Moonlit

Solstice Witch #3

by Kate Sullivan

Earth witch Lenna Harms will do whatever it takes to reach the hidden Moon Cave that holds the answers to not only questions about her solstice birth, but about the prophecy of light and dark as well.

Reya is there to help, though Lenna isn’t sure if she can trust the rogue witch. She’s been scorned before and as Isaac tries to break the curse cast upon him, Lenna must examine her current relationships and allegiances.

Liam will do what he can to help Lenna, but the fae have their own troubles looming.

Knowledge is the power that Lenna desperately seeks, but will she find it in time to save herself from those who wish to use her power against her?

262 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 26, 2023

Reviews

[Deandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

5.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Still a wonderful series! I love how the story is progressing into a bit of a darker theme, with Lenna having to make a lot of hard decisions and facing hard choices. Love the characters, love the plot, just love the story as a whole!

[Hanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the first book, I love the second book, and I absolutely devoured this one!

I was so happy to receive the ARC for this book 🥰

If you are looking for a witchy, supernatural/fantasy comfort read with a lot of adventure, then I would definitely recommend reading this series 😊

[Mae Bee · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I was given the opportunity to ARC read for this book, I was new to Kate’s work. In preparation, I read the first two books in the series and FLEW through them. Book three definitely did not disappoint!

I love the worldbuilding that happened in this book, with new layers we hadn’t seen in the first two. I love the characters, and I’m brimming with theories for what will happen in the next! I now have to suffer until the fourth book is done, but it’ll be worth it.

If you’re looking for a cozy paranormal/fantasy series with intrigue, this is the series for you!

[Fedythereader · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to the author for sharing an ARC copy of this book with me in exchange for an honest review!!

“Fear is nothing but a thief. It robs you of your peace of mind, of your time, and if you let it, of your sanity.”

“Trusting those who aren’t trustworthy robs you of people you love,”

Wonderful continuation for a paranormal series about witches and vampires and faes and a love that maybe is fated by prophesies hiding the truths of the Solstice Witch power. In this third book in Lenna’s story we have more in depth information and action on what it means to be an half witch, in love with a fae and with a power that none before her ever did have. I’m an attempt to block Isaac from be free of the curse she launched on him, Lenna will have to know whom to trust again and whom never to trust. In the meantime her relationship with Liam is always as sweet and romantic and also complicated and fated as we could expect. Only Cole is in the picture and … we are still not sure why he is acting the way he is … or maybe we do. More prophesies, more magic and more dynamics happening between the characters, creating a complicated and intriguing plot made to entertain the reader and keep them engaged. And with a cliffhanger at the end … WAY TO END A BOOK!!!! I’m excited and curious to get to the next one!!!

“We’re witches, Lenna. Magic will guide us.”

[Jorgiagood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ahhhhh I absolutely love this!! And neeeed the next book asap! Thank you Kate for letting me ARC read this for you I absolutely loved it! It’s got introduction to fated mates, it’s got betrayal, character development, mystery, discovering strength and power, a little bit of spice, Vampires, Fae and witches. It’s got a potential love triangle, the one she trusts more becomes a little more sus by the end of the book but I’m not sure she’s come to that same conclusion yet. The vampire MMC is super mysterious and clearly know more then he lets on I so want to see more of him in the next book he is easily becoming my favourite character! There’s a small quest in order to find out more about the fmc and the Prophecies made about her and her mum so they can figure out what is happing and how to end the war between the light and the dark. There is definite lies and hidden agenda her and I don’t know if my heart can handle the truth that might come out in the next book and I love it! The writing is done so well in all these books which makes it super quick and easy to read! I literally couldn’t put this down! The plot the characters ahhhh chefs kiss 💋 this was an easy 5⭐️ for me 🥰

[Deanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I may have squealed a bit when this ARC arrived for me. I flew through the first two books and was eagerly awaiting the third. It did not disappoint!

Lenna still feels strongly connected to her witchy side but is becoming more curious about her fae heritage. She must find her prophecy, hidden in a fae realm, to figure out what she needs to do. She needs help from Reya, but is unsure if she can trust her, despite the coven opening their arms to her. Lenna’s relationship with Liam deepens but there is also tension with the temporary vampire king. I love the forays into the magical inner workings and realms of the witches, the fae, and the vampires, while still existing in the human world.

