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On the Wind #3
Harbor
Orestes father was killed, his clan dissolved, and now, it’s snowing, which is the worst affront of all.
The last scion of the ended Eagle clan, Orestes is sent to frigid Urial to negotiate peace with King Albany, but the sitting monarch has no interest in him, and his son, Prince Tybalt, has too much.
For all his life, Tybalt has been a disappointment to his father and an embarrassment to any lord in Urial with a sense of decorum. Quick-witted and sharp-tongued, Tybalt thrives in indecency, and the new Nemedan diplomat provides the perfect opportunity to astonish court. When his father casts him aside for a new wife and heir, he is determined to take the mammoth of a man to bed. After all, any attention is better than none, even if it comes alongside horrified gasps.
With nothing to anchor him to Urial, Orestes is all too happy to let the prince use him in his play for revenge, but unexpected affection lurks just behind the prince’s roguish smirk. Anything more than a tumble between them is forbidden, dangerous, deadly—but letting the last Eagle sink his claws into him is a risk Tybalt can’t help taking, even if it changes Urial forever.
The last scion of the ended Eagle clan, Orestes is sent to frigid Urial to negotiate peace with King Albany, but the sitting monarch has no interest in him, and his son, Prince Tybalt, has too much.
For all his life, Tybalt has been a disappointment to his father and an embarrassment to any lord in Urial with a sense of decorum. Quick-witted and sharp-tongued, Tybalt thrives in indecency, and the new Nemedan diplomat provides the perfect opportunity to astonish court. When his father casts him aside for a new wife and heir, he is determined to take the mammoth of a man to bed. After all, any attention is better than none, even if it comes alongside horrified gasps.
With nothing to anchor him to Urial, Orestes is all too happy to let the prince use him in his play for revenge, but unexpected affection lurks just behind the prince’s roguish smirk. Anything more than a tumble between them is forbidden, dangerous, deadly—but letting the last Eagle sink his claws into him is a risk Tybalt can’t help taking, even if it changes Urial forever.
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First published November 14, 2024
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January 21, 2025
Harbor is better than the second book but nowhere near as good as the first.
Tybalt redeems himself in this story. His insecurities run so deep, he doesn't feel worthy of anyone's affection or loyalty. How could anyone love him when his own father doesn't?
Orestes thinks Tybalt is a secret softie and reassures him that feeling things - love, disappointment, sadness - is human. Orestes is a giant bird of prey, but he doesn't hide behind a stoic facade. He's a total badass, but a gentle one.
I liked this pairing, and I'm glad Tybalt didn't turn into yet another owl. The authors didn't specify the bird species,
What I liked less was the plot. This story takes place in Urial, so we don't get the lore of the clans and birds, which was my favorite part of book 1.
There's some court intrigue, but it's all surface. The bad guy shows up out of nowhere, and the king is so one-dimensional, he's a caricature of the evil ruler.
I liked Lady Penelope, although her portrayal as a strong and savvy woman seemed incongruous with her agreement to marry the king at all, much less following the recent death of her beloved husband.
The MCs jumping into bed within a day of meeting and the rushed ending were also not my fave.
This series isn't over. I'm curious to see whom Mercutio ends up with.
Tybalt redeems himself in this story. His insecurities run so deep, he doesn't feel worthy of anyone's affection or loyalty. How could anyone love him when his own father doesn't?
Orestes thinks Tybalt is a secret softie and reassures him that feeling things - love, disappointment, sadness - is human. Orestes is a giant bird of prey, but he doesn't hide behind a stoic facade. He's a total badass, but a gentle one.
I liked this pairing, and I'm glad Tybalt didn't turn into yet another owl. The authors didn't specify the bird species,
What I liked less was the plot. This story takes place in Urial, so we don't get the lore of the clans and birds, which was my favorite part of book 1.
There's some court intrigue, but it's all surface. The bad guy shows up out of nowhere, and the king is so one-dimensional, he's a caricature of the evil ruler.
I liked Lady Penelope, although her portrayal as a strong and savvy woman seemed incongruous with her agreement to marry the king at all, much less following the recent death of her beloved husband.
The MCs jumping into bed within a day of meeting and the rushed ending were also not my fave.
This series isn't over. I'm curious to see whom Mercutio ends up with.
November 3, 2025
This was a return to the clever plotting of book one, although I did miss not being in Nemeda with the different bird clans.
I loved Orestes, he'd spent 10 years on The Wall to avoid the nightmare his Eagle Clan had become under his father's control.
I also felt for him so badly when he was sent off to Urial because he was considered a threat to stability after his father's actions saw the clan dissolved and its peoples scattered into the other clans.
The Nemedan's loss was Uriel's gain however as Orestes and Prince Tybalt found strength in each other as they settled into a supposed sex only relationship which quickly turned into something that would change destinies.
I loved Orestes, he'd spent 10 years on The Wall to avoid the nightmare his Eagle Clan had become under his father's control.
I also felt for him so badly when he was sent off to Urial because he was considered a threat to stability after his father's actions saw the clan dissolved and its peoples scattered into the other clans.
The Nemedan's loss was Uriel's gain however as Orestes and Prince Tybalt found strength in each other as they settled into a supposed sex only relationship which quickly turned into something that would change destinies.
