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Gold: Heart of a Warrior: What if loving someone could kill you?
It’s just gonna be one of those days…
Empathic healer and business owner, Dora Alexander decided to celebrate her 25th birthday by exploring the stalagmites and stalactites in Kartchner Caverns. Kinda nerdy? Maybe, but you do you, right? Things take a nasty turn when an earthquake rocks the cave, leaving her alone in complete darkness. Searching for a way out, she accidently awakens an immortal warrior who’s kind of cranky after his 100-year nap. Wouldn’t you be?
Philoctetes, one of Demeter’s immortal Gold warriors wakes up to the disturbing sound of a female sobbing. Thinking she’s one of the Silver demons he’s sworn to hunt down and destroy, he almost kills her before realizing she’s human. Correction. Turns out she’s not just human. She’s also the woman responsible for sending his kind to hell and causing woe and misery for the entire human race.
Dora never asked to be Pandora reborn. And she certainly didn’t ask to be paired up with an insanely hot immortal demon hunter on a mission to save the world and redeem them both. But The Fates seem to have their own quirky ideas. One of them being if she and said hot demon hunter consummate the inferno like attraction blazing between them, they’ll simply cease to exist, with any memory of their time on earth erased forever.
Oh goody, the day just got worse.
Empathic healer and business owner, Dora Alexander decided to celebrate her 25th birthday by exploring the stalagmites and stalactites in Kartchner Caverns. Kinda nerdy? Maybe, but you do you, right? Things take a nasty turn when an earthquake rocks the cave, leaving her alone in complete darkness. Searching for a way out, she accidently awakens an immortal warrior who’s kind of cranky after his 100-year nap. Wouldn’t you be?
Philoctetes, one of Demeter’s immortal Gold warriors wakes up to the disturbing sound of a female sobbing. Thinking she’s one of the Silver demons he’s sworn to hunt down and destroy, he almost kills her before realizing she’s human. Correction. Turns out she’s not just human. She’s also the woman responsible for sending his kind to hell and causing woe and misery for the entire human race.
Dora never asked to be Pandora reborn. And she certainly didn’t ask to be paired up with an insanely hot immortal demon hunter on a mission to save the world and redeem them both. But The Fates seem to have their own quirky ideas. One of them being if she and said hot demon hunter consummate the inferno like attraction blazing between them, they’ll simply cease to exist, with any memory of their time on earth erased forever.
Oh goody, the day just got worse.
271 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 3, 2023
About the author
Eden Robins
18 books9 followersEden Robins believes in second chances. She’s been lucky enough to have a few in her life and knows there’s a magic in seizing the moment to try again. As a mentor, her heart’s purpose is to guide people into living as their full creative potential. As a writer, her heart leads her to inspire readers through her tales. Creating stories about people courageously living and loving true to themselves, no matter how messy it gets, are the ones Eden wants to write and will keep writing for you…and for her. Connect with Eden at https://linktr.ee/edenrobins and check out her blog https://awholeheartedme.com/blog
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December 29, 2023
Full disclosure...I am not a reader of romance. Magic romance, paranormal romance, etc. I generally steer clear of. Though I don't consider myself a prude (and I'm a Secular Pagan so it's not due to religion either), I am not a fan of sexual tension, or sex scenes in general. If it's there, I'm going to skim over it.
So, I'm going to separate this review from that aspect of the book. Just a warning though. If you are also not a fan of the above, this is not the book for you. However, if you can get past that, and you like Greek mythology and retellings/reimaginings, then this book is most definitely for you.
I have always loved Greek mythology. Clash of the Titans was my jam. In this novel we get a twist. A reincarnated Pandora in the present day. A story which splits gods and humans into precious metals. The "good" gods and their warriors are Golds. The baddies are Silver. Humans are Bronze. Oh, and surprise, surprise...Zeus is a jerk. So, as usual we have the gods meddling and mucking things up. I was getting into the story and excited for the outcome because the story does draw one in. However, at times it was difficult to suspend disbelief. Some things just didn't add up. Then it just...ended. I guess I didn't realize this was going to be a series.
