Lola is a book lover with a *slight* romance obsession and a passion for love. Especially love between sassy women and huge, growly magical men ;)
When she's not reading or writing up a storm, she's hanging out with her husband and three kids, or baking something sugary that she *probably* shouldn't eat (but will).
A guide to her books can be found on her website. All of her series can be read entirely on their own, so there's no necessary reading order.
Seriously. Her HIGH SCHOOL boyfriend cheats on her and she decides she’s too hurt for relationships forever? Is she 16? Bc that was the impression her behavior gave off the whole book. Honestly, she never once considered the MMC’s feelings and was borderline cruel. But of course, she gets over it and they have a HEA. I’m going to be honest: I love the speed in which these books come out, because like most people these days, I adore instant gratification, but maybe the author needs to take a little more time to think the plot through.
The following ratings are out of 5: Romance: ❤️💙💚💛 Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Chemistry: 🧪🧪🧪🧪 Story/Plot: 📕📗📘📙 World building: 🌏🌍🌎🌏 Character development: 😋🙂😁😛 Narrator(s): 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙 Narration type: Dual Narration
Character Backgrounds and Plot Summary
Never Feed a Dragon continues Lola Glass’s Mate Mountain series with Elijah “Eli” and Viola “Vi” stepping into the spotlight. Vi is Miranda’s twin sister and has increasingly found herself on the outside looking in. Miranda is happily mated to Eli’s brother Jasper, while their friend Elody has already found love with the third brother, August. Vi’s loneliness quietly sits beneath her sarcastic attitude and sharp tongue. At the same time, she carries emotional baggage from a past relationship after an ex-boyfriend cheated on her and shattered her trust in men.
Eli is a dragon shifter and one of the supernatural prison guards on Mate Mountain. He is confident, protective, and fully capable of handling himself in a dangerous paranormal world. From the moment Eli and Vi met, sparks flew, though not the romantic kind. They have spent most of their interactions arguing and irritating one another. Vi is determined to avoid Eli during Miranda and Jasper’s wedding celebrations because the last thing she wants is more fighting.
Things become complicated when Eli casually tells everyone that Vi is his mate just to stop people pestering him. Suddenly the fake situation leaves them trapped together during the wedding festivities. Loneliness, attraction, and proximity quickly start changing the dynamic between them. Since Vi has secretly found Eli attractive from the beginning, the two decide on a temporary arrangement that feels simple at first. Of course, in paranormal romance, simple rarely stays simple for long.
Highlights and Limitations
One of Lola Glass’s strengths is her ability to blend humor, romance, and steam into something that feels light and addictive. This book keeps that same fun energy the series has developed. Eli and Vi’s enemies-to-lovers dynamic creates a lot of entertaining tension because their arguments are playful and sharp without becoming exhausting. Their chemistry works because irritation and attraction have been intertwined from the very beginning.
The dragon heroes in this series continue to be one of its biggest strengths. Glass writes larger-than-life heroes who are protective, possessive, and capable in dangerous situations while still managing to show softer emotional sides. Eli fits comfortably into that mold and is easy to enjoy as a romantic lead.
I also really enjoy the world building in the Mate Mountain series. The supernatural world existing openly alongside humans creates a refreshing dynamic. Instead of relying heavily on prejudice and secrecy, the story gets to focus more on relationships and supernatural culture itself. The dragons feel physically and socially powerful without making the world feel overly dark.
Another aspect that stands out is the dragon mating and heat system. It creates built-in tension and naturally pushes the forced proximity trope. Since touch becomes such a significant element, it raises emotional stakes and increases intimacy between characters in a way that fits the world rather than feeling artificially inserted. I loved the fact that this book differs from the first two in that heat wasn’t triggered until they were in bed together and they accidentally sealed their bond before they figured it out. Though that doesn’t stop the heat.
As for limitations, readers who are not fans of possessive heroes, instant attraction, or fated mate elements may struggle with some aspects of the story, though personally I enjoy all that. The pacing of relationship development can sometimes feel fast because the mating dynamics accelerate emotional and romantic progression. Some readers may also want more emotional exploration of Vi’s trust issues beyond the romance itself.
Narration
Nick Mondelli and Renee Thorn continue to do a strong job bringing the Mate Mountain world to life. Their performances help emphasize the banter and tension between Eli and Vi, which is essential because so much of their chemistry relies on personality clashes and emotional shifts.