December 24, 2024
Easy, nice story, good ending I enjoyed
November 14, 2024
What a wonderful installment in this feel-good, light-hearted, magic-packed series. "Harbor" was precisely what I needed!
I've always been a huge fan of redemption arcs, and Tybalt was always the kind of character that absolutely deserved one: you could already see he was hiding depth and a vulnerable heart behind his flirty, no-thoughts-just-sex façade.
I loved him, and Orestes, so much! Orestes is a huge (literally!) sweetheart, a gentle giant with an equally vulnerable side and so much gentleness and kindness and strength he made me want to weep. Tybalt was the perfect counterpart to Orestes: he's flirty and quick-witted, quietly clever with hidden strength and resilience. He was absolutely lovely, and I loved seeing him slowly regain his confidence thanks to Orestes's brand of care and love.
The plot was fabulous, the side characters equally so (are we getting Mercutio's story? I HOPE SO) and I adored the world-building as usual.
The only thing that was missing was a chance for Paris and the others to meet up with this new and improved version of Tybalt. I would have loved to see them together on scene once again.
I wholly recommend this series!
TWs/CWs: death of a parent, grief, child abuse and emotional abuse, child mistreatment, homophobia.
Many thanks to the authors for the ARC. This is my honest review.
I've always been a huge fan of redemption arcs, and Tybalt was always the kind of character that absolutely deserved one: you could already see he was hiding depth and a vulnerable heart behind his flirty, no-thoughts-just-sex façade.
I loved him, and Orestes, so much! Orestes is a huge (literally!) sweetheart, a gentle giant with an equally vulnerable side and so much gentleness and kindness and strength he made me want to weep. Tybalt was the perfect counterpart to Orestes: he's flirty and quick-witted, quietly clever with hidden strength and resilience. He was absolutely lovely, and I loved seeing him slowly regain his confidence thanks to Orestes's brand of care and love.
The plot was fabulous, the side characters equally so (are we getting Mercutio's story? I HOPE SO) and I adored the world-building as usual.
The only thing that was missing was a chance for Paris and the others to meet up with this new and improved version of Tybalt. I would have loved to see them together on scene once again.
I wholly recommend this series!
TWs/CWs: death of a parent, grief, child abuse and emotional abuse, child mistreatment, homophobia.
Many thanks to the authors for the ARC. This is my honest review.
November 18, 2024
This series has been so enjoyable, with plenty of action, danger, intrigue, passion, and love. In this book, Orestes has been asked by the clans to head north as a diplomat to Urial. It feels as if the clans want to get rid of him, since his father had been such an evil man and the clan was disbanded on his death.
When Orestes arrives, he quickly meets Prince Tybalt. The prince's reputation as a man with many lovers - male lovers - has not earned him the respect of the court. He father, the King, can barely contain his disdain for his own son. Orestes, however, sees through the layers and notices a man with deep emotions and caring for his people - a man who is much more competent than his people know.
Orestes and Tybalt hit it off quickly, but danger lurks around. For two men bent on avoiding commitment, they seem drawn to each other intensely. This book has a beautiful romance and I recommend the entire series.
When Orestes arrives, he quickly meets Prince Tybalt. The prince's reputation as a man with many lovers - male lovers - has not earned him the respect of the court. He father, the King, can barely contain his disdain for his own son. Orestes, however, sees through the layers and notices a man with deep emotions and caring for his people - a man who is much more competent than his people know.
Orestes and Tybalt hit it off quickly, but danger lurks around. For two men bent on avoiding commitment, they seem drawn to each other intensely. This book has a beautiful romance and I recommend the entire series.
November 17, 2024
OKAY FINE. Tybalt was redeemed and it was really fucking good. I love that for all of us. Though let’s be so for real, literally anything for precious angel bb Orestes to be happy. That’s all that matters here.
And I guess now Olive and Penelope. Because I’m here for that adorable li’l munchkin and her bad ass mama.
Little wonky bits here and there, but nothing earth shattering. I wish they could’ve spent a little two paragraph moment together as birbs, because I love those scenes and how beautiful and reverent they always feel. I sorely missed the interactions between the previous MCs and side characters, but Mercutio is one I’m happy to have on my radar now. I hope he gets a book.
4.5/5. The fluff was fucking hella good as usual, but I’m almost at my fluff limit (I think) because a couple of moments I was like IS THAT ANGST?! YES GIVE PLEASE??!? I have feminine and queer rage and I need an angsty outlet, it seems. Gotta feel something else for a minute (I guess) so I can continue to channel that aforementioned rage into The Good Fight in a constructive manner. I sound terribly unsure, but I’m not. I’m just dumb.
And I guess now Olive and Penelope. Because I’m here for that adorable li’l munchkin and her bad ass mama.
Little wonky bits here and there, but nothing earth shattering. I wish they could’ve spent a little two paragraph moment together as birbs, because I love those scenes and how beautiful and reverent they always feel. I sorely missed the interactions between the previous MCs and side characters, but Mercutio is one I’m happy to have on my radar now. I hope he gets a book.
4.5/5. The fluff was fucking hella good as usual, but I’m almost at my fluff limit (I think) because a couple of moments I was like IS THAT ANGST?! YES GIVE PLEASE??!? I have feminine and queer rage and I need an angsty outlet, it seems. Gotta feel something else for a minute (I guess) so I can continue to channel that aforementioned rage into The Good Fight in a constructive manner. I sound terribly unsure, but I’m not. I’m just dumb.
