby Gang you will love this series. The amount of snark between Z and Lee alone is worth the credit this book costs.
Danny and Devon do a little fantasy worthy exploration in this book and I was there for it!!
There's no more words I can say for how much I love this author, this series, and this narrator. Lexi chose THE PERFECT narrator for this series. Kitty Bang is just simply perfect. She nails Zoey's character to a T and honestly, all the characters.
If you're a fan of the SM Gelller's Buffy character and the rest of the Scooby Gang you will love this series. The amount of snark between Z and Lee alone is worth the credit this book costs.
Danny and Devon do a little fantasy worthy exploration in this book and I was there for it!!
March 6, 2025
i'm not a huge fan of the pregnancy trope so that's why this book wasn't one of my favs but i think it was cool meeting characters who shared their lives with gods (similar to dev). i have very mixed feelings about declan and dev's family but i think towards the end i'm leaning towards not liking them. but the camaraderie between the main trio really made strides and they are ONE UNIT now and it's nice to see them at peace finally without any distrust within this unit. i honestlyyyy think this could've been a 4 or maybe even 3 book series but also looking forward to the end.
July 7, 2017
Did I say the last one was my favorite. Okay I will be honest I will probably just say that from here on out. I love the way this series is evolving. Especially the way the relationships are evolving. No longer so much of a love triangle, but Dev, Daniel and Zoey are growing into something more. I thought the emotions were much more powerful in this book and the sexiness is off the charts. Off I go engrossed in the next book. I cannot even talk about how much I am loving this series!
October 20, 2019
Tensions arise in her new found happiness.
The world that Lexi Blake keeps creating of the Thieves series keeps getting better and better. The plot thickens, angst manifests, the sex becomes sinful and steamier and the humor is wittier. What more can you want in a romance?
Seriously, if you havn't plunged into the paranormal world, it's not too late. I dare you to put this book down for a second once you start!
The world that Lexi Blake keeps creating of the Thieves series keeps getting better and better. The plot thickens, angst manifests, the sex becomes sinful and steamier and the humor is wittier. What more can you want in a romance?
Seriously, if you havn't plunged into the paranormal world, it's not too late. I dare you to put this book down for a second once you start!
March 30, 2021
Steal the Sun is book four in Lexi Blake's The Thieves serial.
The book is not a stand-alone, the books are best read in order.
Zoey, Daniel and Dev's adventure continues.
The three are ina fast paced, action packed adventure, on another realm. A story packed with action and drama, complex, unputdownable.
Every time I finish one of th books in this serial, I think that's my favorite one, and then comes the next installment and I fall in love again.
A fantastic pnr read, 5 stars.
The book is not a stand-alone, the books are best read in order.
Zoey, Daniel and Dev's adventure continues.
The three are ina fast paced, action packed adventure, on another realm. A story packed with action and drama, complex, unputdownable.
Every time I finish one of th books in this serial, I think that's my favorite one, and then comes the next installment and I fall in love again.
A fantastic pnr read, 5 stars.
August 31, 2018
❤️💯
I adore this series every time a new book comes out I reread the whole thing saving the new one for dessert. Lexi Blake is more popular for other series but this is my favorite. Her world building skills and the way she brings the supernatural and mythologies to life weave by them into a magnificent tale that encompasses every one of my favorite genres and interest
I adore this series every time a new book comes out I reread the whole thing saving the new one for dessert. Lexi Blake is more popular for other series but this is my favorite. Her world building skills and the way she brings the supernatural and mythologies to life weave by them into a magnificent tale that encompasses every one of my favorite genres and interest
January 27, 2019
Another amazing story in this series! Lexi Blake can build an amazing world that you just want to live in, I loved the description of the places in this book. Zoey, Dev and Daniel must again fight for their love and it is beautiful to read. There is heart break in this book but also love and humor. Cant wait to read the next book!
June 8, 2020
The main characters rock!
The Unseelie Sithein appear to have less mortal bias than the Seelie. As there are still books to go in the series that remains to be seen. This is an epic series. I recommend buying the entire set now. Warning there will be sad times! This book also has an asshole Prince, kinky sexy times and violent fight scenes.
The Unseelie Sithein appear to have less mortal bias than the Seelie. As there are still books to go in the series that remains to be seen. This is an epic series. I recommend buying the entire set now. Warning there will be sad times! This book also has an asshole Prince, kinky sexy times and violent fight scenes.
June 24, 2020
Great continuation of the series
Daniel and Dev and Zoey continue their great adventure. In the lands of the Fae, Dev's home, there is murder and mayhem and magic - and love, always love. The character's love story continues as they grow and mature - I loved this one. (Declan is annoying though - needs a little smackdown!).
Daniel and Dev and Zoey continue their great adventure. In the lands of the Fae, Dev's home, there is murder and mayhem and magic - and love, always love. The character's love story continues as they grow and mature - I loved this one. (Declan is annoying though - needs a little smackdown!).
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