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WarBride #3
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Expected 12 Feb 26Continue the breathtaking romantasy series that began with WARBRIDE.
Ilsevel and Taar must fight for their love against impossible odds. But what happens when they are forced to turn on each other?
*****
"SCORCHING enemies-to-lovers romance!" USA Today Bestselling Author Laura Thalassa
Ilsevel and Taar must fight for their love against impossible odds. But what happens when they are forced to turn on each other?
*****
"SCORCHING enemies-to-lovers romance!" USA Today Bestselling Author Laura Thalassa
358 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication February 12, 2026
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Sylvia Mercedes
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Ok first off let me just start by saying a massive thank you for my ARC of this book. This is an honest review and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity as I have been DYING to get my hands on this book since finishing the second and now I’m even more desperate to get the last book (no spoilers but Sylvia girl are you trying to kill me with the ending and the suspense?!).
I loved this book from start to finish but my goodness did it make me sad – so much of this story was heartbreaking. Poor Ilsevel and Taar need to catch a break at some point! But I won’t say any more to avoid spoilers!
The world building, characters and plot were all just as beautiful as the previous two books and the depth this book took me to was perfection, Sylvia always manages to make me feel like I am reading a fairytale written for adults! The angst and slow burn I felt for both main characters was enough to drive me crazy though (how long does it take to get a new moon for Silmael?!) and I felt every emotion alongside them. Also aside from the main characters, can I get a shout out for the biggest walking green flag and sweetest character Halamar (I just wanted to give him a big hug and tell him everything would work out). Readers of Sylvia will also love the overlap in this book with her other connected series Bride of the Shadow King and the events in this book explain the final crossover we’d read about when Vor discovers Ilsevel is still alive (it helped clear up so many of my questions from before).
To say I am desperate for book 4 would be an understatement and I cannot wait for next month! Would recommend everyone who hasn’t read this series to dive right in and for those who have already read books 1 and 2, you’re in a for a TREAT!
I loved this book from start to finish but my goodness did it make me sad – so much of this story was heartbreaking. Poor Ilsevel and Taar need to catch a break at some point! But I won’t say any more to avoid spoilers!
The world building, characters and plot were all just as beautiful as the previous two books and the depth this book took me to was perfection, Sylvia always manages to make me feel like I am reading a fairytale written for adults! The angst and slow burn I felt for both main characters was enough to drive me crazy though (how long does it take to get a new moon for Silmael?!) and I felt every emotion alongside them. Also aside from the main characters, can I get a shout out for the biggest walking green flag and sweetest character Halamar (I just wanted to give him a big hug and tell him everything would work out). Readers of Sylvia will also love the overlap in this book with her other connected series Bride of the Shadow King and the events in this book explain the final crossover we’d read about when Vor discovers Ilsevel is still alive (it helped clear up so many of my questions from before).
To say I am desperate for book 4 would be an understatement and I cannot wait for next month! Would recommend everyone who hasn’t read this series to dive right in and for those who have already read books 1 and 2, you’re in a for a TREAT!
Review of advance copy received from Author
The love story between Ilsevel and Taar continues in this book, she is a human princess, whilst he is the king of the licornyn, a nobel warrior and courageous protector. Their love is strong and their velra bond proves this, however once they get to Taar's city and his people, this love is not accepted. The council of elders decrees they are to remain chaste and apart for a whole month in the hope that Taar will come to his senses. Their velra bond is tested to it's limits during this time of abstinance. The Licornyn are a proud people, they look down on humans, and the fact that Ilsevel had bonded with one of their beloved Licorneir, one who had been heartorn, was seen as a sin for which she should die. But her Diira had chosen her and she was her beloved. They believed that she had enscorsled both Taar and Diira. Since the rift their city has suffered from a blight which stole many of their people's lives whenever it hit, the vardimnar, and Taar wanted to take back their old castle town from the Miphates who were the ones who'd caused the rift. A battle is to take place to break the magical barriers enclosing this city, but a bigger battle was going to take place between Ilsevel and Taar. Can their love withstand so much antagonism, being kept apart, with Ilsevel totally on her own surrounded by people who not only hated her, but wanted to see her dead? This book is another page turner, kept me up through the night unable to stop reading, and when the ending stopped at such a cliffhanger I could have screamed. It is a heartbreaking book on many fronts and I cannot wait for book 4 which should bring us to the end of this enemies to lovers romance.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Oh. My.
What. A. Book.
The tears I shed while reading this installment of Taar and Ilsevel's story has totally broken me. I have shouted, kicked my feet, and thrown a tantrum or two and now, I'm hungover. The action and adventure were incredible and the attention to detail awesome. The draw the two characters share is unimaginable and yet something every lover dreams of.
I knew what was coming having read Bride of the Shadow King trilogy and yet, it still shocked me to my core. I loved the Licornyn culture and even despised their laws and ways! But it all worked to make one hell of a read. If you haven't read the Warbride series, what are you waiting for? This author knows how to tell a story.