December 31, 2024
A Joyfully Jay review.
4.25 stars
Harbor is the third book in Sam Burns and W.M. Fawkes On the Wind series. The books each follow different couples, but the world building carries over, including the Nemedan’s secret, so I think they work best in order. We meet both Tybalt and Orestes in prior books as well. However, I think you could jump in here if you are ok being a little vague on some past events. Tybalt isn’t exactly a villain in prior books, but he is one of the antagonists, particularly in Sanctuary with his relationship with Paris. I enjoy the “villain redeemed” trope and I liked getting to see a different side of Tybalt here.
Read Jay’s review in its entirety here.
4.25 stars
Harbor is the third book in Sam Burns and W.M. Fawkes On the Wind series. The books each follow different couples, but the world building carries over, including the Nemedan’s secret, so I think they work best in order. We meet both Tybalt and Orestes in prior books as well. However, I think you could jump in here if you are ok being a little vague on some past events. Tybalt isn’t exactly a villain in prior books, but he is one of the antagonists, particularly in Sanctuary with his relationship with Paris. I enjoy the “villain redeemed” trope and I liked getting to see a different side of Tybalt here.
Read Jay’s review in its entirety here.
November 16, 2024
a fantastic redemption story I didn’t want to end
Rating: 4.75🌈
Harbor, the third in Sam Burns and W.M. Fawkes’ fabulous On the Wind fantasy series, is a redemption romance story for two men whose journey we’ve been following for several books.
On the Wind will be my most rec’d series by these authors because of the consistently excellent storytelling, the depth of the characters development, and the emotional journeys they undertake complex, moving, and relatable. And each new book has made me say “oh, now, this one is my favorite.”
Orestes, of the now dishonored and disbanded Eagle Clan, is a character that has been a staple of the series. A consistent character whose power hungry father destroyed their family and clan, Orestes has been a tragic figure, friend, and needed support for the main characters in the series. But he’s been a bit of an enigma as well. Here the authors give him the depth of character and history as well redemptive arc his Eagle deserves. I adore this giant thoughtful man who’s lost so much.
He’s paired with another so desperately in need of a redemption story himself. That’s Prince Tybalt, the sulky, beautiful heir to the throne of frigid Urial. His father, King Albany, a ruler is proving himself increasingly unpopular, contemptuous of others, including his son, and untrustworthy in his dealings. But over the past novels, Tybalt’s own actions and behaviors has made him a figure of contempt, someone’s who’s weak and unimportant, consumed by pretty things and his own personal interests.
But always Tybalt was seen through the perspective of others, his actions and personality reflective by their own history and court status, not that he didn’t earn his reputation. But here in Harbor, both men unexpectedly find that they didn’t know they could have, a new start, a twist in their life lives and love. All done through an amazing combination of outstanding character development, great story plotting, and a combination of magical powers and a grand romantic arc.
Tybalt turns into a real man, a person we can trust and love, worthy of the friendships he starts to build. And Orestes, the Eagle without a Clan, finds a new home, a people who he can fit in with, and a man to build a life together with and love.
I read this book twice.
Harbor (On the Wind Book 3) by Sam Burns and W.M. Fawkes is a fantastic story , one I didn’t want to end. I love the series and hope the authors continue with new books going forward. Especially because I want to see Mercutio get his HEA. Absolutely recommend!
This one may be my favorite one so far.
Cover art © 2023 by Natasha Snow Designs
On The Wind series:
Sanctuary #1
Guardian #2
Harbor #3
Rating: 4.75🌈
Harbor, the third in Sam Burns and W.M. Fawkes’ fabulous On the Wind fantasy series, is a redemption romance story for two men whose journey we’ve been following for several books.
On the Wind will be my most rec’d series by these authors because of the consistently excellent storytelling, the depth of the characters development, and the emotional journeys they undertake complex, moving, and relatable. And each new book has made me say “oh, now, this one is my favorite.”
Orestes, of the now dishonored and disbanded Eagle Clan, is a character that has been a staple of the series. A consistent character whose power hungry father destroyed their family and clan, Orestes has been a tragic figure, friend, and needed support for the main characters in the series. But he’s been a bit of an enigma as well. Here the authors give him the depth of character and history as well redemptive arc his Eagle deserves. I adore this giant thoughtful man who’s lost so much.
He’s paired with another so desperately in need of a redemption story himself. That’s Prince Tybalt, the sulky, beautiful heir to the throne of frigid Urial. His father, King Albany, a ruler is proving himself increasingly unpopular, contemptuous of others, including his son, and untrustworthy in his dealings. But over the past novels, Tybalt’s own actions and behaviors has made him a figure of contempt, someone’s who’s weak and unimportant, consumed by pretty things and his own personal interests.
But always Tybalt was seen through the perspective of others, his actions and personality reflective by their own history and court status, not that he didn’t earn his reputation. But here in Harbor, both men unexpectedly find that they didn’t know they could have, a new start, a twist in their life lives and love. All done through an amazing combination of outstanding character development, great story plotting, and a combination of magical powers and a grand romantic arc.