We are left on a cliffhanger, so I’ll be stalking Ms Sullivan’s social media for hints about book four!! This third book is set to release in late September, so go read the first two while you wait!

Vibes: magical, adventurous, suspenseful, with a bit of spice!

Thank you to the author for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Lexi McClimans · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series just got better with every book in my opinion. I absolutely binged this 3rd book in record time. The plot really thickened in this book, and, though I had a feeling of what was going to happen on the last page. I audibly said, “you’ve got to be kidding!?🥲” when I realized I reached the end of the book.

I can’t wait to see what the next book has in store. I have my suspicions about a certain fae, and Cole has major dark book boyfriend potential in my eyes 👀🥵 and I REALLY hope we get to see that explored more. The 4th book cannot get in my hands soon enough. I have so many theories I need answers to! 😂

Thinking back on the progression of these books, I would highly recommend this series for any beginner fantasy readers. It doesn’t have the sort of culture shock beginners in fantasy often experience from jumping in the deep end with a “high fantasy” novel.

[Libby Bishop · Rating 5 out of 5]

i read this book all the way through in one sitting. thank you so much Kate for sending me an ARC copy of Moonlit, i dont think i would’ve been able to wait between Wildflower and Moonlit if i didn’t have the copy to start immediately. this book was in my opinion, the absolute best aspects of Luminous and Wildflower combined into one. there wasn’t a single point in the book that felt like ‘filler’ or i lost interest. it really feels like the entire series is a ‘slowburn’ not just the romance, but in the best way possible, so this book feels like all of the drama and stakes are coming to a peak and you just can’t put it down. so so enjoyable and you can really see how much Kate has improved from Luminous to Moonlit. she was already good but she just keeps getting better. the tension, the characters, the plot twists, all of it is perfect and done so well. and the familiar!? in love with that choice. this series is my new personality and i need the next book immediately <3333

[Crystal Wade · Rating 5 out of 5]

Moonlit, by Kate Sullivan, is the third book in the Solstice Witch series. This is my favorite book in the series so far, they just keep getting better and better. I was sitting at the edge of my seat, waiting to figure out what was going to happen next. It also had me feeling all of the emotions. I can't wait to read the fourth book, Alchemy.
I love Liam and Lenna's story, but I can't wait to figure out what is going to happen with Cole. I have my suspensions, and hopefully, I will find out if I am right in the next book.
I highly recommend this series.

[Casey Chamberland · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this series! I read it in 3 days. The character building in all 3 books has gotten me wanting for more! I love the interactions between all the characters but absolutely love the Love triangle that is going on with Liam, Cole, and Lenna. The character build up of all 3 characters in this book has me wanting for more interactions in future books. There was sooo many twist and turns in this book. Lots of betrayel you don't see coming. There are characters you fall in love with that betray you in some form or another or multiple times but who's counting. There will be characters you just want to yell at! I would love to see more Cole and Lenna moments in future books.
If you love slow burn, love triangle, fae, vampires, and witches, then this book is for you!

[Jennie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg I can not wait until the next book. I have to know what happens. That being said Lenna is such a B.A. FMC. She is strong and independent and intelligent and I love that. There’s so many twists and turns in this amazing plot line. Kate Sullivan is such a talented author and it has been such a joy reading her work. Her words paint such vivid pictures in your head.

[Andy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The third (and thankfully not the final) book in the solstice witch series is a fantastic cosy fantasy.

The plot keeps you turning the pages but the character interactions and the world building Kate Sullivan creates makes you want to savour each page.

Cannot wait to read what happens next

[MJ Symmonds · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let me tell you that I have done a complete speed read through the first three books of this series and that is huge because I've been experiencing the biggest book slump of my life and this series has been such a great pick me up.

Okay let's deal with the elephant in the room: Yes this one ends on a cliffhanger!

OMG I'm dying to know the rest of the story. I need to know what it all means. This anticipation is what I live for. I have a love hate relationship with these types of series because on the one hand I want it all right now but on the other I don't want it to end.

As you can tell I'm a little bit in love with these characters and the phenomenal world the author has built. I am loving every moment I spend between the pages.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m obsessed! This series is incredible and this book did not disappoint. Lenna is portrayed in such a relatable manner. The whole book had me gripped from beginning to end. I would highly recommend reading this 🤗 if you love dramatic fantasy then this is for you! I was an arc reader for this and as my first one ever I loved it!

[Natasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC for an honest review !
This WHOLE series has been amazing to read. Its fast pace, plot twist, character build is amazing it honestly has everything you could want.
Leena I love her character has only grown through the 3 books and I loved that for her she's so independent but i also love how she has people around her willing to do anything for her.
Her love interest Liam I've loved through out the 2 books and even in the 3rd but by the last 20% it just felt he had something to hide , the same with Cole they all have a hidden agenda and Leena their end game. I'm hoping I'm wrong with that but that's the vibe I got off it. I didn't hate it , it kept my wanting to read more and more.
The ending though it will 100% make you want to come back for the 4th because we need answer and to know the ending !
100% recommend this series 😁

[Abbey | bookishandme · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a fun cozy witchy read to get me back into the fantasy mood. I stumbled across Kate on TT and was really intrigued by the premise of her series. You’ve got Witches, Vampires and Fae all with their own agenda, with murd3r and a prophecy or 2 added into the mix.

I flew through the first two books and this was very much the same. Each book keeps getting better and better.

I don’t want to spoil the first two books but I thoroughly enjoyed the additional world building, mystery, betrayal and plot twists that books 3 provides. Lenna really comes into her own as she discovers more about who she is and her fate while others plot against her.

I cannot wait for the next instalment ✨

All three books are now available so check them out ✨

[BooklovingLou · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky enough to receive this book as an ARC and now this series has a grip on me.

This series was new to me so I read the first two books before reading this one. Book 3 is the best but Book's 1 and 2 are just so good as well.

The world building developed more in this book and the characters grew. I just could not get enough.

When I was reading this book I actually gasped so loud my husband asked me what's wrong haha.

[Kimberly Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Review-I’ve loved the first two books in this series and Moonlit was no different. Leena and her magical companions embark on a journey to locate her prophecy and ultimately learn what it means to be the Solstice Witch.

I loved that we got to see Leena become more comfortable in her witch magic and tap into her Fae magic a bit. Leena trying to learn to trust Reya was probably my favorite plot point. I was rooting so hard for the two to develop a sisterhood type of bond.

I can’t decide if I’m a Cole girlie or a Liam girlie, which makes the romance in this story hard to navigate. I wish there was a clear winner…I think I am leaning towards Cole 😍

I love a book that makes me care not only for the main character, but the side characters as well. Each character in this book feels well written and they don’t feel stagnant. As the main character grows, they grow and develop with them.

The only thing stopping me from giving 5 stars is that I predicted what the prophecy revealed.

But Kate Sullivan did it again and I will continue to re-enter this cozy, magical world over and over to to learn what happens to Leena and the gang.

[RS Aris · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was fortunate to be an ARC reader for the second, and now the third, installment in the Solstice Witch series. Lenna is such an exciting character to follow through all three books. Watching her grow into her power (or at least more comfortable with it) is exciting to see where she will end up navigating what seems like the never ending twists and turns of her life (and heritage). If you are a lover of witchy/cozy fantasy, this series is for you. Kate does such an amazing job with the world building, relatable characters, etc. Prepare yourself though, because this one ends on a cliffhanger. I have a feeling we will be seeing more of Lenna sooner than any of us anticipate and will hopefully get some more insight into Cole and Liam's agendas because it feels very much as if they don't have the purest intentions for her.

[Ink · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Fear is nothing but a thief. It robs you of your peace of mind, of your time and if you let it, of your sanity"

"We may gather in darkness, but we look for the light"

"Moonlit" is the 3rd book in the "Solstice Witch" series by Kate Sullivan. An Arc copy of the eBook was gratefully received and I purchased the first two books in the series (1. Luminous 2. Wildflower) to get the background. These books can be read as standalone or as a series, equally enjoyable!

In book 3 Lenna discovers her birthright and embarks on a quest across realms in order to gain access to the prophecies which will guide her future...

...the fae and Vampires are still at war and the coven welcomes a new rogue witch, Reya.

The story engages the reader in friendships and relationships, passion and betrayal as the solstice, Lenna's birthday, and prophecies come to bear.

This book is a lovely read for Fall and I would certainly recommend you reading the series. Very engaging and fantastic flow. The characters are well-defined, varied and their personality traits are indicative of their species. A great touch is the different types of magic!