Mondelli captures Eli’s confident and protective personality effectively while still allowing softer moments to come through. Renee Thorn gives Vi enough attitude and vulnerability to make her feel relatable. Vi’s loneliness and hurt beneath her outward toughness become easier to connect with through her performance.
Together they maintain the playful tone of the series while also delivering the romantic moments with enough emotion to keep listeners invested.
Final Opinion
Never Feed a Dragon is another entertaining installment in the Mate Mountain series that delivers exactly what fans of Lola Glass are probably looking for. It mixes humor, paranormal romance, emotional vulnerability, and plenty of heat into an easy and enjoyable listen.
Eli and Vi’s enemies-to-lovers relationship carries the story well, especially because their constant bickering hides feelings that become increasingly difficult to ignore. Add in dragon shifters, forced proximity, fake mates, and the unique Mate Mountain world building, and the result is a fun paranormal romance that is difficult to put down.
If you enjoy lighthearted paranormal romance with alpha dragon heroes, strong chemistry, and a world that leans heavily into fated mate dynamics, this one is likely to hit the spot.
I recommend this series for those restless souls trying to go to sleep, who are want something mindless and spicy.
While the other books started with a lot of will-they-won't-they, this one hits you with they-did-it-so-now-what. They didn't stay locked in a house like the other couples, they actually got out of the house and country. (He flew her on a trip to Switzerland just because she wanted to go.)
Additionally, due to the FMC's communication and trust issues with the MMC, a lot of her questions were asked and answered from other characters via text, which I thought was lazy writing. But the book isn't that deep to overanalyze it.
The FMC in this story was least likable than the other two as she needed therapy and more friends to confide with because all of her resistance and issues came from her overthinking, and the MMC just patiently went with the flow. He was more likable than the other MMCs bc he was communicative and not brooding. But she constantly compared him to her ex-fiancée. But her dude was too good of a guy for the resistance to hold up or for it to even make sense, so eventually she gave in, and I said "finally!"
Moral: don't stand in the way of your own damn happiness.
Three decently written mindless insta love stories with slightly different tropes. My favorite dragon shifter was in this one but the FMC wasn’t my favorite.
Eh. Vi wasn’t my cup of tea, but I loved Eli almost enough to make up for it… but not quite. Her whole logic about her high school relationship ruining dating for the rest of her life was just so dumb to me. It felt overblown and honestly a little exhausting to sit through. I kept waiting for some growth or self-awareness, but it never really landed. Not a terrible read, just not one I’d go back to(I still love you Lola Glass🫶)
I was waiting for their story!! I enjoyed the enemies/ "rivals" to lovers vibe this book had. Eli was a total golden retriever, he put all his emotions and feelings behind to make sure his mate. Vi was comfortable and ready. He totally had golden retriever energy, he's nothing like he's assumed to be. He's fun, flirty, witty and very caring.
I loved this series. I was so looking forward to their story as i needed to see how they love/hate relationship would work when heat was ignited. Both stubborn and full of banter i knew it would be funny! Their conversations did make me laugh,
That epilogue!! Oh my goddddddd.. I loved how it was all wrapped up but i need another book! A spin off? Or something? Pleaseee! I'm not ready to say goodbye to them.. I will probably re read this series again
I am soooo going to be in a book hangover now! I LOVED this series! I liked how each brother had a different personality and faced different dilemma's when heat ignited. They were perfect book boyfriends/ mates. The women had the closest of relationships and liked how they each overcame their own struggles and supported eachother
I was unsure what to rate this book(I'll post my issues below) but this was such a good read, i have loved Vi and Eli throughout the other books, and i have enjoyed how they overcame their issue and the trust she gained in Eli, she learned to let her guard down as he will always catch her if she fell. ✨5/5 ✨
Now the issue i had... * Possible Spoiler *
At times i found Vi to be selfish. I know Vi struggled to accept the fate and held resentment as Eli was the one constantly hoping to trigger heat as he felt strongly of her being his mate. I understand that but she didn't consider Eli's feeling and kept pushing her mate away not realising he was hurting and suffering. . Eli put so much of his own feelings and pushing his own dragon back to please her i know she'd been burned in the past but 3/4 of the book was about her feelings and needs and not his, not once had she considered his feelings about being "stuck" together. He struggled but managed to control his dragon and i respect that because mine would have slipped. Eli gave her everything and not one consideration. Randa, Elodie and their mates, Eli's brothers tried explaining he can't be roomates but she shut that down quick. She had her reasons but shes forgot what Eli is and his dragon's way of living and didn't respect what mates are to a dragon.. This was dragged out to chapter 16 out of 19! I know the author wanted to create angst but sometimes it made it hard to find Vi likeable. Maybe more of Eli's POV would have helped more as i feel he deserved better, i got a lot of Vi's internal battle but not much of Eli's which made her selfish but more of his POV would have balanced it.. But the fact the author drew extra emotions out of me - anger, frustration and impatience it showed how great her writing was and how much their story had sucked me in.