Tybalt turns into a real man, a person we can trust and love, worthy of the friendships he starts to build. And Orestes, the Eagle without a Clan, finds a new home, a people who he can fit in with, and a man to build a life together with and love.
I read this book twice.
Harbor (On the Wind Book 3) by Sam Burns and W.M. Fawkes is a fantastic story , one I didn’t want to end. I love the series and hope the authors continue with new books going forward. Especially because I want to see Mercutio get his HEA. Absolutely recommend!
This one may be my favorite one so far.
Cover art © 2023 by Natasha Snow Designs
On The Wind series:
Sanctuary #1
Guardian #2
Harbor #3
January 15, 2025
4.5☆ rounded up. I loved this one as much as the first two in the series, but did feel like the end was a little abrupt. I'm not entirely sure what I wanted more of there - maybe just a scene with But regardless, it was a great story and super enjoyable series 🥰
November 14, 2024
I’m really liking this series and Harbor is a great addition! Although, I knew I liked Orestes from the previous books, I wasn’t so sure about Tybalt. Turns out he’s pretty good too once you understand him. I liked this pair, though not as much as Hector and Killian from Guardian.
This story was easy to read and I flew through it (pun not intended lol). I really hope there is a fourth book!
On a side note, I didn’t clue in until this book about the names: Paris, Tybalt, the Monagues, and Mercutio are all from Romeo & Juliet. I’d say that the story really has no parallel to the play other than that though. It was a neat touch.
This story was easy to read and I flew through it (pun not intended lol). I really hope there is a fourth book!
On a side note, I didn’t clue in until this book about the names: Paris, Tybalt, the Monagues, and Mercutio are all from Romeo & Juliet. I’d say that the story really has no parallel to the play other than that though. It was a neat touch.
August 7, 2025
A very solid 4 stars. All three books were good to great. They are distinctly different from each other, but still very connected. The world was so interesting, the characters developed distinctly, and the plot was engaging. The writing, though not perfect, was rich and detailed. I feel a majority of this author's fans or fans of this genre should find the series at a minimum of 3+stars but probably higher. I was very intrigued by how things played out in book 3 parts of which I did not see coming quite the way they did.
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3.5 stars
Book 2 could have easily been rated a 4, but in comparison to book 1 & 3 it just didn't stand up as well for me. I loved the progression of the story. I really liked the 2 m/c's etc... but 1 thing has continued to agitate me. It was a change in 2 characters (the siblings) that seemed out of character and non-sensical. They are so supportive of their older brother especially in letting him know he will find his bird love. They know what that means. They went through the change (1 without even knowing why) themselves. When he gets the "bird flu", they act a fool. The way they as characters were developed and prior actions should have had them worried but happy for him. Instead of being supportive they alienate and attack his love. There is no record of the m/c from the 1st book acting this way with the sister, so why is he joining her extreme reaction now for the older brother no less??? How were they expecting him to get his heart's desire without going through this??? It just made no sense.
I still love this world, these characters, and I am continuing on to book #3. I found the resolution interesting and clever, but I could see how others might find it a little "too convenient". I felt the groundwork was laid for how it turned out, and that is what made all the difference for me.
Book 1 (with some comments on book 2)
Updated to 5 stars a week+ after completing series.
I typically don't review the books I give 4 stars. I also tend to read books once a series is complete, thus I'm able to get a feel for a majority of the reviews. For me the 1st book was, 4.5 stars. I seriously considered rounding up, but over the last few years - if I have to debate that much then it typically drops to a 4.
Of the negative reviews, many felt the world building was not adequate. I thought that it was incredibly well developed, but... I can see where others might not, if they DNF or were more skimming. There is not a couple of large info dumps at the start. The world, especially involving the clans, is revealed organically often subtly. Little pieces of info about their land, their lifestyle, their collective etc... The 1st book introduced us to the individual clans and the Northern Kingdom. The 2nd book focused more on the Crane's clan, but also how the collective clans worked, their beliefs, their history, and their politics - along with the always attacking Southern Kingdom.
Another issue in the negative reviews is what some clever reviewer labeled as the deadly 'bird STD". Quite a few were rightly upset (for the real world) how the m/c's life was put in danger without his knowledge. For me, I predominately read sci-fi/ fantasy to escape the real world. We were given multiple reasons why the other m/c had not even considered it a risk at that moment. This is not even counting the very dangerous political issues or the emergency situational issue. So, was I thrilled? No. But I could understand it for this fantasy world the authors built with everything else that was going on at the same time.
I loved this story. The characters, the world, the m/c's, nearly everything. If this story ends up memorable a few weeks down the road, I may change my reading to 5 stars. I will continue on to the 3rd book.
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3.5 stars
Book 2 could have easily been rated a 4, but in comparison to book 1 & 3 it just didn't stand up as well for me. I loved the progression of the story. I really liked the 2 m/c's etc... but 1 thing has continued to agitate me. It was a change in 2 characters (the siblings) that seemed out of character and non-sensical. They are so supportive of their older brother especially in letting him know he will find his bird love. They know what that means. They went through the change (1 without even knowing why) themselves. When he gets the "bird flu", they act a fool. The way they as characters were developed and prior actions should have had them worried but happy for him. Instead of being supportive they alienate and attack his love. There is no record of the m/c from the 1st book acting this way with the sister, so why is he joining her extreme reaction now for the older brother no less??? How were they expecting him to get his heart's desire without going through this??? It just made no sense.