Perfect if you enjoy Karen Mae Moning, Sarah J Maas, Alix Harrow, Anne Rice, even Twilight and Charmed

Enjoy your reading!

[Naomi the Book Pirate · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

I will start with this.. what a great read!

This series was already good, but this third installment was by far the best! It had me on the edge of my seat wanting to read more. Wanting to know what was going to happen next.

Would everything work out for our female lead or would she suffer a terrible fate?? You just didn’t know. I’ve been trying to guess what was going to happen while reading the story, and I was always surprised by what happened next.

I was privileged to receive this ARC copy from the author, and it’s been one heck of a story.

I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book!

If you love witchy/supernatural reads, I promise you won’t be disappointed with Moonlit!

[MReids · Rating 5 out of 5]

Moonlit is every bit as amazing as the first two books in this series! It’s thrilling and mysterious, while also being the perfect book for a day of relaxing.
Kate Sullivan is an amazing author for so many reasons, but one of the things she has done so spectacularly with this series is to create real and complex characters. I love seeing these characters grow and struggle through things, they aren’t perfect, which makes them so much more lovable. Throughout Moonlit we see Lenna being this brave and sassy woman, but we still see her vulnerable, frustrated, and insecure. And the dynamics of her various relationships are all so good! I think I was as excited waiting to find out about the prophecy as I was waiting to see what would happen between her and Reya.

[Amy (amysbooked) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book, just like I loved the first two. As I read these books, I'm consistently overwhelmed by how much Lenna feels like a friend I'm reading about. I loved that this book saw Lenna getting more comfortable with her magic and who she is. Once again, I loved that this book heavily suggests a love triangle, and I can tell you right now who I would choose and who I don't trust at all (especially after that ending). This book does end on a cliffhanger and now I need the next book tomorrow lol You absolutely cannot go wrong reading this series - its one of my favorite I've read, not only this year but ever.

[Ann Wims · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my second time ARC reading for this author, and I am so honored to be along for the ride!

Her storytelling and world-building is so enjoyable that I often equate it to the relief you get after snuggling under a comfy blanket and resting after a long day. As more books are added to the series, the character development progresses to a point where you find yourself picking sides.

I can't wait for the next installment in this series! It ends on a cliffhanger and left me wanting so much more!

[Kylie Lyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

The character development, the world building, the plot! Seriously one of the best witchy, fates mates, vampire, fae series I have read, and had the opportunity to ARC read for! This series hasn’t stopped amazing me! Kates writing is just getting better and better! I hope this series keeps going. Kate, you’ve captured my soul with this series and I hope you never release it! This book is by far the best, (let’s be honest they are all amazing!) but this one, whole new level!!!! When’s the next one coming out?!

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the third book so far in the series. I'm excited for the next one and can't wait. This series pulls you in just a little deeper with each book and now I'm left waiting for the next one to find out what happened. Lenna is a witch that is still learning what she really is and has so much to learn and figure out. In every book she gets a little closer to the truth. She has gone thru betrayal, found love and made life long friends. This book keeps you guessing with every twist and turn.

[Emzy Strong · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book. I have read the whole series and it keeps getting better and better. The growth and strength of the FMC is a wonder to behold. I love the world the author has created and how they organically add to it. The characters are fantastic and add such vibrancy to the story. The author has an amazing skill of skillfully answering questions while creating more. The cliffhangers keep you on the edge of your seat. All around this is an amazing book and a phenomenal series.

[Jennay Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book picks right up where we left off on book two. There is no shortage of entertainment in this book and the characters are "chef's kiss". Excellent series so far and i can't wait to continue on with it. It did end on a cliffhanger and now i am dying to know what happens!!

[Brittney · Rating 5 out of 5]

I REALLY LOVED Reading this books and seeing where the story has gone. The end is leaving me dying for the next book. Love all the twist and turns. Definitely had moments where I was screaming at my phone for the characters.
Thank you for providing me with a ARC. It was a true honor!

[Whitley DeFoor · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked the first book. It was cute and fun and cozy. The second book I loved so much I read it in a half a day bc I couldn’t put it down. And I was lucky to receive an ARC of this third book and I am now obsessed with this author. I’ll read anything she writes. So witchy/cozy and the perfect book for fall or winter.