I sacrificed sleep and finished it so quick i had to know how their story ended!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Rating: 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟's -》Pre-Review《- So halfway through book #2 I bought this one, and then the first two in her next series.. I have little regerts. This one focuses on the last friend, Viola (twin sister to Miranda), and the youngest brother Eli. The last two books are filled with them bickering and I couldn't be more excited to see how their story unfolds! -》Review《- I take back what I said about book #1 being my favorite, this one is it. I love how the story unfolded and how they already sealed the bond on accident. This book is filled with Viola and Eli figuring out how to have a relationship when Viola doesn't trust anyone, and Eli desperately has wanted Viola for a few years. Again, the ✨️plot✨️ was well written! I'm already one the next series as I'm typing, expect LOTS of Lola Glass reviews to come through
The final book in the mate mountain trilogy and I loved it way more than the others. Did I know what would happen next ?yes ! Did I already know who would end up together from book one? yes ! But I don’t care because it was adorable especially when he called her Spaghetti!!! Holy swoon 🩷
Loved the first book gave 5 stars… the second was a little boring compared to the first so I gave it four. This one I can’t give above a three. I usually love strong heard headed fmcs but this one was a struggle. Eli was fantastic but the fmc was so unlikeable I had a hard time getting into this one.
5,5 / 10 ⭐️ Romantasy / Sobrenatural (Cambiaformas - dragones) / Pareja predestinada / He falls first / Enemies to lovers / Erótica
Vi está triste porque todas las parejas a su alrededor son felices y están enamoradas y cree que ella nunca tendrá eso. Accidentalmente activa el emparejamiento con su archienemigo Eli y todo su mundo se pone patas arriba.
Este es el que menos me ha gustado de los tres. Eli es genial y tiene la paciencia de un santo, pero es que a Vi no hay quien la trague. Vale, hace años su exprometido la engañó y ha decidido no volver a enamorarse nunca, pero las ralladas mentales que tiene sobre ello son aburridas y repetitivas. Eso si, las escenas spicy molan 😉
Different take on book one but still extremely similar. Didn’t want to admit that I read this series on Goodreads, but Sara convinced me it didn’t matter. I’m not recommending it, but I can’t say I didn’t enjoy it.
Very easy read! Was much better than the second book in the series. I loved watching these two finally get together. I have legit wanted it since the very first book. Sooooo I was very happy. If you need just a simple easy read with a bit of spice this is perfect.
Really sad that I haven’t loved the last few Lola books
I have read everything Lola Glass has published. She has always been a one-click author for me, but here lately her stories have been missing that “spark” that I loved in her earlier books. This book wasn’t bad, it just fell flat in a lot of ways. I think the FMCs logic for resisting most of the book, really didn’t make a lot of sense and I honestly just didn’t like her all that much.
As it was with the last series in this universe, I loved the first book, didn’t mind the second, and didn’t really like the third. I’m going to continue reading what she puts out next in hopes that things get better.
First book was good, second book was okay, third book was just the same as the other but worse. Listened as audiobooks whilst driving as easy listening.
I absolutely love this book. And this while series, these are cute little reads and are purely for the relationship. If you want outside plot, you won't find much. But if you are looking for a cute, fluffy little spicy romance. Look no further!
I can not pick a favourite from this series and I can not wait to read more from this author
This one was definitely my fav of the 3! I loved Eli🥹
These books as themselves? 4 star. Easy fall in love shifter fantasy reads.
Together as a series 3 stars. They were basically about 3 bothers finding mates but that was it. No bigger storyline or plot in these.. they talked about being called away for duty or war but nothing happened. Sweet easy fantasy romance listens in my opinion
2.5⭐ Vi y Eli, ellos son rivales desde que se conocen... Siempre pinchandose el uno a otro, pero en la boda de la hermana de Vi, ellos deciden pasar la noche juntos y acabar con la tensión, pero eso enciende el celo.....