I still love this world, these characters, and I am continuing on to book #3. I found the resolution interesting and clever, but I could see how others might find it a little "too convenient". I felt the groundwork was laid for how it turned out, and that is what made all the difference for me.
Book 1 (with some comments on book 2)
Updated to 5 stars a week+ after completing series.
I typically don't review the books I give 4 stars. I also tend to read books once a series is complete, thus I'm able to get a feel for a majority of the reviews. For me the 1st book was, 4.5 stars. I seriously considered rounding up, but over the last few years - if I have to debate that much then it typically drops to a 4.
Of the negative reviews, many felt the world building was not adequate. I thought that it was incredibly well developed, but... I can see where others might not, if they DNF or were more skimming. There is not a couple of large info dumps at the start. The world, especially involving the clans, is revealed organically often subtly. Little pieces of info about their land, their lifestyle, their collective etc... The 1st book introduced us to the individual clans and the Northern Kingdom. The 2nd book focused more on the Crane's clan, but also how the collective clans worked, their beliefs, their history, and their politics - along with the always attacking Southern Kingdom.
Another issue in the negative reviews is what some clever reviewer labeled as the deadly 'bird STD". Quite a few were rightly upset (for the real world) how the m/c's life was put in danger without his knowledge. For me, I predominately read sci-fi/ fantasy to escape the real world. We were given multiple reasons why the other m/c had not even considered it a risk at that moment. This is not even counting the very dangerous political issues or the emergency situational issue. So, was I thrilled? No. But I could understand it for this fantasy world the authors built with everything else that was going on at the same time.
I loved this story. The characters, the world, the m/c's, nearly everything. If this story ends up memorable a few weeks down the road, I may change my reading to 5 stars. I will continue on to the 3rd book.
August 17, 2025
Oh I liked this very much, not as much as the first but it was better than the second book.
Frankly Orestes was done dirty by the clans and it was unfair for him to essentially be banished just because they don't want to figure out power distribution whilst they lose their current lands and positions.
Although Tybalt's presence in the previous two books was minimal, a lot was said about him that had painted him as a useless fuckboi and that is the shallowest of shallow truths since Tybalt's insecurities ran so incredibly deep and his self worth is tied to people's affection so he has no self worth to speak off.
The story takes place in Urial and in the palace's court but we don't really get much of court intrigue, the King as the villain is not very much present, the other villain that comes out of nowhere is even less on page and the machinations between him and the King are muddled, unclear and one dimensional in such a way that if the authors wanted in any way to flip the story, they could without having to change much of the story and that's just lazy.
I liked Lady Penelope, although her reasoning for marrying the Albany is nowhere to be found. Also why Tybalt went through avianatis so easily was never told and I wonder if it had something to do with the herbs Penelope gave him for the "common cold" the people of Urial go threw every winter.
I don't know if the series ended but I'd really love to get Mercutio's story.
As always the narration was on point!
P.s.: for heaven's sake is Biscuit a mare or a stallion? Because the horse's pronouns were all over the place.
Frankly Orestes was done dirty by the clans and it was unfair for him to essentially be banished just because they don't want to figure out power distribution whilst they lose their current lands and positions.
Although Tybalt's presence in the previous two books was minimal, a lot was said about him that had painted him as a useless fuckboi and that is the shallowest of shallow truths since Tybalt's insecurities ran so incredibly deep and his self worth is tied to people's affection so he has no self worth to speak off.
The story takes place in Urial and in the palace's court but we don't really get much of court intrigue, the King as the villain is not very much present, the other villain that comes out of nowhere is even less on page and the machinations between him and the King are muddled, unclear and one dimensional in such a way that if the authors wanted in any way to flip the story, they could without having to change much of the story and that's just lazy.
I liked Lady Penelope, although her reasoning for marrying the Albany is nowhere to be found. Also why Tybalt went through avianatis so easily was never told and I wonder if it had something to do with the herbs Penelope gave him for the "common cold" the people of Urial go threw every winter.
I don't know if the series ended but I'd really love to get Mercutio's story.
As always the narration was on point!
P.s.: for heaven's sake is Biscuit a mare or a stallion? Because the horse's pronouns were all over the place.
January 24, 2025
Not For Me
I’m really disappointed that I didn’t like this book more. The first two in the series were so good and I already know I’ll be returning back to them for rereads. I was slightly apprehensive over the last book when I realized one of the MMCs was going to be the Prince but I really liked Orestes’ character so I was hoping that would be enough to build a solid couple and storyline.
It wasn’t.
In general the book actually had more of a plot than I expected and while it was kind of predictable, it was still entertaining. But the way the two MMCs were together and got together just did nothing for me. It felt very much like an insta lust situation and there were so few scenes that showed them actually enjoying each other’s company for any reason that wasn’t physical. Sure, they could be sweet together, but most of the time it was just reading over and over how O was surprised by a secret serious or considerate side to T and T being happy that O still seemed interested and wasn’t leaving him.
Also the entire storyline with T’s friend M was so weird.
And it really annoyed me how the whole bird sickness thing went down! Not a fan.