In all, if you like magic romance/paranormal romance, I think you will like this book.
So, I'm going to separate this review from that aspect of the book. Just a warning though. If you are also not a fan of the above, this is not the book for you. However, if you can get past that, and you like Greek mythology and retellings/reimaginings, then this book is most definitely for you.
I have always loved Greek mythology. Clash of the Titans was my jam. In this novel we get a twist. A reincarnated Pandora in the present day. A story which splits gods and humans into precious metals. The "good" gods and their warriors are Golds. The baddies are Silver. Humans are Bronze. Oh, and surprise, surprise...Zeus is a jerk. So, as usual we have the gods meddling and mucking things up. I was getting into the story and excited for the outcome because the story does draw one in. However, at times it was difficult to suspend disbelief. Some things just didn't add up. Then it just...ended. I guess I didn't realize this was going to be a series.
In all, if you like magic romance/paranormal romance, I think you will like this book.
May 19, 2024
The Review
This was such an engaging and impressive blend of mythology and modern fantasy. The author masterfully brought the mindset and morality of the Ancient Greek gods and goddesses to life in the more modern-day setting of Arizona, with its blistering heat, technology, and desert environment. This allowed the reader to get lost in the rich atmosphere that was developed.
The narrative did a great job of bringing out those epic, destiny-fueled adventures to life on the page, and the action and dangers the villainous Silvers represented allowed the reader to feel the stakes of this story. Yet the dynamic between the two protagonists and their back-and-forth chemistry that evolved and grew over time brought the heart of this narrative to life. Their singular evolution throughout the narrative and how they embraced their journey was unique. Yet, the growth they shared and the romantic tension were also an immediate draw into the story.
The Verdict
Author Eden Robins’s “Gold: Heart of a Warrior” is a must-read novel that is heartfelt, compelling, and entertaining. The narrative's twists and turns, the emotional pull of the protagonists' shared goals, and the shocking cliffhanger will keep readers eager for more of this incredible story.
This was such an engaging and impressive blend of mythology and modern fantasy. The author masterfully brought the mindset and morality of the Ancient Greek gods and goddesses to life in the more modern-day setting of Arizona, with its blistering heat, technology, and desert environment. This allowed the reader to get lost in the rich atmosphere that was developed.
The narrative did a great job of bringing out those epic, destiny-fueled adventures to life on the page, and the action and dangers the villainous Silvers represented allowed the reader to feel the stakes of this story. Yet the dynamic between the two protagonists and their back-and-forth chemistry that evolved and grew over time brought the heart of this narrative to life. Their singular evolution throughout the narrative and how they embraced their journey was unique. Yet, the growth they shared and the romantic tension were also an immediate draw into the story.
The Verdict
Author Eden Robins’s “Gold: Heart of a Warrior” is a must-read novel that is heartfelt, compelling, and entertaining. The narrative's twists and turns, the emotional pull of the protagonists' shared goals, and the shocking cliffhanger will keep readers eager for more of this incredible story.
January 29, 2024
Romantasy Meets Mythology
Heart of a Warrior was an interesting read that I finished this afternoon. The author intertwined romantasy with mythology in a modern-day setting.
The opening chapter grabbed my full attention. The author conveyed that opening scene to the point that I had a front-row seat. I'll leave it at that because no spoilers.
I would give it a 4.5 rating. Gold: Heart of a Warrior suits readers of romance, romantasy, mythology, romance, and women's fiction.
Heart of a Warrior was an interesting read that I finished this afternoon. The author intertwined romantasy with mythology in a modern-day setting.
The opening chapter grabbed my full attention. The author conveyed that opening scene to the point that I had a front-row seat. I'll leave it at that because no spoilers.
I would give it a 4.5 rating. Gold: Heart of a Warrior suits readers of romance, romantasy, mythology, romance, and women's fiction.
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