Ilsevel's journey from pampered princess to warbride has been heartbreaking. Filled with love, loss, strength beyond anything I've ever seen, and dedication is something I'll think about long after reading this series.
And Taar, oh Taar. When he finally realizes that he's been fighting a losing battle and finally gives in? It's beyond beautiful. I love his dedication to Ilsevel and the way he protects her, even from his own people at times.
I cant wait for the next installment of Warbride, coming in March 2026. Catch up on the entire series now!
What. A. Book.
The tears I shed while reading this installment of Taar and Ilsevel's story has totally broken me. I have shouted, kicked my feet, and thrown a tantrum or two and now, I'm hungover. The action and adventure were incredible and the attention to detail awesome. The draw the two characters share is unimaginable and yet something every lover dreams of.
I knew what was coming having read Bride of the Shadow King trilogy and yet, it still shocked me to my core. I loved the Licornyn culture and even despised their laws and ways! But it all worked to make one hell of a read. If you haven't read the Warbride series, what are you waiting for? This author knows how to tell a story.
Ilsevel's journey from pampered princess to warbride has been heartbreaking. Filled with love, loss, strength beyond anything I've ever seen, and dedication is something I'll think about long after reading this series.
And Taar, oh Taar. When he finally realizes that he's been fighting a losing battle and finally gives in? It's beyond beautiful. I love his dedication to Ilsevel and the way he protects her, even from his own people at times.
I cant wait for the next installment of Warbride, coming in March 2026. Catch up on the entire series now!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book immediately takes you in the the world of Sylvia Mercedes' lush language, gripping adventure and unexpected turns. Strong evidence of Sylvia's amazing ability and imagination is found in chapter seven-I was absolutely overcome with this chapter! Taar and Ilsevel continue with their relationship's development, with both connecting more closely in spite of his people's opposition. The story continues in a linear fashion describing their trek to save their people and defeat the magic that is oppressing. Then Taar is betrayed in the worse way by one who he considered a friend and does not detect his deceit, which flips Taar and Ilsevel's relationship, and destroys trust. Ilsevel is faced with heartbreaking loss. The concluding chapters move the storyline into much confusion and misunderstanding. No more info from me as I am close to spoiler territory and you need to experience this as I have! Next book, coming soon, but not soon enough!
Review of advance copy received from Author
What an emotional journey! I was literally taken from one extreme to the other. From tears to anger to laughter and everything in between.
A heartbreaking, action-packed, enemies to lovers romance that sung hope into my heart from page 1 and continued its broken melody to the very end. Sylvia Mercedes always creates literary art with each book she writes, and this one is no exception. It is filled with so much feeling and depth to the characters: confusion, longing, fear, sacrifice, sorrow, resolve, strength, determination, trust, hope, love.
Taar's & Ilsevel's story is deeply emotional and so beautifully written. I was immediately drawn back into the midst of their storyline alongside the characters who are facing impossible obstacles around every corner. Their connection is dreamy and steamy. I can hardly wait to see what lies ahead for them in book 4.
A heartbreaking, action-packed, enemies to lovers romance that sung hope into my heart from page 1 and continued its broken melody to the very end. Sylvia Mercedes always creates literary art with each book she writes, and this one is no exception. It is filled with so much feeling and depth to the characters: confusion, longing, fear, sacrifice, sorrow, resolve, strength, determination, trust, hope, love.
Taar's & Ilsevel's story is deeply emotional and so beautifully written. I was immediately drawn back into the midst of their storyline alongside the characters who are facing impossible obstacles around every corner. Their connection is dreamy and steamy. I can hardly wait to see what lies ahead for them in book 4.
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
Absolutely loved this book!!! It’s much different I think than the last book in this series. Ilsevel goes through a lot to prove herself to Taar’s people. Taar struggles with uniting his people and preparing for battle. They face so many obstacles and their love is truly tested in this book. I can’t wait to see how their love overcomes all the challenges in the next and final book! I’ve really enjoyed Taar and Ilsevel together and I’m so ready to see them get their happily ever after because they deserve it! I really love the Shadow King’s cameo in this book too; it gives alternate perspectives on what happened at the end of the Shadow King’s series too! This was my favorite book in the series so far!! So excited for the next one!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
This book is so good and so heartbreaking. I'm not sure what else I can say without giving any significant spoilers. The world, characters, and plot are all excellent. I couldn't put this book down from start to finish.
After the cliffhanger ending, I'm glad I only have about a month to wait for the conclusion. If you've read the connected Bride of the Shadow King series, the events of this book explain the final crossover in book 3 where Vor discovers Ilsevel is alive. I know I had a lot of questions at that point in the series.
I received an advanced copy and this is my honest review.
After the cliffhanger ending, I'm glad I only have about a month to wait for the conclusion. If you've read the connected Bride of the Shadow King series, the events of this book explain the final crossover in book 3 where Vor discovers Ilsevel is alive. I know I had a lot of questions at that point in the series.
I received an advanced copy and this is my honest review.
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