The finale of the book was wrapped up in too perfect of a bow and the open ended way it could lead to more books was kind of frustrating.
So, read this series, but maybe just stop after book 2. You won’t miss much.
Tropes: Forced Proximity, Found Family, Hurt/Comfort, Shifter/Human, Opposites Attract, Size Difference, Dual POV
Rating: ⭐️⭐️ 2/5
Spice: 🌶️ 1/5
Relationship: MM
I’m really disappointed that I didn’t like this book more. The first two in the series were so good and I already know I’ll be returning back to them for rereads. I was slightly apprehensive over the last book when I realized one of the MMCs was going to be the Prince but I really liked Orestes’ character so I was hoping that would be enough to build a solid couple and storyline.
It wasn’t.
In general the book actually had more of a plot than I expected and while it was kind of predictable, it was still entertaining. But the way the two MMCs were together and got together just did nothing for me. It felt very much like an insta lust situation and there were so few scenes that showed them actually enjoying each other’s company for any reason that wasn’t physical. Sure, they could be sweet together, but most of the time it was just reading over and over how O was surprised by a secret serious or considerate side to T and T being happy that O still seemed interested and wasn’t leaving him.
Also the entire storyline with T’s friend M was so weird.
And it really annoyed me how the whole bird sickness thing went down! Not a fan.
The finale of the book was wrapped up in too perfect of a bow and the open ended way it could lead to more books was kind of frustrating.
So, read this series, but maybe just stop after book 2. You won’t miss much.
Tropes: Forced Proximity, Found Family, Hurt/Comfort, Shifter/Human, Opposites Attract, Size Difference, Dual POV
Rating: ⭐️⭐️ 2/5
Spice: 🌶️ 1/5
Relationship: MM
March 2, 2025
I’ve loved this series, with its fabulous world building and characters. I enjoyed Orestes and Tybalt’s story, and how they both struggle with each other’s culture. I loved revisiting characters from previous books, and meeting new ones in this one, and the theme of family, and not letting them define who you are.
I loved learning more about Tybalt, and why he projects the façade he does. His father, the king, is a self-centred horrible person and parent, who has left Tybalt feeling like no one could possibly love him. Yet Tybalt is a way better person than many in his kingdom. I loved how he slowly connected to Orestes and began to believe in himself. The scenes with the children are sweet.
Orestes is nothing like his father either. He’s a total sweetheart. I loved his culture shock when he discovers what life is like in Urial. I love how he sees Tybalt for who he really is, but is scared of his feelings and what they could lead to.
I liked Tybalt’s friendship with Mercutio. I wasn’t sure of Mercutio at first, and whether he was a true friend or a foe. Now I want him to get his own HEA, so hope there might be a book four… Penelope totally rocks. I loved her, and how the king has totally bitten off more than he bargained for. Her brother gets exactly what he deserves.
I love the connection between Nemedians and birds, everything that comes with that, and how their different clans work together to safeguard their lands.
Tybalt and Orestes’s HEA is very satisfying and exactly what they, and Urial, need.
I loved learning more about Tybalt, and why he projects the façade he does. His father, the king, is a self-centred horrible person and parent, who has left Tybalt feeling like no one could possibly love him. Yet Tybalt is a way better person than many in his kingdom. I loved how he slowly connected to Orestes and began to believe in himself. The scenes with the children are sweet.
Orestes is nothing like his father either. He’s a total sweetheart. I loved his culture shock when he discovers what life is like in Urial. I love how he sees Tybalt for who he really is, but is scared of his feelings and what they could lead to.
I liked Tybalt’s friendship with Mercutio. I wasn’t sure of Mercutio at first, and whether he was a true friend or a foe. Now I want him to get his own HEA, so hope there might be a book four… Penelope totally rocks. I loved her, and how the king has totally bitten off more than he bargained for. Her brother gets exactly what he deserves.
I love the connection between Nemedians and birds, everything that comes with that, and how their different clans work together to safeguard their lands.
Tybalt and Orestes’s HEA is very satisfying and exactly what they, and Urial, need.
November 25, 2024
This series is great and while you could start from here, I do recommend reading it in order. There's some call back to things that have happened in the first book and overlapping of events with the second (which would greatly spoil the second one). Orestes is sent to the north as a way to get him out of Nemeda. His father caused trouble and some of the other clan leaders aren't too excited to have him around. Tybalt may be a prince but he doesn't have his father's approval and feels like an outsider in his own kingdom. These two may seem quite different on the outside, but they share quite a bit in common. I loved how blunt at times Orestes can be but also how he can read between the words Tybalt says and his actions to get to the heart of the matter. There's some nice chemistry between these two but I loved watching them both find a place that fully accepted themselves with the other. There's some political intrigue and the events are paced well. I can't wait to see what else is in store for this universe.
My only complaint with this series is that there aren't enough bird scenes. I feel that it's usually something that happens at the end and I think it's a really cool concept and would like to see it more featured in the stories!
My only complaint with this series is that there aren't enough bird scenes. I feel that it's usually something that happens at the end and I think it's a really cool concept and would like to see it more featured in the stories!
December 26, 2024
Ok, that was... Honestly I don't even know what to say other than that I loved it, but also it broke me a little. I knew that I liked Orestes from the beginning. I actually hated Tybalt in the first book. I mean, I kind of understood his character and why he behaved like he behaved, but still I wasn't fond of him. But here? A total 180. I loved him. Maybe their relationship was a bit fast-forwarded, but I don't really care. I'd hope to see some more characters in the next books, but if the author's end this series on those three books, that's also good, I really, really enjoyed the whole series. I think this book was even more emotionally deep than the previous ones.
My shattered too...
Pairing ranking (tbh, I couldn't decide who to put on the 3rd place, so there are only 2 xd):
1. Orestes & Tybalt
2. Brett & Paris, Hector & Killian
My shattered too...
Pairing ranking (tbh, I couldn't decide who to put on the 3rd place, so there are only 2 xd):
1. Orestes & Tybalt
2. Brett & Paris, Hector & Killian
October 26, 2025
This book's vibe is like a more complex, slightly darker variation of book one. We have young man with esteem issues. We have murder attempts. We have big strong warrior who is amazed by the silly boy with esteem issues. We have king/chief interfering with HEA and our main characters are just too angelic to make their own murder attempts. We even have snow-forced proximity!
But this young man isn't nerd like in first book; he's good with kids and staff instead. Murder attempts in this book are gaslit as nonsense and not real. Silly boy loves his father, the King in this book; not the obvious villain that the Eagle chief is in book two. The forced proximity results differently in this book too. I just love comparing how books can vary the same tropes!
Only flaw: there wasn't enough court intrigue despite actually having a court in this book!!!
I hope we'll get a fourth book...
But this young man isn't nerd like in first book; he's good with kids and staff instead. Murder attempts in this book are gaslit as nonsense and not real. Silly boy loves his father, the King in this book; not the obvious villain that the Eagle chief is in book two. The forced proximity results differently in this book too. I just love comparing how books can vary the same tropes!
Only flaw: there wasn't enough court intrigue despite actually having a court in this book!!!
I hope we'll get a fourth book...
October 31, 2024
I have adored Orestes since we first met him in Paris’s book and he tried to stand up to his father. It isn’t fair how his fellow Nemedeans treat him at all and I wasn’t convinced of his mission to Urial. I love it when an author or authors can change my mind. This duo certainly did. I never thought I could have sympathy for Tybalt, but here we are. The spoiled prince has had it easy on the outside, but the truth is he is expendable and his father is so full of hate he can’t see what he is doing, nor does he even care. Orestes gives Tybalt the courage to do something and his friend Mercutio encourages him. This book was such a turnaround from how I saw this character originally and I loved it!
November 23, 2024
After Sanctuary, I really didn't like Tybalt. Even at the start of this book, he seemed like he just didn't care about anyone or anything. However, over the course of this book you come to understand him and how he came to be this way a lot more. Orestes also seemed to really bring out the best in him, and gave him a safe space to grow. Orestes absolute refusal to change or to take any crap from the King made me like his character even more. He had already shown himself to be a good friend and a good person, and he gave Tybalt the opportunity to be as well. I want to know what happens to Mercutio on his travels now, too.
November 25, 2024
More than meets the eye.
When we first meet Tybalt we're left disliking him immensely, and Orestes we're introduced to, and feel bad for. We learn more about Orestes in Guardian during his interactions with Hector, but we don't truly get to know him or Tybalt till this book and you realize there's more to both these men than we're originally given.
By the end of their story you find a new sense of respect for Tybalt and all he's dealt with, and happiness for him and Orestes. Not to mention curiosity of what will happen with Mercutio! It leaves at least me hoping for a fourth book!
I received Harbor as an ARC copy and this is my honest review.
When we first meet Tybalt we're left disliking him immensely, and Orestes we're introduced to, and feel bad for. We learn more about Orestes in Guardian during his interactions with Hector, but we don't truly get to know him or Tybalt till this book and you realize there's more to both these men than we're originally given.
By the end of their story you find a new sense of respect for Tybalt and all he's dealt with, and happiness for him and Orestes. Not to mention curiosity of what will happen with Mercutio! It leaves at least me hoping for a fourth book!
I received Harbor as an ARC copy and this is my honest review.
September 19, 2025
The audio was excellent!
Harbor is a great addition to the series! Although, I knew I liked Orestes from the previous books, I wasn’t so sure about Tybalt. Turns out he’s pretty good too once you understand him. I liked this pair, though not as much as Hector and Killian from Guardian.
This story was easy to read and I flew through it (pun not intended lol). I really hope there is a fourth book! Mercutio needs a story!
On a side note, I didn’t clue in until this book about the names: Paris, Tybalt, Rosaline, the Monagues, and Mercutio are all from Romeo & Juliet. I’d say that the story really has no parallel to the play other than that though. It was a neat touch.
Harbor is a great addition to the series! Although, I knew I liked Orestes from the previous books, I wasn’t so sure about Tybalt. Turns out he’s pretty good too once you understand him. I liked this pair, though not as much as Hector and Killian from Guardian.
This story was easy to read and I flew through it (pun not intended lol). I really hope there is a fourth book! Mercutio needs a story!
On a side note, I didn’t clue in until this book about the names: Paris, Tybalt, Rosaline, the Monagues, and Mercutio are all from Romeo & Juliet. I’d say that the story really has no parallel to the play other than that though. It was a neat touch.
November 9, 2024
Harbor is the third book in the On the Wind series. This is not a standalone and the series should be read in order. This is the story of Orestes the last scion of the ended eagle clan and Prince Tybalt of Urial. When we first met Tybalt in Sanctuary I didn't like him. This book changed my mind because he is a more complex person than I thought. I loved watching these two figure everything out. I was definitely looking forward to this book and it didn't let me down. I would definitely recommend this book and series.
November 10, 2024
Gah, I love, love, love Orestes. He is my fav in this series, and of all the people who I wanted to find the swooniest, happiest, fluffiest of forevers, he is the one.
“He was a singular point of light in all the cold, dark north.” Sam and W have magic. Tybalt who I definitely didn’t appreciate in the first book has become someone beloved and I will fight anyone who thinks differently. He and Orestes are perfect together and I adore the love and the family they found together.
P.S. I am so freaking curious about who will be featured in the next one.
“He was a singular point of light in all the cold, dark north.” Sam and W have magic. Tybalt who I definitely didn’t appreciate in the first book has become someone beloved and I will fight anyone who thinks differently. He and Orestes are perfect together and I adore the love and the family they found together.
P.S. I am so freaking curious about who will be featured in the next one.
November 16, 2024
Another awesome read in this series. This is book 3 and you must the first two books in the series to understand the characters. Orestes is on his way to Urial where he meets King Albany and Tybalt. Tybalt comes off as flighty but that is to hide the feelings of unworthiness. The two meet and Tybalt is very interested in Orestes and lets him know. I love how the relationship progressed with these two and how Orestes helped Tybalt overcome his past. Great world building with lots of heat and chemistry between really hoping there will be a fourth book in this world.
November 24, 2024
Wonderful
Orestes is the sweetest cinnamon roll and I'm so happy he hot his HEA.
Tybalt has not been a very likable character up until now.
I was hoping there was more to him than the obvious and I wasn't disappointed.
The depth of character he's hidden behind a playboy facade masks some deep pain and insecurities caused by his father.
Orestes is the perfect partner for him because he truly sees him and encourages him to be his best self.
There's lots of fast-paced action, danger and drama.
Orestes is the sweetest cinnamon roll and I'm so happy he hot his HEA.
Tybalt has not been a very likable character up until now.
I was hoping there was more to him than the obvious and I wasn't disappointed.
The depth of character he's hidden behind a playboy facade masks some deep pain and insecurities caused by his father.
Orestes is the perfect partner for him because he truly sees him and encourages him to be his best self.
There's lots of fast-paced action, danger and drama.
June 25, 2025
Little King
I'd been excited for Tybalt since Killian sent him running in the first book and I wasn't disappointed.
I really enjoyed the poor Namedan stuck in the horrifying winter and I also like that each Urialian's experience with Avianitis was different, though I hate that name.
This book seems to have more Gramma and continuity errors than the last two suggesting maybe it was rushed.
Details like Biscuit's gender getting mixed up mostly but nothing really huge.
If we don't get Mercutio's story though Imma riot.
I'd been excited for Tybalt since Killian sent him running in the first book and I wasn't disappointed.
I really enjoyed the poor Namedan stuck in the horrifying winter and I also like that each Urialian's experience with Avianitis was different, though I hate that name.
This book seems to have more Gramma and continuity errors than the last two suggesting maybe it was rushed.
Details like Biscuit's gender getting mixed up mostly but nothing really huge.
If we don't get Mercutio's story though Imma riot.
November 14, 2024
Harbor is the third book in the On the Wind series. This is Orestes’s story and I was really surprised by how this book developed. Orestes is the last eagle of his clan and its send to Urial as an ambassador. It was a surprise to see this other of Prince Tybalt of Urial. Tybalt wasn’t the best in previous book but I was able to find out more about him and how things are different now that we get to know him. His story was very sad and I like that he and Orestes were able to really get to know each other. I love how things turned out for them and they we able to get their HEA! This was a really good story! I am definitely looking forward for the next book of this series!
November 23, 2024
I like Orestes so much, I’m happy for him finding a home. Tybalt is more likeable in this book and we see ‘behind the mask’ but I don’t think he entirely redeems himself. He still didn’t care about his father sending Paris away to what they all thought would be certain death… That was heartless.
It didn’t bug me as much in the previous two books but the Shakespearean names were really distracting in this one. My mind kept getting jerked out of the story and to Romeo and Juliet.
It didn’t bug me as much in the previous two books but the Shakespearean names were really distracting in this one. My mind kept getting jerked out of the story and to Romeo and Juliet.
December 6, 2024
immensely readable
These two authors have a magic touch that is on full display in this engaging trilogy. The main protagonist in each story is well developed and believable as is each of their love interests, while the world in which they live is richly visualised. Small recurring themes such as the feathers worn by the avian tribes in remembrance of those who fought to protect their country occur throughout the trilogy, ensuring continuity in each tale.
These two authors have a magic touch that is on full display in this engaging trilogy. The main protagonist in each story is well developed and believable as is each of their love interests, while the world in which they live is richly visualised. Small recurring themes such as the feathers worn by the avian tribes in remembrance of those who fought to protect their country occur throughout the trilogy, ensuring continuity in each tale.
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